A warmingly spiced, light and sweet nutty streusel cake bursting with fresh juicy blueberries. Topped with a sweet streusel, this cake is great with a cup of tea or serves as a dessert – it is naturally vegan and easily gluten-free, too. I love a good streusel cake and I suppose, in other parts of … Continue reading Blueberry Streusel Cake (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Light and fluffy chai pumpkin spice cupcakes with a light vanilla buttercream and a gooey maca caramel centre. This one-bowl bake is so simple, utterly delicious and is naturally vegan, gluten-free and makes an impressive dessert. My love for cupcakes continues into autumn and my first cosy cupcake recipe had to include chai and pumpkin … Continue reading Chai Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream (Vegan Gluten-Free)
A simple and impressive do-it-yourself vegan dessert board that is full of delicious chocolate treats, cookies, fruit and nuts. While this looks indulgent, it is a great healthier choice to make for friends and family to graze on. I cannot believe in all this time, it’s taken me this long to post a Vegan Dessert … Continue reading Vegan Dessert Board (Gluten-Free)
Thick, creamy and rich chocolate hummus made with simple vegan and gluten-free wholefoods. This chocolate dip is easy to make and tastes just like dessert and is ready in 5 minutes. It’s been a little while since I made a chocolate hummus and I have been missing out. I love hummus (who doesn’t) but sometimes … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Hummus (Gluten-Free)
A lightly spiced, super moist and delicious Caramel Apple Loaf Cake packed with grated apple, sticky cinnamon apples on top and oozing with delicious caramel. This bake is easy to make in one bowl, naturally vegan and gluten-free. When September comes around, one of my favourite foods to use in desserts is apple. They come … Continue reading Caramel Apple Loaf Cake (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Light and fluffy lemony cupcakes with a sticky strawberry jam centre topped with whipped vanilla buttercream. These cupcakes are naturally vegan, nut-free and easily gluten-free plus they are easy to make in one bowl. This late summer sunshine has me craving all the summery bakes and these cupcakes are one from earlier on in the … Continue reading Vegan Lemon Strawberry Cupcakes (Gluten-Free Option)
Deliciously creamy no-churn homemade ice creams coated in a thick chocolate shell. These Neapolitan ice creams have a vanilla, a strawberry and a chocolate mix all served as one magnum with extra sprinkles. Truth be told, I did not think I would get round to posting this one in 2021. Summer in the UK seemed … Continue reading Vegan Neapolitan Ice Creams (Gluten-Free)
Coffee walnut cake and banana bread combine in this one-pan cake packed with coffee flavour, walnut pieces, a rich coffee buttercream complete with mini cookies. This banana bread is naturally vegan, gluten-free and quick and easy to make for a fun bake. I am on a roll with the banana bread recipes, and I got … Continue reading Coffee Walnut Banana Bread (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Sweet, chewy and delicious mini cookies flavoured with coffee and packed with crushed walnuts and melting chocolate chips. These vegan, gluten-free and easy cookies are made from wholefoods and are quick to bake and delicious as a little snack. I didn’t think it would be long before I shared another mini recipe and after my … Continue reading Coffee Walnut Chocolate Chip Mini Cookies (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Delicious triple-flavoured cookies that are ready in 20 minutes and are so fun – plus they taste just like the best Neapolitan ice cream. Make one sugar cookie dough and flavour with chocolate, vanilla and strawberry and bake as swirl vegan and gluten-free cookies. Summer may be on the way out but I could not … Continue reading Easy Vegan Neapolitan Cookies (Gluten-Free)
A small batch two-layered lemon sponge cake coated in strawberry lemon cream cheese buttercream and a strawberry jam centre. This vegan cake is easily gluten-free, quick to make and is a great showstopper or celebration cake. I am back with another small-batch cake as I cannot get enough of them. I think they are so … Continue reading Vegan Strawberry Lemonade Cake (Gluten-Free)
Double chocolate cake balls with chocolate hazelnut spread filled with a whole hazelnut all coated in a thick chocolate shell, crushed hazelnuts and more chocolate. These cake balls are no-bake, naturally vegan, gluten-free and only need 4 ingredients. Cake balls or pops are such a fun thing to make and at the moment, I have … Continue reading Ferrero Rocher Cake Balls (Vegan GF)
Delicious 6-ingredient ice cream cups with a peanut butter pretzel base, a middle salted caramel ice cream layer topped with a delicious peanut butter caramel and more pretzels. These cups are easy to make, naturally vegan and gluten-free. Summer may be coming to an end, but I could not let it pass without sharing these … Continue reading Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Pretzel Ice Cream Cups (Vegan GF)
Deliciously oaty cookies packed with dried fruits and nuts and melting chocolate chips. These cookies are best served miniature and are naturally vegan, gluten-free and made with wholesome ingredients. Why is everything so much cuter in miniature form? Babies, puppies, kittens… everything small just makes your heart skip a little beat. I think the same … Continue reading Mini Trail Mix Cookies (Vegan GF)
A rich, moist and sweet banana bread studded with shortbread biscuits and juicy fresh strawberries. Sandwich this vegan and gluten-free banana bread cake together with two-tone strawberry buttercream and decorate with strawberry shortbread sandwiches. Finally, the banana bread for August is ready to share! Earlier in the year, I was so prepared for my banana … Continue reading Strawberry Shortbread Banana Bread (Vegan GF)
Easy, delicious lunchtime wraps filled with creamy hummus, smashed chickpeas, vibrant vegetables and crunchy tortilla chips. These wraps are ready in 10 minutes and are naturally vegan and gluten-free. I am back with another amazing lunch recipe (after a while, I know) and this one is so special. It’s so great for the summer when … Continue reading Smashed Chickpea Crunch Wraps (Vegan GF)
Easy vegan buttery shortbread with a strawberry swirl buttercream filling sandwiched together. These are fun and easy to make and great for gifts and for dipping in tea! Shortbread is quiet a nostalgic recipe for a lot of us and it’s something familiar. While there a million different biscuits and cookies out there, something a … Continue reading Vegan Strawberry Shortbread Sandwiches
Rich, crispy and chewy chocolatey cookies with a gooey brownie-like centre and a crunchy chocolate sprinkle coating. These vegan and gluten-free cookies are easy and quick to make, and you can sandwich them together with coconut whipping cream! You know when you just want something chocolatey, and you also want a cookie? I hope that … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Brownie Sprinkle Cookies (Gluten-Free)
Delicious, smoky and crispy sweetcorn fritters served with a simple avocado, tomato and vegan feta cheese salad. These vegan, gluten-free fritters make for an easy, 20-minute tasty brunch, breakfast or lunch for friends and family. As you may know, brunch is my favourite meal of the day. Pretty much anything goes… sweet or savoury or … Continue reading Sweetcorn Fritters with Avocado, Tomato and “Feta” Salad (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Creamy and fudgy homemade vegan nougat encased in a chocolate shell ready in just a few minutes with 7 ingredients. These chocolate bars are a re-make of the classic British Milky Way bar and are naturally gluten-free and easy to make. After sharing my ultimate childhood favourite, the Chocolate Covered Honeycomb bar, I asked for … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Nougat Bars (Gluten-Free)
Coffee, chocolate and ice cream combine in these deliciously rich and refreshing vegan, no-churn and gluten-free magnum-style ice creams. A creamy coffee ice cream with a chocolate caramel sauce coated in a thick layer of dark chocolate. Homemade ice creams are one of my favourite things to make right now (ready for when the sunshine … Continue reading Mocha Magnum Ice Creams (Vegan GF)
Creamy cashew and pomegranate ice creams with a homemade salted caramel all covered in a thick layer of dark chocolate. These no-churn ice creams are naturally vegan, gluten-free and so delicious. Nothing is better than homemade ice creams, especially in the summer. The sunshine isn’t quite here in the UK, despite it being August, but … Continue reading Chocolate and Pomegranate Magnum Ice Creams (Vegan GF)
A delicious coffee sandwich cake with a vanilla coffee buttercream and no-bake coffee cookie dough balls on top. This cake is naturally vegan, easily gluten-free and is so light, fluffy and moreish – plus it’s small batch and is perfect for 6 people. I have been wanting to make a small-batch recipe for a while … Continue reading Coffee Cookie Dough Cake (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Oaty and nutty cookie dough balls studded with chocolate chips and laced with coffee, they are easy to make in 10 minutes using 7 ingredients and are a deliciously vegan, gluten-free and wholesome snack. There is not much that I don’t love about cookie dough. From cookie dough jars to eat with a spoon, to … Continue reading Coffee Cookie Dough Balls (Vegan Gluten-Free)
A vibrant, flavour-packed and gut-healthy sandwich that is naturally vegan and gluten-free and high in fibre. Layer up griddled aubergine, courgette and tofu with a delicious homemade kale and almond pesto and serve with fresh tomatoes and salad. When the summer comes around, nothing beats a good picnic. Importantly, for the best picnic, you have … Continue reading Grilled Vegetable, Tofu and Kale Pesto Sandwich (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Light and fluffy almond-y cake bars topped with juicy fresh cherries and golden flaked almonds; these cake bars are great for dessert of afternoon tea. They are naturally vegan, easily gluten-free and quick to make. One of my dad’s favourite desserts has to be anything with cherries. Cherry cheesecake, cherry pie, cherry Bakewell cake… you … Continue reading Cherry Almond Cake Bars (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Thick, creamy and delicious deconstructed vegan, gluten-free cheesecakes served in jars! A no-bake biscuity oat base topped with a creamy yoghurt and condensed milk filling all topped with fresh berries and more biscuit crumble. I love a good cheesecake; you know the ones that have the best buttery biscuit base and the smoothest filling and … Continue reading Oat Berry Cheesecake Jars (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Delicious no-bake chocolate caramel slices spiked with ginger. A biscuity base topped with ginger no-date caramel and a thick layer of dark chocolate, these slices are vegan, gluten-free and easy to make. Caramel slices, millionaire bites, layered bars… whatever you like to call them, they are delicious. They are especially delicious in the summer as … Continue reading Ginger Chocolate Caramel Slices (Vegan Gluten-Free)
A quick and simple high-protein, plant-based lunch or dinner recipe that is packed with flavour, texture and colour. Smashed chickpeas and Vegan Horseradish Sauce with gherkins and capers make this sandwich filler your new favourite. Sandwiches are a staple for a lot of us and for good reason – they are quick, easy to make and travel well … Continue reading Chickpea Tuna Salad Sandwich (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Light and fluffy vegan and gluten-free banana bread studded with chunks of chocolate and homemade sticky honeycomb all topped with a vanilla cream cheese frosting. Add on extra chocolate honeycomb for the tastiest chocolate bar inspired banana bread loaf. The banana bread for July is here, albeit later in the month, but the wait is … Continue reading Chocolate Honeycomb Banana Bread (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Easy to make and delicious to eat, these golden orange honeycomb pieces are coated in thick dark chocolate to be even better than the “crunchy” chocolate bar. They are naturally vegan, gluten-free and don’t require a sugar thermometer. I bet you have a favourite chocolate bar and a few memories to go with it. My … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Honeycomb (Gluten-Free)
A date and nut granola-style base tart with a thick gooey salted caramel and fresh coconut whip topped with superfoods and fresh fruit. This is a great make-ahead dessert for friends and family that is naturally vegan, gluten-free and wholesome. I do love a good tart and when BBQ and picnic season comes around, there … Continue reading Coconut Caramel Granola Tart (Vegan GF)
Light and fluffy sweet rolls filled with creamy homemade lemon curd and lots of bursting fresh blueberries, these rolls are easy to make and so delicious. Spread them thick with lemon cream cheese frosting for the best afternoon tea or brunch. There is something so nostalgic about baking with yeast. It’s a time so slow … Continue reading Vegan Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls
Thick and creamy vanilla and chocolate chip nice cream layered with homemade no-bake cookie dough balls like your favourite childhood blizzard dessert. This version is naturally vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar free and healthful. Do you have a favourite childhood dessert? A fond memory I have is of ice cream sundaes and coke floats at an … Continue reading Cookie Dough Nice Cream Blizzard (Vegan Gluten-Free)
A cross between chocolate brownies and cookies, these fudgy bookies are rich and soft with a crackly sugar top and chunks of melting dark chocolate and a soft tender middle. These brookies are vegan with gluten-free options and easy to make. Have you heard of a brookie before? There are two types, as far as … Continue reading Dark Chocolate Vegan Brownie Cookies (Brookies) (Gluten-Free)
A thick and creamy strawberry vanilla milkshake made with only 4 ingredients. This shake is vegan, gluten-free, packed with fresh fruits and makes a delicious change to your morning smoothie or dessert shake. I love a good smoothie and when summer comes round, there is nothing quite like a refreshing drink. But, sometimes my smoothies … Continue reading Strawberries and Cream Shake (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Creamy, fruity and chocolatey homemade magnum ice creams made without an ice cream maker. These vegan, gluten-free and delicious ice creams, are easy to make and are perfect all summer long. I am really loving making lots of ice cream recipes this year, trying to get them in before the temperatures soar, making it very … Continue reading Chocolate Mango Magnum Ice Creams (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Thick, fudgy and rich chocolate brownies made from sweet potato stuffed with melting chocolate. These brownies are easy to make, naturally vegan, gluten-free and made with wholefoods. I love a good brownie and I love being able to sneak in extra vegetables and goodness into my bakes. These Sweet Potato Fudge Brownies are the perfect … Continue reading Sweet Potato Fudge Brownies (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Mini no-bake cheesecakes with a cacao biscuit-y base, a creamy coffee cashew cheesecake filling and a gooey chocolate sauce centre topped with whipped coconut cream. These delicious desserts are easy to make and are naturally vegan and gluten-free. In the summertime, nothing beats a cooling dessert. Right now I cannot get enough of homemade ice … Continue reading Mini Mocha Cheesecakes (Vegan GF)
A light and zesty banana bread oozing with homemade vegan lemon curd, juicy passion fruit and topped with a zingy lemon curd buttercream frosting. This banana bread is vegan, gluten-free and easy to make for a summer bake. The banana bread for June is here and it’s a summery one! To celebrate all the lovely … Continue reading Lemon Passionfruit Banana Bread (Vegan GF-Option)
Chewy, sticky and peanut buttery rice crispy squares loaded with crushed Oreos. These snacks or dessert are vegan, gluten-free and only need 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes to make. I love rice crispy bars and ever since my Vegan Protein Rice Crispy Bars, I have been waiting for the perfect opportunity to make a … Continue reading Peanut Butter Oreo Crispy Squares (Vegan GF)
A really simple, coconut-free vegan lemon curd made from a handful ingredients and packed with zingy citrus flavour. This curd is great for baking, spread and spooning and is ready in 15 minutes. I love all things lemon-y, especially during the summer, as it is such an uplifting and refreshing flavour and smell. Not to … Continue reading Easy Vegan Lemon Curd (Gluten-Free)
Simple, fluffy and authentic homemade pizzas ready in less than half an hour. This no-yeast base is perfect for speedy vegan and gluten-free pizzas and is delicious topped with homemade vegan walnut pesto, cashew cheese and tomatoes. I love homemade pizza and we tend to make them a couple of times a month at home … Continue reading Vegan No Yeast Pizzas (GF-Option)
A thick and creamy vegan cashew cheese that is ready in a few minutes with only wholesome, plant-based ingredients. This cheese has a quick soak option and makes a delicious pasta sauce, salad dressing, pizza topping and so much more. I love a good homemade cashew cheese, but it had been a hot minute since … Continue reading Easy Vegan Homemade Cashew Cheese (Gluten-Free)
Thick and chewy, these oat peanut butter and chocolate chunk cookies are the perfect vegan and gluten-free spin on the classic monster cookie. Slightly chunky with a crisp edge and gooey middle, they are easy and quick to make. These Vegan Monster Cookies may just be my favourite cookie recipe to date (and I have … Continue reading Vegan Monster Cookies (GF-Option)
Creamy homemade no-churn vanilla ice cream with a fruity layer of mashed raspberries all coated in rich chocolate. These homemade magnum ice creams are naturally vegan, gluten-free and easy to make. Homemade ice creams are so fun to make, and I am really enjoying playing around with flavours this year. I have a few more … Continue reading Raspberry Vanilla Chocolate Magnum Ice Creams (Vegan GF)
Light and fruity cheesecake bars with a nutty oat base, a creamy cashew vanilla cheesecake filling topped with fresh strawberry chia jam. These cheesecake bars are naturally vegan, gluten-free and require no baking. We are very positively thinking about the summer to come here in the UK as the weather is pretty miserable for May. … Continue reading Strawberry Cheesecake Bars (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Rich, sweet and warmly spiced Biscoff cookie cream cheese truffles all coated in a thick layer of creamy white chocolate. These truffles are naturally vegan, and you only need 4 main ingredients (plus there are gluten-free options). There is something so special about Biscoff (also known as Lotus or Speculoos cookies/biscuits) and it truly brings … Continue reading Vegan White Chocolate Biscoff Truffles (GF-Option)
Buttery, rich and sweet sticky tiffin base with crushed digestive biscuits, chopped hazelnuts and dried fruits topped with a layer of dark hazelnut chocolate and more nuts. These tiffin bars are naturally vegan and easily gluten-free and make a delicious snack with afternoon tea. There is something so nostalgic about chocolate tiffins and if you … Continue reading Easy Vegan Chocolate Tiffins (Gluten-Free)
Deliciously smoky and creamy hummus and rich sun-dried tomato baked falafel balls make for the best taco bowl. Fill your homemade tortilla taco bowls with fresh salad, charred corn and homemade pickles. Falafels and hummus are staple for a lot of vegans (and vegetarians, too) especially when you’re eating out. You can’t go too wrong … Continue reading Sun-Dried Tomato Falafel Hummus Taco Bowls (Vegan GF)
Simple, wholesome and delicious crumbly and fruity bars with an oaty flapjack base, a layer of almond butter, some homemade chia raspberry jam and an oaty crumble. These bars are easy to make in a few steps and are naturally vegan, gluten-free and free of refined sugar. One of the most versatile bakes is a … Continue reading Almond Butter and Raspberry Crumble Bars (Vegan GF)
A rich and decadent chocolate cake filled with a creamy coconut whip (or luscious buttercream) and juicy cherry compote topped with a simple chocolate ganache and fresh cherries. This cake is easy to make and is great for special occasions. This cake was such a pleasure and a joy to make and photograph – it … Continue reading Vegan Black Forest Cake (Gateau) (GF-Option)
Thick, fluffy and doughy bagels with “everything bagel” seasoning and made without yeast. These bagels are ready in 30 minutes with only a few basic ingredients and are delicious warm or cold. I love a good bagel and don’t have then often enough at all. Now, they have been on my “to-make” list for a … Continue reading No-Yeast Everything Bagels (Vegan GF-Option)
These bars are truly magic: 7 layers of deliciousness. This vegan and gluten-free take on the traditional bar has an oat and maple biscuit base, coconut condensed milk, chocolate chips, coconut flakes, nuts and lots of chocolate fudge sauce. These bars need little introduction as the layers speak for themselves. But, if you have not … Continue reading Vegan Magic Cookie Bars (Gluten-Free)
Sweet, fudgy and delicious vegan and gluten-free blondies packed with warming hot cross bun spices, lots of melting chocolate chunks, complete with a chocolate cross. These blondies are quick and easy to make for a tasty, high protein and whole-food snack. I really do love a blondie, as much as I love a brownie. There … Continue reading Peanut Butter Hot Cross Bun Blondies (Vegan GF)
Light, fluffy and warmly spiced carrot cake cupcakes with raisins and coconut, stuffed with an oozy butterscotch filling and topped with a coconut whipped cream. These cupcakes are easy to make, naturally vegan and easily gluten-free. I love carrot cake, but it’s not something I make very often. So this Eastertime, I thought it was … Continue reading Carrot Cake Butterscotch Cupcakes (Vegan GF)
These vegan brownies are fudgy, rich and so indulgent made with only a few simple ingredients. Use mint chocolate, cut them into shamrocks and decorate them with a fresh creamy green buttercream for the ultimate St Patrick’s Day bake (that is also gluten-free friendly). Every year St Patrick’s Day comes around and it’s not something … Continue reading St Patrick’s Day Brownies (Vegan GF-Option)
Creamy and wholesome overnight oats that are ready in one hour. Made with grated apple, coconut yoghurt and chia seeds, these oats are healthy, delicious and naturally vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar free. I love overnight oats for breakfast but so often, I don’t think the night before and wake up with the urge for … Continue reading Apple and Vanilla Quick Soak Overnight Oats (Vegan GF)
Easy and fun to make sticky marshmallow rice crispy bars with only a handful of ingredients and with added vanilla protein. These bars make a great grab and go snack or as something sweet with a cup of tea. I have not had a rice crispy bar for years and I thought it was about … Continue reading Vegan Protein Rice Crispy Bars (Gluten-Free)
Light and fluffy no-yeast cinnamon rolls filled with an espresso filling and baked as a “tear and share” loaf, smother them with espresso cream cheese for easy no-knead buns that are naturally vegan with minimal ingredients. After a while, I am back with another no-yeast recipe and it’s safe to say that this was a … Continue reading Vegan Espresso Cinnamon Roll Tear and Share
Thick fudgy, cinnamon-y sweet chocolate brownies with a thick chocolate ganache frosting and more chocolate on top. These are secretly made from sweet potatoes and are vegan and gluten-free. I love being able to add more vegetables into my everyday life, from courgette-containing breakfast smoothie bowls and nourishing roasted vegetable salads for lunch to wholesome … Continue reading Sweet Potato Chocolate Cinnamon Fudge Brownies (Vegan GF) and ZENB Veggie Bites
Rich and fudgy cake crumbs combined with deliciously chocolate buttercream rolled into balls and enrobed in dark chocolate – these cake balls are fun and easy to make. A great way to use up leftover cake and are naturally vegan and gluten-free. Now, these Vegan Chocolate Cake Balls may be far from perfect but in … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Cake Balls (GF-Option)
A thick and creamy bowl of vegan and refined sugar free rice pudding that is sweet and sticky enough for dessert and wholesome enough for breakfast. Make this easy rice pudding in 40 minutes with minimal effort – it is naturally gluten-free, too.
Thick, rich and luscious chocolate nut butter cups with a salted chocolate almond butter base topped with an almond butter fudge layer and extra chocolate. These cups are naturally vegan, gluten-free and require no-baking. When I think of sweet recipes to make, my mind usually wanders down the chocolate path… and I’m not mad about … Continue reading Salted Chocolate Almond Butter Fudge Cups (Vegan GF)
Oat and peanut butter vegan and gluten-free crunchy chewy cookies filled with a hidden layer of peanut butter and a 2-ingredient frosting. These are wholesome enough for breakfast and delicious enough as dessert and easy to make. I am back with another cookie cup recipe after my Chocolate Orange Cookie Cups (which I hope you … Continue reading Peanut Butter Protein Cookie Cups (Vegan GF)
A deliciously light and moreish banana bread with one chocolate batter and one peanut butter batter swirled together. Spread thick with peanut butter frosting and topped with homemade mini-Snickers bars, this is one chocolate and peanut butter banana bread combination. I am so excited to get 2021’s Banana Bread Challenge off to a bang with … Continue reading Snickers Banana Bread (Vegan GF)
Light and fluffy chai-spiced muffins full of warming flavours, a punch of coffee and juicy raisins. Topped with a creamy vanilla buttercream, these cupcakes are naturally vegan, easy to make with gluten-free options. There’s nothing better than a chai latte… than a “dirty” chai latte which is basically a chai latte with a shot of … Continue reading Dirty Chai Raisin Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting (Vegan GF-Option)
A no-yeast, 30-minute chocolate star bread that makes an impressive bake to serve to friends and family. It is naturally vegan, uses simple ingredients and is simple to make. I love yeasted bakes, but as I have said before, they often scare me. I worry so much while they’re rising and then when they proof … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Star Bread (30 Minutes)
Light and fluffy vegan panettone oozing with chocolate spread and crunchy hazelnuts. This panettone is worth the time and is delicious sliced thickly and served with tea or coffee. I have wanted to make my own panettone for a long time now. Being half-Italian, this sweet Christmas bread has been a big part of Christmas … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Panettone
Use up the leftover Ginger Cacao Banana Bread to make deliciously simple and fun cake pops. They are easy to make with leftover cake, homemade frosting and then enrobe in melted chocolate and sprinkle with decorations. I knew I wanted to get this post up quite soon after posting my Hidden Gingerbread Banana Bread as … Continue reading Gingerbread Chocolate Cake Bombs (Vegan GF-Option)
Crunchy nutty Italian-style Biscotti cantucci biscuits with lots of rich dark chocolate and sweet pecans all coated in more chocolate. These biscuits are a staple at Christmastime and are fun and simple to make while being naturally vegan. Being half Italian, I have very fond memories of Biscotti or Cantucci as they are actually known … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Pecan Biscotti
Light and fluffy 25-minute double chocolate swirl rolls with a cacao infused dough, chocolate spread filling and lots of dried fruits and nuts. This small batch of buns is quick and easy to make and naturally vegan. I love buns, rolls, breads… all that kind of thing, especially when you can make them more quickly … Continue reading Double Chocolate Fruit and Nut Swirl Rolls (Vegan)
Rich and chocolatey peanut butter rocky road bars packed with rice crispies, nuts and mini marshmallows topped with pretzels and gummy bears. These bars are easy to make in 10 minutes and make a delicious festive or year-round snack. I love any excuse to make my sweet recipes slightly festive, and these Chocolate Peanut Butter … Continue reading Chocolate Peanut Butter Gummy Bear Rocky Roads (Vegan GF)
Sticky, sweet and fruity apple studded muffins with a crunchy cinnamon streusel topping and an icing sugar glaze, these muffins are easy and quick to make and bake. They are naturally vegan with a gluten-free option and make the most of British apples. I love a good apple at any time of the year, but … Continue reading Cinnamon Apple Streusel Muffins (Vegan GF-option)
No-bake oaty cookies sandwiched with homemade raspberry jam and thick coconut yoghurt all coated in melted dark chocolate, these tasty biscuits are a fun, plant-based and gluten-free take on the classic Wagon Wheel. Oh I really loved making these ones, even if they were quite messy to make. I had chocolate pretty much everywhere when … Continue reading Coconut and Raspberry Wagon Wheel Bites (Vegan GF)
Sweet flaky homemade pastry with a sticky apple walnut and cinnamon filling topped with a cinnamon sugar glaze, these pop tarts are naturally vegan, easy and fun to make. I went through a phase of loving pop tarts as a child, the smell of them toasting takes me straight back to be younger again. Now, … Continue reading Apple Walnut Cinnamon Pop Tarts (Vegan)
A simple homemade dessert with a flaky sweet pastry and sticky cinnamon apples. Topped with some thick yoghurt, ice cream or custard, it makes a delicious vegan and wholesome dessert. I love apple season and they are one of my favourite fruits to bake with, snack on or turn into breakfast recipes. To celebrate full-on … Continue reading Sticky Cinnamon Apple Galette (Vegan)
A smooth and creamy, warmingly spiced smoothie inspired by the much-loved pumpkin spice latte. With pumpkin puree, coffee and spices, it makes a delicious plant-based, gluten-free, refined sugar free breakfast or snack. Pumpkin season is well and truly underway, and I am so happy about it. I have been making so many pumpkin recipes recently … Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Latte Smoothie (Vegan GF)
Thick and creamy hummus with seasonal pumpkin puree, smoked salt and smoked paprika for a gorgeous rich flavour. This recipe is quick and easy to make with 7 basic ingredients and is naturally vegan, gluten-free, nut-free and soya-free. Hummus is a staple food for a lot of households and playing around with flavours is something … Continue reading Smoked Pumpkin Hummus (Vegan GF)
Chewy and buttery vegan flapjack with lots of coconut and sweet vanilla flavours. These are easy and quick to make and are delicious served warm or cold as a snack or dessert – plus they are naturally gluten-free and require only 8 ingredients. There is always a time and a place for flapjack, especially for … Continue reading Coconut Vanilla Flapjack (Vegan GF)
Sticky, gooey and delicious double layered fudgy brownies with no baking required. A nutty-date base with a chocolate-caramel like frosting, these raw brownies are naturally vegan, gluten-free and easy to make. The weather may be cooling down here in the UK and as much as I love baking and seasonal recipes, no bake chocolate treats … Continue reading Raw Chocolate Hazelnut Fudge Brownies (Vegan GF)
A warmingly spiced and nutty banana bread loaf laced with lots of cinnamon and topped with a sticky smooth homemade toffee sauce. This banana bread comes together in one bowl and is naturally vegan, with a GF-option and is refined sugar free. Each month I enjoy my banana bread each more, it seems, and this … Continue reading Toffee Pecan Banana Bread (Vegan GF-Option)
Sticky, thick and chewy cookie dough made from wholefoods with pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spices. Studded with dairy-free chocolate chips, this indulgent dessert is secretly healthy and naturally vegan, gluten-free and high protein. The cookie dough obsession continues with this pumpkin-themed dessert/snack/breakfast and this is one of my favourites. Based on my original Peanut … Continue reading Pumpkin Pie Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough (Vegan GF)
The simplest and fluffiest 2-ingredient flatbreads made from pumpkin puree and self-raising flour. These come together in 10 minutes and are great to serve alongside curries, salads, lunch bowls and more. I have been slightly obsessed with these 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Flatbreads and have tested them a few times, meaning that I’ve had flatbreads pretty much … Continue reading 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Flatbreads (Vegan GF-Option)
Vibrant, fresh and simple summer rolls packed with colourful crunchy vegetables, hearty sliced vegan omelette served with a creamy and flavour-packed sauce. These summer rolls are easy to make and are so versatile – a great snack or main meal. I love summer rolls (and much prefer them to their fried sister the spring roll) … Continue reading Vegan Omelette Summer Rolls with Creamy Miso Tahini (GF)
Chewy, moreish and delicious blondies that are naturally vegan, grain-free and gluten-free with added Jammie Dodger biscuits on top. Packed with peanut butter and with jam swirls, they are the ultimate PB&J combination that comes together in one bowl in 30 minutes. Peanut butter and jam (or jelly, depending where you are from) is one … Continue reading Jammie Dodger (PB&J) Blondies (Vegan GF-Option)
Soft and sweet chocolate chip cookie dough sandwiched between two salty pretzels all dipped in chocolate. These delicious snacks/desserts are naturally vegan, can be gluten-free and easily refined sugar free with added wholesome ingredients. I am a bit of a cookie dough addict these days – whether it is in the form of cookie dough … Continue reading Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Cookie Dough Sandwiches (Vegan GF-Option)
A no-bake crumbly biscuit base with a golden date caramel enrobed in rich dark chocolate, these caramel squares are easy and delicious. Naturally vegan, GF and can be refined sugar-free, they make a great afternoon snack or dessert. Chocolate caramel squares, bars, slices… whatever you want to call them, I am obsessed. I have made … Continue reading Golden Caramel Chocolate Slices (Vegan GF)
Chewy and sticky no-bake granola style bars filled with oats, seeds, coconut and dates with lots of wonderful matcha powder. Studded with chocolate chips and drizzled with more chocolate, these bars are naturally vegan, GF and can be refined sugar free. I am a bit matcha obsessed and, as you may know, my favourite part … Continue reading Chocolate Chip Matcha No-Bake Bars (Vegan GF)
Thick, chewy and soft baked oats perfect for sharing with melting chocolate chips, juicy blueberries and lots of peanut butter. There are even hidden greens, in there! A delicious filling brunch or breakfast that’s vegan and gluten-free. I love baked oats but before this recipe, I don’t think I was doing them justice. I used … Continue reading Peanut Butter Blueberry Chocolate Chip Courgette Baked Oats (Vegan GF)
The ultimate summer no-bake dessert that is easy to make and impressive for friends and family. Raw date, nut and oat crust with a strawberry jam and coconut yoghurt filling finished with fresh berries. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, they are a summertime staple. I am in love with berries and always have been! And this … Continue reading Strawberry and Coconut Tarts (Vegan GF)
A silky smooth homemade peanut butter studded with Jammie dodger biscuits pieces – the ultimate PB&J combination! With only 2 ingredients, it is easy to make and naturally vegan, as well as GF options, too. Did you hear? Jammie dodgers are now plant-based in the UK as of July 2020 – watch out for older … Continue reading Jammie Dodger Peanut Butter (Vegan)
Oaty, fruity and sticky sweet crumble bars with a chewy oat base, a quick homemade raspberry chia jam middle and a crumbly oat topping with added cacao nibs for crunch. Easy to make, these bars are naturally vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free. There is something so satisfying about crumble bars, they are like warming crumble … Continue reading Raspberry Oat and Cacao Nib Crumble Bars (Vegan GF)
Rich and oaty bars with a cacao-oat base and a crumbly topping with a thick layer of chocolate tahini fudge in the middle. These bars are naturally vegan, gluten-free and so easy to make in one bowl with minimal effort. I am slightly obsessed with no-baking bakes at the moment and I cannot even blame … Continue reading Double Chocolate Tahini Fudge Bars (Vegan GF)
A refreshing salsa made from fruits and vegetables that comes together in 5 minutes in one bowl. Perfect for sharing meals, BBQs and picnics, it is naturally vegan, gluten-free and full of colour. I do love a good salsa and usually, I base mine on tomatoes, which I adore in every shape or form. They … Continue reading Mango Berry Salsa (Vegan GF)
Silky smooth and rich homemade hazelnut butter studded with chocolate sandwich cookie pieces, this 2-ingredient nut butter is easy to make and impressive. Naturally vegan, it comes together in less than 20 minutes and is great for snacking on all day long. There is nothing I love more at the moment than homemade nut butter … Continue reading Hazelnut Bourbon Biscuit Butter (Vegan)
Sweet, chewy and oat-y flapjack studded with cookie pieces, topped with cookies and cream nut butter all drizzled in melted chocolate. These bars are deliciously simple to make in one bowl in 30 minutes and are great for friends and family – the base is naturally gluten-free and vegan. My obsession with cookies and cream … Continue reading Chocolate Oreo Flapjack (Vegan GF)
Thick and sticky raw cookie dough bars studded with chocolate chips and crunchy roasted pistachios all topped with a layer of creamy chocolate. These cookie dough bars are naturally sweetened with dates and packed with oats – a vegan, gluten-free and easy no-bake recipe. Once again, I am back with a simple no-bake recipe which … Continue reading Chocolate and Pistachio Cookie Dough Bars (Vegan GF)
Deliciously simple, oat and nut cookie dough bites that are easy to make, naturally vegan, gluten-free and make a healthy snack. They taste just like raw cookie dough with lots of chocolate chips! I am really embracing all the simple, no-bake recipes at the moment. Sadly, not because of the summer weather (as the UK … Continue reading No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites (Vegan GF)
A light and cake-y baked pancake studded with cookies and cream biscuits. The batter is naturally vegan, gluten-free and protein-packed and makes for a delicious breakfast or dessert. This Cookies and Cream Baked Skillet Pancake follows swiftly on from my Cookies and Cream Nut Butter – which is a fancy name for the fact I … Continue reading Cookies and Cream Baked Skillet Pancake (Vegan)
Thick, creamy and addictive, this cookies and cream nut butter only requires two ingredients: cashew nuts and cookies and cream cookies (aka Oreos)! It is easy to make and is naturally vegan. I love homemade nut butter and have been on a bit of a roll with making my own over the last few weeks. … Continue reading Cookies and Cream Nut Butter (Vegan)
A simple and fluffy yeasted pitta bread dough smothered with harissa paste and topped with sticky red onions, fresh tomatoes, greens and chickpeas all drizzled with a tahini sauce. These pizzas are naturally vegan and easy to make - plus they are very impressive. I have been having an obsession with yeasted bread dough over … Continue reading Harissa Chickpea Pitta Bread Pizzas with Tahini
A rich and silky smooth homemade almond butter with amazing chocolate and coffee flavours. You only 5 ingredients to make this deliciously simple recipe that is naturally vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar free. There is nothing better than nut butter – in any way shape or form. I love it spread on toast, drizzled over … Continue reading Homemade Mocha Almond Butter
A crunchy nutty granola cup filled with a creamy chocolate ganache and topped with chocolate treats and nuts; these mini desserts are simple but impressive. They are naturally vegan, gluten-free and you only need 7 ingredients. When it comes to chocolate for breakfast, I am all for it. So why not combine granola and chocolate … Continue reading Chocolate Ganache Granola Cups (Vegan GF)
Rich chocolate cups filled with delicious almond butter and fresh juicy cherries – what is not to love? These 4-ingredient, no-bake vegan and gluten-free treats are easy to make and are an impressive dessert. Cherry season is here, and my Dad is only too happy as they are his favourite. And while I also love … Continue reading Chocolate Cherry Almond Butter Cups (Vegan GF)
A healthy, light and summery salad filled with roasted vegetables, sticky balsamic vinegar and lots of rice. With some fresh herbs, crunchy seeds and lots of colours, this naturally vegan and gluten-free rice salad is a great side dish. This Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Rice Salad is one that I have made for a few years … Continue reading Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Rice Salad (Vegan GF)
Rich, indulgent and full of cookie flavour, these 7-ingredient vegan chocolate-covered caramel bars are easy to make and addictive. A Biscoff date caramel and more Biscoff swirled into the caramel make these bars extra special. I have had a jar of Biscoff cookie spread (also known as lotus biscuit spread) in my cupboard for a … Continue reading Double Biscoff Caramel Bars (Vegan GF)
Light and fluffy banana bread donuts studded with melting chocolate chips topped with a creamy dark chocolate ganache. These baked donuts are so easy to make, are moist and delicious plus they are naturally vegan and easily gluten-free. I am a bit addicted to baking homemade donuts at the moment and am really enjoying experimenting … Continue reading Double Chocolate Banana Bread Donuts (Vegan GF)
Rich and chocolatey raw treats that are easy to make with leftover biscuits, marshmallows, rice krispies and dried fruits. Mix it all together with your favourite chocolate, set in the fridge and slice into decadent bars. Rocky Road is pretty much a childhood classic for a lot of people. It is something easy to make … Continue reading Easy Vegan Rocky Road
Fragrant and fresh fava bean falafels baked until crisp on the outside and tender in the middle, served with a colourful salad and a vibrant beetroot sauce. This falafel bowl is naturally vegan and gluten-free and is filled with wholesome ingredients. I love a good falafel – in any way shape or form. Stuffed into … Continue reading Fava Bean Falafel Rainbow Bowl with Beetroot Sauce
Rich and fudgy raw chocolate brownies with a nutty cacao base and a creamy, smooth and decadent chocolate frosting. Topped with chocolate covered peanuts, these brownies are quick and easy to make and are naturally vegan and gluten-free. Who doesn’t love a good brownie? Rich and chocolatey, there is nothing quite like it. But sometimes, … Continue reading Raw Chocolate Fudge Brownies
Rich and creamy chocolate truffles with a chocolate peanut centre, rolled in chopped hazelnuts and cacao powder. These truffles make a great vegan and gluten-free after dinner dessert or afternoon snack. When it comes to chocolate, more is always more. And I am so excited to finally share this vegan chocolate truffle recipe with you. … Continue reading Vegan Peanut Chocolate Truffles
A vibrant, tropical and simple breakfast bowl filled with superfoods, fruits and plant-based protein. This acai bowl is perfect for breakfast or a snack and can be topped with anything you like. I love a good acai bowl and I’ll often have one when I am out for brunch – there is something so satisfying … Continue reading Vanilla Berry Acai Bowl
Sticky sweet rhubarb and raspberries topped with an oaty and nutty crumble topping baked until golden and crisp. This vegan and gluten-free dessert is one for the whole family and is easy to whip up with simple ingredients. Each year, rhubarb season creeps up on me, and before I know it, all I see across … Continue reading Rhubarb and Raspberry Crisp (Vegan GF)
Chewy, sticky and oaty granola bars topped with a simple homemade chocolate ganache. These bars are raw, vegan and naturally gluten-free, making them a great all-day snack or even a quick breakfast on the go. I was hoping to share these granola bars a couple of weeks ago ahead of my cooking demo at Balance … Continue reading Raw Nutty Granola Bars with Chocolate Ganache
A rich and decadent chocolate tart with a raw nutty base and a simple 3-ingredient chocolate mousse filling – with no cashews or tofu in sight. Dark melted chocolate makes for a decadent and simple filling decorated with mini chocolate Easter Eggs and raspberries – an impressive and delicious vegan, gluten-free and easy dessert. Happy … Continue reading Easter Egg Dark Chocolate Tart
Easy to bake, this light and fluffy banana bread makes the most of ripe bananas and simple ingredients. With a vibrant and zesty orange flavoured sponge and a sticky orange glaze, this is a great Springtime bake with 6 ingredients. It is time for my banana bread of month and once again, I am cutting … Continue reading Sticky Orange Banana Bread
Simple, delicious and chewy vegan oaty cookies studded with chocolate M&M that come together in 20 minutes. These cookies are naturally vegan, gluten-free and are a great alternative to your childhood favourite. I first made these Vegan Flapjack M&M Cookies to celebrate a new vegan chocolate on the scene: peanut filled M&Ms from MiiRO that … Continue reading Vegan Flapjack M&M Cookies
Rich and indulgent Dark Mint Chocolate thick-shelled cups filled with a creamy and vibrant green matcha cashew butter filling. They are easy to make, taste delicious and are naturally vegan, gluten-free and packed with flavour. I love a good nut butter and chocolate snack; it is pretty much the dream snack. There are so many … Continue reading Minty Matcha Chocolate Nut Butter Cups
Light and fluffy swirl buns laced with sweet cinnamon sugar and juicy raisins. These no-yeast buns take 30 minutes to make and are much easier than traditional buns. Glazed with a rich and sticky vegan cream cheese frosting, these buns are a great weekend bake. Cinnamon buns without the yeast? No time needed for kneading … Continue reading Cinnamon Raisin No Yeast Swirl Buns
Chewy, chunky and moist cake-like blondies studded with melting chocolate chunks and lots of desiccated coconut. These little squares are naturally gluten-free, vegan and easy to whip up in 30 minutes with only 9 ingredients. These Chocolate Chunk Coconut Blondies are the second bake I made for when my coeliac friend visited me, and I … Continue reading Chocolate Chunk Coconut Blondies (Vegan GF)
A hearty, wholesome and easy no-yeast, no-knead loaf of bread inspired by the traditional Irish soda or wheaten bread. It takes less than 40 minutes with only 6 main ingredients and is naturally vegan, dairy-free and nut-free. This loaf of bread has been a long-time coming. Ever since my Irish flatmate at uni (in 2012!!) … Continue reading Seedy Wholemeal Soda Bread
Rich, fudgy and indulgent chocolate truffles with minimal fuss and time needed and maximum indulgence. These truffles are naturally vegan and packed with a secret ingredient. This time of year (currently it’s February 2020) we tend to talk and think about Valentine’s Day. Whether or not you are in a relationship, the shops, social media, … Continue reading Rich Vegan Chocolate Truffles
Rich, creamy and thick overnight oats with indulgent mocha flavours. These make a perfect grab and go breakfast or for a more leisurely brunch at home, too. They are naturally vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free. I love to eat oats in whichever way I can. Whether that is porridge bowls, flapjack bars, oaty snacks or … Continue reading Mocha Cold Brew Overnight Oats
Rich and crumbly nutty flapjack studded with juicy blueberries and sweet rich chocolate. These bars are naturally vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free and are easy and quick to make. They are a great mid-afternoon snack, delicious breakfast or enjoyed with a cup of tea. I do love a good flapjack bar but more often than not, … Continue reading Gooey Chocolate Blueberry Flapjack
Crumbly, sweet and sticky cookie bars studded with juicy blueberries and topped with a thick almond butter enriched cream cheese. These vegan bars are easy to make in less than 25 minutes and are naturally gluten-free and high in fibre. These Blueberry and Almond Cookie Bars are most definitely inspired by a brand-new limited-edition flavour … Continue reading Blueberry and Almond Cookie Bars
A rich, indulgent and vegan chocolate tart infused with coffee flavour for a mocha twist. A raw date and nut base topped with a creamy thick chocolate mousse filling topped with more chocolate and raw chocolate truffles, this tart is easy and quick to make – plus it’s gluten-free and refined sugar-free. After falling back … Continue reading Chocha Mocha Mousse Tart
Sticky, raw and delicious granola bars that are quick and easy to make and packed with good-for-you ingredients. These snack bars are naturally vegan, gluten-free and contain only 9 simple ingredients and take 10 minutes to make. There is nothing better than a delicious snack bar when the 4pm slump hits – or for elevenses, … Continue reading Date Cashew and Coconut Granola Bars
Rich, sticky and festively spiced raw nutty brownies topped with a creamy smooth dark chocolate ganache. These raw brownies are naturally vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free and so easy to make. You’ll only need 20 minutes and a bit of patience to let the brownies set. I have a confession to make… I made these Spiced … Continue reading Spiced Chocolate Ganache Brownies
A light and fluffy banana bread loaf laced with spiced mincemeat and topped with sticky sweet mincemeat infused vegan cream cheese frosting. A festive match made in heaven. It is vegan, dairy-free with gluten-free options and easy to make in 40 minutes. What happens when my love affair for banana bread meets with my obsession … Continue reading Mince Pie Banana Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting
Crumbly, oaty, sticky and sweet flapjack-style bars layered with gooey vegan marshmallows and melted dark chocolate topped with an oaty crumble. These quick and easy, 10-ingredients bars are perfect as a gluten-free, vegan and healthy snack or dessert. I had so much fun making these bars themed about Bonfire night, but marshmallows are not only … Continue reading Vegan S’Mores Crumble Bars
A crunchy, chewy and peanut butter rich granola perfect for a snack or breakfast. It is naturally gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free while being full of fibre and protein. Peanut Butter Granola. What is not to love? Peanut butter is an ongoing obsession of mine, and I don’t think it will ever stop. The same goes … Continue reading Peanut Butter Granola
A thick and creamy fruit-and-veg-filled smoothie bowl that packs so much rich chocolatey flavour and zingy fresh ginger. A speedy, vegan, gluten-free breakfast bowl that comes together in 5 minutes for a nutritious and delicious start to the day. I love smoothie bowls, one look from my social media posts and on the posts that … Continue reading Chocolate Berry Ginger Ninja Smoothie Bowl
An oaty and chewy nutty flapjack base topped with a creamy and thick peanut butter caramel fudge layer drizzled with delicious chocolate. These easy, no-bake, 7-ingredient slices make a great vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free afternoon pick me up – plus they are filled with fibre and protein thanks to one secret ingredient. I love … Continue reading Chocolate Nutty Fudge Slices
Thick, chewy and hearty protein muffins that packed with delicious chocolate flavour and sweetened with juicy pears. These make great pre or post workout snacks or as part of a vegan and gluten-free breakfast. They are quick to make and come together in one bowl.
Thick, chocolatey-rich, filled with juicy dried fruits, crunchy nuts, sweet and salty popcorn and creamy delicious chocolate. These bars really do have everything you want in each bite plus they are naturally gluten-free, vegan and require no baking.
Summer fruit welcomes a brand-new stone-fruit variety to the shelves this year and it’s called Metis®. Pronounced Me-teece, this natural cross between a plum and apricot is firm and crisp on the outside while being sweet and juicy on the inside. Metis® fruit has been naturally bred using bees to cross-pollinate apricot pollen and plum blooms … Continue reading Roasted Metis®, Mint and Cream Cheese Crostini
This may just be the best granola recipe I’ve made to date: chewy, crunchy and crumbly granola packed with vanilla flavour, crunchy protein crispies and naturally sweetened with banana. This vegan and gluten-free granola is a banana-nut sensation loaded with flavour and texture. One lazy Sunday afternoon, I wanted to do some baking but didn’t … Continue reading Vanilla Banana Nut Protein Granola
A vegan take on the classic Victoria sponge cake with a light and fluffy vanilla and coconut sugar infused sponge, sandwiched together with thick and creamy frosting and fruity jam topped with more frosting. This cake is a real crowd-pleaser that also makes a a beautiful show-stopping wedding cake. This Vegan Vanilla Cake has been … Continue reading Vegan Vanilla Cake
Thick and chewy flapjack-like base loaded with peanut butter and vanilla protein topped with a rich and creamy chocolate ganache, laced with more peanut butter. These bars are vegan-friendly, gluten-free and require no baking. I have updated this post (and the recipe and method) this August 2021 after first publishing this delicious recipe back in … Continue reading Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Flapjack Bars (Vegan GF)
A classic and staple hummus recipe that is quick, cheap and delicious. It’s creamy, rich in flavour and goes with pretty much everything.
Prepare to fool even the most fervent of avocado-haters with this recipe. Thick, chewy and fudgy chocolate brownies packed with hidden avocado, sweetened with coconut sugar and maple syrup with a rich chocolatey flavour that leaves you wanting more. These brownies are, of course, vegan and dairy-free while also being nut-free with a gluten-free option. … Continue reading Fudgy Chocolate Avocado Brownies
Light and fluffy homemade flatbreads topped with crunchy paprika chickpeas, juicy roasted vegetables, crispy kale chips and lashings of creamy hummus. The ultimate finger food that is as comforting as it is fresh, healthy and vibrant. “This is my favourite kind of meal” are the exact words I said as I finished my last mouthful … Continue reading Crunchy Chickpea, Kale Crisp and Burst Tomato Flatbreads
These Tahini Chocolate Chunk Oat Cookies are made with only a handful of ingredients and come together in less than 30 minutes. They are naturally vegan, dairy-free, refined-sugar-free and gluten-free while being deliciously rich and studded with dark chocolate chunks. They make the perfect dunking cookie or to enjoy with a glass of ice-cold milk. … Continue reading Tahini Chocolate Chunk Oat Cookies
I am a little bit obsessed with baked oats right now – from proats to zoats and the humble oat, I have been baking them like a mad woman recently. The joys of working from home and having time for a delicious brunch. *proats – protein-oats and zoats – zucchini or courgette-oats* There’s a few … Continue reading 3 Ways with Baked Oats
I cannot believe that Nourishing Amy is already 1 year old. How time really does fly when you are having fun. In that time I’ve shared more than 100 recipes (enough for a cookbook, hey?) and have written 1000s of words, as I am quite word-y. And following on from the May's monthly motivation post … Continue reading Vegan Orange Chai Donuts
This recipe proves that vegan food can please anyone and everyone. The fact you can make a cheese scone using no animal products at all is pretty impressive seeing as cheese is usually laden with dairy and scones are made from copious amounts of butter. They are also ridiculously simple, only require 7 ingredients and … Continue reading Vegan Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Scones
Happy Easter! You may have already eaten quite a few hot cross buns, but you can never have too many, wouldn’t you agree? The warming aroma of sweet spices and the tender soft dough always remind me of springtime in the UK, with the sun shining and daffodils blooming… but perhaps after all the actual … Continue reading Hot Cross Bun Granola
With Easter coming up, what better way to celebrate than with coconut and chocolate treats that happen to be healthy, delicious and pretty in pink?! But don’t save these bars only for Easter time, they are delicious any time of the year and will brighten anyone’s day. Pink Bounty Bars Pink Bounty Bars They’re such … Continue reading Pink Bounty Bars
Soft and chewy granola bars made with only 8 ingredients that take about 40 minutes from start to finish (include setting time) and that are genuinely healthy and delicious, what more could you ask for? These Roasted Nut Granola Bars make an amazing on-the-go snack or part of a balanced breakfast and they travel well, … Continue reading Roasted Nut Granola Bars
There is nothing better than making your own baked goods and hands-down the most rewarding thing to bake involves yeast. I have a love-love-hate relationship (I love them twice as much as hate them!) as I get nervous every time just in case the airing cupboard isn’t quite the right temperature and what about that … Continue reading Vegan Hot Cross Buns
Raw cheesecakes are still a fairly new sweet treat creation for me, after discovering how easy and creamy they are with the right kitchen equipment. In fact, in 3 months I’ve created several cheesecake recipes and this Chocolate Coconut Raspberry Cheesecake joins my previous Salted Almond Chocolate Cheesecake and my Lemon and Pistachio Raw Cheesecake, … Continue reading Chocolate Coconut Raspberry Cheesecake Slices
Welcome to aubergine heaven. This recipe is creamy, rich in flavour and highly addictive - but it’s also healthy, completely made from whole foods and vegan-friendly. Smoky Aubergine Baba Ganoush When it comes to dips, hummus still reigns king (or queen) among most people and I think that’s down to a lot of mediocre aubergine … Continue reading Smoky Aubergine Baba Ganoush
These almost raw, no-bake slices may just be a little bit addictive… you have been warned. I love making new variations on raw slices and experimenting with different flavour combinations and these bars are testament to one tasty afternoon of experimenting. Peanut Butter Coffee Crunch Chocolate Slices Peanut Butter Coffee Crunch Chocolate Slices These ones … Continue reading Peanut Butter Coffee Crunch Chocolate Slices
It’s been far too long since I have shared a hummus recipe – since my Red Pepper and Walnut Hummus July 2018 – and I cannot believe that this is only the second recipe on my blog for hummus. It’s often a joke that hummus should be its own food group, especially for vegans and … Continue reading Edamame and Artichoke Hummus
A delicious and alternative way to serve sweet potatoes - roasted and stuffed with breakfast essentials like granola, nut butter and fruit. They are easy, vegan and gluten-free.
Are you in full love mode? With Valentines Day just around the corner, there’s a lot of focus on being with someone. A girlfriend, boyfriend, husband, wife, partner… there are so many couples out there and while I LOVE the day for love, why not celebrate self-love, self-worth and self-care. We need a marked day … Continue reading Peanut Butter and Blueberry Muffins
Who doesn’t love granola? When it combines with the festive cheeriness of Christmas… well that’s one heavenly breakfast (or lunch/dinner/snack if you’re like me!).Christmas GranolaAfter all the savoury recipe testing for my Christmas bonanza, it dawned on me that I needed to re-make my favourite festive-spiced granola as it’s one I make time and time again, … Continue reading Christmas Granola
Deliciously smooth, rich and indulgent chocolate truffles made with just three ingredients.
A cinnamon-sweet mince pie filled cinnamon rolls with a sticky icing sugar glaze, perfect for weekend baking or festive treats.
Sticky and sweet, these are my favourite way to enjoy carrots and parsnips and they make a great side dish part of a roast dinner.
With sugar and spice and all things nice…keep calm and eat mince pies!Homemade Mince PiesThese are just two little quotes I found when I googled “mince pie quotes” – yes, I actually did that as a way to inspire my writing here. Because, well, what more is there to say about the humble mince pie? … Continue reading Homemade Mince Pies
With a knowledge of the Italian language, it still makes me chuckle that ‘biscotti’ in every other language refers to this particular type of sweet treat, whereas ‘biscotti’ literally translates to mean ‘biscuits’. The Italian call these type of crunchy biscuit cantuccini which I think sounds much more exotic and enticing, don’t you agree? Nevertheless, … Continue reading Orange and Cranberry Almond Biscotti
Happy festive period, everyone. I am so excited to share this recipe with you as it was one that proved quite popular on my Instagram stories a few weeks ago and since then I have made them a few times and can attest that they make a great snack, on-the-go mini breakfast and an after-dinner … Continue reading Apple and Hemp Muffins with Hemp Crumble Topping
These cookies are next level cosiness. One of these with a cup of tea will put all your problems at bay for a moment, while you enjoy the most moreish cookie I think I’ve made to date. Unlike my Chocolate Chunk Cookies and my Chocolate Brownies, these Pumpkin Cinnamon Spiced Breakfast Cookies aren’t heavy on … Continue reading Pumpkin Cinnamon Spiced Breakfast Cookies
It’s Halloween which can only mean one thing: it’s time for some spook-tacular baking! I toyed around with a few ideas of what to bake, make or raw-bake to celebrate the ghoulish day and saw that a lot of recipes required many ingredients and often those which were very artificial. I didn’t want to use … Continue reading Peppermint Green (S)Creams
A lightly spiced, fruity and nutty carrot cake baked as a delicious Bundt cake topped with luscious vanilla buttercream, extra walnuts, red currants, and caramel sauce. This cake is easy to bake, it’s naturally vegan and gluten-free and is a great cake for all the family. Not much beats a homemade cake, especially when it … Continue reading Carrot and Raisin Bundt Cake (Vegan Gluten-Free)
I may not be the world’s biggest cheese fan, but when it comes to cream cheese, well that’s another story. I associate cream cheese with bagels and although it is not something I often have, it makes them even more delicious when I do. How do you like to enjoy your cream cheese? There are … Continue reading Tofu Cream Cheese plus Artichoke and Chilli Cheese Dip
I’m not the biggest fan of the cold weather, but one thing I do love about the cool, crisp mornings is the instant satisfaction at making and enjoying a bowl of porridge. The comforting sensation as the oats warm you from the inside out, filling you nicely to last through a busy morning. The fibrous … Continue reading Pear, Ginger and Date Porridge
Cornbread is definitely an American traditional element to the festive season and about this time of year, my social media feeds are chock full of sweet yet savoury breads. Before last year I had never tried cornbread, believe it or not?! Although, I don’t think that’s unusual living here in the UK. It’s not something … Continue reading Vegan Black Bean and Sweet Corn Bread
There are so many plant-based milks available in the shops today and I am so grateful for the huge variety we have. It does make trying out all of them a little pricey and, sure, there will be a few hits and misses along the way, as they all taste very different. From sweet hazelnut … Continue reading Hemp and Blueberry Chia Pudding with Caramelised Banana
More is always more I say, when it comes to a chocolate drizzle, wouldn’t you agree? These tasty little treats came to me one afternoon when I whipped out the mixing bowl and threw a few ingredients together without much of an idea in mind. I had recently watched an episode of The Great British … Continue reading Chocolate Almond Salted Caramel Thumbprint Cookies
This makes a great sauce option to drizzle over fresh and fluffy pancakes, to smear onto toasted bread, to stir into a yoghurt and granola bowl or to top and melt into a warm bowl of porridge. The possibilities are endless. And, because it uses only the sweetness from the dates, it doesn’t taste too … Continue reading Salted Date Tahini Caramel
This tastes just like chocolate pudding. So, if you’re after pudding for breakfast then here is your answer. Or, you can make this chia pudding and actually enjoy it for pudding – it tastes that good. Not even in a ‘this is healthy so let’s pretend it tastes yummy, too’ kind of way. This is … Continue reading Chocolate, Cinnamon and Raisin Chia Pudding
I cannot believe that even after a few months, there is only one baked granola recipe on Nourishing Amy (check it out here)… which is upsetting for me as it is something I always eat. I have to say, I have been lucky enough to be sampling a few store-bought varieties recently thanks to social … Continue reading Pistachio, Pumpkin Seed and Goldenberry Granola
Let us all celebrate The Great British Bake Off 2018! What is a cup-scone I hear you ask? Very simply, it is a hybrid between a cupcake and a scone. When baking these little carrot cake bakes, I was a little dubious of the texture given the nature of coconut flour. The batter is very … Continue reading Carrot Cake Cup-Scones
‘chicken’ meet ‘nugget’ Aka tofu cubes meet a crunchy baked coating. These little bites got so much love on my social media story at the weekend and I am so excited to share them with you. I’m not usually one for ‘fake meats’ or ‘meat alternatives’. I love tofu, tempeh and seitan but when they’re … Continue reading Vegan Tofu Nuggets with Spicy Tomato Sauce
If you love ginger then we’re going to get along just fine. I had some girlfriends over recently and I wanted to make something new for dessert that wouldn’t be too heavy. I always go for chocolate-based after dinner treats, but thought to spice it up a bit this time. Not that there is anything … Continue reading Raw Ginger and Apricot Crunch Bars
Don’t you just love it when a few staple cupboard ingredients combine to create one delicious and flavoursome dish? This is exactly what happened when I was craving some hummus and fancied a change from my usual tahini blend. Upon devouring this hummus straight from the blender bowl, I realised I’d happily and accidentally created … Continue reading Smoked Red Pepper and Walnut Hummus
What a fiesta of a bowl! Pack in all the colours of the rainbow, all the different textures and all the best bits from Mexican and summer food into one joyful bowl. Plus, this delicious lunch or dinner dish can be served as part of a mezze of salads or at a BBQ as a … Continue reading Mexican Mango Salsa Bowl
Have you tried peanut butter flavoured protein powder? It’s a game changer, and I literally could inhale the entire bag on smell alone. I kindly received this Nutty Nutty Peanut Butter Protein Powder from That Protein for being shortlisted as the Best New and Noteworthy Blogger in the upcoming awards with the Health Bloggers Community … Continue reading Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies
Cherries, almonds, vanilla… it can only mean one thing: Cherry Bakewell. The sweet aromas of this Cherry Almond Bakewell Cake sing to the memories of my youth. As the smell spread throughout my kitchen I was transported back to school days, visiting friends houses and being offered one of these as a pre-dinner snack. Now, … Continue reading Cherry Almond Bakewell Cake
If you need another recipe to show those blackening and squidgy bananas some love, then this one is for you. I can never walk past these lonely fruits, knowing they will probably end up in the bin just breaks my heart. The ripest ones are the sweetest after all and make for the best bakes, … Continue reading Berry Peanut Butter Muesli Bars
For any breakfast lover, it is only a matter of time before you make your own granola. I love making my own oat-based cereal, as you can be as inventive as you like with flavours or keep it super simple like my classic Granola recipe. Even though it isn’t difficult, sometimes you don’t want to … Continue reading Cacao and Maca Raw Nola
As a happy two-month blog-iversay to Nourishing Amy, I have a special treat for all of you... Coconut and Cacao Donuts with Chocolate Coconut Glaze. I always say to eat more hole-foods! Donuts fit the bill perfectly. Joking aside, I am super proud of these ‘un-bakes’ and I am not afraid to say so. I, … Continue reading Coconut and Cacao Donuts
These are the family favourite. Hands down. I know there’s a plethora of chocolate chip cookies out there, but this one never claims to be a chocolate chip cookie. Instead, it’s more robust, hearty and chunky. It uses chopped chocolate for a rugged cookie, and the oats add that comforting ‘homely’ familiarity to them. You … Continue reading Chocolate Chunk Oat Cookies
My oh my are we in for a treat today! My good friend over at BlueberrySmiles and I have finally gotten around to collaborating on a little guest post for you. I am a huge fan of Celine’s food and her photography too, in fact she inspires me a lot (and she may not even … Continue reading Guest Post: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
What isn’t to love about a flatbread? Sturdy enough to hold your favourite fillings, but not quite as stodgy as some bread. They’re the perfect sandwich alternative. But that’s not it. I also enjoy these flatbread instead of tortilla wraps and pittas, or alongside crudités and hummus, the possibilities are endless. As well as being … Continue reading Easy Fluffy Flatbread
This tastes like summer in a glass to me – light, refreshing and so juicy thanks to the abundance of berries. The coconut water makes the smoothie even fresher, while adding a bit more flavour and summery vibes. I love adding some baobab to morning smoothies as they add a real zing that really wakens … Continue reading A Refreshing Coconut Berry Smoothie
This recipe comes with a warning: once you start, you can’t stop. Have you made your own peanut butter? So many people, my former self included, are intimated by the process, fearing it to be far too complicated/time-consuming/difficult/easier to buy in the store. But I am here to change all that. Not only is it … Continue reading Chocolate Chai Peanut Butter
Over my instagramming days, I have shared quite a few pancake pictures with you so it seems well overdue that I give back to you with a recipe. From chocolatey-rich indulgent plates to a towering berry and coconut stack to refreshing orange and yoghurt topped pancake spirals, these brunch delights have always been well received … Continue reading Fluffy Spelt Pancakes
You can thank me later for this one. Indulgent, rich, gooey bites of chocolate-y goodness filled with crunch, chewy dried fruits and topped with a layer of cacao nibs, these are not for the faint-hearted. Although, if you chop them small enough, then you can just have more! I first made these on a whim … Continue reading Fudgey Rocky Road Tiffins
What’s your favourite way to start the morning? Everyone has their own little routine: some go for a run (those crazy people!), others crave a caffeine fix and some people will, without fail, always be rushed. I am none of the above. I like to start my day with some meditation and yoga, green tea … Continue reading Apple and Apricot Ginger Bircher Muesli
So, we’ve had kale crisps, sweet potato crisps and mixed bags of vegetable crisps for a while now, so welcome to your new favourite: Cauliflower Leaf Crisps! I am so happy with this recipe for a few reasons: Waste not want not – unless you have a rabbit, people tend to throw the leaves away. … Continue reading Cauliflower Leaf Crisps
Why is this called a smoothie juice? What makes this pear so prickly? To answer question 1 – this drink isn’t quite thick enough to be classed as a full-on smoothie due to a lack of milk or thickener. Yet, it’s thicker than a juice, and no juicer is involved. You see the dilemma? To … Continue reading Prickly Pear Smoothie Juice
A food blog wouldn’t be a food blog without at least one granola recipe, so here is my first (of many) offering to you all. This is my go-to recipe when I don’t have any fancy ingredients in the house and want to make a simple, nutritious and delicious breakfast cereal – but don’t limit … Continue reading My Everything Granola
Why is this called ‘ULTIMATE’? I know that is quite a claim, but this is hands-down the best banana bread recipe I have made, come across and eaten. Over the years I have tried and tested numerous banana breads, each claiming to be the best, so now I am throwing my own into the mix. … Continue reading Ultimate Banana Bread
