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I’m a huge fan of almond croissants (perhaps because I’m French) and frangipane, the almond paste you can find in French King’s Cakes. I’ve made several recipes with an almond croissant twist, like my Vegan Almond Croissant Pastry and Almond Croissant Cookies. But I’m also constantly making banana bread for my family. They are healthy, wholesome, and easy-to-make breakfast or snacks that last for days. So what more natural to combine these two essential treats into one?...

I love making my protein oatmeal, protein chia pudding, or protein overnight oats for breakfast. But sometimes, I like something new, gluten-free, and different from oats. Buckwheat porridge is the best for it. It has a delicious nutty flavor and a lot of texture and is so fulfilling and comforting as a winter breakfast. What Are The Health Benefits Of Buckwheat Groats? Buckwheat groats are an excellent complete protein source for vegans and vegetarians....

As the wife of a vegan ultra-runner, I am always on the lookout for new easy vegan protein ball recipes that can be easily grabbed after a workout, like my Pumpkin Energy Balls, Nut-Free Energy Balls, or Coconut Energy Balls. What Are Carrot Cake Energy Balls? Carrot Cake Energy Balls are bite-sized snacks loaded with natural proteins and healthy carbs to fuel up before a workout or recharge after. And vegan protein balls often mean energy bites with dates!...

Hey there, pasta lovers! If you’re anything like me, you probably cherish those summer days when the garden is brimming with fresh produce, especially those plump and juicy cherry tomatoes. Today, I’m excited to share my favorite Cherry Tomato Pasta Sauce recipe with you. This recipe is a game-changer for weeknight dinners, bursting with flavor and oh-so-simple to make. Plus, it brings back warm memories of cooking with family and friends, making it a dish close to my heart....

For the perfect side dish to serve with my Best Ever Fried Rice. Black Bean Sauce At Home Chicken with black bean sauce is a Chinese restaurant favorite! But you don’t have to order take-out to enjoy it. With this recipe, you can cook it at home in just 30 minutes! I know it may look like a complicated dish, but it really is simple to make! How to Make Chicken With Black Bean Sauce Start with Marinating the chicken for 15-20 minutes in Chinese rice wine, soy sauce, and sesame oil....

I got the idea for these cookies while browsing Cooking Classy’s Food blog. I came across her Nutella Stuffed cookies and thought they looked incredible. I didn’t have the time for the extra step of stuffing the cookies, but it made me crave the flavor combinations so I came up with my own recipe. Oh my goodness, is this a cookie you need to try! These decadent cookies are like getting two different kinds of cookies in one amazing treat....

When the Fall season hits, we all crave one of these delicious flavorsome warm coffee with pumpkin spiced milk. But if you want to save some dollars and add a clean eating twist to your drink, try my vegan pumpkin spice latte version. Why You’ll Love This Latte This healthy latte recipe is naturally: Dairy-Free Refined Sugar-Free with low-carb, sugar-free options to cut the grams of sugar per serving to the minimum....

Having lived in England for 15 years, I came to love how central sausage rolls are to holiday traditions. Every Christmas, English my mother-in-law would make a big batch, and it was something my husband always looked forward to each year. In fact, the whole family loved them so much that it wasn’t uncommon for a playful fight to break out over the last one on the tray! Since moving back to the US, I’ve taken on the task of keeping that tradition alive, using her tried-and-true recipe....

Growing up, my Italian grandmother made tomato sauce that would cook all day with all different types of meat, then served she served it on pasta. I just loved it when she’d serve it up on a Sunday with a side of mushrooms made in a tomato garlic sauce. This Italian Beef Stew recipe was inspired by those Sunday dinners of long-cooked meat, mushrooms, and Italian flavors. I serve it on pasta or with mashed potatoes, but if you’d instead add potatoes and eat it on its own, feel free – it’s just as good!...

An Amazing Massaman Curry Recipe Made with a homemade Massaman curry paste, this Thai curry is jam-packed full of Thai aromatics with layers and layers of flavor that melt in your mouth, and tender Lamb. What else can I say? This dish makes me want to dive headfirst into the bowl with my mouth wide open! What is Massaman Curry? Massaman curry is a rich, stew-like mild Thai curry. The base of the sauce is usually made using coconut cream, cumin, coriander, lemongrass, and other Thai aromatics....

I am so glad you are here today to try these easy, luscious peanut butter bars! You know my passion for peanut butter and easy vegan desserts, right? I’ve made Perfect Bars, 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls, or No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars to fill your vegan dessert platters. So this is my new creation, or should I say an improvement of my 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies, turned into no-bake peanut butter bars....

I love mug cake recipes! I have many of them already, such as my vegan vanilla mug cake, matcha mug cake, or Oreo mug cake. I love the simplicity of whipping a few ingredients, baking in my microwave or air fryer, and getting a single-serve cake to enjoy. My kids can also make these mug cakes recipes by themselves and it’s so rewarding for them. Let’s see how to make this healthy mug cake with oats, a variation of my popular Healthy Mug Cake....

Today, I want to share an update on our journey as we continue to navigate the challenges of raising a child with autism. This blog post is a candid account of the recent incidents that have left us deeply concerned about the school’s lack of support and understanding. A few weeks ago, we faced a distressing incident where my son’s innocent words were misinterpreted, leading to an extreme overreaction from a teacher....

I’m a huge fan of healthier and homemade versions of all classic desserts. In summer, instead of buying ice cream and popsicles, I normally make my Avocado Ice Cream, Avocado Popsicles, or Banana Popsicles. I came up with this new recipe to make simple and healthy peanut butter popsicles. Peanut Butter Popsicles are a simple frosty ice cream block made with peanut butter and four other wholesome ingredients for a summery snack....

I love baking with protein powder, like in Tropical Overnight Oats, or High Protein Baked Oats my to boost the protein contents of my breakfast or dessert. It’s a great way to great fulfilling baking recipes without compromising on flavor and taste. What’s Protein Frosting? Most frosting recipes are made of butter, cream, and sugar. A protein frosting is a healthier frosting recipe that is naturally: Oil-free Sugar-free Dairy-free Low-calorie Packed with plant-based protein...

I love making homemade protein bar recipes, like my Gluten-Free Protein Bars, Cookie Dough Protein Bars or Protein Cereal Bars. They are so much tastier, cheaper and you can create an amazing range of flavors. Here’s my Fall protein bar version, a pumpkin protein bar made with pumpkin puree and delicious pumpkin pie spices. Let’s see how you can make these delicious vegan protein bars at home. Ingredients and Substitutions All you need to make homemade pumpkin protein bars this fall are:...

Serve with warm garlic bread for an easy weeknight meal the whole family will enjoy! Introducing my very favorite risotto. It’s a vibrant, delicious dish that’s packed full of flavor. I love the combination of saffron, lemon, and asparagus. The addition of sweet, plump shrimp makes it perfection on a plate. Ease And Versatility This Shrimp Risotto is a great Springtime recipe, but I make it all year round by swapping the asparagus for broccoli, peas, or spinach so you’re always using whatever produce is freshest and in season....

Peanut Butter Energy Balls Looking for a little boost? These peanut butter chocolate chip energy balls are tasty, bite-sized treats that are great for snacking on the go! Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Energy Balls Best EVER Potato Wedges Transform ordinary potatoes into crispy, golden wedges with this simple recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, these homemade potato wedges are guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family. Get The Recipe: Best EVER Potato Wedges...

They are naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and perfect for baby-led weaning, or a healthy gluten-free pancake recipe to add greens to your days. I’m a huge fan of sneaking veggies into classic basic recipe, like I’ve done in my Spinach Tortillas, Carrot Cake Overnight Oats, or Vegan Zucchini Muffins. These pancakes are no exception! It’s a perfect blend of delicious and healthy! What Are Spinach Banana Pancakes? Spinach Banana Pancakes are healthy pancakes made of ripe bananas, fresh baby spinach, and flour....

I love baking with spinach and hiding this delicious veggie, like my Spinach Tortillas, Spinach Muffins, or Spinach Banana Pancakes. Spinach cookies are simple, healthy cookies made without any flour and loaded with nutrients from spinach, banana, and oats. They are ready in under 30 minutes and taste absolutely delicious! Ingredients and Substitutions Quick Oats – I don’t recommend old-fashioned rolled oats for this recipe because its coarse texture makes the cookies dry and dense....