Creamy chocolate chia mousse. You are going to love this healthy, yet oh so decadent, dairy free dessert that comes together in just minutes! Chia seed pudding has to be one of the easiest desserts around. It happens to be super healthy too! Chia seeds are packed with omega-3’s, antioxidants and fiber. All good stuff. They also magically thicken any liquid they are added to, making them perfect for whipping up a simple pudding. Sort of like a no-cook {healthier} version of tapioca ... read more
vegan 7 layer bean dip
Layers of beans, guacamole, creamy taco sauce, salsa and all of the vibrant Mexican flavors. No one will even miss the dairy in this vegan 7 layer bean dip! A party isn’t a party unless there are chips and dip involved. Am I right? It’s the most snackalicious party food and it’s always, always a crowd pleaser. Wether it’s homemade guacamole, spinach artichoke dip, spicy salsa or hummus, you just can’t go wrong. As long as an endless amount of chips {and maybe some fresh veggies too} are ... read more
gluten free vegan baked chocolate donuts
Who wouldn’t go for one of these gluten free vegan baked chocolate donuts? Extra chocolatey cake donuts, dipped in a decadent chocolate glaze. Can’t forget the chocolate sprinkles! It’s a sad day when you have to accept the fact that being able to buy freshly fried donuts is a thing of the past. I remember shortly after going gluten free, I was in the grocery story and passed the donut case. My heart dropped a little when I realized I couldn't just pick up a dozen donuts for my family ... read more
gluten free vegan snowball cookies
A simple, buttery holiday cookie that’s made with toasted walnuts and rolled in powdered sugar. What’s not to love about these gluten free vegan snowball cookies? Growing up, there were certain cookies that my mom would only make at Christmastime. Raspberry-filled cheese tarts, gingerbread men, monkey cakes, almond crescents and thumbprint cookies {to name a few}. They were all my grandma’s recipes and all hold such precious memories for my family and I. Now I have the privilege of baking ... read more
gluten free apple cranberry stuffing
This gluten free apple cranberry stuffing is sure to be a hit on your Thanksgiving table, with it's sweet and savory fall flavors! When putting together my Thanksgiving menu, there are a few things that are a total must. I like to call them the "non-negotiable.” Turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet potatoes with toasted marshmallows, green beans, homemade cranberry sauce and stuffing. If those things are not on the table, it just doesn’t feel right. Oh, and you can’t forget about the ... read more
gluten free vegan peanut butter spider cookies
How cute are these gluten free vegan peanut butter spider cookies? Soft peanut butter cookies, topped with a chocolate ganache spider. Creepy, yet so delicious! I love an excuse to make festive desserts for just about any holiday! Every Halloween, I come up with another spooky treat to make for the kids or for classroom parties. Last year I made these adorable gluten free vegan chocolate spiderweb cupcakes that really couldn’t be easier to make. One of my favorites are these gluten free vegan ... read more
gluten free vegan almond poppyseed muffins
Tender poppyseed muffins, with the crunch of toasted almonds. These gluten free vegan almond poppyseed muffins are such a lovely morning treat! Growing up in a family of six, going to Costco for groceries was a must. I remember my mom would get those packages of assorted muffins, the GIANT muffins that were more like the size of three muffins put together. Everyone loved the double chocolate chip ones, but my favorite were the almond poppyseed. I would go for those ones every single time. So ... read more
gluten free vegan caramel apple bundt cake
As the decadent caramel glaze is dripping down the sides of this gluten free vegan caramel apple bundt cake, you can’t help but want a slice. I’m thinking this might be the most delicious way to celebrate apple season! I know many people are asking, “are you team pumpkin or team apple?” I have a hard time saying I’m definitely one or the other. I do get more excited for pumpkin season and for all the yummy pumpkin spice things, but I adore any and every homemade apple dessert. It’s no ... read more
gluten free vegan cinnamon sugar pumpkin donuts
Fluffy baked pumpkin donuts, coated in cinnamon sugar. These gluten free vegan cinnamon sugar pumpkin donuts are what donut dreams are made of! Who’s ready for pumpkin spice season? It’s in full force around here. Pumpkin spice everything has made it's debut in all the grocery stores, Target, on pinterest, and all over instagram. It’s starting to take over my kitchen too. I’m ok with it. Give me ALL the pumpkin for these next few months. When thinking about the first new pumpkin recipe to ... read more
gluten free vegan peanut butter and jelly oat bars
Who doesn’t love the classic combination of creamy peanut butter and strawberry jelly? These gluten free vegan peanut butter and jelly oat bars are quite the tasty lunchbox treat or after school snack. For as long as I can remember, I have always loved peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. When I was an itty bitty thing in kindergarten and now as a mama of four in her thirty’s. There is something about the combination of the salty, creamy peanut butter with the sweet strawberry jelly that takes ... read more
gluten free vegan maple walnut scones
Tender scones with toasted walnuts, covered in a drizzle of maple glaze. These gluten free vegan maple walnut scones are just like the ones you get fresh at the bakery, only made from scratch at home. There is a local gluten free bakery here that makes delicious gluten free, dairy free and some vegan baked treats. Cupcakes, cookies, muffins, quick breads and incredible made-to-order sandwiches. My favorite thing they make at Pushkin’s is their scones! They have the perfect texture and their ... read more
gluten free vegan triple berry slab pie
How beautiful is this gluten free vegan triple berry slab pie? Flaky pie crust, filled with an abundance of fresh berries and baked to perfection in a sheet pan. Easy to make and perfect for serving to your guests! Summertime is pie time. I know we make lots of pies around Thanksgiving, but in the fall you don’t have all the amazing fresh fruit. Strawberries, cherries, blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches. I don’t think I could pick just one as my favorite summer fruit. Ok, maybe I ... read more