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March 9, 2025
Vegan Lemon Tart (Gluten-Free, Oil-Free)
This 6-ingredient vegan lemon tart is light, zesty, and irresistibly creamy – with a granola crust and creamy eggless lemon filling. Perfect for Spring & Summer gatherings!
Why You’ll Love This RecipeThis vegan lemon tart (aka Tarte au Citron) is proof that dessert can be both light and indulgent. Traditionally made with a buttery crust and rich, egg-based lemon curd, this plant-based version removes all dairy and eggs for a creamy, tangy lemon filling (between a vegan lemon custard and lemon...
March 5, 2025
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
These air fryer sweet potato wedges are crispy outside, tender and fluffy inside, and a quick, flavorful side or appetizer made with a handful of ingredients in 25 minutes!
In my house, homemade fries are a staple—carrot fries, yuca fries, potato wedges, and now these air fryer sweet potato wedges. No matter the mood, there’s a fry for that! Now, thanks to air fryer magic, these wedges use minimal oil but are crispy outside and fluffy inside, with just the right touc...
February 25, 2025
4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
Quick and easy, no-bake 4-ingredient peanut butter oatmeal balls taste like dessert but are packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats for a nutrient-dense snack!
When snack cravings hit, roll with it—literally! Along with my lemon coconut balls and PB chocolate keto truffles, these peanut butter oatmeal balls (aka peanut butter energy balls) are the perfect no-fuss, no-bake treat that’s healthy, satisfying, and irresistibly delicious. With just four simple pantry ...
February 21, 2025
Best Vegan Gyros Recipe
Whip up delicious Greek vegan gyros with just a few simple elements—savory spiced mushrooms, crisp veggies, fluffy pita, and a drizzle of homemade tzatziki sauce!
Traditional Greek gyros (from the Greek word ‘gyros’ meaning ‘turn’) are a popular street food made with pork or chicken meat cooked then ‘shaved’ from a vertical rotisserie. However, this plant-based version proves you don’t need meat to enjoy bold Greek flavors. Instead, meaty (oyster) mushrooms are transformed ...
Best Vegan Gyros
Whip up delicious Greek vegan gyros with just a few simple elements—savory spiced mushrooms, crisp veggies, fluffy pita, and a drizzle of homemade tzatziki sauce!
Traditional Greek gyros (from the Greek word ‘gyros’ meaning ‘turn’) are a popular street food made with pork or chicken meat cooked then ‘shaved’ from a vertical rotisserie. However, this plant-based version proves you don’t need meat to enjoy bold Greek flavors. Instead, meaty (oyster) mushrooms are transformed ...
February 18, 2025
Gluten-Free Seeded Bread
This gluten-free seeded bread (without psyllium husk) is as wholesome as it is delicious – perfectly chewy, satisfying, and nutrient-dense, with no yeast, wheat, kneading, or proofing!
A year ago, I shared a recipe for naturally gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free oatmeal seed bread, and was thrilled to see how much people loved it! After multiple requests for a psyllium-free version, though, I got to work and created this wholesome gluten free seeded brea...
February 12, 2025
40+ Vegan Valentine’s Day Recipes
40 recipes to help you create a delicious and impressive vegan Valentine’s Day menu (or a romantic vegan date night). Featuring breakfast, mains, drinks, and indulgent Valentine’s Day desserts and candy!
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and I know many of us are feeling especially appreciative of those we love right now. Here’s a list of my top vegan Valentine’s recipes to impress your beau this Valentine’s Day (or as a romantic vegan dinner...
February 9, 2025
No-Bake Cinnamon Rolls
These no-bake cinnamon rolls deliver all the classic flavor of traditional cinnamon rolls without the need for baking, making them quick and easy to prepare. They’re wholesome, protein-packed, refined sugar-free, and perfect for kids, toddlers, or anyone looking for a fast, delicious treat!
Have you been picking up on the hype surrounding Erewhon’s (aka the MOST expensive grocery store in the world) raw cinnamon rolls? Well, whether you’ve tried one before or want to...
February 5, 2025
40+ Vegan Super Bowl Recipes: Snacks and More
Score big this Game Day with 40 vegan Super Bowl recipes, from hearty burgers to chips, dips, and crispy finger foods—no meat, no dairy, just pure, crowd-pleasing deliciousness everyone will love!
40 TOP Tasty Vegan Super Bowl RecipesWant to plan a ‘winning menu’ for the next big game day or Super Bowl? Well, whether you’re a die-hard football fan or are just there to hang out and eat (I don’t blame you!), there’s no denying that the high energy of the day warrants plenty of plant-based fuel!
January 30, 2025
Vegan Raspberry Cheesecake (No-Bake)
Make the best no-bake vegan raspberry cheesecake – with a creamy, tangy raspberry cheesecake filling over a wholesome oat-seed crust. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free!
The creamy richness of vegan cheesecake has become a dessert obsession of mine. This month alone, I’ve whipped up tangy vegan lemon cheesecake bars, baked coffee cheesecake, and this ‘berry delightful’ (teehee!) vegan raspberry cheesecake. With a filling made with silken tofu (or v...
