A Gathering of Veggie Deliciousness!
Chipotle–Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 4 One of my favorite side dishes! A little sweet, a little savory, and a bit spicy. But all yum! Ingredients 1 pound sweet potato, peeled and coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons maple syrup 2 tablespoons milk 1 tablespoon butter 1 ½ teaspoons chipotle paste…
Minty Dark Chocolate Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache and Candy Cane Topping Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Total time: 45 minutes Serves: 16 brownies If you like chocolate mint brownies, try these for a special treat. Ingredients Brownies: Duncan Hines Dark Chocolate Fudge Brownie Mix 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/3 cup vegetable…
Homemade Eggnog Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes (plus 3 hours chilling) Total time: 3 hours 10 minutes Serves: 2 cups Homemade eggnog, from scratch. Ingredients 1 cup plain almond milk 1 cup light coconut milk, from the can 2 tablespoons agave nectar 2 teaspoons vanilla 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg Pinch of pink salt…
Snowballs and Thumbprints Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 20-30 minutes Serves: 20 cookies each (40 total) One dough – two cookies! Ingredients Thumbprints: 1 cup (2 sticks) Earth Balance vegan butter 1/2 cup organic powder sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 1/2 cups whole spelt flour 1/2 cup almond meal 1/2…
Egg-not Nog Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: n/a Total time: 20 minutes Serves: 6+ Egg-not Nog is a vegan-friendly version of a classic holiday drink, eggnog, using cashews, macadamia nuts, and warming spices. Ingredients 1 cup filtered water 1 cup almond milk 1 cup cashews (soaked for at least 30 min.) ½ cup macadamia…
This cake is officially my new FAVORITE holiday dessert. I can’t think of any flavors that I love more than cranberry, citrus, and coconut. On their own they are spectacular, but put them together and it’s like a trifecta of deliciousness for your taste buds. I personally think that this cake was a huge gluten-free…
Almond Coconut Date Globes Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: These ooey-gooey Almond Coconut Date Globes are a perfect blend of whole food ingredients to keep you energized all day long or to satisfy your sweet tooth! Ingredients 1 cup or 20 large dates, soaked and pitted 3 tablespoon ground raw almonds (a.k.a. almond…
Gingerbread Pancakes & Pancake Mix Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 20 minutes Serves: 14 pancakes Your house will smell divine while you whip up several batches of this yummy gluten-free Gingerbread Pancake Mix. Keep some on hand for yourself to turn into Gingerbread Pancakes on busy holiday mornings, then spread…
Pumpkin Pie Yogurt Parfait Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Enjoy this yogurt parfait for breakfast and/or as a sweet treat. Ingredients 1/4 cup pumpkin purée 6 ounces vanilla yogurt (I use Coconut Milk Yogurt) 1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1 tbs. pumpkin seeds drizzle of honey Instructions View the full recipe at peace.love.quinoa…
There aren’t many gifts more awesome than handmade ones–gifts that are crafted up in your very own kitchen, bursting with love in every bite (or sip). This list of 20 awesome edible gifts will satisfy all your DIY gift-giving needs. Whether you’re looking for allergy-friendly eats, cocktails for the booze enthusiasts or chocolate bites of…
Raw Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Raw Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake is a gluten free, raw, and vegan pumpkin pie dessert perfect for sharing on the holidays. It’s a no hassle dessert to make! Ingredients FILLING // 1½ cans organic pumpkin puree (15 oz. cans) 2 cups raw cashews 1½ cups…
Pomegranate Cranberry Sauce Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Pomegranate Cranberry Sauce is a delicious, simple, and nutrient dense cranberry sauce made with pomegranates, apples, citrus, and warming spices. Ingredients 2 cups fresh cranberries 1 cup pomegrante seeds 1 large apple (1 cup), diced ½ cup raw orange, cubed 2 tablespoons maple syrup 2…