Strawberry & Chocolate Quinoa Mini Muffins
You know the expression, eating with your eyes first. These tiny muffins are prettier and more irresistible than the regular ones. The strawberry and chocolate winning duo pairs very well, the fruity sweetness of strawberries with the intensity of chocolate. Strawberries are small fruits, but each of them offers a great amount of benefits. Strawberries […]
Blueberry & Yogurt Cake
A very dense cake yet feels light since there is no added fat in the recipe. Applesauce is responsible for the moistness and soft texture. The baked blueberries become like juicy gems of flavor. Great for breakfast, dessert or snack. Among one of the fruits with the highest level of antioxidants, blueberry has the title […]
Orange & Cinnamon Muffin
Very citrusy and fragrant, these muffins will bring joy. They are fluffy and moist texture will surely please. You will need 3 oranges and about 2 tsp of cinnamon. Great to start the day, bring on a picnic or end a meal. Oranges are well known for their high level of vitamin C, but interestedly […]
Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter & Date Frosting
Scrumptious vegan chocolate cupcake that is fluffy and moist topped with a smooth peanut butter and date frosting with no sugar added. They are decadent yet nutritious, high in fiber and antioxidants. These little goodies of joy will surely please. I personally don’t like frosting, it is pretty much 95% powdered sugar, too sweet. The […]
Baked Apple & Avocado Squares
A must try recipe for either breakfast or dessert. The combination of textures and flavors is surprisingly delicious. Oats, barley, avocado and apples were carefully chosen to provide a good amount of beta-glucan and plant sterols which may lower cholesterol. My sister asked me to develop a dessert that could lower cholesterol. Just one or […]
Chocolate Sweet Potato Muffin
Very moist and chocolate-y muffin, no one will be able to tell it is made with sweet potatoes. This very nutritious root vegetable will enrich the muffin with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. Besides promoting a healthy brain and gut. Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene, our body converts it into vitamin A. Some beta-carotene […]
Low Sugar Chocolate Chip Cookies
Made with good fats, coconut oil and tahini, whole wheat and oat flours and low in sugar. But all the deliciousness of a chocolate chip cookie is present. Great addition to any lunch box or at any time just because. I love chocolate chip cookies, who doesn’t? But most of the recipes have so much […]
Prune & Coconut Chia Pudding
Prunes and coconut make a great duo by enhancing each other’s flavors. Being more acidic and sweet the prunes bring out more flavor from the coconut and the coconut tones down a bit the prunes, creating a good balance between them. Besides being good for digestion, prunes are a rich source of antioxidants, which may […]
Blackberry-Mango & Vanilla Chia Pudding
Chia pudding of two fruits that go very well together, the sweet mangos and the more acidic blackberries. They make a great trio with the plant-based creamy vanilla chia pudding. The mix of the three flavors is a show stopper. Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 0 mins | Total: 15 […]
Sweet Potato Coconut Bread
Sweet potato and coconut complement each other flavors which are enhanced by the pumpkin spice. Rich in fiber, a slice of this bread is a great snack at any time. Or spread some nut butter for breakfast on a go. Sweet potato is so versatile, in this bread it contributes to a moist texture and […]