A simple chia egg replacer is a great substitute to use in your vegan baking! Learn how to make one with this step by step tutorial. When you eliminate eggs from your diet, it not only changes your breakfast options, but it also changes how you bake. Thankfully, there are several options for vegan egg…
Blueberry Peach Crisp (Gluten Free and Vegan).
Blueberry peach crisp is the perfect summer dessert! This version is gluten free and vegan, and so delicious with vanilla ice cream. I think that of all the summer fruits, peaches are my favorite. But it seems like the peach season is so short here in Michigan! So we buy, buy, buy them from the…
Spicy Sweet Homemade Barbecue Sauce.
An easy recipe for sweet and spicy homemade barbecue sauce that’s allergy friendly and perfect for all your barbecue needs! This simple sauce is delicious on chicken, pork, or beef. Imagine that you’re having a backyard barbecue, and you need to run to the store to grab some barbecue sauce. You run into the store,…
3 Ingredient Cherry Chia Jam.
It’s easy to make jam from fresh, sweet cherries! This cherry chia jam is simple to make, delicious, and it’s refined sugar free! A few weeks ago, sweet cherries were on sale in our local grocery store. We stocked up, and after a could of days, we realized, uh-oh, there’s no way that we can…
A Simple Guide to Using Egg Replacers.
Using egg replacers doesn’t have to be confusing! Learn about the different types of vegan egg substitutes and when and how to use them in this guide. What binds baked goods together? What keeps cakes light and fluffy? The answer? Eggs. But what if you can’t eat eggs? What’s the best way to replace them…
Two-Ingredient Mango Nice Cream.
Cool and creamy, this mango nice cream is the perfect treat on a hot summer day! Dairy free, vegan, and so good for you! It’s so fun to make ice cream in the summer, isn’t it? We love to make our own dairy free ice cream – cookies and cream ice cream is the favorite…
The Easiest Refrigerator Dill Pickles.
Learn how to make the easiest refrigerator dill pickles! These are garlicky, salty, and crisp, and are the perfect addition to a picnic. Dill pickles are one of my favorite things to have on hand. I love the salty, cold, garlicky, crisp crunch of a refrigerator dill. In the summer, we love to make refrigerator…
Vegan Chocolate Zucchini Muffins.
Vegan chocolate zucchini muffins are light and fluffy, and so decadent with chocolate chunks on top. These are a wonderful breakfast or dessert to try this summer! Zucchini…can you ever have too much of a good thing? Well, if you have a garden, once you get to a certain point in the summer, you might…
Easy Vegan Gluten Free Banana Bread.
This vegan gluten free banana bread is moist, delicious, and perfect for breakfast or a snack. Using very overripe bananas give this bread a wonderful, rich flavor. Banana bread…it’s the perfect thing to bake when you’re in the mood for something warm and cozy and homemade. A loaf of vegan gluten free banana bread fills…
Gluten Free Cookie Dough Bites (Dairy Free, Vegan).
These gluten free cookie dough bites are so simple to make, and even easier to eat! Keep them in the freezer for a chilly treat that’s so delicious! Is there ever a wrong time for chocolate chip cookies? Since chocolate chip cookies are my absolute favorite, I would tend to say no. But when you’re…
Vegan Lentil Salad with Brown Rice.
This vegan lentil salad is a hearty summer recipe! Brown rice, carrots, tomatoes, and cilantro make this a fresh and colorful salad to serve at your next party. When the hot weather hits, do you tend toward cold dishes like salads? It’s nice to have cold salads in the refrigerator to eat for a quick…
Easy S’mores Ice Cream Pie.
An easy s’mores ice cream pie is a sweet ending for a summer barbecue! This version is gluten free, dairy free, and allergy friendly! Is there anything more summery than s’mores? How about a s’mores ice cream pie? My sons love s’mores and love ice cream, so I made a little s’mores ice cream pie…
Zoodles with Pesto (Dairy Free, Nut Free).
These zoodles with pesto make a perfect light and summery meal that’s dairy free and grain free! Perfect on its own or with grilled chicken or shrimp. Well, summer is officially here! Have you been tending your garden? Heading to the Farmer’s markets on the weekend? We’ve been enjoying lighter meals during the hot weather,…
The Easiest Green Smoothie Recipe.
This is the easiest green smoothie ever, and it’s so delicious. You can’t taste the spinach, so it’s perfect for those who are hesitant to add greens to their smoothies. What’s your opinion on green smoothies? Are they a regular part of your routine? Do you love them? Hate them? For a long time, I feared…
Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower (Vegan and Gluten Free).
This cheesy roasted cauliflower is full of delicious savory flavor. It’s the perfect vegan and gluten free side dish recipe that your family will love. Cauliflower seems to be one of those vegetables that you either love or hate. The people who love it will eat it in many different ways. Cauliflower rice, grilled cauliflower steaks,…
Dairy Free Berry Parfaits.
This recipe for dairy free berry parfaits is just right for a simple summer dessert! This is a delicious and easy sweet treat that’s allergy friendly, and sure to be a favorite! What kind of desserts do you crave in the hot summer months? Cookie dough ice cream? Popsicles? Maybe an ice cream pie? Or…
Chocolate Overnight Oats with Cherries.
Start your day with an easy breakfast recipe – these chocolate overnight oats with fresh cherries are healthy and delicious! Gluten free, dairy free, and loved by kids and adults, this is the perfect simple breakfast for when you’re on the go. We all have crazy mornings…the kind where you are running late, can’t find…
The Best Classic Vegan Potato Salad.
Classic, creamy, and delicious, this vegan potato salad is a must for your summer picnics and parties! A flavorful dressing, dill pickles, and crunchy celery and onion make this recipe a favorite. One of my favorite things about summer is a casual get-together with friends or family. A sunny day, something tasty on the grill,…
Blackberry Crumble Bars (Gluten Free, Vegan).
These blackberry crumble bars are a perfect way to use summer berries! The buttery, crunchy oat topping is just irresistible! These delectable bars are gluten free and vegan. It’s summer time, and that means it’s time to break out all the berry recipes! Strawberry shortcake, blueberry ice cream, and these amazing blackberry crumble bars. This…
Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding (Dairy Free, Vegan).
Need a healthy way to satisfy your chocolate craving? Try chocolate chia seed pudding! It’s a delicious dairy free dessert with some great health benefits. Would you like to find a dessert-like breakfast that’s also healthy? Of course you would, right? But generally, dessert isn’t the best way to start the day. However, this chocolate…
Watermelon Strawberry Fruit Popsicles.
Fruit popsicles don’t get any easier or tastier than these watermelon strawberry popsicles! A healthy summer dessert recipe that kids and adults love! Is there anything better than an ice cold popsicle on a summer day? These whole fruit popsicles are so refreshing, and they are beautiful, too! The berries and watermelon make a…
How to Make a Flax Egg for Vegan Baking.
A simple flax egg is a great substitute for vegan baking. You just need two ingredients to make this very easy and versatile egg replacer. If you’re new to vegan baking, you may wonder what to use in place of eggs in your dessert recipes. There is a simple recipe that works well in…
Seasoned Crunchy Chickpeas (Gluten Free, Vegan).
Seasoned crunchy chickpeas are a tasty vegan and gluten free snack that packs a lot of fiber and protein! You’ll love how crispy these get – they are addictive! When you have a nut allergy, it can eliminate a lot of snack options. If you used to snack on nuts, you might miss that crunch,…
Frozen Chocolate Banana Bites.
Frozen chocolate banana bites are topped with sunbutter, chocolate, and a sprinkle of sea salt for an easy, healthy, frozen treat. These are a great way to keep cool in the summertime! I know frozen chocolate banana bites aren’t exactly a new invention. I’ve seen chocolate covered bananas in stores, at ice cream shops, and…
