Lately I’m all about that chia pudding life! I go through phases of loving and avoiding chia seeds. Sometimes you get burnt out on them, you know? But with my sweet-tooth being the craziest it has ever been (hello nursing 24/7), I’ve fallen back in love with them. Chia seeds are insanely nutritious and filling….
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New Mommy Quick Meal Prep (Vegan & High Protein)
This recipe is sponsored by the Kroger Family of Stores. As a new mom, one that’s exclusively nursing too, I’ve come to find that free time does not exist. If I want to eat a decent meal it has to either be something I throw in the blender or prep ahead to reheat. Because you…
Almond Butter Cookie Dough Bites
Skip to recipe Easy No-Bake Holiday Dessert! Almond Butter Cookie Dough Bites, Vegan & Gluten-Free. Perfect Kid-Friendly Recipe Using Less Than 10 Ingredients. Getting in my dates the best way I know how. These almond butter cookie dough bites are everything I love most combined into one. They’re also pretty cute and would make a…
Vegan Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip
This recipe is sponsored by the Kroger Family of Stores. Skip to recipe Quick and easy holiday inspired gingerbread cheesecake dip! Gluten-free and vegan as always. Measure and toss everything into the blender and it’s ready in less than 5 minutes. With the holiday season upon us it felt vital to share the easiest dessert…
Buffalo Chickpea Salad Cucumber Bites
Sticking with my no-cook theme of fresh bites perfect for the summer heat. These buffalo chickpea salad cucumber bites are so refreshing! Topped with a drizzle of vegan ranch, I make my own, and some chopped roasted pistachios for added flavor and crunch. The beauty of making this buffalo salad is the versatility. You can…
No-Bake Vegan Chocolate Almond Coconut Bars
I’m living for the no-bake treats right now. Summer time is hot enough without having to blast the oven for baked desserts. But now you can make a cake like sweet without any cooking and sit down to eat it in less than 30 minutes start to finish! A word of caution though, these taste…
No-Bake Raw Vegan Carrot Cake Bites
I can assure you this is no joke – raw vegan carrot cake bites are a thing. Topped with a cashew cream cheese frosting and fresh nutmeg. The fastest way to cake-like bites without any baking required! Made in as little as 30 minutes, only requiring a food processor. Completely refined sugar-free you can feel…
Vegan Red Velvet Cake Freezer Fudge
Chocolate is true love, right? Treating myself right with something sweet to kick off this month! This freezer fudge is totally reminiscent of a throwback recipe for a peanut butter cup freezer fudge I shared many moons ago. I’m excited to change it up with this red velvet cake version, complete with cream cheese icing….
Vegan 7-Layer Taco Salad Dip Cups
Who’s ready to party?! Whether it’s the Super Bowl or a backyard BBQ, these taco salad 7-layer dip cups are essential. I also showed an example of making this into a single large dish. Feel free to make individual servings or one large layered dip to save time. Huge shoutout to Kroger for sponsoring this…
Jicama Salad + Creamy Citrus Dressing (11-Ingredients!)
Keeping it light and refreshing with this jicama salad. Super simple to make with only 11 ingredients and delicious paired with roasted salsa. You can also eat this on tacos or burrito bowls! I’ve also included a creamy oil-free citrus tahini dressing to drizzle on top. Which can of course be used on other salads…
Tropical Mango Smoothie Chia Pudding Parfaits
It wouldn’t be customary to start a New Year without sharing a green smoothie right? This chia pudding parfait combines with my favorite topical green mango smoothie I shared forever ago. But with a spin on it, I used pineapple juice in place of coconut water. You could also use orange juice if you’d like…
Instant No-Cook Vegan Meals On-The-Go (5 Ways!)
In the past I’ve shared no-bake options, but today it’s all about no-cook meals. Made with only the simplest of prepping items that can all be found at your local Kroger or Fred Meyers grocery store. This is perfect for college students, busy parents or even back-to-school kiddos. Of course I’m sure they’re not allowed…
No-Bake Peach Cobbler Chia Pudding Parfaits
Confession time: I can’t get enough of the peaches. I had to get in one more peach focused recipe before the summer ended. I thought it would be fun to share a combo of elements I love. Chia pudding, date crumble and spiced peaches. Layering everything and making these pretty cute, yet insanely delicious parfaits….
Peaches n’ Greens Smoothie Bowls (7 Ingredients!)
When the heat picks up that can only mean one thing, peaches are in season! Aside from watermelon, peaches are my absolute favorite fruit this time of year. They’re exceptionally juicy here in Texas, maybe I’m biased. But all the farmers markets offer them up and each one is without a doubt delicious. I truly…
Easy Vegan Cheddar Cheese Sauce
In the past I shared a cheese sauce recipe that I do truly love. However, like most people, I’ve adjusted it over the years and revamped it into what it is today. Based on my own personal taste and dietary needs. The beauty is you can always adjust something like this to fit whatever needs…
Vegan Vanilla & Pear Custard Tarts For Two
They say April showers bring May flowers, hopefully you enjoy my rendition of these spring-inspired custard tarts instead. I never thought I would actually be sharing a recipe for these fancy looking tarts. In my mind I had an idea for this concept, really simple but elegant. Well elegant in comparison to what I usually make….
Rainbow Zoodle Spring Rolls + Almond Butter Dipping Sauce
It only took me a year and some change to shoot this recipe correctly, in all of it’s glory. I’ve been making rainbow spring rolls since way back when. Some, not so great looking – but my technique has greatly improved over the years. I always tweak the sauce as well. You can actually look…
4-Ingredient Ombré Mango Chia Popsicles
It might not be summer quite yet where you are, but it’s always a good time for popsicles. I wanted to experiment with my favorite Zola acai juice and coconut water. This is what I came up with! A super simple and easy to make popsicle that’s only 4 ingredients. All you need is a…
DIY Vegan Charcuterie Board
This really needs no introduction. A beautiful vegan spread of fruits, vegetables, crackers, dips and my favorite cashew cheese ball. Making a plant-based charcuterie board is easier than it looks, if you have a bit of time to prep ahead everything you want to include. I have to say this took me much longer than…
Low-Fat Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites
Trying to make cookies that are healthy, let me tell you how much of a challenge that truly is. So instead I made a version that’s no-bake but still just as satisfying. Everyone that reads my blog knows I have a serious sweet-tooth. If I could, I’d eat chocolate all day. Covered in peanut butter….
Bob’s Red Mill No-Bake Protein Bites
This time of year brings on a surge of no-bake snacks so parents have a quick option to fuel their kiddos throughout the summer months. I get tons of requests to share more snack recipes, which usually require very few ingredients and no cooking needed. These little bites are a deliciously sweet way to have…
Oil-Free Black Bean Hummus
Kicking off the first of many recipes that will lead up to the Tex Mex Meal Plan I’ve been working on this month. I’ve received an overwhelming demand to share a new plan, similar to my $25 challenge plan I posted back in 2013. It was time for a much needed update and a different…
No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Bites
Oddly enough, I started testing this recipe as a cream pie but I wanted to share a raw crust recipe and without the coconut cream topping, it made no sense. Also, peanut butter + coconut milk creates a velvety smooth texture and doesn’t freeze completely solid, which I learned all about when making ice cream….
4 Easy Kid-Friendly No-Bake Snacks
Now that the kiddos are back in school, you’ve most likely got some free time. Or, if you’re like me and don’t have children you’re probably thinking this post doesn’t apply to you. BUT I’m here to let you know it does, why you ask? Because who doesn’t want fun and easy snacks that require…
