Looking for a unique vegan and gluten free treat? These Crispy Lentil Energy Bites is the recipe for you! Lentils are crisped up in the oven giving these bites a one-of-a-kind flavour. Today’s recipe for Crispy Lentil Energy Bites have a very special inspiration: a contest! I enjoy a good challenge and this one from Canadian…
Snacks / Desserts
Double Chocolate Hazelnut Torte – Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo
This Double Chocolate Hazelnut Torte is a total winner in the taste department. It is also Vegan, gluten free AND paleo friendly so ALL diets can enjoy this one. This one’s for the chocoholics and I know you’re out there. 🙂 With a name like Double Chocolate Hazelnut Torte there’s no doubt this recipe delivers on…
Detox Green Smoothie – Vegan, Gluten Free, Banana Free
Drinking a smoothie a day keeps the doctor away! This Detox Green Smoothie is a fresh, banana free option that is bursting with vitamins and minerals. Whenever the New Year hits, I am always looking to reset and refocus. A great way to do this is to really clean up the eats and fill my…
Minted Grapefruit Juice
This Minted Grapefruit Juice is a refreshing and energizing drink with tons of immune boosting vitamin C and powerful antioxidants. Juice, juice, juice! If you haven’t noticed I am still loving my juicer. I would definitely say it was worth the investment. I start almost every morning with this carrot and orange juice and…
Tahini Cookies – Gluten Free
Tahini is a smooth butter made from sesame seeds and it is the star of these gluten free Tahini Cookies. Light and puffy, this recipe makes a big batch perfect for sharing. Recently, I found myself wondering what I could do with a 1/4 jar of tahini. One can only eat so much hummus! …
Classic Hummus
Always a hit, this Classic Hummus will become a staple in your kitchen. Perfect for dipping or using as a spread for pitas or sandwiches. Gluten Free & Vegan! Veggies are just veggies unless you have something tasty to dip them in. Skip the chemical laden, fat-filled dips and whip yourself up some protein packed…
Toasted Cashew Coconut Bars – Vegan, Gluten Free, Grain Free
These Toasted Cashew Coconut Bars are sweetened with dates and are free of any processed sugar, but trust me you won’t miss any of that toothsome taste. Friendly for vegan, gluten free and paleo diets! Toasted Cashew Coconut Bars Whole 30, Day 16. I’m in the home stretch and, like always, I need treats to fuel…
Hemp Seed Energy Balls – Gluten Free
These Hemp Seed Energy Balls are a healthy, gluten free snack featuring hemp seeds & sweetened with local honey. Swap in maple syrup to make this recipe vegan! One of my favourite sources of energy is hemp seeds. They are not only super nutritious by being packed with protein and healthy fats; they also taste…
Sugar Free + Grain Free Granola
This Sugar Free + Grain Free Granola is a totally satisfying, crunchy snack. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and packed with a cornucopia of nuts and seeds. Gluten Free! By the end of day three of my detox, I was really bored with snacking on almonds. There needed to be an alternative and did I…
Coconut Oil Popcorn
A healthy and inexpensive treat, this Coconut Oil Popcorn recipe will become your go-to snack. So easy to make and customize to your taste buds. Gluten Free + Vegan! One of my favourite snacks lately is Coconut Oil Popcorn. I make it right on my stove top and in less than five minutes we are…
Thumbprint Cookies – Vegan & Gluten Free
Soft, buttery and not super sweet, these Vegan & Gluten Free Thumbprint Cookies are just the ticket this holiday season. Even Grandma would approve! VEGAN & GLUTEN FREE THUMBPRINT COOKIES Nothing says the holidays like thumbprint cookies. Those perfect little mouthfuls of sweet, jammy goodness. No cookie platter is complete without thumbprint cookies. Well, I…
How to: Peel & Roast Hazelnuts (Two Methods)
Have you wondered how to roast hazelnuts, or even do you need to roast hazelnuts? Learning How to Peel & Roast Hazelnuts using one of these two methods (one is from Julia Child!) brings them to the next level. OK. So. How do you cook raw hazelnuts. When I visited Tofino , I bought the cookbook…
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Nothing says classic like Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies! This delicious cookie recipe uses sprouted grain flour and is naturally sweetened with maple syrup. The perfect snack with an icy cold glass of milk. I’ve shared another oatmeal cookie recipe back in the early days of the Honour System that was a gluten free, flourless variety….
How To: Make Dried Cranberries
Put learning How to Make Dried Cranberries on your to do list! Making your own allows you to control the type type of sweetener you use and how much of it. No dehydrator needed! A healthier option to use in your holiday baking or in trail mix. I was looking to make my own trail mix…