Raw Mango Cheesecake

Mini Raw Mango Cheesecakes - Vegan and Gluten-Free (Use cookie-cutters instead of cheesecake pans!)

Just before the holidays, my partner and I had some friends over for a BBQ dinner. I decided to make a mango-based dessert because they’re at their peak in Australia right now. And because it’s been so warm out (sorry Polar Vortex sufferers), a raw mango cheesecake seemed like the perfect treat. I’ve been a … Read more

Almost Raw Cookie Dough Balls

Almost Raw Cookie Dough Balls - Vegan and Gluten-Free

I’ve been making my Healthy Breakfast Cookies every week since moving into our new apartment. They’re healthy little bites of goodness – the perfect little snack to pack up when we’re on the go. But I’ve been using chocolate chips instead of raisins lately, and that little tweak inspired me to modify my Almost Raw … Read more

Almost Raw Coconut + Apricot Oat Balls

I’m not really someone who craves sweets, but last week, I got a craving that I just couldn’t shake. In particular, I was craving something coconut-y, but didn’t want to go to the effort of making macaroons or cookies. Ideally, it would be healthy and wouldn’t require turning on the oven. Thankfully, I had a … Read more

Macadamia Macaroons

Macadamia Macaroons

I really love the healthy truffles that I discovered a couple weeks ago but when I went to make them yesterday, I realized that I didn’t have enough walnuts, pecans, or almonds to make them. I did however have a lot of desiccated coconut and really felt like something “coconut-y”. Hmm – I wonder what … Read more

Everyday Healthy Truffles

Everyday Healthy Truffles - Vegan and Gluten-Free

These everyday healthy truffles are a sweet treat without the guilt. While I make some pretty awesome vegan truffles, they’re a little bit of a mess to put together and certainly not something you’d want to eat everyday. However, these little guys are full of healthy ingredients and they’re super easy to make. If you … Read more

Tropical Breakfast Quinoa & Oatmeal

Tropical Breakfast Quinoa & Oatmeal - Vegan & Gluten-Free

Vegan MoFo #15 – I had some leftover fresh pineapple from my Peanut Soba Noodles w/ Pineapple meal, so I decided to use it for breakfast today. I love having oatmeal for breakfast, but recently, I’ve been using half oatmeal and half quinoa flakes. The quinoa flakes are an excellent source of protein, but they’re a … Read more

Drunk Pineapple Coconut Tapioca Pudding

Drunk Pineapple Coconut Tapioca Pudding - Vegan & Gluten-Free

Continuing with my tropical theme this week, here’s a yummy tropical tapioca pudding recipe. I’ve named it “Drunk Pineapple Coconut Tapioca Pudding” because the pineapple is sautéed in dark rum. I especially like serving this after Indian or Thai food. The cool, creamy texture is refreshing after a spicy meal, and the tropical fruits compliments … Read more