There are certain times when your body craves sweet foods. No matter how hard we try to fight it by eating healthier alternatives, we just can’t shift that craving. Our Oestrogen levels are through the roof and our body simply craves sugar. Instead of constantly trying to fight that craving, if you succumb to it and eat what you fancy, the craving goes away. As a result, you stop walking back and forth to your fridge or cupboards in the hope…
Vegan friendly chocolate. There seems to be a misconception that when you turn vegan you suddenly stop eating chocolate; this is not the case. There are many brands of chocolate offering dairy free options which don’t have to come from the “free from” section. If you like dark chocolate then you will find the transition easy. If you don’t enjoy dark chocolate it could take a while to make the transition however over time you will get used to the taste and start…
Cuppa Tea and a Biscuit anyone? I mean, who doesn’t love a cuppa tea and a biscuit?! I try to make transitioning into a plant based diet easy for everyone and I understand that not all of us have time to make our own alternatives. Making plant based biscuits by hand are definitely a healthier alternative to shop bought, but I know this isn’t convenient for everyone. As a result I have accumulated a bunch of photographs for you for some shop bought biscuits…
Raw vegan carrot cake cupcakes? Yaaaaaay !! So, I have made a couple of batches of these cupcakes to try and get the consistency more cakey, however I have come to the realisation that they’ll never quite be a cupcake consistency as they are raw of course, and carrot pulp is wet, therefore I’m working towards something that can not be achieved whilst keeping the taste on point. I’m sharing this recipe with you because for me they taste awesome,…
Hello Hello 🙂 I’ve been making batches of raw vegan carrot cake cupcakes recently because it is just what I fancied and sometimes I fancy something sweet but not chocolate? For the cream topping I used this recipe and it is so delicious and moreish! Cashew nuts are one of the most versatile wonder foods of a vegan diet and I absolutely love them. Cashew nuts have a softer texture than most nuts and a slightly sweet taste which make…
Raw Chocolate and Goji Berry Bar; tastes like a chewy chocolate bar but super healthy and of course all vegan!! Perfect for on the go snacking this bar provides you with healthy Fats, Protein and Carbs to keep you full and satisfied. Not only that but did you know that Goji Berries are high in Vitamin C, Vitamin A and a great source of Iron? It’s also a Complex Carb which means it is full of Fibre and won’t spoke…
Chocolate Energy Balls, small bites of sweetness to satisfy them cravings without the guilt. Perfect to pack in your bag when out and about, put them in a little container then they’re there when you want them. Great chocolate alternative, all vegan and great for kids too! Makes 12. Store in the fridge. INGREDIENTS: 1 Cup Pitted Dates 1 Cup Rolled Oats 1 Tbsp Raw Cacao 1 Tbsp Chia Seeds 1/2 Tbsp Cinnamon 1/4 Tbsp Nutmeg Desiccated Coconut (for coating)…
Ever get stuck for on the go snacks for work? I know I do, and I always want something sweet and that’s easily transferable! These cookies are just that. They’re not as sweet as the Sticky Chocolate Oat Cookies, but are a Simple Oat Cookie with a slight chocolatey taste to still keep you satisfied at times of need 🙂 They are ready in just 15 minutes and you can walk away and leave them whilst they’re in the oven and then when you get…