This tasty vegan pizza from Gianna Simone features a hearty gluten-free crust made with amaranth and quinoa (or buckwheat) flours. The mouthwatering recipe is easy to customize: You can shape the crust into a heart for a lovable twist, or go with the classic pie shape, and top it with bell peppers, umami-rich mushrooms, tangy […]
Looking for a new favorite special-occasion dessert? This showstopping layer cake is well worth the effort, with pineapple in both the base and the frosting bringing tropical flair. Naturally sweetened with ripe banana (some in chunks, some blended into the batter) and maple syrup, the light and fruity layers are topped with luscious sweet potato–cashew […]
If you’ve never tried the magical combination of dates, chocolate, and peanut butter, you’re in for a treat! Dreamed up by Plantiful Kiki blogger Kiki Nelson, these quick, chewy chocolate date bites deliver that classic candy-bar flavor with just three wholesome ingredients. These make great gifts and are even better chilled, as they achieve a […]
Packed with oats, cocoa powder, and toasted quinoa for added crunch, and sweetened with dates, applesauce, and a little maple syrup, these nourishing chocolate oat energy bars are low in fat, with 5 grams each of fiber and protein per bar. A final drizzle of melted vegan dark chocolate seals the deal! Aside from toasting […]
This rich, moist treat “bakes” to perfection right in your slow cooker. Made with naturally sweet dates and a combination of almond and whole wheat pastry flours, it features a fudgy chocolatey base that’s as satisfying as it is simple. Serve this scrumptious slow cooker fudge cake with fresh berries and/or banana slices for a […]
These naturally sweet, no-bake strawberry bliss bites are a fun and wholesome treat—perfect for lunchboxes, post-workout snacks, or a fruity dessert. Made with creamy cashews, ripe bananas, and rolled oats, they come together quickly in a food processor, and the coating made from crushed freeze-dried strawberries tastes fantastic! They are best eaten the day they […]
These delicious whoopie pies are a healthy twist on Maine’s classic dessert and are ideal for a special occasion. Cherry-almond cookies sandwich a bright and fluffy berry cream filling. Aquafaba (liquid from a can of chickpeas) whips up into a frothy cream, while freeze-dried mixed berries add tang. Note: You’ll want to serve these within […]
These impressive vegan lemon cheesecake bars are perfect for making ahead and serving on a special occasion, such as Mother’s Day or Valentine’s Day. The date-sweetened crust includes sunflower butter for richness, while the creamy, lemon-infused filling features cashews and white sweet potato. A fresh blueberry sauce finishes the dessert. To ensure clearly defined layers, […]
This silky smooth vegan chocolate sauce from Chef Bai (aka Bailey Ruskus) has a rich chocolate flavor thanks to cacao powder, homemade almond milk, and pure maple syrup to sweeten. “For a long time, breaking up with dairy meant breaking up with milk chocolate,” Chef Bai writes in her new cookbook, Breaking Up with Dairy. […]
This recipe is excerpted from Sweet Potato Soul Vegan Vibes by Jenné Claiborne. Check out our interview with Claiborne to learn more about the book! Looking for a sweet, heart-healthy treat for a loved one, Galentine, or yourself this Valentine’s Day (or any day)? This rosy granola is just the thing. Rose shines brightest when […]
This spectacular vegan chocolate ganache tart is perfect for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any celebration table. Chocolate ganache, traditionally made with heavy cream and melted chocolate, can really weigh you down. This healthier version uses cocoa powder, a modest amount of vegan chocolate chips, and plant-based milk to create a dark chocolaty filling […]
Perfect for special occasions, these vegan meringue-topped chocolate mint kiss cookies won’t last long. Your guests will never guess the secret ingredient: canned chickpeas! The dense, chocolaty cookie, which includes blended chickpeas, date paste, cocoa powder, and vegan chocolate chips, is delicious all on its own. Cacao nibs are stirred into the batter, deepening the […]
