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Protein Mango Coconut Chia Pudding

Protein Mango Coconut Chia Pudding

A delicious breakfast that's packed with protein. This protein mango coconut chia pudding is great to prepare ahead of time for a fuss-free breakfast that you can also take with you on-the-go on busy mornings. Chia pudding is such a versatile breakfast. You can customise it with various ingredients like fruits, nuts, seeds, spices, sweeteners, and flavourings to suit your taste preferences. The flavour combination possibilities are endless, meaning you can make a different variation every day without getting bored of it. My current favourite flavour combination for breakfast is mango and coconut. Even though we'll shortly be heading into winter and the cold weather is slowly creeping in, I'm still craving cold, refreshing and vibrant breakfasts. If anything they [...]

Nadia2023-10-20T14:29:54+01:00October 20, 2023|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Overnight Oats, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian|13 Comments

4-Ingredient Sunflower Seed Chocolate Bites

4-Ingredient Sunflower Seed Chocolate Bites

If you're looking for an easy crunchy snack that's also good for you, try these 4-ingredient sunflower seed chocolate bites. All you need is sunflower seeds, maple syrup, salt and dark chocolate! These 4-ingredient sunflower seed chocolate bites were inspired by these crunchy nut & seed rounds that I made a few months ago. They went down a treat on Instagram, so I thought why not make an even simpler version without nuts (for those with nut allergies). I also dipped them in chocolate (because why not!), but of course you can omit for a lower calorie version. Like many of my recipes, this recipe is flexible - you can use other seeds (like sesame or pumpkin seeds), or you [...]

Nadia2023-10-18T11:27:16+01:00October 18, 2023|Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|35 Comments

Vegan Raspberry Bounty Bars

Vegan Raspberry Bounty Bars

A creamy coconutty bar with a layer of raspberry jam all dipped in chocolate - these vegan raspberry bounty bars are like little bites of heaven! I'm sure most of you will know what a bounty bar is, but just in case you've never heard of or tried one before, bounty bars are a popular coconut-filled chocolate bar. They are known for their distinctive combination of sweet, moist, and chewy coconut filling coated with a layer of milk or dark chocolate. What makes these vegan raspberry bounty bars special?: My take on the traditional bounty bar is one with less sugar, no dairy and I coated them in good quality dark chocolate for a hit of antioxidants. I also added [...]

Nadia2023-10-04T17:31:14+01:00October 4, 2023|Bars, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|19 Comments

Vegan Strawberry Chocolate Protein Cupcakes

Vegan Strawberry Chocolate Protein Cupcakes

These vegan strawberry chocolate protein cupcakes are super delicious topped with a simple 3-ingredient protein chocolate frosting. They’re easy, made with healthier ingredients and packed with 15g protein per cupcake! Why I love making these vegan strawberry chocolate protein cupcakes: I love adding protein powder to my treats. It’s such an easy way to add extra goodness without compromising on taste or texture. The great thing about using flavoured protein powders is that they also add some sweetness, meaning you don’t need to use as much sugar as you would in a regular recipe. Not only are these cupcakes high in protein, they’re also lower in added sugar! I also love using finely ground oats instead of plain flour in [...]

Nadia2023-09-26T18:04:28+01:00September 26, 2023|Chocolate, Cupcakes, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|7 Comments

2-Ingredient Earl Grey Chocolate Mousse

2-Ingredient Earl Grey Chocolate Mousse

This easy 2-ingredient Earl Grey chocolate mousse is so rich, decadent and luxurious! A simple (and healthy!) dessert to enjoy after dinner when you're craving something sweet to end your meal. I love finding new ways to incorporate tea into desserts. Brewed tea is such a fun and easy to way to infuse a lot of aromas into a dish without using artificial flavours. I particularly love using tea (especially black tea varieties) to flavour desserts, like this one! Earl Grey and chocolate is a delightful combination of two distinct flavours: the bold, citrusy notes of Earl Grey tea and the rich, creamy taste of dark chocolate. This fusion creates a unique and sophisticated treat that appeals to both tea [...]

Nadia2023-09-25T17:24:32+01:00September 25, 2023|Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|9 Comments

Healthier Banoffee Pie

Healthier Banoffee Pie

This healthier banoffee pie is my take on the classic British dessert. Made with better for you ingredients and also happens to be vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free. Banoffee Pie is one of my favourite all time desserts. Crumbly biscuit base, rich caramel centre topped with sliced banana and fresh cream…what’s not to like? No one can resist a good slice of banoffee pie! The base of this healthier banoffee pie is made up of oats instead of plain flour, making it slightly better for you. I used a dairy-free butter alternative to help it hold together since we're not using eggs. The caramel part of a banoffee pie is typically made using condensed milk which is boiled in the can [...]

Nadia2023-09-12T14:51:24+01:00September 12, 2023|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Tarts/Pies, Vegan, Vegetarian|1 Comment

Sesame Pomegranate Chocolate Bark

Sesame Pomegranate Chocolate Bark

This sesame pomegranate chocolate bark is inspired by one of my childhood snacks from the Middle East - sesame brittle aka Simsemieh. It's deliciously crunchy and sweet whilst also being packed with healthy fats and antioxidants! Sesame seeds have long been cultivated in the Middle East and feature quite heavily in both sweet and savoury recipes. One of the most widely known ways of using sesame seeds (aka simsim in Arabic) is blended into tahini, which is basically sesame paste/butter. They have a rich, nutty flavour that works so well in desserts and sweet snacks. Its uses go way beyond tahini though as it's used heavily in desserts (like halva), savoury dishes (as a garnish), baked goods (a lot of [...]

Nadia2023-09-12T11:01:03+01:00September 8, 2023|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, snack, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|18 Comments

Tahini Date Freezer Cups

Tahini Date Freezer Cups

These tahini date freezer cups make a lovely snack or healthier chilled treat to enjoy after dinner on hot days. Best of all is you only need 5 ingredients to make them! I've probably said this about a million times before and I don't think I'll ever stop saying it - tahini and dates are the best dessert combination EVER! Even better when paired with cardamom. That flavour combination is one made in heaven! Every time I post a recipe that includes tahini I still get asked the question 'what is tahini?'. It surprises me because it seems to me that tahini is now everywhere. So many people on social media use it in both sweet and savoury recipes. It's [...]

Nadia2023-09-03T19:18:51+01:00September 3, 2023|Cupcakes, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|13 Comments

Viral Chocolate Date Bark

Viral Chocolate Date Bark

This viral chocolate date bark is one you will definitely want to try out. I made some tweaks inspired by my Middle Eastern upbringing and the results are insane! I'm not one to follow viral trends - I'm a firm believer in creating unique content. Otherwise we all end up creating exactly the same thing. Unfortunately that's the way social media is heading with the rise of TikTok and Instagram changing to compete with its rival. Gone are the days when social media rewarded unique, individual and creative ideas. Content creators are now being encouraged to copy each other so we end up creating exactly the same content, which is baffling to me. Having said all that, this is a [...]

Nadia2023-08-30T16:40:32+01:00August 23, 2023|Bars, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|2 Comments

Courgette Tofu Fritters (High Protein)

Courgette Tofu Fritters (High Protein)

These courgette tofu fritters make a great speedy dinner option, lunch or high protein snack. I usually serve them with roasted vegetables and a side of hummus (for even more protein and plant goodness!). I'm always looking for new, tasty and fun ways to use tofu. It's such a great plant-based protein option and can easily be flavoured with anything you like. It usually gets a bad rep for being boring, but when using the right flavourings (things like spices, garlic, fresh herbs, etc.) and enough of them, you can turn it into so many tasty and nutritious dishes. Tofu is a complete protein source, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its [...]