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Karak Chai

Karak Chai

If you're a tea fan, I can guarantee that this Karak Chai recipe will be your new favourite way to prepare your daily cuppa! Brewed slowly to create a rich, strong and sweet tea with aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon and cloves. What is Karak Chai? The roots of Karak Chai trace back to South Asia, where “chai” (tea) has been a daily staple for centuries. The word “karak” meaning strong, referring to its bold flavour and concentrated brew. It was brought to the Gulf region by Indian laborers during the mid-20th century, where it quickly found a new identity. Over time, Gulf locals embraced and adapted it - giving birth to a uniquely Middle Eastern version that combines the [...]

Nadia2025-10-15T15:48:15+01:00October 15, 2025|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Drinks, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies

Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies

If you're looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious breakfast you can enjoy on the go, these banana oat breakfast cookies are the perfect solution. Made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, hearty oats and tahini, these nutritious cookies are naturally sweet, full of fibre, and easy to customise with your favourite mix-ins. Unlike sugary cereals or processed pastries, these banana oat breakfast cookies provide lasting energy to fuel your morning - whether you’re heading to work, school, or the gym. Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies: A Healthy Start to Your Day When mornings get busy, breakfast often becomes an afterthought. Grabbing something quick doesn’t always mean grabbing something healthy - but banana oat breakfast cookies are here to change that. [...]

Nadia2025-11-11T13:38:38+01:00August 23, 2025|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, snack, Vegetarian|6 Comments

Breakfast Bars Recipe

Breakfast Bars Recipe

A soft oaty bake filled with raspberry goodness - this breakfast bars recipe make a great on-the-go breakfast or handy snack. They taste like a treat, but are much better for you than your average shop bought snack bar. I shared a recipe for these blueberry soft baked bars a couple of years ago and have made them so many times since. Each time I make them I'll use a different type of filling. I've tried everything from nut butters, other fruit jams and chocolate spreads. It was about time I shared another version of one of my favourite homemade baked snacks. Why I love making this breakfast bars recipe: I love a good grab-and-go-snack when I'm feeling a little peckish [...]

Nadia2026-04-20T16:37:00+01:00January 31, 2025|Bars, Breakfast bars, Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Blueberry Oat Bars

Blueberry Oat Bars

These blueberry oat bars are perfect to have in the fridge for super busy weeks. You know, for days when you have no time in the morning for a sit down breakfast or even enough time to prepare anything to take with you as you rush out the door. Packed with antioxidants from the blueberries as well as fibre and slow releasing energy from the oats. Lemon and blueberries is just the most refreshing and zingy combination. I absolutely love fruity treats and these blueberry oat bars just hit the spot. They’re sweet enough to curb those sweet cravings many of us experience first thing in the morning, but not too sweet that you feel like you’re having dessert for [...]

Nadia2025-02-04T14:55:15+01:00December 28, 2024|Bars, Breakfast bars, Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|21 Comments

Easy Chocolate Tahini Recipe

Easy Chocolate Tahini Recipe

If you’re a fan of chocolate spreads and the nutty flavour of sesame, then you'll love this easy chocolate tahini recipe. This silky, rich spread is perfect for serving with pancakes, slathering on toast, or sneaking spoonfuls straight from the jar. Best of all, it’s healthier than many store-bought alternatives, with minimal ingredients and no preservatives! Store-bought chocolate spreads often come with added oils, emulsifiers, and excessive sugar. By making your own chocolate spread at home, like this easy chocolate tahini recipe, you get to control the ingredients and flavours, ensuring a healthier and tastier product. Tahini, is packed with nutrients like calcium, magnesium, and healthy fats. Adding chocolate to it not only creates a treat that satisfies your sweet [...]

Nadia2024-11-28T17:56:12+01:00November 28, 2024|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Raw, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|7 Comments

Healthy Blueberry Muffins

Healthy Blueberry Muffins

These healthy blueberry muffins make a great breakfast on-the-go option for busy mornings, a handy portable snack or lighter post meal dessert. They're made using better-for-you ingredients, but still taste delicious! When it comes to breakfast or snack options, blueberry muffins are a classic. But many store-bought versions are loaded with sugar and unhealthy fats, leaving you with a delicious yet less-than-healthy treat. The good news is that with a few simple tweaks, you can transform blueberry muffins into a wholesome, nutrient-packed snack that still satisfies your sweet tooth. Why I love making these healthy blueberry muffins: By making a few simple ingredient swaps, these healthy blueberry muffins become much more nutritious than the typical sugar-laden varieties. Instead of plain [...]

Nadia2024-10-24T17:20:33+01:00October 24, 2024|Breakfasts, Desserts, Gluten Free, Muffins, snack, Vegetarian|1 Comment

Tahini Chocolate Balls

Tahini Chocolate Balls

Looking for a snack that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrition? Enter tahini chocolate balls - a delightful blend of rich, chocolatey goodness and the creamy nuttiness of tahini, all wrapped into bite-sized, nutrient-dense treats. These little power balls are perfect for busy mornings, post-workout recovery, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Why I love making these tahini chocolate balls: It's no secret that I'm a huge tahini fan and I'm constantly trying to find new ways to include it in recipes. Especially desserts as I think tahini is such a versatile ingredient to include in healthy treats. I also find it goes exceptionally well with chocolate - my other food love! So I threw them together with a few [...]

Nadia2024-09-25T17:18:31+01:00September 25, 2024|Breakfasts, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|39 Comments

Scrambled Oats Recipe

Scrambled Oats Recipe

If you're bored of your morning bowl of porridge or plate of scrambled eggs, why not mix the two together and try making this scrambled oats recipe. You get the best of both worlds - the taste of your sweet bowl of porridge oats with the texture of scrambled eggs. A hearty and satisfying breakfast that's ready in minutes. I only recently came across the concept of "Scrambled oats". It's a creative twist on traditional oatmeal/porridge, blending the consistency of scrambled eggs with the hearty texture of oats. It's a dish where oats are cooked in a way that makes them resemble scrambled eggs in texture. Why I love making this scrambled oats recipe: I'm usually a sweet breakfast kind [...]

Nadia2024-08-31T16:15:32+01:00August 30, 2024|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Oatmeal, Porridge, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Coconut Overnight Oats (High Protein/No Protein Powder)

Coconut Overnight Oats (High Protein/No Protein Powder)

These coconut overnight oats taste like a chocolate coconut macaroon in breakfast form. Even better is that they're nourishing and only made with a handful of ingredients. I've used ingredients that will naturally pack them with 23g protein without adding any protein powder. The perfect healthy, tasty and balanced breakfast to get you through busy mornings. If you're a fan of coconut macaroons or chocolate bounty bars, I can guarantee that you'll enjoy these coconut overnight oats. I especially love coconut macaroons that have been dipped in dark chocolate. Coconut is one of the many flavours that I think go really well with chocolate. The fruity, milky, and slightly sweet taste of desiccated coconut marries so well with the rich [...]

Nadia2024-08-27T17:23:51+01:00August 27, 2024|Breakfasts, Gluten Free, Oatmeal, Overnight Oats, Protein recipes, Vegetarian|6 Comments

Chocolate Chip Baked Oats

Chocolate Chip Baked Oats

Make these chocolate chip baked oats the next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast meal prep idea that you can make ahead of time to enjoy on busy weeks. They're warm and gooey, but also healthy and nutritious. You'll feel like you're having (healthy) cake for breakfast! Baked oats (aka baked oatmeal) has become such a popular breakfast with everyone sharing their favourite flavour combinations on social media. I've noticed especially over the last few months, so many baked oats Reels have gone viral on Instagram and TikTok. I thought it was about time I share my basic chocolate chip baked oats recipe, which is based on my all time favourite chocolate baked oats that I've been [...]