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Chocolate Quinoa Bites

Chocolate Quinoa Bites

If you’re looking for a delicious, healthier treat that's easy to make, these chocolate quinoa bites may just be what you're looking for. Not only are they satisfyingly crunchy, but also made with healthier ingredients, making them the perfect go-to for a quick energy boost or when you're craving a chocolate fix. What is puffed quinoa? Puffed quinoa (or quinoa pops) are puffed or popped quinoa grains, similar to puffed rice or puffed corn, created by heating the quinoa seeds until they expand and "pop." This gives them a light, crispy texture and makes them a great addition to snacks, cereals, and granola bars. They are popular as a nutritious snack or topping because quinoa is rich in protein, fibre, [...]

Nadia2024-11-06T17:44:40+01:00November 6, 2024|Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Paleo, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Date Caramels Recipe

Date Caramels Recipe

Easy to make, chewy and naturally sweet - this date caramels recipe is made using fudgy dates and creamy tahini. Unlike traditional caramels, which are usually made by cooking sugar, butter, and cream until they caramelise, these date caramels rely on the natural sweetness of dates as well as the richness of tahini to achieve a similar, though healthier, result. I'm revisiting old recipes on my blog that I've completely forgotten about. This date caramels recipe is based on these chocolate covered salted caramel 'fudge' that I shared back in 2018 (how was that 6 years ago?!). I make a lot of very easy, very few ingredient recipes, but this is easily one of the simplest I've ever created. [...]

Nadia2024-10-28T18:41:43+01:00October 28, 2024|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Paleo, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|2 Comments

Flourless Chocolate Chip Cookies

Flourless Chocolate Chip Cookies

Amazing tasting chocolate chip cookies that are gluten free, dairy free, vegan and contain no refined sugars? Yes, such a thing does exist! What makes this healthy chocolate chip cookie recipe even better is that it's so easy and only consists of a handful of ingredients.

Nadia2023-11-05T15:17:31+01:00September 16, 2022|Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Maple Syrup, Paleo, Sugar Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|26 Comments

Anti-inflammatory Golden Turmeric Milk

Anti-inflammatory Golden Turmeric Milk

Anti-inflammatory Golden Turmeric Milk As some of you may already know, I've been suffering with eczema, IBS, anxiety and low mood for many years (click here to find out more). My immune system seems to be very active and so I have a lot of inflammation in my body. Chronic inflammation is bad news as it's the precursor to many chronic diseases, which is worrying, so I try to eat as many anti-inflammatory foods as possible. Turmeric being one of them. Turmeric is said to be one of the best natural anti-inflammatory agents out there, definitely something to include in the diet, especially if you have any kind of auto-immune conditions and allergies. When it comes to making anti-inflammatory golden turmeric milk, there [...]

Nadia2017-07-25T19:28:33+01:00July 25, 2017|Dairy Free, Drinks, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Paleo, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|10 Comments

Raw Salted Caramel Brownies

Raw Salted Caramel Brownies

Raw Salted Caramel Brownies A treat to satisfy your chocolate cravings without any processed sugar, processed oils or any other nasty added ingredients. I'm a huge fan of energy/bliss balls - basically any snack made out of dates and nuts. They make a great snack because they're high in fibre, good fats and they're sweet without the need to add any kind of processed refined sugars. Nothing beats whole dates as a form of sweetener, not even the sugar-free varieties, which we are yet to find out their long-term effects as they're relatively new to our diets. Instead of blending dates and nuts and shaping them into balls, I added in some cocoa powder into the mix and pressed the mixture into [...]

Nadia2022-08-05T11:34:52+01:00April 13, 2017|Bars, Breakfasts, Brownies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Paleo, Raw, snack, Sugar Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|8 Comments

Sesame Caramel Bars (Video) Raw/Vegan/Gluten-free

Sesame Caramel Bars (Video) Raw/Vegan/Gluten-free

These sesame caramel bars make an excellent alternative to your average chocolate bar that not only are free from all the harmful ingredients, but actually contain ingredients that are beneficial for you! Who can say no to a treat that's also good for you!

Nadia2024-05-16T13:39:44+01:00August 29, 2016|Bars, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Paleo, Raw, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|17 Comments

Middle Eastern Inspired Almond Milks – Halva & Turkish Delight

Middle Eastern Inspired Almond Milks – Halva & Turkish Delight

Middle Eastern Inspired Almond Milks - Halva & Turkish Delight Both these desserts, halva and turkish delight, have a special place in my heart. I grew up loving, but rarely eating either of them. We only had treats like this when visiting relatives or at special occasions. Not too long ago I made another 'halva' recipe - my Halva overnight oats. As you can probably tell I'm OBSESSED with tahini and tahini flavoured goodies! The Turkish delight we used to get in Iraq was usually pink, with a hint of rose flavour and crunchy pistachios in the middle. I love using funky flavoured milks to pour over my granola (like this and this), chocolate or hazelnut milk is usually my faves but I [...]

Nadia2024-05-16T15:16:17+01:00April 8, 2016|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Drinks, Gluten Free, Paleo, Raw, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|10 Comments

No-bake Cherry Bakewell Tart

No-bake Cherry Bakewell Tart

No-bake Cherry Bakewell Tart - Like the traditional recipe, but made much healthier! Vegan, gluten free and almost raw

Nadia2022-08-05T11:34:58+01:00January 18, 2016|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Paleo, Raw, Sugar Free, Sweet Snacks, Tarts/Pies, Vegetarian, Video|17 Comments

Mango Banana and Coconut Smoothie

Mango Banana and Coconut Smoothie

Sometimes all you need to lift your mood and energy is a nice, cold and refreshing smoothie! And what's more refreshing than a tropical mango banana and coconut smoothie?Even the colour is bright and cheerful! Naturally sweet from the mango and banana with a hint of coconut.

Nadia2022-08-05T11:35:02+01:00August 9, 2015|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Drinks, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Paleo, Raw, Smoothie, Smoothies, snack, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|19 Comments

Chocolate, Almond and Baobab Nicecream

Chocolate, Almond and Baobab Nicecream

Banana ice cream is by far the best, tastiest and healthiest way to cool down on a hot summer's day, in my opinion. It's so quick to make, given that you have bananas in your freezer which I make sure I always do during summer in anticipation for such scorching days, and it's so creamy and delicious without any guilt whatsoever!