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Vegan Caramel Magnum

Vegan Caramel Magnum

Vegan Caramel Magnum If this UK heat isn't a good excuse to make my own homemade version of Magnums, then I don't know what is! Not that I need an excuse to make any form of ice cream. I welcome ice cream any time of the year, but I definitely crave it a lot more when it's scorching hot. So hot that even having a fan facing me at all time doesn't really do much to stop the sweating. I posted a picture of these vegan caramel Magnums on my Instagram page yesterday as a teaser and I received such an amazing response, so I just had to post them ASAP. As someone commented "it would be rude not to [...]

Nadia2018-08-11T11:15:39+01:00August 7, 2018|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Ice Cream, Nut Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan|4 Comments

Blueberry Pear Chia Pudding

Blueberry Pear Chia Pudding

Blueberry Pear Chia Pudding Chia pudding is such a convenient and fuss free breakfast that you can prepare the night before and take with you to work or school the next morning. Chia seeds, blueberries and pears are all good sources for vitamin K. Put them all together in one bowl and you have a vitamin K powerhouse! Blueberry Pear Chia Pudding Serves - 2 Ingredients 90g frozen blueberries 3 tbsp chia seeds 160ml unsweetened almond or soya milk 2 tsp maple syrup – or to taste. You can omit for a sugar-free version. Optional - 1 scoop protein powder to make it more filling. Toppings 1 small pear, shredded 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds or pistachios 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds Method Add the blueberries [...]

Nadia2018-08-01T13:00:51+01:00July 27, 2018|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Overnight Oats, Smoothies, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan|5 Comments

Ice Cream Sandwiches 2 ways – Chocolate or Vanilla (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Ice Cream Sandwiches 2 ways – Chocolate or Vanilla (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Ice Cream Sandwiches 2 Ways - Chocolate or Vanilla (Vegan & Gluten-free) We've been really lucky in the UK the last couple of months in that we've had the most amazing weather. There's been so much sunshine we almost don't know what to do with ourselves. None of us is used to this much heat and sun! You'll find some making the most of it and enjoying every second of it, and others complaining about it. I have to say I was one of the latter. Don't get me wrong, I love the sunshine, it's the heat I can't stand. It makes me feel so sleepy, lethargic and irritable. Especially since moving into our new place. It seems our flat just draws [...]

Nadia2018-07-19T09:32:19+01:00July 18, 2018|Chocolate, Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Ice Cream, Sweet Snacks, Vegan|2 Comments

Strawberry Chocolate S’mores

Strawberry Chocolate S’mores

Strawberry Chocolate S'mores S'mores aren't really a thing here in the UK, but they really should be! Two crunchy biscuits (aka cookies) with a melted marshmallow and melted chocolate. I can't think of anything better :D I missed out on so many years of toasted marshmallow goodness. I really didn't know what I was missing out on until I tried one for the first time and I was hooked! Really puts the regular, un-toasted marshmallow to shame. And now you can get gelatine-free marshmallows too (yay!!). In celebration of the Royal Wedding, I've created a traditional American recipe with a British twist by adding in some chopped strawberries to give them a 'strawberries and cream' feel. Everyone is in agreement [...]

Nadia2018-05-19T16:06:26+01:00May 19, 2018|Chocolate, Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|4 Comments

Blueberry Scones (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Blueberry Scones (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Blueberry Scones (Vegan & Gluten-free) I've only made a scone recipe once before when I first started my blog and was fairly new to baking and recipe creating. I don't know why it's taken me so many years to finally make another one. It's not like scones are one of the most quintessential British bakes ever or anything like that! :P So I thought it was about time I went into my kitchen and made another scone recipe, but this time vegan, gluten-free and packed with blueberries! Because blueberries! I've teamed up with Seasonal Berries to demonstrate how versatile their Chilean blueberries can be and how you can incorporate them into sweet, delicious and moreish treats. Bursting with antioxidants, vitamins [...]

Nadia2018-05-18T18:46:21+01:00May 18, 2018|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|14 Comments

Cookie Dough Brownie Bars

Cookie Dough Brownie Bars

Cookie Dough Brownie Bars A few years ago and before embarking on my health journey, I never thought healthier desserts existed. How can you have a dessert that's also somewhat good for you? It just couldn't be done, unless it was mainly fruit. Now I know the word 'health' and 'healthy' have different definitions to different people depending on their stand point. Just to give an example, I've come across people who don't even consider fruit healthy and avoid them at all cost because they're 'too high in sugar'. That notion still baffles me. When I say 'healthier' treats I mean treats that are lower in sugar and saturated fat but at the same higher in things like fibre. Treats that contain more 'whole' ingredients [...]

Nadia2021-03-16T19:18:32+01:00April 22, 2018|Bars, Brownies, Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|18 Comments

4-Ingredient Salted Caramel Fudge (Vegan & Gluten-free)

4-Ingredient Salted Caramel Fudge (Vegan & Gluten-free)

4-Ingredient Salted Caramel Fudge Do you feel you overdosed on chocolate over the Easter holiday? No? Me neither, but can you really overdose on chocolate?? Well the answer is yes but it doesn't count during Easter :P Actually, I haven't had any Easter chocolate or any kind of Easter treats this year. I've been recipe developing meaning I had way too many of my own treats to work my way through that I didn't see the need to go out and buy an Easter egg and my family know not to get me treats for that exact same reason. Which worked out fine! It just means my chocolate cravings are as strong as ever, and that's why I'm posting this chocolate [...]

Nadia2019-03-23T19:46:07+01:00April 2, 2018|Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|27 Comments

Pistachio Cardamom Rose Loaf (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Pistachio Cardamom Rose Loaf (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Pistachio Cardamom Rose Loaf (Vegan & Gluten-free) A deliciously nutty pistachio loaf flavoured with aromatic cardamom and topped with a silky pink rose flavoured frosting. Decorated with chopped pistachios and pomegranate seeds to add a pretty pop of colour contrast. A couple of days ago I posted a pistachio cardamom thumbprint cookie recipe and it made me realise how much I love that flavour combination. As you may be able to tell this loaf is inspired by Middle Eastern flavours. Pistachios, cardamom, rose and pomegranate are all essential ingredients in Middle Eastern cooking and especially desserts. Think baklava meats Turkish delight. This is what this cake tastes like to me. And I'm a huge fan of both baklava AND Turkish delight! I absolutely love sweet, [...]

Nadia2019-09-04T11:18:42+01:00March 10, 2018|Cakes, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|28 Comments

Blueberry White Chocolate Macadamia Blondies (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Blueberry White Chocolate Macadamia Blondies (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Blueberry White Chocolate Macadamia Blondies (Vegan & Gluten-free) Brownies are usually my go to dessert of choice. I've made and eaten my fair share of all kinds of different types of brownies. What I've neglected in the process are blondies - brownie's younger and underrated sibling. Just as dense, moist and moreish as brownies, but flavoured with vanilla instead of cocoa and white chocolate instead of dark chocolate. I have created a chickpea blondie recipe in the past, but it has been literally years since I made a blondie recipe and I recently had a sudden urge to revisit this old friend. I always try to make my treats healthier and these blueberry blondies are no exception. I used a combination of ground [...]

Nadia2018-03-06T23:30:53+01:00February 28, 2018|Brownies, Cakes, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|12 Comments

Mini Blueberry Bakewell Tarts (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Mini Blueberry Bakewell Tarts (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Mini Blueberry Bakewell Tarts (Vegan & Gluten-free) Delicious mini Bakewell Tarts using plant-based and gluten-free ingredients so that those of you who have allergies to dairy or gluten can still enjoy these traditional British treats! They can also be enjoyed by everyone and anyone who's looking for a healthier take on a yummy classic bake ;) Most of you are probably already familiar with Bakewell tarts, but for my over sea readers (hello there :D) A Bakewell tart is a traditional English treat that's made up of a shortcrust pastry, a jam centre and frangipane topping. Even if you've never tried it, you can just imagine how delicious that combination is, can't you? :D Bakewell tarts used to be one of my (many many) favourite [...]