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Healthy Date and Walnut Cake

Healthy Date and Walnut Cake

This healthy date and walnut cake makes a great healthier treat when you're craving something sweet with your afternoon cup of tea. Made with better-for-you ingredients like oats and tahini. Sweetened only with whole dates, so it's sweet, but not overly so. Make it the next time you're looking for a lighter cake recipe that still tastes amazing! I grew up eating dates almost on a daily basis, so they have a special place in my heart. Growing up in Iraq post the first gulf war and during the time the UN imposed international sanctions that crippled the country financially, things like treats and snacks became a luxury and not something we got to enjoy regularly. I've always had a [...]

Nadia2024-11-21T18:01:20+01:00November 21, 2024|Cakes, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Healthy Tahini Pudding

Healthy Tahini Pudding

A creamy pudding topped with a chocolate ganache - this healthy tahini pudding is not only delicious, but it's made with better-for-you ingredients like tofu, tahini and dark chocolate. Each serving also offers 11g protein with no protein powder in sight! Not bad for a yummy dessert. This healthy tahini pudding is inspired by my popular tofu chocolate mousse recipe that has recently been making the rounds on Instagram and TikTok with so many influencers recreating it! I just had to make a tahini version (with chocolate of course) because I still think that tahini is such an underrated ingredient. Especially when compared to some of its counterparts like peanut butter. This may be a controversial take, but to me, [...]

Nadia2024-11-13T18:22:52+01:00November 13, 2024|Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

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

Chocolate Sticky Toffee Puddings

Chocolate Sticky Toffee Puddings

These chocolate sticky toffee puddings are made with better-for-you-ingredients and with added cocoa for a bit of a twist on the old classic dessert. Made into individual portions for ease and a shorter baking time. They’re just the right level of sweet, but still indulgent! Sticky toffee pudding is a classic British dessert known for its rich, moist texture and indulgent sweetness. It’s typically made with a sponge cake that’s infused with finely chopped dates, giving it a unique stickiness and depth of flavor. After baking, the sponge is drenched in a warm, buttery toffee sauce, which soaks into the cake, making it incredibly moist and gooey. It’s often served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, custard, or a [...]

Nadia2024-11-04T18:32:28+01:00October 30, 2024|Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, 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

Date Recipes

Date Recipes

Looking for some easy date recipes that are healthier and easy to make? Then you're in the right place! I've always been a massive fan of using dates in desserts. I grew up in the Middle East where dates are a staple in every household. I ate them almost everyday without fail, not that you'd ever hear me complain about it - I'm obsessed with them! They have the most delicious sweet, caramel like taste and fudgy texture that work so well in dessert. Desserts are often synonymous with indulgence and decadence, but what if you could satisfy your sweet tooth while also nourishing your body? Enter dates - the naturally sweet, versatile fruit that has been used for centuries [...]

Nadia2024-10-03T17:17:11+01:00October 3, 2024|Bars, Cakes, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

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|33 Comments

TikTok Cucumber Salad

TikTok Cucumber Salad

You've probably seen the TikTok cucumber salad that's going viral all over social media by now. Literally everyone seems to be making it, or a version of it. I didn't want to feel like I'm missing out, so I gave it a try - with my own little spin of course. What is the TikTok cucumber salad: This trend started when a food content creator, Logan (aka the cucumber guy), shared his take on an Asian cucumber salad. Now everyone seems to be making it, or at least making their own version of it. I remember a couple of years ago (it may have been during lock down) when a similar version of a cucumber salad went viral - a [...]

Nadia2024-08-25T17:30:23+01:00August 25, 2024|Gluten Free, Sauces and Dips, Side dishes, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 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 [...]

Nadia2024-08-21T18:49:11+01:00August 21, 2024|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Oatmeal, Porridge, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian|9 Comments

Tabbouleh Salad Recipe (Tabouli)

Tabbouleh Salad Recipe (Tabouli)

This Tabbouleh salad recipe is my take on one of the most famous and iconic Middle Eastern Salads out there. You'll almost certainly find Tabbouleh on the menu of every single Middle Eastern restaurant. It's famous for it's simplicity and freshness - a salad that everyone needs to try! In the vast world of culinary delights, few dishes capture the essence of freshness and simplicity like tabbouleh. This traditional Middle Eastern salad, hailing from the Levant region, is a vibrant medley of herbs, vegetables, and grains. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or a kitchen novice, tabbouleh is a dish that deserves a spot on your culinary radar. Tabbouleh, also spelled tabouleh or tabouli, has roots deeply embedded in the Levantine [...]