Chocolate chip cookies are by far one of the best and easiest desserts or sweet treats to make in a pinch! Beloved by all, these sweet treats are vegan, dairy free and egg free!
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Vegan Chocolate Cookies
January 26, 2018
Chocolate chip cookies are by far one of the best and easiest desserts or sweet treats to make in a pinch! Beloved by all, these sweet treats are vegan, dairy free and egg free!
Healthy Vegan Buckeye Bars
April 28, 2017
What is better than delicious peanut butter layered between rich, dark chocolate? The fact that it is healthy! Not only is this dessert super delicious and easy to make, its also dairy free, gluten free and refined sugar free!
Why You Should Eat Chocolate Every Day
March 3, 2017
Chocolate is one of life's many pleasures. Its the perfect answer to almost every problem. If you love chocolate, you'll be glad to hear that it is actually so good for you!
Chocolate Lover's Granola - Small Batch Granola
February 10, 2017
Valentine's Day is just a few days away, which means chocolate is everywhere! It seems that chocolate is a popular way of saying 'I love you!' ! This Chocolate Lover's Granola is the perfect way to say I love you to a friend, special someone or even yourself!
Easy Vegan Dark Chocolate Fudge Recipe
December 30, 2016
I love Fudge! Our family makes some every holiday season, starting around Thanksgiving and on until after the New Years. We love chocolate, and fudge is just another great way to get our chocolate fix!
When I deicided to go vegan, I thought I would never had fudge again, and I have to admitt, I was a little sad about that! Last year, I made these delicious Chocolate Holiday Truffles instead of fudge, and while they are amazing and chocolatey, they aren't fudge. This year I was determined to have some fudge, so I made some and it turned out amazing!
Most vegan fudge recipes call for things like cocoa butter, canned coconut, or vegan butters. I'm sure those recipes are delicious, but when I went to make fudge, I didn't have any of these things, so I had to get creative! This recipe just has a few ingredients and uses coconut oil as the binder. Its totally customizeable and is super easy to whip up for a holiday party or chocolate craving!
Then, in a large bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder and salt( if you are adding in cinnamon, coffee granules or any other dry spices, add them in now). Mix well to combine.
Now, add in the coconut oil (room temp.) and coconut milk.
Give it a quick stir and then pop it in the microwave,( or over a double-boiler) for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between, until it is completely melted and everything is combined well. It should resemble 'normal' fudge.
Add in the vanilla( or whatever extras you are using) and any add-ins you want. Give it one final mix and then pour it into your prepared pan and flatten it out.
Now is when you can add crushed candy canes or nuts to the top if you choose. Allow to cool for at least a hour before slicing into squares and enjoying!
This fudge is amazing! Its has the same melt-in-your mouth texture as 'normal' fudge does and it is so rich, dark and chocolatey- everything fudge should be! I chose to keep this batch simple with just some vanilla for flavoring, but I am excited to try out a peppermint batch, coffee, or even some cayenne pepper for a kick!
I really hope you try this recipe out and that you love it as much as I do! I am so happy to be able to have fudge this year, even though I am vegan! Just because this is a vegan, dairy-free recipe doesn't mean that everyone won't love it, regardless of their diet/lifestyle!
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When I deicided to go vegan, I thought I would never had fudge again, and I have to admitt, I was a little sad about that! Last year, I made these delicious Chocolate Holiday Truffles instead of fudge, and while they are amazing and chocolatey, they aren't fudge. This year I was determined to have some fudge, so I made some and it turned out amazing!
Most vegan fudge recipes call for things like cocoa butter, canned coconut, or vegan butters. I'm sure those recipes are delicious, but when I went to make fudge, I didn't have any of these things, so I had to get creative! This recipe just has a few ingredients and uses coconut oil as the binder. Its totally customizeable and is super easy to whip up for a holiday party or chocolate craving!
Ingredients:
3 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar
1 cup Cocoa Powder
1 tsp Salt
1/2 cup Coconut Oil
1/3 cup Coconut Milk (or any non-dairy milk)
1 tsp Vanilla
Optional Add-Ins
1 tsp Cinnamon or Instant Coffee Granules
1 tsp Peppermint or Orange Extracts
1/4 cup finely chopped Pecans, Walnuts or Almonds
1/4 cup Dried Fruit ( Cranberries, Mango...)
1/3 cup crushed Candy Canes
Okay, lets get started! First, grease or line a baking pan. I used 8x8 pan, but use whatever you have. The smaller the pan, the thicker the fudge and the longer it will take to harden, so just keep that in mind!
Then, in a large bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder and salt( if you are adding in cinnamon, coffee granules or any other dry spices, add them in now). Mix well to combine.
Now, add in the coconut oil (room temp.) and coconut milk.
Give it a quick stir and then pop it in the microwave,( or over a double-boiler) for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between, until it is completely melted and everything is combined well. It should resemble 'normal' fudge.
Add in the vanilla( or whatever extras you are using) and any add-ins you want. Give it one final mix and then pour it into your prepared pan and flatten it out.
Now is when you can add crushed candy canes or nuts to the top if you choose. Allow to cool for at least a hour before slicing into squares and enjoying!
This fudge is amazing! Its has the same melt-in-your mouth texture as 'normal' fudge does and it is so rich, dark and chocolatey- everything fudge should be! I chose to keep this batch simple with just some vanilla for flavoring, but I am excited to try out a peppermint batch, coffee, or even some cayenne pepper for a kick!
I really hope you try this recipe out and that you love it as much as I do! I am so happy to be able to have fudge this year, even though I am vegan! Just because this is a vegan, dairy-free recipe doesn't mean that everyone won't love it, regardless of their diet/lifestyle!
Please share this recipe and my blog with your friends and family to spread the love of good food and a healthy lifestyle!
You can follow the blog via email, Google and social media!
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Happy New Year!
Hannah
Vegan Puppy Chow
December 2, 2016
Puppy Chow or Muddy Buddies is the Perfect Holiday Treat!
I don't know anything two things that go together as well as peanut butter and chocolate! Its a perfect blend of nuttiness, sweetness, and richness! Puppy Chow (or Muddy Buddies) pairs these two amazing ingredients together to make a delicious snack, treat or simple dessert for the holidays or anytime of the year!
Who knew that 4 simple and easy-to-find items could come together to make such a delicious and addictive treat! I made these to take with us to our cousin's house and it was gone in a day! Thanksgiving weekend I made it for some different cousins and it was a huge hit! Needless to say, no matter where you bring it, who you serve it to, or how much you make, you probably won't have any leftover!
This recipe is vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and super easy to make! Just make sure the chocolate chips and cereal you buy is dairy/egg/gluten free if you are worried about that!
Ingredients
12 cups Chex Mix Cereal (I have used both the corn and rice and both work well)
2 cups Dairy-Free Chocolate Chips
2 cups Peanut Butter
3-4 cups Powdered Sugar
For this recipe I used Trader Joe's Semi-Sweet chocolate chips (they are dairy-free) and I have also used a brand from Kroger's Grocery Store. Just read the labels and you should be able to find a brand that works for you! Usually semi-sweet and darker are dairy-free!
Start by pouring your cereal into a large bowl. I was lucky enough to have a huge bowl, but if you don't, just split the cereal between as many bowls as you need!
Next, mix together the chocolate chips and peanut butter. If you are having trouble getting the peanut butter out of the container, try warming it in the microwave for a few seconds first!
Melt it in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until it melts completely and mixes together.
Just give me a spoon and I could eat this whole bowl! I would probably have a huge stomach ache afterwards, but oh well! You only live once, right? :)
Pour the melted chocolate/peanut butter mix over your cereal and use a spatula for large spoon to mix it until all of the cereal is coated.
Then, add one cup of powdered sugar at a time, stirring in between, until all the cereal is fully coated by the sugar.
And we are done! See how easy and simple that was? No heating up the kitchen with the oven, or slaving away for hours to have a delicious treat! Just writing this post makes me want to make more!
Store it in an air-tight container for a few days.......if it really lasts that long! I know at our house it never lasts more than 24 hours!
I really hope you try this recipe out and see how delicious and addictive it is! I know that you and your family will love it as much as my family and I do! Its the perfect thing to make for a holiday party, potluck, or snack! Pair it with some dairy-free ice cream, hot cocoa, or coffee and you have yourself a perfect dessert!
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I don't know anything two things that go together as well as peanut butter and chocolate! Its a perfect blend of nuttiness, sweetness, and richness! Puppy Chow (or Muddy Buddies) pairs these two amazing ingredients together to make a delicious snack, treat or simple dessert for the holidays or anytime of the year!
Who knew that 4 simple and easy-to-find items could come together to make such a delicious and addictive treat! I made these to take with us to our cousin's house and it was gone in a day! Thanksgiving weekend I made it for some different cousins and it was a huge hit! Needless to say, no matter where you bring it, who you serve it to, or how much you make, you probably won't have any leftover!
This recipe is vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and super easy to make! Just make sure the chocolate chips and cereal you buy is dairy/egg/gluten free if you are worried about that!
Ingredients
12 cups Chex Mix Cereal (I have used both the corn and rice and both work well)
2 cups Dairy-Free Chocolate Chips
2 cups Peanut Butter
3-4 cups Powdered Sugar
For this recipe I used Trader Joe's Semi-Sweet chocolate chips (they are dairy-free) and I have also used a brand from Kroger's Grocery Store. Just read the labels and you should be able to find a brand that works for you! Usually semi-sweet and darker are dairy-free!
Start by pouring your cereal into a large bowl. I was lucky enough to have a huge bowl, but if you don't, just split the cereal between as many bowls as you need!
Next, mix together the chocolate chips and peanut butter. If you are having trouble getting the peanut butter out of the container, try warming it in the microwave for a few seconds first!
Melt it in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until it melts completely and mixes together.
Just give me a spoon and I could eat this whole bowl! I would probably have a huge stomach ache afterwards, but oh well! You only live once, right? :)
Pour the melted chocolate/peanut butter mix over your cereal and use a spatula for large spoon to mix it until all of the cereal is coated.
Then, add one cup of powdered sugar at a time, stirring in between, until all the cereal is fully coated by the sugar.
And we are done! See how easy and simple that was? No heating up the kitchen with the oven, or slaving away for hours to have a delicious treat! Just writing this post makes me want to make more!
Store it in an air-tight container for a few days.......if it really lasts that long! I know at our house it never lasts more than 24 hours!
I really hope you try this recipe out and see how delicious and addictive it is! I know that you and your family will love it as much as my family and I do! Its the perfect thing to make for a holiday party, potluck, or snack! Pair it with some dairy-free ice cream, hot cocoa, or coffee and you have yourself a perfect dessert!
Please follow the blog via email, Google or social media so you can stay up-to-date on all the posts and even get extra blog content!
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I post every Friday! Check back every week for a new post on all things healthy living!
Stay healthy, happy and laughing!
Happy Holidays!
Hannah
Brownie Batter Balls
July 8, 2016
Everyone loves brownies and brownie batter is almost as good (if not better!)! Its gooey, sweet, and most importantly, chocolate! You can never go wrong with chocolate and you can never have to much of it! Finding new ways to have chocolate is always fun, and finding a healthy way to have chocolate is even better!
Dates are a fairly new food in my diet. I had never really heard of them or tried them up until a few months ago, but now I don't know how I lived without them! They are super sweet, creamy, gooey and delicious! Add some cocoa powder and some coconut to the mix and you have yourself a winner!
These Brownie Batter Date Balls are going to become a favorite of anyone who loves chocolate, brownies, and yummy snacks! They are completely vegan, dairy-free, oil-free, gluten-free( as long as you have gluten free oats) and refined sugar free! Also, they are super amazingly delicious and I want to eat the whole batch right now!
Ingredients:
12-13 Mejool dates, pitted
2 TBS Cocoa Powder
1/2 cup Rolled Oats
1 tsp Vanilla
Pinch of Salt
1/2 cup Shredded Coconut ( Sweetened or Unsweetened is fine!)
Start by pitting your dates and adding them to a food processor.
Process them until you get a creamy texture. You might need to add some warm water a TBS at a time if your dates were on the dry side.
Not a very pretty picture, but we'll change by adding in the cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, and oats. Processes until well combined and the oats are a chopped up a bit.
And there is your brownie batter dough! Taste it to make sure its good! :) Then pour your coconut into a bowl, ready for rolling.
Dates are a fairly new food in my diet. I had never really heard of them or tried them up until a few months ago, but now I don't know how I lived without them! They are super sweet, creamy, gooey and delicious! Add some cocoa powder and some coconut to the mix and you have yourself a winner!
These Brownie Batter Date Balls are going to become a favorite of anyone who loves chocolate, brownies, and yummy snacks! They are completely vegan, dairy-free, oil-free, gluten-free( as long as you have gluten free oats) and refined sugar free! Also, they are super amazingly delicious and I want to eat the whole batch right now!
Ingredients:
12-13 Mejool dates, pitted
2 TBS Cocoa Powder
1/2 cup Rolled Oats
1 tsp Vanilla
Pinch of Salt
1/2 cup Shredded Coconut ( Sweetened or Unsweetened is fine!)
Start by pitting your dates and adding them to a food processor.
Process them until you get a creamy texture. You might need to add some warm water a TBS at a time if your dates were on the dry side.
Not a very pretty picture, but we'll change by adding in the cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, and oats. Processes until well combined and the oats are a chopped up a bit.
And there is your brownie batter dough! Taste it to make sure its good! :) Then pour your coconut into a bowl, ready for rolling.
Then start rolling your dough into balls. You can make them as big or as small as you like! I got around 16 in my batch. If the dough is sticking your hands, dip your hands in some water every once in a while. This will prevent the sticking!
And there you go! Healthy Brownie Batter Date Balls! Let them sit in the fridge for 30 minutes or so to firm up a bit before snacking on! Store them in the fridge to keep them fresh longer!
Not only are these little treats delicious but they are packed full of fiber, protein, and healthy fats! Perfect for a snack or little dessert to satisfy a sweet tooth! Make them for yourself or share them with your friends and family. You will suddenly become very popular! :)
If you make this recipe, please let me know what you thought! I hope you like this post and it has given you inspiration to live a healthier lifestyle!
Please share this recipe and my blog with your friends and family to spread the love of healthy living!
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Fudgy Mug Brownie
March 4, 2016
Greetings! My name is Emma. I'm Hannah's younger sister. She has given me the privlege of guest writing a blog post! I'm super excited to write this! This week's post is on a gooey, fudgy mug brownie to die for!
I developed the recipe for this vegan and gluten free brownie one afternoon when I had a craving for something sweet. I went into our pantry, grabbed some ingredients, and started putting a little bit of this and that into a mug. The finish product was amazing!
Heavenly!!!
Fudgy goodness!
Okay, enough chattering, you need to know how you can make this and put it in your belly!
Fudgy Mug Brownie
(Note: This recipe is vegan and gluten free, so everyone can enjoy!)
Step one: add the following ingredients listed to a mediem sized coffee mug.
1 &1/2 TBS of cocoa powder
1 tiny pinch of salt
1/4 TSP of baking powder
2 TBS of almond flour
1 TBS of sugar
mix
Step two: Add wet ingredients to dry.
1 heaping TSP of creamy peanut butter
1-2 splashes of vanilla unsweetened almond milk
1 tiny splash of vanilla extract
Mix until well combined.
Step three: Mirowave for 30 seconds, or until done. ( Note: Cook time may vary, depending on the strengh of your mirowave, also note that it is very easy to over bake this brownie, so be careful!)
Step four: Let the brownie cool slightly, and devour!
( opptionaly: add a tiny spoonful of peanut butter to top it off.)
There you go folks, your fudgy mug brownie! I hope you enjoy this brownie as much as I did, and I'm pretty confident you'll love it too! Be sure to leave a comment below if you tried this recipe or not, and share it with your friends!
If you enjoyed this post, please share it and this blog with your friends and family so that everyone can enjoy recipes like this one!
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Enjoy this delicious recipe and I'll see you later!- Emma
Stay Healthy , Happy and Laughing
H. Banana
'Eat Your Heart Out' Valentine's Day Brownies
February 5, 2016
Valentine's Day is just a few days away, and whether or not you have a special someone this year, you'll want this brownie recipe! Its very delicious, moist, chocolatey, and even fruity! Perfect for impressing someone, showing your love, or drowing your feelings in this Valentine's Day!
These brownies are the perfect balance of sweet, rich, and fruity! The addition of the raspberry makes these chocolate delights something special, not to mention festive! They are oil, dairy, and practically fat free, as well as being refined-sugar free and vegan. But, just because they are void of a few standard-brownie ingredients, doesn't mean they are any less delicious! And, because they are so healthy, you can feel free to Eat Your Heart Out of them! :)
Ingredients:
1 1/2 ripe Bananas
1 tsp Vanilla
1/2 tsp Salt
4 TBS Maple Syrup
3/4 cup Cocoa Powder
1 1/3 cup Flour
1 TBS Baking Soda
1 cup Water ( You could also use coffee or non-dairy milk)
2 TBS White Vinegar
Jam of Choice (I used Raspberry, but Blackberry or Strawberry would be yummy too!)
First, we need to deal with the bananas. I used frozen ones, and just let them come to room-temp. before using them. Make sure they are really ripe! They riper they are, the sweeter they'll be!
Using a hand mixer, puree your bananas until smooth.
Then add in the Vanilla and Maple Syrup. Mix well together and add in the dry ingredients.
Use a spoon to fold in the dry ingredients. The cocoa powder, flour, salt and baking soda. Mix until about half way combined. It will be dry.
Then mix the vinegar with the water( or liquid of choice) and add it to the batter. This will cause the batter to puff up a bit, but don't worry! Thats the point!
Mix well and then pour into the pan. I used parchment paper to line my pan, but feel free to use oil or baking spray to keep the brownies from sticking!
Make sure the batter is even, and then get out your jam. Again, I went with raspberry, but go with what every jam-flavor sounds good to you! You could even do a nut butter or nut-chocolate spread and get a whole different flavor!
Use a spoon to add dots of jam to the top of the brownie batter. You can use a knife to swirl in some of the jam too!
And now, these brownies are ready for the oven! Bake at 350 F for 40-45 minutes. They will smell amazing when done! :)
If you are spending Valentine's Day alone this year, you might just want to dig into the pan now. No judgement here! :)
But, if you are going to be sharing these treats, allow them to cool before cutting.
If you enjoyed this post, please share it with your friends and family! Make sure that everyone you love has a great brownie recipe this year!
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Happy Valentine's Day!
H. Banana
These brownies are the perfect balance of sweet, rich, and fruity! The addition of the raspberry makes these chocolate delights something special, not to mention festive! They are oil, dairy, and practically fat free, as well as being refined-sugar free and vegan. But, just because they are void of a few standard-brownie ingredients, doesn't mean they are any less delicious! And, because they are so healthy, you can feel free to Eat Your Heart Out of them! :)
Ingredients:
1 1/2 ripe Bananas
1 tsp Vanilla
1/2 tsp Salt
4 TBS Maple Syrup
3/4 cup Cocoa Powder
1 1/3 cup Flour
1 TBS Baking Soda
1 cup Water ( You could also use coffee or non-dairy milk)
2 TBS White Vinegar
Jam of Choice (I used Raspberry, but Blackberry or Strawberry would be yummy too!)
First, we need to deal with the bananas. I used frozen ones, and just let them come to room-temp. before using them. Make sure they are really ripe! They riper they are, the sweeter they'll be!
Using a hand mixer, puree your bananas until smooth.
Then add in the Vanilla and Maple Syrup. Mix well together and add in the dry ingredients.
Use a spoon to fold in the dry ingredients. The cocoa powder, flour, salt and baking soda. Mix until about half way combined. It will be dry.
Mix well and then pour into the pan. I used parchment paper to line my pan, but feel free to use oil or baking spray to keep the brownies from sticking!
Make sure the batter is even, and then get out your jam. Again, I went with raspberry, but go with what every jam-flavor sounds good to you! You could even do a nut butter or nut-chocolate spread and get a whole different flavor!
Use a spoon to add dots of jam to the top of the brownie batter. You can use a knife to swirl in some of the jam too!
And now, these brownies are ready for the oven! Bake at 350 F for 40-45 minutes. They will smell amazing when done! :)
If you are spending Valentine's Day alone this year, you might just want to dig into the pan now. No judgement here! :)
But, if you are going to be sharing these treats, allow them to cool before cutting.
To serve, warm them a bit and top with your favorite toppings! I went with Almond Dream non-dairy ice cream, and my family added chocolate sauce as well! Some warm jam would also be amazing!
They were delicious! The perfect treat for any sweet tooth, and especially perfect for Valentine's Day! Whether you make these for your family, special someone, or eat the whole pan yourself, you can feel good about eating these browines! Even though they are healthier, doesn't mean they don't make for the perfect Valentine's Day( or any time really) treat!
You can follow the blog via email, Google, Twitter @ SpinachisGood, Tumblr @ justrunningforfood, and Pinterest @ Hannah Plunkett.
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Happy Valentine's Day!
H. Banana
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