I was so excited when I figured out how to make vegan Worcestershire sauce because I thought I would be able to make vegan Chex Mix. However, Chex uses vitamin D3 that is derived from lanolin (sheep’s wool). I was so disappointed! I even called to verify their source of vitamin D, just to be …
I am half Dutch, and we celebrate St. Nicholas Day on December 6th. It is traditional to give chocolate or pastry that is shaped like letters (the first initial of each person). However, it is really hard to find any that are vegan and gluten free, so I have to make my own. You can …
This yummy vanilla pudding is smooth, thick and creamy goodness! It is great all by itself, and also perfect in recipes calling for vanilla pudding, pastry cream, or custard! It is very easy to make, and only takes 15 minutes from start to finish. Here are the ingredients you will need: The kala namak (Himalayan …
These graham crackers are light and crispy with a lovely honey vanilla flavor! The dough is very easy to make and it comes together in minutes. The only slightly challenging step is rolling the dough out to the right thickness, so there are lots of photos to show you exactly how to do it. Here …
These crispy, seasoned pumpkin seeds are a perfect treat for Halloween or Samhain! They are very easy to make too! Reserve all the goop from inside your pumpkin when you carve it: Remove all of the seeds from the goop. (See this post for directions on how to carve a pentagram pumpkin.)
These vegan caramel apples are very easy and fun to make! Make a batch of my vegan caramel, cook it to 244 degrees Fahrenheit, and pour it into one parchment-lined half sheet pan (or two 9″ x 13″ pans.) This will give you a thin layer of caramel to wrap around the apples.
I have been making this simple but delicious recipe for several years and it is amazing! There are only six ingredients and you do not even have to use a candy thermometer! Here is what you need to make your own vegan caramel corn: You will also need a large roasting pan, parchment paper, and …
I love chocolate and peanut butter together and peanut butter banana sandwiches are one of my all time favorites. So, these frozen bananas were pretty much guaranteed to be a hit! They are so good, and make a great snack or dessert! Here is what you need to make them: Trader Joe’s are my new …
This popcorn is so delicious that I have already made it four more times and it has become my favorite fall snack! The pumpkin pie spice pairs beautifully with the light caramel sweetness of the brown sugar, and it is ready to eat in just ten minutes! Here are the ingredients you need to make …
Hummus is great to keep on hand for a quick snack with crackers or vegetable sticks, or to use as a sandwich spread. Traditional recipes, though, call for up to six tablespoons of oil! I use silken tofu as an oil substitute in this recipe, and the hummus is just as creamy and lovely as …