In the run up to Christmas it’s all getting very festive in my kitchen, making all sorts of healthy treats working with some exciting brands! Including a collaboration once again with the wonderful drinks brand, Mr Fitzpatrick’s Vintage Cordials. Using varieties from their no added sugar range, this time around it’s the English Elderflower & […]
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Peach, Blueberry & Almond Cake
Nature’s Finest Foods kindly sent me a selection of their fruit pots which are ideal if you’re on the go, want to add cooked fruit to recipes, or give to little ones to nibble on – Thomas loves the peach slices especially as they are soft on his teeth. I’ve been a fan of these […]
Cherry, Pear & Almond Cake
Mother’s Day is coming up and now the Spring is finally here (although the recent weather would say otherwise!), I wanted to celebrate by sharing one of my favourite cake recipes to date. Both my Mum and I love the combination of juicy cherries, sweet pears and nutty almonds so it was only right to […]
Mocha, Coconut & Almond Bites
There’s no doubt that January can be full of goals and aims but it can be harder to keep them when life gets busy and hectic. While I’m all about balance, when it comes to snacking I really do have a sweet tooth, which is why I try and create healthier alternatives for longer lasting […]
Vegan Chocolate Mousse with Cranberry & Almond Crunch
Recently I was very kindly sent the new 3-in-1 stick blender from the Fearne Cotton collection by Swan, thanks to Housing Units. As a huge fan of the ex-BBC Radio 1 presenter turned healthy baking goddess, I was looking forward to trying out this new versatile and stylish kitchen gadget which whisks, blends, blitzes and […]
No-Bake Chocolate & Bailey’s Almond Butter Tarts
Whether you’re vegan, follow a dairy-free diet or intolerant to it, you may have seen the news that Baileys Almande has launched – and it’s available in the UK! After months of spent formulating the recipe to remove the beeswax from their liqueur, this version of the Irish cream beverage is made from almond milk, […]
Strawberry, Nectarine & Almond Picnic Cake
I know we’re nearing the end of summer but there’s still hope we can get outside and enjoy some al fresco dining or even a picnic if we’re lucky! Working together with Alpro, their plant-based Big Pots and drinks are perfect additions to your favourite savoury and sweet staples. Making use of fruits in season, […]
Orange, Almond & Polenta Cake
With Mother’s Day coming up and the signs of Spring in full bloom, it’s all about vibrant colours and a change in direction for foods we’re craving. Of course, that still means including cake in your life 😉 Recently I’ve been introducing more polenta into gluten-free baking and feel like I’ve achieved the ideal consistency […]
Say Hello to Nush Almond Yogurts
For those of you who love thick, creamy yogurt but avoiding dairy and soya, I have some news for you… Let me introduce Nush, launching the UK’s first range of nut-milk yogurts. Their mission statement is simple: Nush was born out of a passion to produce the finest quality, ethical dairy free products that taste […]
Vegan Cranberry, Apricot & Almond Bundt Cake
You may have seen our Chai Poached Pear & Coconut Loaf recipe – now it’s time for another healthy festive recipe created by fellow blogger, The Healthy Beard and I. A delicious combination of dried apricot and cranberry chunks and a light almond sponge results in a taste of Christmas, plus made in a Bundt […]
Vegan Cookie Mix Review
As much as baking your own healthy snacks can be enjoyable and rewarding, sometimes we just don’t have the time to find a decent recipe, buy the ingredients or even bake them. That’s why the popularity and availability of healthy baking mixes has increased over the past few months (from what I’ve noticed); you can […]
Porridge Season with Quaker Oats
I don’t know about you but I crave a big warming bowl of porridge when the weather is cold and the mornings are dark. Oats, almond milk, cinnamon, a splash of vanilla extract and topped with berries and nut butter and/or seeds is one of my favourite combinations, but part of the fun is going […]
Raw Cacao & Almond Butter Fudge Bites
Although we’re craving warmer things now autumn is here, I couldn’t resist whizzing up these no-bake, raw treats and keeping them in the freezer when chocolate cravings strike. Oh and just so you know, as I’m posting this it HAPPENS to be National Chocolate Week, so great timing 😉 An almond butter base made with […]
Healthy Spiced Apple & Caramel Cake
This post is dedicated to some of my favourite things: flavours of autumn (in this case, apples in the form of Nim’s air-dried apple crisps plus mixed spices), caramel and new healthy baking mix on the block, Thrively. I’ve got a lot of love for for both of these brands, not only because of their […]
Cherry Bakewell Crumble Tartlets
Inspired by the Great British Bake Off ‘Pastry’ episode combined with a burning desire to create something cherry bakewell themed, here’s a cross between a tart and a crumble. Why not combine two dessert favourites? A buttery pastry, cinnamon-infused cherry filling and crunchy, almond crumble on top – this gluten and dairy-free, no added sugar […]