When you create a really simple but delicious flapjack-style oat base and sandwich it between a layer of a thick, rich date cacao filling, you get this insane slice of deliciousness. Easy to make, made from good ingredients and suitable for the free-froms (wheat, dairy, refined sugars), a piece of this would be the ideal […]
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Persimon® Orange Tart
If there’s one thing I love about autumn, it’s the seasonal product it brings with it – the bountiful fruit and vegetables that are thriving during this time of year. One of those is P.D.O. Persimon® from Spain which is available in all major retailers from October to early January and are grown in the Ribera del Xúquer […]
Spooky Halloween Brownies
With Halloween fast approaching I’m sure many of you will be on the hunt for recipes to make to celebrate the occasion, especially if you have kids who’ll want to get involved in making some ghoulish treats… Even more so if like us in Manchester, you’ll be in hard lockdown and there’s not much else […]
Maple Fig & Almond Cake
I absolutely adore figs and there’s something about roasting them in maple syrup and cinnamon that really brings the autumn seasons to life – plus the smell in the kitchen is divine! In fact, ground ginger would also work wonderfully in this easy gluten-free cake recipe, coupled with almonds and coconut sugar for a deep […]
Bourbon Style Biscuits
If you’re a fan of the good old Bourbon biscuit, you’re sure to love these healthier, gluten-free, vegan and lower sugar (but just as delicious!) creations. According to Wikipedia, “The Bourbon biscuit is a sandwich style biscuit consisting of two thin rectangular dark chocolate-flavoured biscuits with a chocolate buttercream filling.” Which is exactly what these […]
Blueberry Vanilla Vegan Cheesecake
When it comes to a baked cheesecake, this vegan-friendly one combines the delicious summery flavours of vanilla, blueberry and coconut in this stunning dessert, which can be made ahead and left in the fridge until ready to serve. Using a coconut-based product in a dessert or sweet baking recipe takes it to the next level […]
Fun Chocolate Brownies
These have to be the cutest, most colourful brownies you’ll find – ideal for kids, adults, all ages! The brownie mixture is secretly healthy (sweet potatoes are in the mix, plus they are vegan friendly, gluten-free and dairy-free), and the topping adds that wonderful element of fun thanks to Doisy & Dam’s healthier ‘Smarties’ (Drops). […]
Caramel Crunch Popcorn Bars
How’s about a peanut butter oat baked base, topped with a smooth date caramel, topped with crunchy popcorn, cacao nibs and coconut chips, and finished off with a peanut butter drizzle…MMMMM! Yum indeed! Yes they sound decadenet (they are), but they are made with no refined sugar, are vegan-friendly, dairy and gluten-free (if you use […]
Colourful Chocolate Drop Cookies
These have to be the cutest and most vibrant cookies I’ve ever made! Look at them! So gorgeous – and no they aren’t Smarties, they are Doisy & Dam’s dark chocolate drops which are lower in sugar and suitable for vegans too – but just as tasty and colourful! These cookies are kind of healthy, […]
Cherry Chocolate Ganache Cake
When juicy, in season cherries come together with a rich chocolate cake, it really is a summer match made in heaven. I had plenty of cherries in my kitchen to get through and after making an insane ganache-smothered cake I thought, woah, these are the perfect topping to finish it off! A nice light and […]
Apricot, Chocolate & Pumpkin Seed Energy Bars
For me, an oaty energy bar has to be chewy, not too dry or crumbly, be packed with flavour and texture and have the right balance of nuts or seeds with dried fruit – it’s sometimes a tough ratio to crack! With the addition of some cheeky chocolate chunks and a drizzle on top, these […]
Double Chocolate Cookie Topped Brownies
Nom. Nom. NOM. That’s all I have to say about these insane brownies. A healthy but delicious, rich brownie topped with lashings of chocolate drizzle, peanut butter and finished with crunchy vegan chocolate biscuits thanks to Gato & Co – yummmmm! They really are the ‘icing on the cake’. These bad boys are gluten-free, vegan […]
Blueberry, Banana & Chocolate Loaf
Who doesn’t love a good old banana loaf? Especially during lockdown, which certainly seems to have been the craze… And what I love about it, is that there are so many variations to make it a bit more exciting! I’ve coupled blueberries with dark chocolate plus a sprinkling of granola on top for a real […]
Coffee Crumble Muffins
Heaven in a muffin cup – soft coffee infused muffins with an oaty crumble topping. The smell of these coming fresh out of the oven is just divine, and definitely something to start the day with! You could dark chocolate chips to the muffin mixture for extra indulgence, or even make this batch into a […]
Vegan Nut Butter Swirl Brownies
I was challenged by the lovely people at The Groovy Food Company to re-create one of their favourite recipes – these Vegan Almond Butter Brownies – so of course I was happy to give them a whirl! I’ve edited the original recipe slightly (see edits below with an *) but was really happy with the […]