When I saw that The Groovy Food Company had teamed up with quirky and inspirational TV personality, chef and author, Gizzi Erskine, to create an innovative range of modern recipes using the brand’s natural products, I was rather excited. As someone who has looked up to Gizzi for many years, this partnership caught my attention […]
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#CaribbeanTreasure – Inntravel’s Dominica Sweet Potato Cake
I was recently invited to be part of a campaign hosted by Inntravel to help promote a new holiday to the Caribbean – Dominica (not to be confused with Dominican Republic!). Midway between the two French islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique, Dominica is – for those in the region – the Caribbean ‘as it used […]
Vegan Double Chocolate Apple & Peanut Cookies
It was an absolute pleasure to get together with my fellow healthy baking-loving friend, The Healthy Beard, for an afternoon of getting creative in the kitchen. We had so much fun making, decorating, snapping and eating a selection of delicious but healthy chocolate treats. Here’s the first of our three recipes, a collaboration which we’ll […]
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 […]
Vegan Mango, Lime & Coconut Cheesecakes
You may know that I’m obsessed with all things coconut. Used for centuries in Southeast Asian cuisine, it’s only in more recent years that coconut has become a much-loved ingredient in the UK thanks to its fantastic health benefits and versatility. Also suitable for vegetarians and vegans, it makes a great addition to cooking, baking […]
Vegan Chocolate & Coyo Cherry Bites
Here we go, another recipe using Coyo’s incredible dairy-free, vegan-friendly coconut yogurts – this time I’m using the Cherry variety in this super easy summer-themed recipe. Love chocolate? How about cherry? This combo works perfectly in these frozen ‘raw cheesecake’ treats. Simply make ahead, cut into chunks, then pop out the freezer when chocolate cravings […]
No refined sugar Carob-Coated Banana Donuts
I’m always on the lookout for quirky, cool and unusual products on the ever-growing health food market, especially if they are natural and contain limited / no added sugars. That’s why Supertreats carob bars caught my eye on Instagram, despite being primarily aimed at kids. A healthier chocolate bar alternative? Erm, although I’m an adult […]
Raspberry & Rhubarb Crumble Breakfast Bars
As part of a campaign coinciding with Olympic fever, I was invited to take part in Meridian’s #BreakfastofChampions challenge, showing how easy and delicious it is to incorporate their nut butters in your breakfast to fuel your day. The brand’s peanut, almond and cashew butters are packed with protein (with at least 20-30g per 100g), […]
Vita Coco Mango, Coconut & Pomegranate Sponge
As part of the #SwearByIt campaign hosted by Vita Coco & Vita Coco Coconut Oil, I was recently invited down to their Coconut Grove event in Spinningfields, Manchester. In typical British summer style, the rain poured…and poured, but this didn’t stop us having fun. Joined by fellow foodies and bloggers, The Healthy Beard, Katie Franklin […]
Vegan Nutty Salted Caramel Rolla Granola Cheesecake
You may have seen my healthy Chocolate, Chilli & Raspberry Brownie recipe – now onto my second recipe working with the wonderful Rolla Granola team…I think this one deserves a *drum roll* just because it was absolutely spectacular (if I do say so myself)… Say hello to this super impressive (but pretty simple to make) […]
Decadent but Innocent Red Velvet Cake
It’s part of my job to produce many #IndulgingInnocently recipes, something which I absolutely adore doing. This recipe is me pushing the boat out a bit, following a conversation with James about creating something like a healthy version of a Red Vvelt Cake. …So here’s my take on it! Although this recipe is dairy-free, gluten-free […]
VEGAN Strawberry, Orange & Chocolate Muffins
Another strawberry recipe, because it’s (supposedly) summer and Wimbledon is in full swing! I’m extra excited about this recipe, not only because these muffins are so bloody delicious and include my favourite raw, vegan-friendly chocolate from the Conscious Chocolate guys… But also because the lovely Chyaz made a video of this recipe over on her […]
Balsamic Strawberry & Almond Cake with Basil Cream
With Wimbledon starting, we’ve gone crazy for everything associated with tennis and the British summer…STRAWBERRIES! (And yes, umbrellas are sadly likely to be an essential too, along with a glass of Pimms and your sunglasses when the sun ACTUALLY decides to make an appearance!). So on that note, I wanted to shake things up a […]
VEGAN Raw Cherry, Almond & Acai Cheesecake
Summer goes hand-in-hand with berries and chilled/frozen desserts. Which is why I thought it was time to post a recipe especially for the warmer weather we’re currently having in the UK (temperatures about 20 degrees – shocking, right?!). So, here’s a very simple but stunning dessert that you can make in advance and serve up […]
VEGAN Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwiches
I’m really getting into vegan-friendly baking recently, as I’m discovering new techniques and combinations of ingredients that work to create a tasty, delicious and healthy result. I’ll say here that although I’m not vegan myself, I follow very much a plant-based diet with the occasional inclusion of meat, fish and dairy; for me, it’s all […]