~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This is a really simple recipe to throw together. If you just need a quick “pick-me-up” between meals or a quick, easy and nutritious dessert, this recipe will satisfy you! Miracle Seeds Chia seeds are little miracle seeds. How they can pack so much… read more »
– raw, vegan, gluten-free – In the past few days I had to make quite a bit of almond milk, and in my weirdness, I popped all the skins off of the almonds before I made the milk. It’s not required I just find it therapeutic for some reason. After… read more »
raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, grain-free – Flax crackers are a staple in our household. I always try to keep a large jar on the counter for my sweetheart. I bet I hear that lid come off (it makes a “ching” sound each time) a good 10-15 times a day. No… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Butter Pecan Ice Cream is one spoonful after spoonful of buttery pecans folded into a sweet, creamy base to create a delight like no other. An ice-cream loving friend set me up with a challenge, giving me the perfect excuse to make this batch of butter pecan ice… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I really should have named these, “Fruit Flexible Flax Snack’n Cracker.” They are not your typical crunchy cracker… they are chewy. A new wonderful mouth sensation when it comes to cracker eating. A simple snack that brings you complex nutrition. With each bite, you… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ These Sweet Chia Crackers are slightly crunchy with a bit of a chew to them. They aren’t overly sweet and they are a cracker that can on its own. Simply meaning that they don’t need a spread or dip on them. They are wonderful… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Warning: do not attempt to view, make, or devour this recipe if you do not like chocolate. Just saying. I thought it was only fair to forewarn you. This crave-worthy raw cheesecake has a decadent foundation of deep rich chocolate, with juicy kisses of berries… read more »
Stevia I need to start every post that I do on sweeteners with the following thought… Just because the dessert recipes on my site (or any other raw site) are raw, created on the foundation of whole foods, and are healthier than the typical SAD (Standard American Diet) desserts… they are still desserts and should be consumed… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Chocolate Chip Mint Ice Cream was one of my all-time favorite ice creams growing up. Along with vanilla, chocolate, Chunky Monkey, orange sherbet, strawberry, coffee… ok, so I had many favorites. hehe Anytime my Bob hears the ice cream machine running, he always pokes his… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This recipe looks longer than what it is. There are a few components that you will need to make prior to the cheesecake, but it is well worth any and all effort. Read through the recipe below before you begin. I got a late night… read more »
There are abundant nutritional therapies that can help you get to new levels of health. Culturing (fermenting) foods is just one of the many ways that I’ve found to have phenomenal benefits within my own journey. When culturing foods, a symbiotic relationship between bacteria and yeasts is established. But I… read more »
~ raw, dairy-free, gluten-free ~ I love raw ice creams, I love chocolate, and I love raw peanut butter chunks. Put this all together, and you got yourself an eye-rolling, mouth-watering, sinful dessert! This has turned into one of my favorite ice creams. Nobody would ever guess that it was… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ The fresh, light, delicate flavor of this cheesecake is melt in your mouth goodness. The pairing of the sweet raspberries along with the tart lemon is just enough to make your mouth water. Actually, your mouth isn’t watering… it is crying tears of joy. You can… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Are you looking for a little dose of happiness? This is a recipe for thick, chocolate, delicious doughnuts that just happen to have a kiss of coffee in every bite. As tasty as they are and certainly more nutritious than store-bought doughnuts, we tend to feel guilty when… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Today’s creation was completely inspired by a dear friend of mine, Gina. She shared with me some time ago that she loved chocolate. Say no more my dear friend…your wish is my inspiration! This cheesecake turned out amazing. The rich flavor of chocolate danced a… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ It’s rich, semi-sweet, messy to work with; it’s finger-licking good so clean up is a pleasurable experience. Finding the right recipe for raw chocolate is easy but finding one that hardeners and looks wonderful to use as a chocolate coating are a bit more… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ A few years ago my husband and I dabbled in the art of making chocolates. We took a three-month chocolatier course that basically just gave us a taste of what a true art form making chocolates is all about. Even though we were eating… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ A few years ago my husband and I dabbled in the art of making chocolates. We took a three-month chocolatier course that basically just gave us a taste (literally) of what a true art form making chocolates is all about. Even though we were… read more »
Coconut “Bacon” Bits I am always looking to add a crunch to my salads and these little morsels not only add that crunch but they taste heavenly as well! I will admit that they don’t taste 100% like bacon bits but pretty darn close and that alone is enough to… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I am speechless as to what to say about this “cheese”! I learned about it when Sunny Raw blog sent out her posting featuring a woman who made this cheese from The Ultimate Uncheese Cookbook by Jo Stepaniak. I have to laugh…” from a friend… read more »
raw / vegan / gluten-free My girlfriend Tracy popped over with some fresh rosemary from her garden and asked me to create something with it. So, I went into the kitchen to play and after some inspired work and lots of fun, I came up with these Rosemary Almond Crackers.… read more »
Banana Mango Pudding ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This Banana Mango Pudding is yummy-licious! It is excellent as a pudding, enjoyed as a dessert, a mid-afternoon snack or even for breakfast. And to top that off, it is so easy to make. Mango’s are a magical fruit. After peeling… read more »
Kelp Noodles by Sea Tangle can sometimes be hard to find in your local grocery stores. It depends on where you live, but you never know, I have seen an increase of these popping up. I often find mine at WholeFoods, online, and in nutrition stores. Sea Vegetable Kelp Noodles are… read more »
You will occasionally see me use chickpea miso in some of my recipes. I don’t consume soy products and after testing many different ones, I favor the ones made from chickpeas, it is also gluten-free. This is my favorite brand (South River). Feel free to use the brand that you… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free ~ I spent a significant portion of my life living in Alaska and just never broke down to make Eskimo Ice Cream. (shakes head in disbelief) I mean really, how could I have overlooked such a thing. Check out the ingredients needed: 4 Cups seal… read more »