Chai Spiced Banana Mini Muffins (Vegan + GF)

When the weather cools down, my mind starts wandering to thoughts of warm baked goods; muffins and donuts being at the top of the list. These 30 minute chai spiced and caramel glazed mini muffins are everything I've been dreaming of and more. These little cuties are packed with autumn spice and are the perfect gateway … Continue reading Chai Spiced Banana Mini Muffins (Vegan + GF)

5 Minute Vegan Pumpkin Spice Iced Latte

5 Minute Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free, Caffeine Free/Non-Coffee Option)

What do you do when it's past labor day hence pumpkin spice latte daydreams are taking over your brain space, but it also happens to be about 90 degrees in the shade? This was my predicament this past week. Hot drinks just weren't sounding too good to me, but darn it I wanted to utilize … Continue reading 5 Minute Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free, Caffeine Free/Non-Coffee Option)

Easy Pumpkin Spice Syrup for Lattes (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free)

  Let's all take a moment of silence for summer shall we? I know, I know, it's sad saying goodbye, but just think of all the wonderful things fall brings with it. Fluttering gold leaves, crisp cool breezes, cozy sweaters, sipping hot choc- rrrrrrrt *record scratch* -alright let's cut to the chase people. That stuff is … Continue reading Easy Pumpkin Spice Syrup for Lattes (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free)

Iced Matcha Latte (Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free)

The Best Iced Matcha Latte (Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free)

You guys know I love my matcha. This marks the sixth recipe on the site featuring that antioxidant-rich vibrant green tea powder. I can't get enough of it! In my usual style though, I've skipped right over the standard matcha latte recipes and went straight for the obscure (but delicious); Matcha popsicles, matcha cheesecake, matcha … Continue reading The Best Iced Matcha Latte (Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free)

Rainbow Sesame Rice Noodle Bowl - Vegan + Gluten-Free

Cold Sesame Rice Noodle Bowl with Rainbow Veggies – Pack a Plant-Based Lunch (vegan + gluten-free)

This rainbow-hued rice noodle bowl is the perfect quick dish to pack for work or school. In less than a half hour you can have several healthy plant based lunches ready to grab and go on those busy mornings. This crunchy cool noodle salad is packed with protein, fiber, antioxidants, and flavor, and will keep … Continue reading Cold Sesame Rice Noodle Bowl with Rainbow Veggies – Pack a Plant-Based Lunch (vegan + gluten-free)

Beet Watermelon Grape Juice – The Perfect Pre-Workout Drink (No Juicer Needed)

One of my favorite subjects to research is functional foods. Obviously all plant foods are functional, but I love learning how certain foods can provide that extra boost to our bodies; helping us heal, improving our moods, and even enhancing our workouts. In the last several years, the power of beets and beet juice have … Continue reading Beet Watermelon Grape Juice – The Perfect Pre-Workout Drink (No Juicer Needed)

Peanut Zucchini and Cucumber Noodles - Vegan + Gluten/Grain Free

Thai Peanut Zucchini and Cucumber Noodles (Zoodles and Coodles) – Vegan + Gluten/Grain Free

Happy Tuesday, friends! Today I have one of the easiest, freshest summer recipes that is sure to become on of your favorites. Whether or not you're watching your carbs (I'm not), or just want to pack more veggies into your meal (that's me!) then zucchini noodles, or zoodles, are the perfect substitution for pasta. While … Continue reading Thai Peanut Zucchini and Cucumber Noodles (Zoodles and Coodles) – Vegan + Gluten/Grain Free

Healthy, All-Natural “Slurpees” (no sugar added)

When I was a kid, one of my favorite pastimes was to get a bunch of my friends together, load up on as many sugary foods and drinks as we could buy at the store and head back to my house to generally act insane. It was all under the guise of a "sleepover." My … Continue reading Healthy, All-Natural “Slurpees” (no sugar added)

Homemade Sesame Seed Milk + Why I Gave Up Dairy

If you were to google "reasons to avoid dairy" you'd get several results. Actually, you'd get about 16 million results from that search. I don't need millions of reasons to steer clear of dairy, I have 3 main reasons, and that is more than enough for me. I'll get to those in a minute. It's … Continue reading Homemade Sesame Seed Milk + Why I Gave Up Dairy

Matcha Vanilla Cheesecake with Raw Chocolate Cookie Crust (Vegan, Gluten-Free, No-Bake)

I really think the world could be a happier place if we would all just eat more vegan cheesecake. I mean, talk about a unifying force. Almost everyone loves cheesecake. Post a cheesecake photo on Instagram, and it's like everyone starts smiling... and salivating. You can't not be in a good mood while eating a … Continue reading Matcha Vanilla Cheesecake with Raw Chocolate Cookie Crust (Vegan, Gluten-Free, No-Bake)