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This recipe is super easy and really delicious. I made it for Valentine's Day, but it's a yummy treat no matter when you serve it. Not only are they good tasting, they are good for you! The chia seeds have fiber and protein, raspberries are high in antioxidants, fiber and vitamins, maple syrup has a lower glycemic index than white sugar while containing trace minerals. Plus, if you use a good … [Read more...]

This recipe is deceptively simple and oh, so delicious. I made it for my Dad's birthday earlier this year, and my husband loved it so much he requested it for HIS special day. Hope you enjoy it too! French Silk Pie (plant based & gluten free) Ingredients Crust filling Directions … [Read more...]

It's become a bit of a tradition for us to make cinnamon rolls and go to the beach on New Year's Day. Last year, I debuted a healthier cinnamon bun that was amazing. This year, I have another, totally different (raw but doesn't taste 'raw') cinnamon roll to share with you. I love having treats WITH BENEFITS, and this one doesn't disappoint. Hope you enjoy! No-Bake Cinnamon … [Read more...]

This might be the best treat I've had all summer. And who doesn't love shaved ice? Only make it with BENEFITS! If you've been here for a while, you know that I LOVE desserts and all sorts of sweet treats. But I love them WITH benefits, meaning food that benefits your mind and body as opposed to food that will do the opposite - hurt or cause disease. Food truly has the power to heal you or hurt … [Read more...]

Every year my girls and I bake hamantaschen. It's a fun way to kick off the fun and festive joyous holiday while having mommy/daughter time. We always come up with new variations to try. Last year it was funfetti (we added sprinkles to the batter of my original recipe vegan & gluten free Hamantaschen), and it was tasty and fun! My kids take after me and LOVE chocolate! So... we thought a … [Read more...]

Healthier V & GF Cinnamon Buns? YES PLEASE!Follow me at @AbbyPhon for more healthier & easy vegan and gluten free recipes! I always associate the new year with cinnamon buns (or rolls!). Maybe because it's really the only time of year I make them. The kids are home from school, nothing is open so in the past (than a typical crazy morning of green pancakes with nut butter and everyone … [Read more...]

I have had a bundt pan for as long as I can remember... 20 plus years? I honestly don't even know, but I lovingly move it from home to home. It takes up a lot of space in my kitchen cabinet and never ever gets used. Well, that has changed! I am always looking to try a new recipe for the (Jewish) New Year (Rosh Hashanah). I am not typically a fan of cake. And if I'm being honest here, I don't … [Read more...]

(Vegan & Gluten Free) I'm not sure about where YOU are, but here it's unseasonably warm for November. Low 70's today and temps are just going to climb. Which makes it the perfect time to make my pumpkin pie ice cream!  This sweet treat has coconut cream and cashews for healthy fats, is naturally sweetened with maple syrup, and full of pumpkin pie spices for great seasonal … [Read more...]