Sweet Treats
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Sweet Potato Brownies
- Ingredients: Sweet potatoes (mashed), almond butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, baking powder, salt, chocolate chips (optional).
- Instructions: Mash sweet potatoes and mix with almond butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla, baking powder, and salt. Fold in chocolate chips if desired. Spread batter in a baking dish and bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes. Let cool, then slice and enjoy delicious and nutritious brownies!
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Vegan Chocolate Truffles
Ingredients:
- 1 cup medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for at least 4 hours or overnight
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Unsweetened shredded coconut, for rolling (optional)
- Chopped nuts or cocoa powder, for coating (optional)
Instructions:
- Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them under cold water.
- In a food processor, combine the soaked cashews, pitted dates, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed.
- Once the mixture is smooth, transfer it to a bowl and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Once chilled, use a spoon or your hands to roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- If desired, roll the balls in unsweetened shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or cocoa powder for added texture and flavor.
- Place the coated balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set.
- Once the balls are firm, transfer them to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Enjoy your healthy and delicious vegan chocolate truffles as a guilt-free dessert or sweet snack!
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Easy No-Bake Energy Bites
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or any nut or seed butter of your choice)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, unsweetened shredded coconut, mini chocolate chips (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Stir the ingredients together until well combined. The mixture should be thick and sticky.
- Using your hands, roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the energy bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill the energy bites in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, transfer the energy bites to an airtight container for storage.
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Chocolate Avocado Mousse
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy this rich and creamy chocolate mousse guilt-free!
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Banana Nice Cream
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled, sliced, and frozen
- Optional add-ins: cocoa powder, peanut butter, berries, nuts, or coconut flakes
Instructions:
- Blend frozen banana slices in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
- Add desired add-ins and blend until well combined.
- Serve immediately as soft-serve ice cream or freeze for a firmer texture. Enjoy this healthy and customizable frozen treat!
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Coconut Date Bliss Balls
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup almond flour or ground almonds
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Blend dates, shredded coconut, almond flour, coconut oil, and salt in a food processor until sticky dough forms.
- Roll the mixture into balls using your hands.
- Optional: Roll the bliss balls in additional shredded coconut for coating.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy these naturally sweet and satisfying treats!
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Vegan Chocolate Bark
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (vegan-friendly)
- Toppings: chopped nuts, dried fruits, seeds, coconut flakes, or sea salt
Instructions:
- Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler.
- Spread melted chocolate onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle desired toppings over the chocolate.
- Chill in the refrigerator until set, then break into pieces. Enjoy this indulgent yet wholesome chocolate bark as a sweet snack or dessert!
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Frozen Banana Pops
Ingredients:
- Ripe bananas, peeled and cut into halves
- Wooden popsicle sticks
- Toppings: melted dark chocolate, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or sprinkles
Instructions:
- Insert a wooden popsicle stick into each banana half.
- Dip banana halves into melted dark chocolate, then sprinkle with desired toppings.
- Place banana pops on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm.
- Enjoy these refreshing and fun-to-eat frozen treats on a hot day!
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Chia Seed Pudding
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk or coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
- Optional flavorings: vanilla extract, cocoa powder, cinnamon, or fruit puree
Instructions:
- Mix chia seeds, almond milk, and sweetener in a bowl until well combined.
- Add optional flavorings if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened.
- Serve with fresh fruit, nuts, or granola for a nutritious and satisfying dessert or breakfast option!
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Fruit Sushi Rolls
Ingredients:
- Nori sheets
- Cooked sushi rice
- Sliced fruits (such as strawberries, mangoes, kiwis, or bananas)
- Nut butter or chocolate spread (optional)
Instructions:
- Place a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat or flat surface.
- Spread a thin layer of cooked sushi rice over the nori sheet.
- Arrange sliced fruits along one edge of the nori sheet.
- Roll the nori sheet tightly, using the bamboo sushi mat to help shape the roll.
- Slice the roll into bite-sized pieces using a sharp knife.
- Optional: Drizzle nut butter or chocolate spread over the fruit sushi rolls for added flavor.
- Enjoy these playful and nutritious fruit sushi rolls as a fun snack or dessert!
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Vegan Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients:
- 4 cups vegan marshmallows
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter or coconut oil
Instructions:
- In a large saucepan, melt vegan marshmallows and vegan butter or coconut oil over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in crispy rice cereal until well coated.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish using a spatula or your hands.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares. Enjoy these classic treats with a vegan twist!
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Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together vegan butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Sift in flour and baking soda, mix until well combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
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Vegan Banana Bread
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup vegan butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted vegan butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Sift in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. Mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
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Vegan Blueberry Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, mix together vegetable oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in blueberries.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
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Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
- Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate into each muffin cup, spreading it up the sides.
- In a separate bowl, mix together peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spoon peanut butter mixture into each chocolate-lined muffin cup.
- Cover peanut butter with remaining melted chocolate.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Vegan Coconut Bliss Balls
Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- In a food processor, combine shredded coconut and almond flour. Pulse until well combined.
- Add maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor. Pulse until mixture comes together.
- Roll mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill bliss balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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Vegan Apple Crisp
Ingredients:
- 4 cups apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup vegan butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix together rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, melted vegan butter, cinnamon, and salt until crumbly.
- Sprinkle oat mixture over the apples in the baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until topping is golden brown and apples are tender. Let cool slightly before serving.
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Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients:
- 4 cups apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup vegan butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together peanut butter and sugar.
- Add flax egg and vanilla extract, mix until well combined.
- Sift in flour and baking soda, mix until just combined.
- Roll dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use a fork to flatten each cookie and create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
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Vegan Chocolate Pudding
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Scoop out the flesh of the avocado and place it in a food processor.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Transfer pudding to serving cups and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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Vegan Lemon Bars
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 cup flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, melted
For the filling:
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and melted vegan butter to make the crust.
- Press crust mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake crust for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, and baking powder for the filling.
- Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour filling over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until filling is set.
- Let cool before slicing into bars.
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Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup vegan butter, softened
- 1 flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup raisins
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together vegan butter and brown sugar.
- Add flax egg and mix until well combined.
- Sift in flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in rolled oats and raisins.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
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Vegan Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Raspberry jam
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until a dough forms.
- Roll dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use your thumb to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Fill each indentation with raspberry jam.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup vegan butter, melted
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix together almond milk, melted vegan butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in poppy seeds.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
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Chocolate Banana Bread
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup vegan butter, melted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted vegan butter, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
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Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
- Place frozen banana slices in a food processor.
- Add peanut butter, maple syrup, and almond milk.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- If desired, fold in dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Serve immediately as soft-serve ice cream or transfer to a container and freeze for a firmer texture.
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Coconut Macaroons
Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1/4 cup aquafaba (liquid from canned chickpeas)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, sugar, flour, aquafaba, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping them into mounds.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
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Chocolate Pudding Pie
Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made vegan pie crust
- 1 package (12 oz) silken tofu
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the pre-made pie crust according to package instructions. Let cool.
- In a food processor, blend silken tofu, cocoa powder, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour chocolate pudding mixture into the cooled pie crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set. Serve chilled.
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Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients:
For the dough:
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup almond milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the filling:
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
For the icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp almond milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm almond milk. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Add melted vegan butter, sugar, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down dough and roll it out into a rectangle.
- Spread softened vegan butter over the dough, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll up the dough tightly and slice into rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, almond milk, and vanilla extract to make the icing. Drizzle icing over warm cinnamon rolls before serving.
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Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 2 cans full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp matcha green tea powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Freeze for 2-3 hours before serving.
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Chia Pudding with Mango
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 mango, diced
Instructions:
- Mix chia seeds, almond milk, and maple syrup.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with diced mango before serving.
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Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
Ingredients:
- 1 cup vegan chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 pint fresh strawberries
Instructions:
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together.
- Dip strawberries in melted chocolate and place on parchment paper.
- Chill until chocolate is set.
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Almond Joy Bites
Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Mix coconut, almond butter, and maple syrup.
- Form into balls and chill.
- Melt chocolate chips and dip the balls into the chocolate.
- Chill until set.