Posts Tagged ‘vegan christmas’

Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

April 18, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

What’s better than a warm, homebaked, sweet tooth satisfying cookie pulled straight from the oven? A delicious and nutritious vegan cookie made with superfoods. This indulgent yet healthy cookie recipe is courtesy of Tina Haupert, author of Carrots ‘N’ Cake: Healthy Living One Carrot and Cupcake At A Time. Read More

Vegan Whole Wheat Pie Crust

March 20, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Making the perfect vegan pie crust isn’t much different than making a non-vegan pie crust. You gingerly combine flour, salt, fat, and ice cold water into a dough. Instead of butter, you simply substitute vegan margarine and/or vegetable shortening. Here’s a basic vegan pie crust for sweet vegan pies or savory vegan tarts. Read More

Dried Plum Walnut Shortbread

February 5, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Dried plums and walnuts give this melt-in-your-mouth vegan shortbread recipe a sweet chew and nutty crunch. Read More

Vegan Sticky Buns

January 26, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

The mere smell of warm cinnamon rolls is enough to draw a breakfast crowd. These vegan sticky buns are an indulgent way to start the day, and are especially appreciated when you have weekend guests — vegan or non-vegan. Make a triple batch and freeze extra sticky buns for an even easier way to get a vegan breakfast treat on the table. Read More

Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip

January 26, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Is spinach artichoke dip is one of your favorite party foods? Here is a vegan party dip recipe that transforms the classic cheese- and mayo-laden rendition into a healthier, vegan recipe that is perfect for Super Bowl, cocktail parties, holiday get-togethers, or a vegan snack when you need a creamy, tangy snack fix. Serve this vegan party recipe with slices of toasted baguette or your favorite vegan chips. Read More

Scrumptious vegan cookie cookbook

January 12, 2011 |  by  |  lifestyle

If you have eschewed ooey, gooey or crunchy, sweet cookies since adopting a vegan lifestyle, you’ve apparantly never heard of Kelly Peloza, author of The Vegan Cookie Connoisseur (Skyhorse Publishing, November 2010). Peloza has been a vegan cookie baker since high school and has mastered the tasty art of cookie baking without dairy, eggs, or other non-vegan ingredients. The Vegan Cookie Connoisseur is a swoon-worthy collection of the best vegan cookie recipes that are accompanied by mouthwatering photographs of Peloza’s vegan desserts. Read More

Winter Fruit Compote

December 27, 2010 |  by  |  recipes

Give your favorite vegan breakfast recipes a warm, sweet, hearty boost of nutrition with a winter fruit compote. Stir compote into oatmeal or serve on sprouted toast smeared with vegan margarine. Read More

Broiled Grapefruit

December 27, 2010 |  by  |  recipes

Warm, juicy and delectably spiced, broiled grapefruit is one of my favorite naturally vegan breakfast recipes. This recipe features red grapefruit but any variety will become a warm, sweet, caramelized vegan treat. Serve as a vegan breakfast or vegan dessert — yes, they are that delicious. Read More

Vegan Potato Curry

December 24, 2010 |  by  |  recipes

Curry is the ultimate winter comfort food, with its heartiness and warm, enchantingly fragrant spices. This vegan curry features potatoes and garbanzo beans tantalizingly seasoned and delectably moistened with coconut milk. If you’re bored with your usual vegan holiday dishes, serve a vegan curry and you’ll have plenty of happy holiday guests at your table. Read More

Warm Wonderful Apple Cider

December 18, 2010 |  by  |  recipes

The savory sipping of apple cider begins in the fall and carries through until the chilly winter months fade. This spicy citrus-infused vegan drink is perfect for vegan holiday parties or whenever you need to warm your bones. In addition to wafting enchanting aromas through your house, you can adjust the mulling spices to suit your tastes. Read More