Hey Reader! I've been thinking a lot about what would help someone just starting out in the vegan baking and cooking world, and I realized a quick high-level overview of just some familiar ingredients I always have on hand- and what I make with them- might be really beneficial! So today we're looking at 4 very simple, very universal and popular ingredients that are staples in both a vegan and non-vegan kitchen that you can use for some really delicious plant-based goodies (that no one will...
5 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! A week ago, snow was blanketing the ground, and now we're enjoying some slightly warmer temps, albeit drizzly and soppy (though I kind of love it?! I'll sound weird for this, but 4 years of perpetual summer really has made me appreciate every single seasonal change!). Which means I'm still very much focused on cozy and comforting meals that are simple, quick to make, and have high pay-off (meaning you probably will get a few nights out of it!). Oh, and of course, taste freaking...
7 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! So I'm a little embarrassed to say this, but I literally now have this single serve chocolate chip cookie recipe memorized. Like, I could recite it and even make it in my sleep, and it's a little too easy that I could easily just make a second cookie from it...and a third...and maybe a fourth. But it's just SO. GOOD. Like bakery-style thick, soft with crisp, lightly browned edges, and pools of molten chocolate chips in every bite. It's the perfect cookie, and need I say that it's...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! I'm writing to you from- surprise! - the northeast! Because we officially moved from sunny Florida back up north to Connecticut, and we are thriving, even in the freezing cold (and multiple snow storms!). As we're settling in, I have to say, these 30 minute dinners have been saving my family through this move. Whether you're in the middle of crazy work week, trying to juggle school schedules with the kids, or (like me currently) unpacking boxes, you can easily rely on these...
13 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! I’m working on expanding my recipes (including some savory, family-style meals!!!), and before I create anything new, I want to make sure I’m solving the right problems for you. I've put together a very short survey (2–3 minutes), and your answers will directly shape what I share next!! Specifically, ones that taste traditional, feel nostalgic, and work for real life. And are all. vegan. ALWAYS! Take the survey here! If you’ve ever:– worried vegan food wouldn’t taste “as good”–...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Happy October!! Oh my goodness, did you all just love last month's challenge. I've never seen so many vegan pumpkin breads in my life!! Our winner, Emily S., was selected and emailed. Thank you to all who participated! And of course, we need to properly kick off our new Banana Baking Crew Challenge! So, without further ado, welcome to the third monthly Banana Baking Crew Challenge- a monthly challenge where we bake one recipe together, and at the end of the month, a winner will be...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! I'm so excited that fall is officially just 2 day away, so we're celebrating with not pumpkin, nor apple, but MAPLE! Introducing your new favorite fall bake: brown sugar maple mascarpone cheesecake. And you bet it's all vegan. Grab the recipe here! The best part? I actually made this recipe in partnership with my absolute favorite candle company, Fig & Fire. I discovered Karen's candles about 2 years ago, searching for years prior for a good vegan, cruelty free, and nontoxic candle...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Happy September!! We've made it to the 'ber months 🥳🍂 And of course, we need to properly kick off our new Banana Baking Crew Challenge! So, without further ado, welcome to the second monthly Banana Baking Crew Challenge- a monthly challenge where we bake one recipe together, and at the end of the month, a winner will be selected at random for a prize! More details here: How to join the Banana Baking Crew And since it's officially September, which also means it is unofficially and...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! It's been a HOT few weeks as we closed out spring and stepped into summer. Jared and I actually took a road trip up to see family in the northeast, and somehow, the Florida heat traveled with us 🫠 And yet, I'm still always craving something sweet, so I figured you would be too 😉 How about we make something that doesn't require turning on our oven? Sounds like a good idea. Let's see what's NOT baking lately: 1. Peanut Butter Oreo Icebox Cake This fully loaded peanut butter Oreo...
over 1 year ago • 2 min read