Fluffy, moist, thick yet light: All a yummy pancake should be...and these are vegan! I have tasted vegan pancakes before and um, yeah, OK, they were good, but I was never impressed--Well, not anymore-- I cannot believe I achieved it! I think the secret for their fluffiness is the whipped-up aquafaba that I use in my batter. It's simply drained liquid from canned beans ... Read More »
Pumpkin Raisin Walnut Scone (Vegan)
My latest scone du jour: Pumpkin Raisin Walnut Scone: Another great nutrient trio! I have decided to call my new line of Cuisinicity scones my trifecta scones (check my other 2 so far: Pear Fig Walnut Scones, Apple Date Walnut Scones and I have many more in mind that I am working on)! It makes sense: the definition of trifecta is "a perfect group of three" or " winning three ... Read More »
Pear Walnut Fig Scones (Vegan)
Fresh ripe Bartlett pears, dried figs and walnuts--what a divine trio, full of flavor and nutrients!! These yummy pear walnut fig scones are a variation of my vegan Apple Date Walnut scones. They too are vegan and have no added sugar--the sweetness comes from the ripe pears, dried figs (I use organic Turkish Figs) and walnuts--just enough to satisfy that sweet spot! They ... Read More »
Apple Date Walnut Scones (Vegan)
I love scones with a cup of tea on a blustery afternoon, or dipped in a cappuccino on an easy Sunday morning... and these yummy vegan apple date walnut scones just satisfy that little "indulgence" without the guilt! They have no added sugar! The sweetness comes naturally from the apples, dates (I use Medjool dates) and walnuts and it's just enough! In fact, have decided to ... Read More »
Cocoa Oat Almond Shake (Vegan)
If you love deep dark chocolate, you will absolutely love this Cocoa Oat Almond Shake! It goes down so smooth and it's so good for you!! There is no added sugar--the sweetness comes from the ripe frozen banana and the medjool date, but interestingly, you don't really taste either. It just tastes decadently chocolaty rich and creamy! Of course, that richness has nothing to do ... Read More »
Simply Nutty Granola
Nothing like a simple homemade granola to fill the house with wonderful welcome home aromas! This granola is not too sweet, so you can just enjoy it plain or add some dried fruit to it, if you like it a little sweeter. It's filled with oats, walnuts and almonds so it is rich in protein, fiber and healthy oils. Perfect for breakfast with fresh fruit and yogurt, but remember, ... Read More »
Banana Date Almond Shake
A great vegan shake--YUMMY in your tummy! It's naturally sweet and creamy and is just so satisfying! The creaminess comes from the banana and the tofu (the latter completely disappears in this wonderful shake so you don't even know it's there!). The result is a perfect snack filled with protein and potassium-perfect for your best workout! This may well have become my ... Read More »
Banana Hazelnut Pancakes
These pancakes are made with organic white whole wheat flour which has all the nutritional advantages of traditional whole wheat, but with a lighter color and a milder taste. Here is one I like to use and another one that may be easier to find at your regular supermarket. The batter is filled with ripe banana and ground hazelnuts and the result is outrageously delicious, ... Read More »
Power Strawberry Banana Milk Shake
This is another one of my power nutrition breakfast "milk" shake! The “secret” ingredients which you would never know are in there–you just don’t taste them–are rolled oats and lentils. I like to use regular or red lentils for this milk shake because they "camouflage" completely! You can use canned lentils (click here for a brand I like, but rinse well so as to get rid of any ... Read More »
Strawberry Banana Panini
This is a fresh fruit panini that is just delightful for breakfast or lunch! It's just made with fresh sliced strawberries and banana, Greek yogurt, a little honey and a dash of cinnamon. But watch out! It's all in the ingredients you choose: I use wholegrain bread that is high in fiber, low in salt, low in sugar, and has no partially hydrogenated oils (even has lentils, and ... Read More »
