Cooked up some delicious and super rich vegan Oreo Pancakes (I used a recipe from the always fantastic Minimalist Baker; if you haven’t check out Dana’s blog you are missing out… she is killing it!) for a bit of a breakfast treat on this dreary Tuesday here in the Northeast. A few additions/tweaks I made to the recipe: a handful of hazelnuts to the ‘frosting’ (they were processed along with the coconut flakes), 1/4 cup coconut flour instead of the whole wheat (Note: You will need to use an additional 1/4 cup of liquid if you use this flour), and a tasty garnish of dark chocolate morsels and chia seeds before digging in.
Month: June 2015
Summer Smoothie Series, #3: Easy As (Key Lime) Pie
For the third smoothie in this series, I give you a drinkable and healthy version of a popular pie enjoyed in the summertime.
Creamy, sweet and tart, this smoothie tastes just like the real thing. Enjoy the flavors of Key Lime Pie in this drink without all of the sugar, fat and guilt you feel after having a slice or two.
Treat Yo’ Self Thursday #17, (Italian) Ice Ice Baby
The Italian equivalent to a slushy, granita, a Sicilian cousin of Italian ice is a semi-frozen shaved or scraped dessert made with sugar, water and other flavorings. It has a texture that varies from coarse to smooth (depending on the region), whereas Italian Ice is more sorbet-like in texture (freezes while being mixed, like ice cream).
My version of this icy Italian treat features fresh watermelon, strawberries, lime and an unlikely pairing that makes a delicious topping to drizzle on top.
Summer Smoothie Series, #2: Mango Brûlée It On Thick
For the second smoothie in this series, I give you a creamy and delicious vegan-friendly twist on a mango lassi (sans yogurt).
Caramelized pieces of ripe mango add a rich depth of flavor, coconut milk and banana provide a much needed creaminess, lime and a pinch of cardamom brighten up and round out this dream of a drink. Salivating yet? Try it yourself!
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