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Vegan Chocolate Mousse Terrine

Here is a rich, elegant, special occasion dessert that is pretty easy to assemble, believe it or not. Fudgy brownie … More

animal activism, animal rights, Baking, cake, chef, chocolate, dairy free, dairy-free baking, desserts, Personal chef, Vegan, vegan chocolate, vegetarian

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Muffins

These tasty muffins are standard in my seasonal recipe rotation. They are moist and richly flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice … More

brunch, dairy free, desserts, egg-free, greenmarket, healthy baking, holiday desserts, low-cholesterol, muffins, pumpkin, Vegan, vegan baking, vegetarian

Vegan Pumpkin (or Sweet Potato) Pie

This is hands-down the best pumpkin pie recipe out there! The sweet, creamy filling is firm without being dry, and … More

chef, Cooking, dairy free, desserts, Food, holiday, plant-based diet, Vegan, vegetarian

Vegan Chocolate Silk Pie

Here’s a recipe that is sure to impress!  A no-bake chocolate cookie crust filled with super easy, super rich and … More

animal activism, animal rights, chocolate, cruelty-free, desserts, Food photography, holiday, mousse, non-dairy, pie, plant strong, plant-based diet, special occasion, Tofu, tofu desserts, valentine's day, Vegan, vegan baking, vegan chef, Vegan Desserts, vegan food, vegan-friendly, vegetarian

Roasted Pumpkin Mousse

  Here’s a little something special to spice up your next vegan feast! Roasted Pumpkin Mousse 15 ounces PUMPKIN PUREE … More

animal rights, Cooking, desserts, holiday, meatless, plant-based, pumpkin, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

Blueberry Cheezecake

I’ve been reflecting today on where this all began.  I started this blog way back in the Fall of 2012, … More

blueberry, cheesecake, desserts, kitchen time, Lifestyle, Low-fat vegan, Oil-free, recipes, Tofu, Vegan, Vegan Desserts, vegan food, vegetarian, vegetarian desserts

Banana-Chocolate Bread Pudding

BANANA-CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING recipe courtesy Isa Chandra Moskowitz 6 CUPS CUBED STALE BREAD 1 CUP CHOCOLATE CHIPS 3 BANANAS, RIPE, … More

Baking, chocolate, Cooking, desserts, holiday, plant-based diet, sweets, Vegan, vegetarian

Vegan Apple Crisp

I remember when I first became aware there was such a thing called apple crisp. And it wasn’t at home. … More

Comfort food, Cooking, dairy free, desserts, Food, plant-based, Vegan, vegan baking, Vegan Desserts, vegetarian

Key Lime Icebox Pie with Mango-Ginger Coulis

Here’s a little something different for you, dear readers. A delicious creamy, no-bake dessert that is sweet, but not overly … More

Cooking, dairy free, desserts, Food, plant-based, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

Vegan Creme Brûlée

  Yes, you read that right. Creme brûlée. Silky smooth and creamy sweet. And can I just mention, so easy … More

chef, Cooking, dairy free, desserts, egg-free, Food, plant-based diet, Vegan, vegetarian

Vegan Fudge Brownies (Low-Fat)

This is by far the best low-fat vegan brownie recipe I have found. I’ve been through a lot of cookbooks. … More

brownies, chocolate, cocoa, Comfort food, dairy free, desserts, vegan baking, vegan cookies, Vegan Desserts, Vegan recipes, vegan treats

Two-Ingredient Chocolate Sauce

Here’s a recipe I almost forgot I had in my collection. This one is from way back in my culinary … More

chocolate, Cooking, desserts, recipes, sauces, Vegan, vegetarian

Best Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

When I Google a recipe I narrow my search by starting with the word “best”. When it comes to vegan … More

chocolate, Comfort food, desserts, Vegan, vegan baking, Vegan Desserts

Vegan Frangipane-Raspberry Strudel

I got to thinking about frangipane and how I hadn’t enjoyed it since way back in my culinary school days. I … More

animal activism, brunch, Comfort food, dairy free, desserts, frangipane, pastry, plant-based, Vegan, vegan baking, Vegan Desserts, vegetarian

Chocolate Raspberry Ganache Cake (gluten and soy free)

  I’m all about taking a good thing and making it better. That’s what I did with this classic chocolatey favorite. … More

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