DESSERTS, COOKIES & BARS
Ginger Cookies
I am a big fan of ginger cookies and therefore I am constantly experimenting with trying to create the perfect oil free, vegan version. And here is a success …. I think. The recipe is adapted from the recipe on the Ginger Chips packet by The Ginger People. I used oat...
Excellent Chocolate Dessert
I call this the Excellent Chocolate Dessert because it truly is a big “yum”. It is great fun to invite the uninitiated to guess the ingredients. This is truly a delicious, decadent and yet healthy chocolate pudding and super easy to whip together. Many of...
Banana Cranberry Ice Cream
Non-dairy ice cream whipped up in a few minutes is a life saver when the desire for something sweet strikes. Or when there just isn’t time to make a dessert for dinner guests. I always have some frozen bananas in the freezer. Well, isn’t it true that bananas can...
Spicy Chocolate Cake
Stand up all those who love chocolate cake. Well, I imagine that takes care of almost everyone. So how about a way to secretly get the kids to eat their veggies, be gluten free (if you choose) and have a healthy for the heart slice of heaven all in one outrageously...
Plums & Apricots in Jars
We had guests staying for a few days and I wanted to give them some options for breakfast. As well as offering lots of fresh fruit, I made up these little jars of plums and apricots. Cooking the fruit briefly and adding a minimal of sweetener intensifies the flavour...
Chia Seed Pudding
Chia seeds are power packs of protein and Omega 3. I make up a bowl full of chia “pudding” and decant it into little jars to keep in the fridge for adding to my morning muesli or serving as a delightful dessert. These little pots of energy also make a quick...
Stewed Fruit Compote
Spice up your breakfast with this delicious stewed fruit compote. Dried fruit is available all year round, so transform your porridge or muesli with store cupboard ingredients. Top it with yoghurt or coconut cream for a delicious dessert. Just place a variety of dried...
Goji and Cocoa Nib Energy Bars
Homemade energy bars are far cry from the conventional store bought variety. First and foremost I can decide what I put in them. I choose ingredients that are nutritionally dense for maximum net-gain. The energy bars are quick and easy to prepare and can be stored in...