Vegan Holiday Cookies: Snickerdoodles and Chocolate Chip

I love the holidays because it gives me an excuse to bake A LOT and one of my favorite things to bake are cookies! My personal favorite cookies are snickerdoodles and chocolate chip cookies. Now, I am going to tell you how to make my favorite cookies the vegan-friendly way! Vegan Snickerdoodles: Dough: 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 cup Kelapo Coconut Oil  3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup vanilla soymilk 1 tsp. vanilla extract Kelapo Coconut Oil Cooking Spray Cinnamon Sugar Coating: 1/2 cup sugar 2 tbsp. ground cinnamon Directions: 1. Preheat oven […]

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Holiday Party Appetizers

We are all beginning to get those invitations for holiday parties, so your time is running out for finding that perfect dish! I always like to impress people with a delicious, homemade appetizer. If you are still struggling with what to bring I made a list of my favorites that are sure to be a hit! Asparagus Tart – Who can resist delicious melted cheese and asparagus on a flaky pastry? Cut this deliciousness into bite size pieces and it is sure to be a party favorite! Or if you are vegan try our Vegan Asparagus Tart with White Bean Pesto. Baked Zucchini– This […]

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Top 5 Ways to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

Can you believe it is almost December? This year has flown by. I’m eager for all the holiday parties that will be coming up next month, but with parties comes food and with food comes potential weight gain. Weight gain is one thing no woman wants to experience! I’ve come up with my personal Top 5 Ways to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain this season, check them out below: 1. Drink a glass of water before a big meal – Drinking a glass of water before a meal keeps you hydrated and “fills up” your stomach so that you don’t eat as much. […]

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