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Vegan Crunchy Chickpeas Snack Recipe

July 26, 2017 By Dishan Mendis Leave a Comment

Well, salt and vinegar are such a classic taste combo and this vegan crunchy chickpeas snack recipe delivers this beloved flavor sensation in spades!

They work as a savory snack on the road, for munching during long trips, or as a tasty homemade appetizer—practically any occasion really!

Chickpeas are of course a great source of protein and calcium, making this vegan treat a healthy snack option. Easy to make, and the kids will like it too! The little ones will love the science like experiment seeing the boiling of chickpeas in vinegar and experiencing the pungent aroma. Just make sure to keep the room well ventilated!

Once they’ve been roasted, they come out gorgeously browned and crispy and with a slightly smoky flavor that really complements the savory salt and vinegar effect. Be sure to make this vegan crunchy snack your companion on your next journey out of town when there aren’t always many vegan-friendly options at hand, and you’ll probably be the envy of your traveling companions before you start sharing!

Nutrition Facts

Vegan Crunchy Chickpeas Snack Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 400 Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 11g 17%

Saturated Fat 1g 5%

Polyunsaturated Fat 3g

Monounsaturated Fat 5g

Sodium 2681mg 112%

Potassium 606mg 17%

Total Carbohydrates 60g 20%

Dietary Fiber 17g 68%

Sugars 11g

Protein 19g 38%

Vitamin A 1%

Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 10%

Iron 27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Vegan Chocolate Cupcake Recipe with Avocado Frosting

July 26, 2017 By Dishan Mendis Leave a Comment

These easy to make cupcakes are a one bowl wonder! Avocados have taken their rightful place in the world of baking and you won’t believe how well they actually work with chocolate when you try this vegan chocolate cupcake recipe with avocado frosting!

These charming cupcakes are the perfect vegan treat for a valentine’s day or any party where you’d like to impress your friends or guests with a homemade vegan delight!

Dairy-free, egg free and nut free, they make an excellent birthday recipe or a kid’s recipe as well!

Avocadoes are known to be an excellent source of fiber and healthy fats plus avocados & chocolate are brain foods which of course an added bonus!

The icing on the cake, so to speak, in this recipe is definitely the avocado frosting which is unbelievably luscious, creamy and chocolaty! Prepare it while you bake your cupcakes to save a little time and get them served up sooner – because you’re certain to have everyone in the house getting excited with the rich aromas of chocolate and vanilla wafting through the air!

Once they’re ready, your family or lucky guests can enjoy these delightfully tasting treats knowing that they’re a lot healthier than they look.

Nutrition Facts

Vegan Chocolate Cupcake Recipe with Avocado Frosting

Amount Per Serving

Calories 245 Calories from Fat 117

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 13g 20%

Saturated Fat 3g 15%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 7g

Sodium 118mg 5%

Potassium 254mg 7%

Total Carbohydrates 34g 11%

Dietary Fiber 4g 16%

Sugars 21g

Protein 2g 4%

Calcium 7%

Iron 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

July 26, 2017 By Dishan Mendis Leave a Comment

Now here’s a fun recipe to liven up your Valentine’s Day, Halloween, Christmas or any other celebration! This vegan chocolate peanut butter cups recipe isn’t just a quick & easy recipe, but it’s completely dairy-free to boot, making these the perfect little vegan bites for your sweet tooth for anyone who is lactose intolerant.

Try them as an Easter recipe, a super easy dessert recipe or just whenever you have a hankering for an inviting homemade vegan treat! The kids will love it too!

You can make it simple or as complicated as you like, and as long as you’re using good quality peanut butter & chocolate, there really isn’t anything better!

If you’re feeling creative or want to add a bit more festive fun, you can also use any chocolate mold or silicon mold to make exciting shapes that are sure to attract the little ones. Think bunnies for Easter, trees & snowmen for Christmas, or have your children pick their own designs as a birthday treat.

However you choose to present them, the classic combination of chocolate and peanut flavors and the slight touch of vanilla create an enchanting chemistry!

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Nutrition Facts

Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 149 Calories from Fat 90

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 10g 15%

Saturated Fat 4g 20%

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Sodium 51mg 2%

Potassium 72mg 2%

Total Carbohydrates 16g 5%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 6g

Protein 4g 8%

Calcium 0.4%

Iron 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe

July 26, 2017 By Dishan Mendis Leave a Comment

Vegan peanut butter chocolate chip ice cream recipe proves that being vegan doesn’t mean you miss out on any of your favorite frozen treats. In fact, it may demonstrate to your non-vegan friends the kind of choices a modern vegan has!

This vegan treat makes for another great kid’s recipe as well and you may have difficulty keeping them out of the kitchen when they find out what you’re making!

The smooth and silky texture of this dessert recipe is heavenly, and the combination of peanut butter and chocolate is divine. Better yet, it’s easy to experiment with this recipe to suit the tastes of your guests and feel free to go with almond butter or any nut butter of your choice to add your own flair to it.

Nothing says summer quite like ice cream, and with your own homemade egg-free vegan ice cream version ready, the whole family will quench their cravings during this summer in the most delicious, nutty, chocolaty way possible!

Nutrition Facts

Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 616 Calories from Fat 405

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 45g 69%

Saturated Fat 27g 135%

Polyunsaturated Fat 5g

Monounsaturated Fat 11g

Sodium 251mg 10%

Potassium 627mg 18%

Total Carbohydrates 52g 17%

Dietary Fiber 5g 20%

Sugars 42g

Protein 11g 22%

Vitamin C 3%

Calcium 4%

Iron 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Vegan Apple Pie Recipe

July 26, 2017 By Dishan Mendis Leave a Comment

There’s no better Thanksgiving dessert than a homemade apple pie hot from the oven and with this vegan apple pie recipe, no-one is left out!

Coconut oil makes an easy and tasty replacement for butter in this bake, and this awesome fruit dessert is completely egg-free and nut-free as well. It’s a perfect baking recipe for any holiday making it a warm and comforting vegan treat perfect for the whole family!

Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked apples to bring friends and family together, and by combining apples of different varieties you can lend your own unique spin to this recipe.

Think Granny Smiths for extra tartness, Golden Delicious for sweetness, Gala apples or McIntosh apples for extra juiciness – it’s totally up to you.

With its flaky crust, ambrosial syrupy center and just a hint of cinnamon, this would also be a perfect accompaniment to your favorite vegan ice cream! It’s best served hot from the oven and enjoyed straight away!

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Nutrition Facts

Vegan Apple Pie Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 573 Calories from Fat 288

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 32g 49%

Saturated Fat 30g 150%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 2g

Sodium 197mg 8%

Potassium 159mg 5%

Total Carbohydrates 65g 22%

Dietary Fiber 4g 16%

Sugars 24g

Protein 5g 10%

Vitamin A 1%

Vitamin C 7%

Calcium 1%

Iron 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.