Vegan Mom Yas

After making these bars, I felt guilty eating them because of how beautiful they looked. I must admit that it reminds me of the peanut butter big cups that my hubby is always getting. I don't mind eating the whole thing, knowing it was made with wholesome ingredients! Yield: 6 bars You will need: Bottom layer: -1/4 cup melted coconut oil -1/4 cup raw carob/cocoa powder -1 tablespoon maple syrup -1-2 tablespoons date paste -1 tablespoon shredded coconut Peanut butter frosting: -2-3 tablespoons peanut butter -1 tablespoon date paste Directions: 1. Using a food processor, blend all the ingredients together for the base until combined and creamy 2. Press the mix in a lined container and place in the fridge to harden as you create your frosting 3. Mix the frosting ingredients together and spread over the base layer 4. Place in the fridge to harden up before slicing 5. Store in an airtight container in the fridge/freezer until ready to enjoy!

I love the flavor of matcha powder so I decided to put together some energy bites that revolved around the delicious matcha flavor I adore. These bites are so divine and can be eaten at any time of the day for a quick "picker-upper" energy boost. Yield: 12 balls You will need: -1 cup oat flour -1 tablespoon Matcha powder -3/4 cup shredded coconut -1/2 cup peanut butter (almond butter works great too) -2/3 cup coconut milk -2 tablespoons date paste (any seeetener) -2 tablespoons cocoa nibs Directions: 1. Using a blender, blend the oat flour, matcha powder and coconut together until fine 2. Pour the oar mix and all the rest of the ingredients (except the cocoa nibs) into a food processor and mix until combined 3. Pulse in the cocoa nibs at the end and pour the whole mixture into a bowl and place in the fridge for about 1 hour to harsen slightly for easier rolling 4. Once ready, roll the mix into balls and place on a parchment paper 5. Store the balls in an airt

Some of my two favorite things... mulberries and chocolate. Well I've figured out a way to combine them both and I feel like it's genius! A mulberry chocolate bar! Simple yet so satisfyingly beautiful! Yield: 6 bars You will need: -1 tablespoon maple syrup -1-2 tablespoons date paste -1/4 cup raw carob/cocoa powder -1/4 cup melted coconut oil -A dash of cinnamon -A pinch of salt -1/2 cup dried mulberries -1/2 cup shredded coconut Directions: 1. Using a food processor, blend all the ingredients together until combined and then pulse in the berries and shredded coconut at the end 3. Press the mix in a lined container and place in the fridge overnight to harden up before slicing 4. Store in an airtight container in the fridge/freezer until ready to enjoy!

These bars were fun to make because I got to experiment with the layers and came out with deliciously satisfying results! And may I add... who doesn't love peanut butter and chocolate together! The base of these bars is quite addicting. I may be making the base again just to roll them into bliss balls too! I know you will enjoy these little gems! Yield:12-16 bars (depending on how you cut them) You will need: Base: -1/2 cup dried mulberries -1/2 cup dried figs (about 5) -2-3 tablespoons raw cocoa/carob powder -1/4 cup date paste -1-2 tablespoons melted coconut oil -1/2 cup steel cut oats/rolled oats Filling: -2/3-1 cup peanut butter (any nut/seed butter) -1-2 tablespoons coconut oil -2 tablespoons date paste/maple syrup -A dash of cinnamon/vanilla -A pinch of salt Directions: 1. Using a food processor, blend all the ingredients together for the base until a dough is formed and press the dough down into a plastic wrap lined pan of choice and set aside 2. Using a

I grew up making carrot cake every other weekend. I loved the addition of pineapple too, adding delicious flavor and moisture to such a popular cake. I decided to create something around those flavors,  filling our home with wonderful smells as the boys woke up. It was such a success... I can't wait to make this creation again! Yield: 8x8in cake You will need: Base: -1 cup steel cut oats/rolled oats -1 cup shredded coconut -1 tablespoon Lucuma powder (mixed with 1 tablespoon of water to create a thick paste to help with binding) -A dash of cinnamon -1 cup apple sauce -2 tablespoons peanut butter (any nut/seed butter) -2 tablespoons date paste -1/2 cup grated carrots (about 1 small carrot) -1/4 cup diced/crushed pineapple  Topping: -1-2 tablespoons coconut oil -2 tablespoons date paste/maple syrup -2 tablespoons water/pineapple juice -1/2 cup grated carrots (about 1 small carrot) -2 tablespoons shredded coconut -1/4 cup dried raisins/mulberri

I wanted to create a peanut butter inspired loaf with all my favorite additions. This loaf was so quick to make and can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or even a snack. Slice a piece and throw it in the toaster and smear some peanut butter or jam on it too! The possibilities are endless! Yum yum is all I have to say. Yield: 1 loaf You will need: -1 mashed ripe banana (you can substitute for 1/2 cup apple sauce) -1/2 cup peanut butter -1/4 cup date paste -1/4 cup maple syrup -1 cup gluten-free oats/oat flour -A dash of cinnamon -A pinch of Himalayan salt -1/2 teaspoon baking soda Directions: 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees 2. Mix all the wet ingredients together and stir in the dry ingredients until well combined 3. Pour into a parchment lined loaf pan and bake for 18-20 minutes 4. Allow to cool before slicing and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge *Optional drizzle for the icing on top: Mix together: -2 tablespoons runny peanut butter (he

You can definitely use any of your favorite cereals in this recipe. The added crunch of cereal reminds me of the crispy rice chocolate bar, yet without all the added sugar! You will love this rich and crispy chocolate bar! Yield: 6 bars You will need: -1 tablespoon maple syrup -1-2 tablespoons date paste -1/4 cup raw carob/cocoa powder -1/4 cup melted coconut oil -A dash of cinnamon -A pinch of salt -3/4 cup crispy rice cereal (any cereal) -1/4 cup shredded coconut Directions: 1. Using a food processor, blend all the ingredients together until combined and then pulse in the crispy rice cereal and shredded coconut at the end 3. Press the mix in a lined container and place in the fridge overnight to harden up before slicing 4. Store in an airtight container in the fridge/freezer until ready to enjoy!

I woke up the other morning and my throat felt like it had razors in it. I needed something to sooth my aching throat and I put this smoothie together. After every sip, my throat was thanking me because of the coldness running through it. It didn't cure it but it definitely helped! Yield: 1 serving You will need: -3-4 frozen bananas -1-2 cups frozen mango -2 stems of kale -1-2 cup coconut water -1 tablespoon Matcha Green tea powder -1 tablespoon flax seed -1/2 tablespoon shredded coconut Directions: 1. Blend all ingredients together in blender, except for the coconut. Sprinkle the coconut over top *Add a little water to help blending if needed

I enjoy walnuts at any time of the day. I always have a batch soaking in water in my fridge to help soften and activate them. Every day I rinse and change the water and I'm snacking on them throughout the day on their own or paired up with some dates. I decided to make a chocolate walnut spread and I'm so glad I did because it's a great dip and spread with anything! Yield: 1 1/2 cup walnut butter You will need: -1 1/2 cup walnuts (that have been soaking in water for at least 4 hours) -1 1/2-2 tablespoons raw cocoa/carob powder -2-3 tablespoons date paste/maple syrup -2 tablespoons water Directions: Using a high speed blender, blend all the ingredients together until nice and smooth (this may take some time) and store in an airtight container in the fridge.

I wanted to create a dessert type spread that was similar to the flavor of Nutella, but making it nut-free using hemp seeds. This turned out AMAZING! Julien was eating it right out of the jar and could've eaten the whole thing. A delicious spread for a sandwich, add it to a smoothie or even oatmeal! Yield: A little less than 1 cup You will need: -1cup hemp seeds -1 heaping tablespoon raw cocoa/carob powder -2 tablespoons date paste/maple syrup -2 tablespoons water Directions: Using a high speed blender, blend all the ingredients together until nice and smooth (this may take some time) and store in an airtight container in the fridge.