Does anybody else always seem to have a bag of dried cranberries in the pantry leftover from Thanksgiving? No matter what time of year it is, those darn craisins just continue to sit there. You don’t even remember what recipe you bought them for; you probably just threw a handful on a salad or something….
Tag: vegan sweets
Fudgy Vegan Brownies
There are a lot of weird vegan brownie recipes out there. Black bean brownies, sweet potato brownies, and even zucchini brownies all exist… and they’re actually pretty good. However, sometimes you just want a good old-fashioned chocolate brownie. Something fudgy and sweet, with no secret ingredients. That’s where recipes like this one come in! Unlike…
Vegan Mango Coconut Mousse
During the summer, I hate turning on the oven. It makes the house way too hot, and it’s honestly just not worth it. I prefer eating cool, refreshing meals like salads, sandwiches, and wraps! The same goes for dessert: I’d so much rather have something cold than go through the trouble of baking something. My…
Vegan Baked Matcha Cheesecake With Oreo Crust
This summer, I am going to be traveling to Japan alone for the first time. This marks a very special moment in my life, as it represents me embracing my Japanese heritage. For the majority of my childhood, I resented the Japanese holidays we celebrated at home and was embarrassed of the bento boxes my…
Brownie Bottom Banana Bread Bars
Happy Easter Sunday! I hope all of you are enjoying the holiday and spending it with your families. This year, I am spending my Easter in Los Angeles! I’m here for spring break to visit a few colleges, as well as enjoy all the vegan food. This afternoon, I plan to go to the weekly…
Vegan Strawberry Muffins With Lemon Glaze
Last week, I completed my school’s leadership program for juniors. To celebrate, everyone in the program brought in food, and we all had a big breakfast together. I signed up to bring blueberry muffins, since I knew I had a bag of blueberries in my freezer. But when I went to make the muffins, I…
Vegan Salted Caramel Pretzel Blondies
Salty-sweet desserts have been a subject of debate in my household for as long as I can remember. I have always loved anything salty- sweet, particular when caramel is involved. Salted caramel is my jam. My dad, on the other hand, is not a fan of salty-sweet desserts. He despises chocolate-covered pretzels and claims to…
Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet
Happy Sunday everyone! I hope you’re all having an amazing holiday season. Also, for my fellow students who are taking exams this week, I wish you all the best of luck! I know how overwhelming it is to study for finals, as I’ve been doing it all week. In the midst of my studying, however,…
Vegan Red Velvet Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting
There’s something magical about red velvet cake. The flavor, the color, the texture… it all just screams pure decadence. Even the name red velvet is delightful! It sounds rich and luxurious, like something you’d find in a celebrity’s home. Not to mention, red velvet is the perfect cake flavor for so many holidays. The color makes…
Vegan Oreo Brownies
What’s your favorite classic dessert? Brownies are definitely mine! Sure, cookies and cupcakes are tasty, but nothing beats the rich chocolate flavor of a freshly-baked, fudgy brownie. If I see a table full of desserts at a party, you can bet that I’ll be reaching for the brownies first. You really cannot go wrong with…