10 Minute Vegan Peanut Butter French Toast, Raspberry-Banana Compote

10 Minute Vegan Peanut Butter French Toast, Raspberry-Banana Compote

Guys, are you lazy AF (AF = as fack, just learned that recently cause I’m old AF) like I am, but hungry AF as I am? Do you sometimes get some sweet cravings, but don’t want to binge on some non-vegan BS and whale out? Well this is the breakfast for you! And totally just …

Cornmeal Pancakes with Hotshot Syrup

Cornmeal Pancakes with Hotshot Syrup

It’s that time of year – when people begin regretting stuffing 3 donuts in their face every morning during the holidays or going to the movies 3 days in a row and promising yourself that you won’t eat popcorn, but you see a Cheetos popcorn special and order a small, a large, and a nachos. …

Up Beet Chia Pudding

Up Beet Chia Pudding

Do you need a little perk-me-up in the morning? No, I’m not talking about THAT kind – get your head outta the gutter. I’m talking about something filling, healthy and slightly sweet & slight spicy to get your day going. Then you’re going to want to make this Up Beet Chia Pudding with Lumi Juice …

Sweet Breakfast Polenta

Sweet Breakfast Polenta

I grew up eating a lot of instant grits, and for some odd reason, I loved it. I was probably – no – definitely, the only 5 year old loving it. Aside from instant grits though, we made this lunch dish using Semolina – combined with chilies, peanuts, cumin, and coriander. So there are multiple …

Sweet & Savory Bruschetta

Sweet & Savory Bruschetta

I have a certain appreciation and love for finger foods – or rather, normally large-sized foods that have been turned into mini versions. Why? They’re easier to eat and can appreciate the flavors more. Also they’re super cute. Here is a simple recipe for a super satisfying hors d’oeuvre that can be served at a …

5 Ingredient Chia Seed Pudding

5 Ingredient Chia Seed Pudding

Chia seeds are all the rage now – packed with omega 33’s, antioxidants, potassium, protein, and fiber – these seeds can really be incorporated into anything. They don’t require cooking or blending, and have a neutral flavor. Below is my super simple 5-ingredient chia seed pudding that is perfect for breakfast or lunch. It’s super …

Chocolate Peanut Butter Mascarpone French Toast

Chocolate Peanut Butter Mascarpone French Toast

Does this really need an introduction? Don’t the pictures just speak for themselves?! Chocolate Peanut-Butter Mascarpone French Toast:  4 slices of white bread 1/4 cup fat-free half&half 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp ground cinnamon 4 tbsp Reese’s Peanut Butter Spread 4 tbsp mascarpone chocolate chips peanut butter chips powdered sugar 1. Please half&half, vanilla …

Chocolate-Cannoli Cupcakes

Chocolate-Cannoli Cupcakes

This doesn’t need much of an introduction.. so here ya go! Chocolate Cupcake: My moist chocolate cupcake recipe – baked into about 40 regular sized cupcakes. Cooled. Cannoli Frosting: 1 1/2 stick unsalted butter – at room temperature 1/3 part-skim ricotta – drained in a cheese cloth 1 tsp vanilla extract 6 cups confectioners sugar …

Eggless Nutella Stuffed French Toast

Eggless Nutella Stuffed French Toast

Last weekend a legend passed away: Michele Ferrero the owner of Nutella (not to mention the richest man in Italy) died on Valentine’s Day (of all days!!!). In his honor, I had to use Nutella this past weekend (let’s be honest, it was just another excuse for me to use Nutella). Recently my mom made …

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Scones with Caramel Drizzle

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Scones with Caramel Drizzle

What do you do with tons of leftover Halloween candy? Make them even better. I love scones – they’re easy, egg-less, and everyone loves them. You’ll probably notice that I have a few scone recipes on my blog, so this is just adding to the collection! Also, my new colleagues loved them 🙂 Reese’s Peanut …