When I originally posted these Banana Egg Pancakes, nearly a decade ago, I was feeding a two-year-old who would eat anything. I made them with just two ingredients—banana and egg— and was excited about how simple they were. Fast forward to now, and that same child is now 12 years old. And he definitely wouldn’t consider that original 2-ingredient recipe a “pancake” anymore. They were more of a banana soufflé, if we’re being honest about the taste and texture....

As a person who grew up eating McDonald’s regularly, I’ve enjoyed my fair share of Big Macs. That’s why I created this salad. It has all the flavors of the classic fast-food burger, including a healthy special sauce, but with extra fiber and veggies. The star of this recipe is the special sauce, which I first developed with cashews as a mayo-free option. But you could also use hemp hearts for extra protein, or skip the sauce and use your favorite store-bought option....

Chickpea pancakes are made with chickpea flour , for a naturally gluten-free and grain-free breakfast option. You can make them sweet, or savory (with no added sugar!), and I’ll share both ways below. Benefits of Chickpea Flour What makes chickpea flour healthy? It’s made from ground dry chickpeas, so it’s a good source of plant-based protein, while also being gluten-free. Here’s why you’ll love it: Chickpea flour appears to have less acrylamide formation when heated, compared to other several other types of flours....

This Chocolate Vegan Frosting is quick & easy to prepare, calling for just a few simple ingredients. I love how it’s fruit-sweetened for a healthy frosting option , and that it’s naturally dairy-free and oil-free, too. Vegan Frosting Ingredients You’ll need just a few simple ingredients to make this easy frosting recipe. Medjool dates (or any soft, squishy variety) Coconut cream (from a can of coconut milk) Cacao powder Vanilla extract (optional) Salt (optional) This idea came to me after trying to make a date-sweetened frosting several different ways....

Air Fryer Bacon turns out perfectly crispy, with easy clean up. Using an air fryer makes the process almost completely hands-off! Did you know that 50% of the fat in bacon is monounsaturated fat? This includes oleic acid , which is also found in olive oil. Unlike some brands of margarine, it also has no trans fat, so the leftover bacon grease makes a popular choice for cooking, if you’d like to save the rendered bacon grease for later....

Growing up, Chocolate Crinkles were a favorite in our house– the rich, chocolate cookies that are smothered in powdered sugar. Naturally, I needed to try making a grain-free version this year. If you ask me, the main requirement for Chocolate Crinkles is that they are chewy and chocolate-y, almost like a brownie. They also tend to be drenched in powdered sugar! Sadly, I have yet to find a suitable substitute for refined powdered sugar....

Baked Apples are quite possibly the easiest Fall dessert. All you need is 7 ingredients, and about 15 minutes of time to assemble, then it bakes to perfection in the oven! Baked apples pack all the flavor of apple pie, without the extra effort. Just toss thinly sliced apples with some sugar and spices, and then the oven takes care of the rest! This healthy dessert is a great option for those who need to serve gluten-free or dairy-free guests....

Zucchini Lasagna is a healthy dinner idea, made with thinly sliced zucchini instead of noodles! It’s a great way to use up any zucchini you have on hand, and is an easy option for those who need a gluten-free or low-carb recipe. Why You’ll Love It It’s delicious. Zucchini lasagna tastes a lot like regular lasagna, so you’ll still enjoy all the flavor you love, with extra veggies in each bite....

If you have too many ripe avocados on hand, here’s how to freeze avocados to help them last longer. Frozen avocado adds creaminess to smoothies, and you can thaw it to make guacamole, too! What You’ll Need To freeze avocados, you’ll need them to be ripe first. Avocados won’t ripen any more in the freezer, so you’ll want them to give slightly when you press on the outer shell....

We go through a lot of frozen bananas in our house. At first, we started freezing them for smoothies, but recently, my daughter has decided she loves eating them straight from the freezer, sliced. They taste like mini ice cream bites! It’s thanks to her new habit that I figured out what causes bananas to brown in the freezer. (Hint: It’s not securing the lid tightly!) So, I’ll show you how to avoid brown bananas in the freezer with the method below—assuming you don’t have young kids who might sabotage your efforts....

Mashed Cauliflower is a surprisingly delicious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Whether you’re looking for a low-carb or keto alternative, or you simply want a new way to use cauliflower, you’ll love this easy recipe. Ingredients You’ll Need Just like mashed potatoes, you can customize mashed cauliflower with any mix-ins you love. Add melted butter for richness, or use a drizzle of olive oil to keep these dairy-free. Sauteed garlic adds flavor, but you can also add chopped green onions, rosemary, or chives....

These Peanut Butter Date Cookies have all the flavor you love, without using any flour or refined sugar. They are naturally sweetened with dates, and taste like the perfect peanut butter cookie. This recipe is inspired by my 4-ingredient peanut butter cookies, only this time we’re using dates instead of coconut sugar as the sweetener. And I’ve kept this recipe vegan by using a flax egg! The result is a perfectly sweet peanut butter cookie, with a chewy, tender middle....

Sweet Potato Pudding is a healthy dessert, made with just 4 simple ingredients. It tastes like the holidays, with a hint of ginger in each bite, and has a vibrant hue, thanks to whichever variety of sweet potato you use. Why You’ll Love It It’s unique! While most pudding recipes use milk as the base, this pudding is primarily made of roasted sweet potatoes. When you blend them together with ginger, coconut milk, and maple syrup, it has a warming, comforting flavor that feels like Fall in a cup....

This is not only the best vegan Pesto I’ve ever made, it’s the best pesto recipe I’ve ever made, period. I think you’ll love it just as much, and the fact that it’s dairy-free is just a bonus. Ingredients You’ll Need What is vegan pesto made of? Fresh basil Garlic Lemon juice Walnuts (or pine nuts) White miso (for a Parmesan cheese flavor) Salt It’s so simple, yet so unbelievably flavorful....

Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps taste like a restaurant-quality meal, but you can make them at home in less than 30 minutes! They are fresh, flavorful, and a great source of plant-based protein. Why You’ll Love Them They are convenient to make. Instead of relying on store-bought hoisin sauce, this recipe uses simple pantry ingredients to make a quick & flavorful alternative. Most of the effort involved is simply chopping a few veggies!...

Paleo and Keto diets are all the rage these days, but, like any other diet, there are healthy and not-so-healthy ways to approach them. Replacing grain-based breads, crackers, and cookies with nut-based breads, crackers, and cookies can be helpful for those who need to avoid gluten, but relying heavily on these baked goods daily won’t necessarily improve your health. When done the right way, a grain-free diet should help increase your vegetable intake while also reducing your intake of processed foods and sugary snacks....

If you’ve been wondering how to make a cake from almond flour, this recipe is for you. It comes together in one bowl and makes an easy birthday or holiday dessert. There’s no need to separate egg yolks from egg whites or use an electric mixer, so it can be on its way to the oven in just a matter of minutes. Top it with fresh blueberries, raspberries, and a dusting of powdered sugar for a refreshing holiday dessert....

Vegan Nachos are made without cheese or meat, but have all the comforting flavors you love! Customize them with any toppings you like for an easy appetizer or snack. Featuring flavorful black beans and an easy dairy-free queso , these vegan nachos come together quickly. You can even make the toppings ahead of time if you plan on making them for a party. Serve with a side of guacamole and salsa for dipping and they will taste like a restaurant-quality dish....

Meet my new favorite milkshake. Featuring young coconut meat and fiber-rich dates, this milkshake is a healthy option for anyone, but it’s especially appropriate for pregnant women. I’ve been affectionately referring to it as my “mama milkshake.” Coconuts are thought to be rich in anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties, which may help strengthen the immune system and ward off illnesses, and they’re also a fantastic source of calcium, potassium and magnesium. Paired with antioxidant-rich cocoa powder and deliciously sweet dates, which are believed to help improve labor , this is a healthy treat I feel good about indulging in....

My kids think these are some of the best cookies I’ve ever made. While you might not expect it from cookies made with almond flour, these taste remarkably like the real thing. They are naturally gluten-free, grain-free, Paleo-friendly… and totally delicious. I originally shared an egg-free version of these cookies , with a shortbread-like texture, back in 2012. Now that my kids are older, they want a version that tastes more like classic Toll House cookies....