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The Best Gluten-free Pumpkin Streusel Muffins

September 5, 2019 by healthienut Leave a Comment

When I say these are my new OBSESSION I am not lying to y’all. It was hard for me not to eat the whole batch before taking the photos.

Not only are they so fluffy, but moist, perfectly sweet, crunchy from the streusel…a magical blend of flavors that hits your tongue on all the right spots. Did I intrigue you yet?

These muffins are only sweetened with maple syrup and are 100% gluten-free. Like always I used Bob’s Red Mill GF flour (not sponsored) then with a mix of oat flour.

I did use an egg in this recipe but you can definitely use a flax egg in replace. I always make sure to include a vegan option.

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Healthy Pumpkin Pecan Muffins | Vegan & Gluten-free

September 15, 2018 by healthienut 1 Comment

It is my first pumpkin recipe of the season and I could not be more excited. Leaves are starting to fall, raining is beginning to drizzle, and I am feeling more rushes of cold air. That might not sound the most exciting to you, but I can tell you I am definitely more a lover of autumn than summer. Want to know the greatest reason why? Food. Simple as that.

The countless recipes you can make from fall produce and warming spices is incredible. The top of my list this season is definitely pumpkin recipes. Well, don’t worry because I have quite a lot coming your way on my blog.

These super fluffy and moist pumpkin pecan muffins are a great way to kick off this cold weather. They are entirely gluten-free, vegan, and can be eaten with no regrets…however I believe every muffin should be guilt-free (even if its unhealthy). Treat yourself am I right?

Embedded with chunks of pecans and topped with a creamy hazelnut frosting.

I am excited that I am finally bringing to you another gluten-free recipe, because those are quite lacking on my blog. I find that working with gluten-free flours can be quite hard, yet I think I nailed it on this one. Practice makes perfect!

A combination of oat flour and almond flour yields a super fluffy and soft texture without creating the stereotypical crumbly and dense texture that you often associate with gluten-free desserts.

I wanted to create a more unique frosting and veer away from the traditional cashew one. I soaked some hazelnuts, took the skin off, and added some acid, sweetness, and some liquid. The results were an ultra creamy and rich hazelnut goodness. …

Vegan Coconut Panacotta with Pineapple Mango Sauce

August 30, 2018 by healthienut 2 Comments

As summer is ending…yes I know that is sad to hear…we have to take advantage of all the fresh fruits that are ripe on our counter. For me, that includes pineapple and mango.

Now you could go the simple route and make a fruit salad, but why not puree it with a bit of sugar, starch, simmer it down and pour it over an uber creamy and delicate pannacotta? Now that is what I am talking about.

A soft, delicate coconut-based pannacotta topped with a sweet & creamy pineapple mango sauce and fresh strawberries. With hints of fresh vanilla bean, this will truly excite your taste buds.

Panacotta may seem like a hard challenge to endeavor considering it is traditionally made from heavy cream and milk. However, with the help of the high-fat content from the coconut milk and thickening agent of agar agar, your vegan pannacotta dreams will come true.

Agar agar is a natural vegetable gelatin derived from the sea. It acts as a thickening agent to produce bouncy and jello-like consistencies. You could also use it to create creamy and thick vegan cheeses!

Since coconut milk has a high-fat content it cooks down and becomes pretty thick. It also aids in the ultra-creamy texture that pannacotta traditionally has.…

Buttery Almond-Orange Shortbread Cookies

April 27, 2018 by healthienut Leave a Comment

Sometimes I have a sweet tooth and want to make cookies, but don’t have the energy to do so. However, these cookies can be made ahead of time. Just pop the prepared dough in the freezer, take them out when you need them, cut into slices, and pop them in the oven. THAT easy!

These cookies are ultra-buttery, crunchy, and slightly crumbly. Just how a traditional shortbread cookie is supposed to be! With delicious citrus notes from the orange zest and a nutty flavor from the sliced almonds & extract.…