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Lemon Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
By GuidingVegan
First grind up your pistachios in a food processor or blender (don't blend into a flour, just a meal like texture)
- 1 cup pistachio (meats, shelled)
- 1 tsp grated lemon
- 1 1/4 cup coconut flour (sifted or very fine works best. Not clumpy)
- 1 tbsp coconut sugar (optional for thicker texture and for coating)
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup creamy almond butter or sunflower seed butter
- 1/4- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 to 1 tsp lemon extract
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- dash of cinnamon
Brownies
By GuidingVegan
Make the brownie mix: Add the flours and sugar to a blender and blend well
- 3/4 cup oat flour (use certified gluten-free if needed)
- 1/2 cup almond flour (I use bob’s red mill)
- 2 tbsp starch like corn or arrowroot
- 1/8 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 scant tsp salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 to 2/3 cup vegan semi sweet chocolate or dark chocolate
- 1/3 cup cocoa
- 2 tbsp flax seed meal
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup non dairy milk (use 1/4 cup + 3 Tbsp non dairy milk if making with brownie mix)
- 1/4 cup oil or use applesauce
- 1/3 cup vegan semi sweet chocolate chips to add to batter
Bruschetta with Tofu, Tarragon and Arugula
By GuidingVegan
This bruschetta is vegan, with a base of creamy vegan mascarpone cheese, mixed with arugula and fresh tomatoes
- TOPPING:
- 1 (1-pound) loaf ciabatta bread, trimmed and cut into 14 (1/2-inch thick) slices
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- 1 garlic clove, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large or 2 small shallots, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 package drained and pressed tofu, diced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 6 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup veggie stock
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves
- 1 packed cup arugula, chopped
- 1/2 cup vegan mascarpone cheese
Chocolate Coffee Cheesecake
By GuidingVegan
In a food processor, mix all 3 ingredients for the crust
- Crust:
- 3/4 cup raw pecans
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
- 5 medjool dates (pits removed)
- Cheesecake:
- 2 1/2 cups raw cashews (soaked overnight)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup cacao powder
- 1/3 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 2 tsp coffee extract
- Pinch sea salt
- Chocolate Coating:
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 T almond milk
Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake
By GuidingVegan
Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake is made with tofu and oats, in a cookie crumb crust
- COOKIE CRUST:
- 1 3/4 cups cookie crumbs, ginger cookies work well; gluten-free optional
- 1/4 cup dairy-free buttery spread, melted
- PUMPKIN FILLING:
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats
- 14 to 16 ounces firm regular tofu
- 1 (16-ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 2 ⁄3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- COOKIE TOPPING:
- 3 tablespoons cookie crumbs, gluten-free optional
Pumpkin Pie
By GuidingVegan
Pumpkin pie made for vegans! Now you can enjoy pumpkin pie with everyone else! Serve with a big dollop of coconut w...
- PIE FILLING:
- CRUST
- 1 3/4 cup whole spelt flour
- 3/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup ice water*
- 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 1 package firm silken tofu, drained
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
Refried Beans
By GuidingVegan
Simply add the finely-diced white onion with 2 cloves of minced garlic to a pan with a splash of water
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 cans black beans
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- salt
- pepper
Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Salsa
By GuidingVegan
In a large bowl, combine pineapple, tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, and jalapenos
- 2 pounds pineapple, diced
- 1-2 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 bunch finely chopped cilantro (about 1 cup)
- 1 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 3-4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped (about 1/2 cup or more to taste)
- 2 T. fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Hot pepper sauce, to taste, optional
Gluten-Free Vegan Bread
By GuidingVegan
1) In a medium bowl combine the warmed non-dairy milk with the yeast and sugar—allow to proof until frothy (appro...
- Wet
- 2 1/4 tsp. dry active yeast
- 1 c. warm non-dairy milk
- 2 tsp. granulated sugar
- 1 c. warm water
- 5 Tbsp. ground white chia seeds
- 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- 2 tsp. apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
- Dry
- 3 c. Cara's Special Blend (see * below)
- 1/4 c. buckwheat flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. salt
The Plant Cafe mock burger 2
By GuidingVegan
Preheat oven to 450 degrees
- Optional Toppings:
- 1/2 cup quick cooking bulgar (soaked in hot water)
- 1/2 cup red lentils (soaked in hot water)
- 1/2 cup roasted cashews (crushed to a powder)
- 2 cups beets, washed
- 8 oz white mushrooms, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and diced
- 2 tsp. sea salt
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- Toasted whole grain bread
- Sliced avocado
- Goat cheese
- Sautéed Mushrooms
- Sautéed Onions