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Saffron Braid
Today is Twelfth Night, which means that the Christmas season is officially coming to an end. So I’ll show you my last saffron bread, this one baked as a braid. I used the same dough as previously with silken tofu (you’ll find the recipe in my Saffron Wreath post). To make the braid, I rolled… Read more »
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Saffron Star Bread
Here’s a bright shining star to get us all through the darkest week of the year. I saw an incredibly beautiful star bread that @barbarafrenchvegan made, and I just had to make one too. I made the same saffron yeast dough as for my saffron wreath a few posts back. It’s by far the best… Read more »
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Gingerbread Bounty
My feed has been overflowing with amazing Christmas treats. I’d love to try them all, but there’s only so much time (and only so much stretch in my trouser’s waistline…) One recipe that I’ve tried are these raw delicious gingerbread bounties by the lovely @100kitchenstories. Gluten free and sweetened only with dates makes it a… Read more »
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Saffron Wreath
In Sweden, we’re mad about saffron buns for Christmas. This is the best recipe I’ve tried, hands down! The secret ingredient is silken tofu. It makes the buns really moist and fluffy, just like we want them. Here’ I’ve baked it as a large wreath filled with almond and sugar. The recipe is from Yipin,… Read more »
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Gingerbread Muffins
Today we celebrate Lucia in Sweden, with girls in white gowns and a crown of candles singing Christmas carols. One of my favourite traditions! Saffron buns and gingerbread are a must on this day, and here’s a moist muffin with gingerbread spices, icing and pomegranate arils. They were delicious!.100 g vegan butter2,5 dl brown sugar1… Read more »
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Chickpea Blondies
A blondie is like a pale version of brownie, and this one is actually made with chickpeas. I have to say I was a little sceptical, but when I realised is tasted like a really, really good cookie dough, I was sold! I thought this would be a great way to get the kids to… Read more »
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Carrot Cake Balls
Carrot cake is one of my all time favourites. Here’s the healthier raw alternative, with the same delicious flavours but no refined sugar or flour. The original recipe comes from @maggiesskafferi and you should definitely take a look at her gorgeous stylish feed! As usual, I made a few adjustments based on what I had… Read more »
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Salted Chocolate Tahini Cookies
I finally got around to making these cookies that I’ve been thinking about for a long time. I didn’t think the kids would be too keen, with the salt and tahini (all the more for me!) but I was wrong. The 4-year-old had a proper breakdown when I didn’t let him eat these cookies for… Read more »
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Waffle Platter
When the kids want waffles, I oblige. And I take the opportunity to make yet another platter. Sweet little waffle hearts topped with satsumas, redcurrant and blackberries. A lovely lunch, much appreciated by the young ones!.Waffle recipe from @vegomagasinet, makes 8 waffles.150 g melted vegan butter 4 dl plain flour1 tsp baking powdera pinch of… Read more »
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Lemon Polenta Cake
Another new discovery I’ve made here, and that peaked my interest, is polenta cake with citrus. I could just imagine how moist and tasty it would be. And it did not disappoint. I veganised a recipe from @systrarnaeisenman. Here’s my take, with tangy lemon and a rich, moist cake with polenta and almond. Try it!… Read more »