Cookies, Desserts and Snacks

Chewy almond date cookies

Chewy and nutty, these cookies make a delicious and wholesome snack. Even my husband John, who isn’t a fan of cakes and cookies, gives them two thumbs up. Among the ingredients is date paste, which you can make in advance. You can view the recipe here. In these cookies, there’s no flour. Instead, there’s almond meal. The […]

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Desserts and Snacks, Squares and Bars

Energy bars

When you’re busy or on the go, energy bars, as the ones featured above, will keep you going until your next meal. I made these bars with wholesome raw ingredients such as, oats, nuts, dates, seeds, coconut, almond butter and maple syrup. They’re great as a mid-day snack or to boost your energy before going to the gym. Homemade energy bars are generally […]

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Cake, Desserts and Snacks

Cranberry yoghurt cake

Cranberries…those tart little North American berries are now gaining popularity in Switzerland, where I live, and elsewhere. I love cranberries. They add colour and flavour to foods and drinks. From fruity smoothies to delicious desserts to savory suppers, there are many ways to incorporate cranberries in your diet. Cranberries are loaded with antioxidants – making them […]

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Breads, Breads and Scones, Breakfast, Desserts and Snacks

Breakfast banana bread

To follow-up on last week’s infographic on the health benefits of seeds, here is a banana bread that is made with flax and chia seeds and other healthy ingredients. It’s simply great for breakfast. This bread is moist, nutty, seedy and delicious with fruit, coffee or tea. It is not overly sweet and it is a healthy […]

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