Vegan dessert – Health Continuum

Plant-based chocolate pie

I made this plant-based chocolate pie for my husband’s birthday last week. It was delicious and went so fast that I ended up making a second one. This easy-to-make pie is decadent in a light kind of way. It’s chocolaty and creamy like pudding but not too sweet. It also holds perfectly, even without the […]

Chia seeds, Chocolate Treats, Creams and Puddings, Desserts and Snacks

Chocolate chia puddings

Decadent, simple and packed with fibre, magnesium, potassium, calcium, protein and iron, these chocolate chia treats can be assembled in no time. Made with 100% cacao powder, chia seeds, medjool dates, almond milk and low fat coconut milk, they are a chocolate treat that’s healthy. One cup before working out at the gym will give […]

Breads, Breads and Scones, Breakfast, Desserts and Snacks

Pumpkin walnut loaf cake

It’s pumpkin season and there are so many delicious recipes that you can make with pumpkin purée: pumpkin spice latte; dips; soups; breads; scones; pancakes; cakes; and more! I normally make my own pumpkin purée right on the stovestop because the canned version is difficult to find where I live. And, when available, it is […]

Cake, Chocolate Treats, Desserts and Snacks

Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Not too sweet, yet deeply chocolatey, this chocolate zucchini cake is moist, light and decadent. And, what a great way to get your greens! I added three cups of grated zucchini in this cake. But seriously, zucchini in chocolate cake? Absolutely! Zucchini is what makes this cake moist and rich. This fall, if you have lots […]

Chocolate Treats, Desserts and Snacks, Squares and Bars

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!

Today is Saint Patrick’s day and I made a chocolate cake for the occasion. This is a wholesome, nutritious and not too sweet cake that can be enjoyed any time. It also tastes great with or without icing. If you like your cake with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, […]

Desserts and Snacks

Red wine poached pears

Pears are a delicious and healthy fruit best eaten fresh. But every now and then, it’s nice to do something a little special, and Christmas is one of those times. The pears in the image above were poached in red wine and spices. You can serve them as is or with a scoop of vanilla […]