This nice cream is a refreshing, dairy-free dessert that combines the creamy texture of bananas with the nutty richness of pistachios. Zesty orange flavor pairs beautifully with the aromatic notes of cardamom, creating a unique treat.
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Finally a healthy plant-based pumpkin pie that tastes “right.” With no eggs, evaporated milk, oil, sugar, flour, or salt, this pie gives you the custardy goodness of pumpkin pie without the downsides. Serve it with my vegan whipped cream for the consummate Thanksgiving dessert.
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This delicious no-oil, no-sugar plant-based fruit crisp gives you a delicious summer treat any time of the year with fresh or frozen berries. A two-stage baking approach ensures that the fruit is well cooked and the topping doesn’t burn. The recipe works for all berries, not just blueberries — you can make it your own.
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Making your own DIY vanilla is easy, once you assemble the components. Homemade vanilla extract is significantly less expensive than commercial vanilla, too. It’s easy and fun to make, although it is not instant: you’ll need 2-4 months of steeping time before it’s ready. Follow this vanilla extract recipe for great results.
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It’s hard to believe this chocolate sauce is sugar-free and free from butter or coconut milk. It’s silky smooth, sweet, and chocolatey. I love it on nice cream, rice pudding, and all sorts of pies and cakes. It’s also a snap to make – takes just minutes. Date syrup is the key – see notes for buying tips.
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Great rice pudding is creamy with just the right amount of “bite” in the rice and a level of sweetness that’s appealing but not overwhelming. That’s what I was aiming for this this brown rice pudding without sugar, milk, or butter. Some raw cashews lend their creaminess, maple syrup provides the sweetness, and the optional spices of cardamom and cinnamon take it beyond the ordinary. With creative toppings (also healthy), you can create a dessert fit for a dinner party as well as a week night.
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Stuffed dates are a great substitute for an unhealthy treat at the end of a meal or in the middle of the afternoon when your energy is flagging. The possibilities are endless. See this post for 9 fun plant-based combinations plus a list of two dozen toppings for a make-your-own creation.
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Recipe for a light, smooth, creamy frozen treat without sugar or cream—gluten-free, oil-free, sugar-free. Other nice-cream variations are provided as well.
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Enjoy the indulgence of mascarpone cheese without dairy! This plant-based, oil-free version achieves its rich, silky texture from cashews, which are blended until they are completely dissolved. The maple syrup lends sweetness, and the lemon juice and zest provide the tang. Small amounts of nutritional yeast and miso give it just a hint of cheesiness. Suggestions for ways to use this vegan mascarpone are included.
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Homemade aquafaba is the key to success for macarons, meringues, pavlovas, and whipped aquafaba topping. I found that Instant Pot aquafaba was just as good as stovetop aquafaba, and I found by trial and error that you can make aquafaba in the Instant Pot without soaking the chickpeas first. So I offer three variations here plus details on the critical steps for achieving super-gelatinous aquafaba.
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This plant-based, gluten-free, oil-free cake shows that you can eat delicious sweets that are also healthy. You can make this in the oven or in the Instant Pot. No oil, refined sugar, eggs, or butter.
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These plant-based cookie bars are bursting with flavor. They contain no sugar, no butter, or other processed ingredients, but you wouldn’t guess that. The cardamom, orange, and cranberry complement each other deliciously well. These would be especially good for a healthy winter holiday treat.
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These delicious vegan cheesecakes melt in your mouth, with berries inside and on top to complement the lemony filling. This is a dessert that taste so good you can’t believe it’s so healthy. Who says you need butter, coconut oil, and sugar for a tasty dessert?
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Compote is like a pie filling, but healthy. No need to add sugar. It’s so good for breakfast or dessert—see my ideas for many different ways to enjoy it. This recipe also works for apples. And it freezes well! The Instant Pot makes it simple.
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Healthy cookie dough? It can be done. This recipes contains no added sugar, oil, butter, or eggs. The main ingredients are dates, chickpeas, oat flour, and pecans. The chilled dough has a texture so close to regular cookie dough, it might bring a smile to your face.
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These are so satisfying that you might forget they’re plant-based, without sugar or added butter or oil. Each of the three layers—crunchy bottom crust, caramel-like middle layer, and chocolate top—is tasty and filling.
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The combination of cocoa and sesame creates a depth of flavor you don’t get with most snacks. You won’t even notice how healthy they are: no sugar, butter, oil, or eggs. Grab one when you need a little sweet pick-me-up!
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Most people know about “nice cream,” made with frozen bananas instead of heavy-fat cream and egg yolks. Try this approach with almond butter for richness and healthy raw brownie bits for a sensational heathy treat!
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Gorgeous, delicious tartlets can be made without oil, butter, sugar, or other unhealthy ingredients. They are healthy enough to have for breakfast!
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These energy bites give you a cookie-like satisfaction, but without the eggs, butter, or sugar. Adding the raisins and nuts at the end preserves their texture, creating pleasant layers of of texture and tastes as you chew.
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