Posts tagged holiday gifts
Mustard Roasted Cashews

Who doesn't love a salty bowl of roasted nuts? This recipe elevates the experience to a whole other level. Coated with a spicy honey mustard mixture, these raw cashews roast to golden brown perfection. They make a great appetizer at a cocktail party and thankfully, travel well too. To make this recipe vegan, simply substitute maple syrup for the honey. For an extra touch, sprinkle them with rock salt and sautéed chives. 

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Easy Whole Grain Brownies

These brownies are fudge-y, rich and chocolate-y. Endlessly adaptable, these brownies will take all kinds of mix-ins depending on what you like: coconut flakes are fabulous here, toasted nuts, bitter cocoa nibs or chopped chocolate are all great. Make a pan and then invite friends over to share with.

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Lavender, Basil, and Thyme Infused Truffles

The uses for perennial herbs are endless, so why not make them into chocolate? Everyone is familiar with the classic chocolate-mint combo, however basil, chamomile, lavender, and thyme can all make excellent additions. Paired with a luxuriously smooth center, these plant-based and plant-infused truffles are sure to be a hit. (Photo credit: Emily Anderson)

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Cinnamon Oat Crumble Coffee Cake

One of the best parts about coffee cake other than the way it makes your house smell when it’s baking? The tender crumbly topping. This vegan coffee cake more than delivers, with a cinnamon oat topping and a moist, flavorful cake base.

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Mini Lemon Poppy Seed Loaves

Don't be alarmed by the number of ingredients in this recipe. All of it comes together in less than 15 minutes. Once cooked, top with luscious lemon lavender vegan butter. The subtle tart and floral notes make this one for the books. 

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Easy dark Chocolate Bark

This is one of the easiest desserts to make. Involving just a microwavable bowl and two main ingredients, you can pull this dessert off without much planning. This bark makes a great present but is also the perfect dessert to have in the freezer for whenever a chocolate craving strikes. 

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Skillet Roasted Maple Cinnamon Pecans

This six-ingredient recipe for skillet roasted cinnamon maple pecans comes together quickly and leaves your home smelling like the holidays. Triple the recipe and you might just have enough to share with everyone you love. Packaging tip: Scoop a couple of handfuls into a cellophane bag and tie with a big red bow.

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