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Pumpkin Cookies

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the best soft chewy vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are here! warmly spiced and perfectly cakey, these gluten free cookies are a fall favorite!

recipe originally published November 17, 2013

 

soft pumpkin cookies in a stack, next to a short bottle of almond milk with striped straws

PUMPKIN COOKIES TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
    2. How To Make A Cakey Cookie
    3. One Bowl Cookie Recipe – How To 
    4. Is It Better To Freeze Cookie Dough or Cookies?
    5. How To Bake Frozen Cookie Dough – Defrost First?
    6. How To Store Pumpkin Cookies
    7. Vegan Cookie Recipes
    8. Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

 

Pumpkin Cookies on a plate

Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

My cookie cravings change like the weather on a Portland fall day (today we have seen bright sun, torrential rain, and an unusual funnel cloud / tornado). 

While I often crave a crisp, crunchy cookie, there are certain cookies that need to be soft. and not just soft, but cakey too. These chewy vegan Pumpkin Cookies are the perfect soft cookie with a wonderful cakey crumb. 

I will even say you’d be …

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Pumpkin Bread French Toast

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this brunch perfect vegan Pumpkin Bread French Toast will be your new favorite – during the holidays and beyond! also: How To Make Vegan French Toast

recipe originally published November 8, 2014

 

syrup poured over slices of Pumpkin French Toast

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Quick Bread French Toast
    2. Can French Toast Be Vegan?
    3. How To Make Vegan French Toast
    4. Tips for the Best Pumpkin Bread French Toast
    5. Avoid Soggy French Toast
    6. Meal Prep / Make Ahead Recipe
    7. Storage Tips: Does French Toast Freeze?
    8. Reheating French Toast
    9. Best Vegan Breakfast Recipes
    10. Best Vegan Brunch Recipes
    11. Pumpkin Bread French Toast Recipe

 

Pumpkin French Toast on a plate

 

Pumpkin Bread French Toast

This French Toast recipe is one of our favorite ways to enjoy Pumpkin Bread… especially on cozy weekends during the holiday season! This works as a casual family breakfast and is also totally brunch worthy. It brings a …

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Vegan Lasagna

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an easy gluten free Vegan Lasagna recipe is a perfect dinner – red sauce and ricotta bring classic flavors to small batch lasagna. How To Make Vegan Lasagna

recipe originally published July 25, 2010

 

twelve layer slice of gluten free Vegan Lasagna on a rustic plate, garnished with fresh basil

TABLE OF CONTENTS

      1. Small Batch Lasagna For Two
      2. How Many Layers Should Lasagna Have?
      3. How To Make Vegan Lasagna
      4. Tips For The Best Vegan Lasagna
      5. Why Is My Lasagna Runny?
      6. Do Lasagna Noodles Have Egg In Them?
      7. Cheese Substitutes
      8. Other Ingredients For Lasagna
      9. Should Lasagna Be Covered While Baking?
      10. Make Ahead Tips: Meal Prep Lasagna
      11. How Long Does Vegan Lasagna Last?
      12. Can You Freeze Lasagna?
      13. Vegan Casserole Recipes
      14. Easy Vegan Lasagna Recipe

Gluten Free Vegan Lasagna

I have been making what we call Sunday Sauce since college. Back then, the classic flavors of a meat sauce or red sauce was my go to for all things pasta. 

Nowadays, my vegan meat sauce tastes just as good, and has all sorts of nutritional benefits as well. It is one of the essential components of this Vegan Lasagna Recipe.

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Vegan Crunchwrap

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this homemade Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme recipe is a tasty update on the classic drive thru fave. tips on How To Make a Crunchwrap, How To Fold a Crunchwrap!

recipe originally published September 17, 2013

 

Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme @spabettie #vegan #glutenfree

TABLE OF CONTENTS

  1. What Is A Crunchwrap?
  2. Is the Crunchwrap Vegan?
  3. Ordering A Vegan Crunchwrap
  4. How To Make a Crunchwrap
  5. How To Fold a Crunchwrap
  6. Crunchwrap Ingredient Variations
  7. Meal Prep / Storage – How Long Do Crunchwraps Last?
  8. Vegan Copycat Recipes
  9. Late Night Recipes
  10. Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe

 

Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme on a plate, sliced in half with avocado and salsa on the side

 

Homemade Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme

Fourth meal, anyone?

My last night drive thru choice in college was always a bean burrito with green sauce. and one of these things. The Crunchwrap Supreme. 

I’d order mine with beans, no cheese, no sour cream. Mmm hmm. 

If you are a fan, you can now have a vegan crunchwrap, and you can make them yourself.

 

are crunchwraps vegan? photo shows a vegan crunchwrap held in a hand

 

What Is A Crunchwrap?

A Crunchwrap Supreme is easily one of the …

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Vegan Zucchini Bread

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this one bowl Blueberry Zucchini Bread Recipe is a tasty way to use up extra zucchini from your garden. Read on for tips: how to make Vegan Gluten Free Zucchini Bread.

recipe originally published November 19, 2010

 

loaf of zucchini bread on a wire cooling rack

Table of Contents

  1. Best Gluten Free Flour for Baking
  2. How To Make Zucchini Bread
  3. Tips for Making Blueberry Zucchini Bread
  4. One Bowl Tips
  5. Oil Free Option
  6. Variations – Add In Ingredients
  7. Can You Freeze Zucchini Bread? Storage and Freezing Tips
  8. How Many Zucchini For 1 Cup Shredded?
  9. Why Does My Zucchini Bread Fall in the Middle?
  10. Blueberry Zucchini Bread Recipe

Vegan Zucchini Bread

During the summer months, so many of us have an abundance of zucchini in our gardens. Coworkers stop by offices with their extra zucchini. I greet our mail carrier, delivery drivers, and neighbors with extra zucchini, in hopes they want to take them.

While there are plenty of …

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Vegan Zucchini Muffins

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these gluten free vegan Cherry Zucchini Crumb Muffins are the perfect combination of two fresh summer crops. Also: How To Make Perfect Crumb Topping

recipe originally published July 30, 2012

 

cherry zucchini muffins with a bowl of fresh cherries in the background

Table of Contents

  1. Best Gluten Free Flour for Baking
  2. How To Make Vegan Zucchini Muffins
  3. How To Make Crumb Topping
  4. Vegan Quick Bread and Muffin Recipes
  5. Vegan Zucchini Muffins Recipe

Gluten Free Zucchini Muffins

I am really reeeeaaally excited about these muffins.

I have been …

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Jalapeno Popper Sandwich

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vegan Jalapeno Popper Sandwich – ultimate comfort food! read on for all the tips to make the best vegan Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese!

recipe originally published November 18, 2010

 

Jalapeno Popper Sandwich sliced in half and stacked, melty cheese and jalapeno poppers and golden grilled bread

Table of Contents

  1. How To Make A Jalapeno Popper Sandwich
  2. Tips for the Best Grilled Cheese
  3. Vegan Sandwich Recipes
  4. Vegan Jalapeno Recipes
  5. Jalapeno Popper Sandwich Recipe

Jalapeno Popper Sandwich

Also known as My Favorite Grilled Cheese.

With good reason – the jalapeno popper is a quintessential party or game day food. I have transformed that very thing into an epic vegan jalapeno popper sandwich – gooey cream cheese poppers and …

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Snickerdoodle Smoothie

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this vegan Snickerdoodle Smoothie is a mildly sweet smoothie with that distinct flavor of the cookie! perfect for breakfast, snack, post workout! also: what is a snickerdoodle?

recipe originally published November 18, 2015

 

Snickerdoodle Smoothie @spabettie

 

What Is A Snickerdoodle

So.

I have seen quite a few snickerdoodle recipes in the recent months, and…

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Vegan Breakfast Sandwich

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this Vegan Breakfast Sandwich recipe is a morning must! the ultimate in Eggy Muffin goodness, a Veggie Breakfast Sandwich stacked with protein and flavor!

recipe originally published October 22, 2016

 

Sunrise Stack Veggie Breakfast Sandwich @spabettie #vegan #glutenfree #oilfree #tasty #breakfast

 

Sunrise Stack Veggie Breakfast Sandwich held in hand

Vegan Breakfast Sandwich

You guys.

I have a new favorite weekend breakfasty thing going on.

Weekday lunches too, if I am honest.

Stacked high with textures and flavors, this just might …

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Southwest Black Bean Burgers

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add this vegan Southwest Black Bean Burgers recipe to your meal prep list! easy to reheat, this tasty Southwest veggie burger is a quick dinner idea. also: How To Make A Veggie Burger That Doesn’t Fall Apart

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Southwest Black Bean Burgers - veggie burger in a bun with fresh green lettuce, bright yellow cheese sauce and red salsa

Southwest Veggie Burger

The salsa is inside! 

May I introduce you to our current favorite summertime dinner. I am not at all exaggerating when I say we make these every week right now, and will likely continue to make them all summer long. 

Grab your favorite jar of salsa – or make your own – and …

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