Your snack game is about to get an upgrade! These homemade energy bites and bars are all incredibly delicious, EASY to make, and packed with wholesome ingredients like dates, oats, nuts, and seeds. They’re all vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for on-the-go snacking or to enjoy as a healthier dessert! Scroll through to find a new recipe to try! (Note: Dietary symbols listed throughout for easy navigation!) Energy Bites GFVGVDFNS No-Bake PB & J Energy Bites 7-ingredient, 15-minute energy bites made with wholesome ingredients and infused with the flavors of peanut butter and jelly! 20 Easy Ho ..read more

We love a classic (tomato-based) chili, but a CREAMY chili? It’s hard to say no to! Mix up your chili rotation with this creamy vegan white bean chili with spicy green chiles, sweet corn, and nutrient-packed spinach or kale.  It’s a cozy, subtly spiced, nourishing meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Let us show you how it’s done! This EASY vegan white bean chili starts with a simple yet flavorful base of sautéed onion, garlic, cumin, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Creamy Vegan White Bean Chili from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Cozy, nourishing vegan dinners that are EASY to make in 1 pot? We’ve got you covered, friends! We’ve gathered simple recipes that are weeknight-friendly, packed with protein- & fiber-rich beans and lentils, and will warm you up during the chilly months. Bonus? A few of the recipes can be made in the Instant Pot for even more ease. Scroll through to find a new favorite! Cozy 1-Pot Vegan Dinners from Minimalist Baker ..read more

2024 is coming to a close, and with that, it’s time to tally the numbers and share your absolute FAVORITE recipes of the year! With 60+ five-star reviews, the Spicy Garlicky Sesame Tofu wins BEST recipe of the year! In the other top spots are a mix of sweet & savory recipes, all scoring at least 4.88 out of 5 stars with a minimum of 15 reviews each. If you haven’t tried them all yet, we recommend you make that change soon! Top 5 Recipes of 2024 from Minimalist Baker ..read more

The holiday season can be a busy time! If you don’t have time to shop before the big day or need a gift that’s budget-friendly yet meaningful, we’ve got you. These EASY edible gifts come together fast and are just as special (if not more) than anything you could buy! Bonus? You may have the ingredients on hand and be able to make them right now. Get ready to check gift giving off your to-do list! 15 Easy Last-Minute Edible Holiday Gifts from Minimalist Baker ..read more

If you love chocolate covered caramels, but not the complicated methods usually required to make them, then this recipe is for you! These EASY vegan sea salt caramels come together with just 6 ingredients and there’s NO candy thermometer in sight. The secret? Tahini! It adds a decadent flavor to these bite-sized delights for the ultimate salty-sweet treat. Perfect for keeping in the freezer or gifting over the holidays…though we’re not sure how many of these tasty treats will make it to the gift box ?. Chocolate Tahini Caramels (No Candy Thermometer!) from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Say hello to crispy, buttery shortbread cookies studded with pecans and dark chocolate (swoon!). These cookies are our vegan and gluten-free twist on Alison Roman’s legendary Salted Chocolate Chunk Shortbread Cookies and (just like Alison’s), they’re too good to eat just one! Just 7 ingredients and simple methods stand in your way. Grab your mixing bowl and let’s bake, friends! Chocolate Pecan Shortbread Cookies (Vegan + GF) from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Say hello to your new favorite fall side! This roasted delicata squash has a savory, salty, garlic & herb breading that’s kind of irresistible. Let’s just say, there may or may not have been leftovers in the test kitchen… Just 7 simple ingredients and 30 minutes required, making it perfect for everything from weeknights to busy holiday dinners (you’ll be able to SQUASH it in). Garlic & Herb Breaded Delicata Squash from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Cranberry + orange: a dynamic duo! This duo has made delicious muffins, crisp, and cranberry sauce, and now a new cranberry + orange favorite joins the Minimalist Baker family: scones!  These EASY, 1-bowl scones are fluffy, citrusy, lightly sweetened, generously studded with fresh cranberries, and undetectably vegan + gluten-free. Perfect for holiday breakfasts, brunches, and beyond! Let us show you how it’s done! These fluffy, tender, gluten-free scones get their perfect texture from a mix of almond flour, oat flour, and potato starch. 1-Bowl Cranberry Orange Scones (Vegan + GF) from Mi ..read more

Busy, chilly days call for EASY, warming soups! Enter: Our 1-POT Spicy Pumpkin Soup with coconut milk, tomatoes, and warming Caribbean-inspired spices. It’s delicious, comforting, and comes together with simple pantry staples! Even better? There’s minimal chopping and it’s ready in about 30 minutes. Let’s make soup! This pumpkin soup is about as simple + flavorful as it gets! Chop onion, garlic, and ginger, then add a few everyday spices, open a few cans, and let it simmer. 1-Pot Spicy Pumpkin Tomato Soup from Minimalist Baker ..read more