Bigilla is a traditional Maltese dip made with ‘Ful ta ġirba’ which translates to Djerba or Tic beans. These beans are small brown beans, very similar to broad beans or fava beans. This healthy bean dip recipe is one of Malta’s most family loved recipes and with good reason!  Apart from the fact that it’s quite easy to make, the taste is so unique and flavorful. It’s also very versatile. You can eat the dip with crackers or veggie sticks, spread it over a slice of Maltese bread, or use it inside Mediterranean salads.   This healthy bean dip is also the perfect appetizer since i ..read more

I don’t know who invented chocolate coconut balls, but I guess we can all agree that whoever did is a total legend! According to wikipedia these coconut candy balls can be credited to the Scandinavians, they seem to have originated in Denmark. As with countless other recipes, the Maltese just love giving recipes their own twist. And these no bake coconut balls are no exception! We usually eat more of these around Christmas, along with Baci and Christmas Log. Nevertheless, they’re very popular options to bring over to parties and BBQs, since it’s such an easy recipe to make.  How to make c ..read more

2020 is finally over and we’re all hoping for a better 2021. And with a new year come New Year’s resolutions. If your New Year’s resolutions consist of consuming less meat, trying out a few more vegan dishes for Veganuary, or simply eating healthier, this recipe has your ‘Froga tat-Tarja’ (spaghetti omelette) cravings sorted. And yes, it’s vegan!  But what I’m most excited about is that I didn’t invent this brilliant dish. This Froga tat-tarja was created for you by one of The Healthy Malteser’s followers, all the way from Canada! How cool is that?   So who developed this recipe, yo ..read more

It’s officially December. Lights are up, trees are out, beautiful decorations already filling our days with some much-needed sparkle. It’s been a weird year, to say the least, yet the most wonderful time of the year is now with us.  If you’re anything like me, you’re already planning cosy afternoon teas with family and friends. And since the pandemic is still with us and we can’t celebrate in the usual ways, whipping up a batch of homemade goodies and sharing them over a glass of mulled wine, with the people we love most, sounds like a perfect plan this December.  The good news is ..read more

The first time I tasted tofu, I hated it. I thought it tasted like cardboard – bland and completely unappetizing. Turns out I didn’t quite know how to cook it! It took years for me to try tofu again, and this time, I wasn’t the one making it.  As soon as I tasted crispy tofu from a Chinese restaurant, it was a completely different experience. The texture was marvellous and the taste was bursting with flavour. I’ve been experimenting with tofu ever since and fell in love with its versatility.  So what is it that makes tofu go from almost disgusting to downright delicious? Read on to f ..read more

This banoffee pie is proof that you don’t have to give up anything to be vegan and you can enjoy absolutely everything on a healthy diet.  Banoffee pie is an English dessert made with bananas and toffee. In fact, the name ‘banoffee’ combines the two words. This banana toffee pie is one of those versatile treats that just steal the show. It’s fairly simple to make, yet is one of those uber decadent desserts that everybody loves.   The classic banoffee pie recipe consists of 3 layers; a biscuit base, toffee banana filling and a whipped cream topping. The base consists of digestiv ..read more

Imqaret are definitely on the list of the most loved traditional Maltese sweets on the island. These deep-fried date filled pastries are bursting with spicy and fruity aromas and are an absolute must try Maltese dessert. Heck, I’ll argue it’s probably the best date dessert that exists period!  These pastries originate from the Maghreb area and were imported into the country when Malta was under Arab rule. The name Imqaret is the plural form of ‘Maqrut’ which means ‘diamond-shaped’ in Arabic. A key characteristic of this date dessert.   You’ll also find similar sweets In the Ara ..read more

There are many reasons why I’m calling these magical no bake brownies. The recipe magically comes together in 5 minutes, with just 5 ingredients. The brownies magically disappear from the fridge after a day. And even more magical is the fact that they were invented by one of our Instagram followers!  Awesome right? These raw brownies were created just for this blog by Cynthianne. I just can’t get over how delicious they are. You’ll only need 5 simple ingredients that you probably have in your cupboard already to make these. And they’re gluten free, dairy free, refined sugar free and comp ..read more

I am super excited about today’s recipe. This Vegan Sweet Potato Brownie recipe is brought to you by one of The Healthy Malteser’s Instagram followers Cynthianne! Super cool right? This lovely girl got in touch through Instagram, offering to create this vegan brownie recipe just for you.  I can’t begin to tell you how happy I was when Cynthianne approached me to collaborate with The Healthy Malteser. Since the very first day, my aim was to create a space that feels personal to readers. A blog which inspires people to fall in love with healthy food. So knowing that followers not only feel ..read more

Anyone who knows anything about me can tell you that I LOVE sweets! Few things in life give me more satisfaction than inventing delicious dessert recipes that I can share with my family and friends. Apart from eating the desserts, that is. This meant that for my birthday weekend I had to make something extra special – the best strawberry cheesecake recipe my friends and family have ever tasted.  It’s a big claim to make, I know. But this Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake is a real show stopper. The ‘why’ is very simple – it looks amazing, it’s easy to make, and it tastes absolutely incredible ..read more