Welcome back, friends! We’ve returned to the magical land of chocolate + peanut butter (one of our favorite places). This timeless combo has won the day YET again, this time in the form of creamy, decadent, salty-sweet vegan ice cream bars!  They’re truly better than we ever could’ve imagined, and they just might replace your favorite store-bought bars. Just 7 pantry staple ingredients required. Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream Bars (Vegan) from Minimalist Baker ..read more

What could be better than the saucy, savory goodness of classic ratatouille!? Answer: SHEET PAN ratatouille! Say “au revoir” to stovetop babysitting, and “bonjour!” to extra caramelization with minimal effort! Turn it into a satisfying plant-based meal by adding protein-rich Crispy Baked Italian Herb Tofu and drizzling with Creamy Pesto Sauce. We have a feeling it’ll be your new favorite summer meal! Sheet Pan Ratatouille with Crispy Baked Tofu from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Step aside margaritas, the mockarita has ARRIVED! This passion fruit mocktail has all the tart, sweet, refreshing goodness of a traditional margarita thanks to passion fruit, lime, and agave. And, spicy charred jalapeños add booze-like complexity and heat without the alcohol. Yep, it’s seriously good!  AND…it gets better! Just 4 ingredients and 25 minutes required, friends. Spicy Passion Fruit Mocktail (AKA “Mockarita”) from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Grilling season is here, and today we’re bringing you an EASY, flavorful addition to your grilling rotation: kofta kebabs! These Middle Eastern-inspired kebabs feature ground chicken, herbs, spices, and aromatics arranged on skewers and grilled to perfection. They’re elegant yet simple and are especially delicious served with lemon rice, hummus, tahini sauce, tabbouleh, grilled veggies, and/or pita. Just 1 bowl, 10 ingredients, and 25 minutes required! Chicken Kofta Kebabs (Middle Eastern-Inspired) from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Tofu and eggplant just teamed up to create one EPIC appetizer, friends! These lettuce wraps feature SUPER flavorful crispy tofu and caramelized eggplant with fresh, crunchy veggies, vibrant herbs, and a savory-sweet sesame dipping sauce. If you’re thinking WOW now, just wait until the first bite! These 10-ingredient flavor miracles make a crowd-pleasing appetizer for four or light spring or summer meal for two. Let’s get to it! We’ve done tofu lettuce wraps before, but this time eggplant joins in on the fun! Crispy Tofu & Eggplant Lettuce Wraps from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Whether you’re a party person, a meal prepper, or a picnic lover, we’ve got a salad that can do it ALL! This fresh, crunchy Southwest-inspired quinoa salad features corn, black beans, cilantro, tons of veggies, and a zippy lime vinaigrette. BIG TIME deliciousness, friends!  It keeps well, making it perfect for BBQs, picnics, or quick lunches throughout the week. Simple ingredients and just 30 minutes required! Let us show you how it’s done!  How to Make Black Bean Quinoa Salad This SIMPLE black bean and quinoa salad begins with: quinoa! Simple Quinoa Black Bean Salad from Minimalist ..read more

Have you tried caponata? If not, let us introduce you! It’s a delicious Sicilian eggplant dish with sweet and savory flavor, and we ADORE it! While commonly served as an appetizer or side, it’s worthy of being a main when a little protein and fiber are added in. Introducing: white bean eggplant caponata!  Made in 1 pan with just 10 ingredients, this is an effortless, plant-based entrée that pairs well with pasta, polenta, bread, or even mashed potatoes. White Bean Eggplant Caponata (1 Pan!) from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Friends, meet the vanilla cake of your DREAMS! It’s super fluffy, perfectly moist, undetectably gluten-free (& dairy-free), and seriously…the BEST. It’s impressive enough for a birthday or even a wedding! Bonus? It’s also SO easy to make, with simple methods, 1 bowl, and 9 ingredients. Preheat your oven. Let them eat cake! This cake could not be easier to make! Simply whisk, pour, bake, and enjoy your cake, for goodness sake! The BEST Gluten-Free Vanilla Cake (1 Bowl!) from Minimalist Baker ..read more

If you love hummus and the rich flavor of tomatoes, you’ll ADORE this simple sun-dried tomato hummus. It’s SO versatile, creamy, easy to make, and adds instant flavor to just about everything. Enjoy it on pita, veggies, crackers, sandwiches, and more. It’s perfect for parties, picnics, meal prep, road trips, and everything in between! Just 15 minutes and a food processor or blender required. Let’s make hummus! This recipe is adapted from the Simple Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus in our cookbook! Simple Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus from Minimalist Baker ..read more

Our new favorite fudgy, not-too-sweet truffles are inspired by a similar treat from Margalaxy in Portland, Oregon. They’re creamy and complex thanks to the inclusion of tahini, bitter and chocolaty because of cocoa powder, and dates lend the perfect texture and sweetness. These seriously snack-able truffles disappeared quickly in the test kitchen. And they’re SO easy to make — just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes required! 5-Ingredient Chocolate Tahini Truffles from Minimalist Baker ..read more