This French hot chocolate is thick, rich and chocolaty, enhanced with the delicate sweetness of vanilla and a hint of salt, and can be easily be made traditionally or vegan and paleo. The weather is certainly taking its toll on the US, and here in Germany, it’s also been quite cold. So, I wanted to share this irresistible treat so we can indulge while we wait for spring. I have more hot drinks that will keep you cozy and warm, but today’s French hot chocolate is one of the most decadent. What you need to make this hot chocolate You only need 5 basic ingredients: whole milk, heavy cream, vanil ..read more

These chocolate peanut butter protein bars are super easy to make with only a handful of ingredients, are no-bake and make terrific on-the-go snacks. Can easily be made paleo, vegan or keto. Ingredients I talk about the ingredients more in detail below. And for the full recipe, scroll to the bottom of the post to the recipe box How to make them Just stir together the base ingredients and pat into rectangle. Then your spread melted chocolate + coconut oil over the top. You’re done! It yields 12 protein bars, so you have enough to enjoy throughout the week. Brands I’ve tested I usually use Dr ..read more

These protein chocolate chip cookies are perfectly chewy with a crisp exterior and taste just as delicious as regular chocolate chip cookies. They use a mix of almond and coconut flour and are grain-free, dairy-free and can also be made vegan, keto and paleo. I think these cookies are even more delicious than my Perfect Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies, from which these protein cookies are adapted. When I first baked them, it smelled like my memory of what a Popeye’s smells like (that memory is now about 20 years old, so not very reliable). ? One time, I thought it smelled like a donut shop I reca ..read more

This maca latte is a warm and cozy treat made with maca root powder, frothy milk and cinnamon and vanilla. It’s maple-sweetened, vegan and paleo but can also be made with dairy milk, if preferred. Maca root powder is a mood, memory and metabolism-enhancing superfood that boosts energy and is packed with nutrients. It makes a wonderful nutty-flavored latte that’s perfect for the post-holiday season when you might be after something that’s not so rich and decadent. You could even call it a superfood latte, much like this Chai Matcha Latte. Ingredients Maca root powder — gives this latte its nu ..read more

This hot chocolate with frothed milk only takes 3 minutes to make and is incredibly easy with an electric milk frother. You can make it traditionally with dairy milk and granulated sugar or you can make it vegan or even paleo with the right milk and maple syrup. I’ve never posted this many recipes in such rapid succession, but here I am again today with a super quick hot chocolate I thought would be fun to make while you’re preparing for Thanksgiving! This hot chocolate is way better than I expected it to be. I usually go over-the-top by using evaporated milk and chopped chocolate, like in thi ..read more

This vanilla milk is brimming with the essence of vanilla and a subtle hint of sweetness from maple syrup. Enjoy it chilled for a refreshing treat or warm it up for cozy comfort. With just 3 wholesome ingredients, this paleo and vegan-friendly drink is made easy. It’s a good option for those who want a more natural beverage, and making your own means it won’t have all the junk found in quick powders or store-bought brands. Type of milk I use cashew milk, which contributes to a slightly silky texture, but you can use any type of milk you like, including dairy if you can have it. You can also h ..read more

This dirty chai is the tastiest pick-me-up for the season. It has all the fall flavors of chai with an extra dose of espresso to get you going. With the right choice of milk, it can easily be made paleo or vegan. If you’d rather not have the added espresso, you can always have a plain but delicious Chai Tea Latte. Ingredients Here’s an overview of what you’ll need. I go into detail about most of the ingredients below! How to make it Again, I’ll let the photos do the talking. :) I should say milk of choice. I always use cashew milk, but you can use whatever you’d like. What is chai? Chai is ..read more

This matcha tea with milk is creamy, robust, and slightly sweet with maple syrup and a hint of vanilla. It’s easy to make by blending 4 ingredients to supercharge your day with a tasty, healthy beverage. You can make it with regular dairy for a traditional version or with cashew milk or another plant-based milk for a vegan and paleo version. What is matcha? Matcha is made from pulverized tea leaves and is full of antioxidants, so whether you’re drinking a fun Matcha Bubble Tea or the drink we have today, you’re getting a healthy, flavorful beverage. Unlike steeping a tea bag with powdered mat ..read more

This apple crisp oat milk macchiato is a soothing coffee drink that combines the flavors of an apple crisp with the creamy sweetness of oat milk and a shot of espresso. It’s vegan and can be gluten-free with the right oat milk. It’s the time of year when recipes are pumpkin spice everything, but not today. Here, we have fall flavors with a cozy apple crisp-flavored macchiato. I have my share of pumpkin spice recipes, like this Pumpkin Chai Latte Recipe, but today’s macchiato is perfect for the season. Ingredients Here’s an overview of what you’ll need for this drink. I recommend using a Grann ..read more

This paleo ice cream doesn’t taste at all like coconut, has a strong vanilla flavor, with hints of caramel from dates, maple syrup and cashews. It’s no-churn – all you do is blend and freeze! It’s also vegan and dairy-free. I’ve never really loved any paleo vanilla ice cream – until this one! The recipes I’ve tried were too icy and not flavorful enough for me. And they had way too much coconut flavor. I don’t want coconut-flavored vanilla ice cream, so I added cashews. And dates. And maple syrup. All that goodness kills off the coconut flavor. It still doesn’t taste exactly like traditional va ..read more