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Gluten-Free Mint Chocolate Cupcakes (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

February 24, 2020 By Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 8 Comments

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Rich chocolate combined with sweet, minty freshness! These Gluten-Free Mint Chocolate Cupcakes are vegan, allergy-free, and a perfect way to take your chocolate cupcake craving up a notch! Homemade chocolate cupcakes topped with a naturally green, minty, & dairy-free buttercream frosting with a dash of chocolate sprinkles! Who else LOVES mint chocolate? The best chocolate combo (right next to chocolate and peanut butter), if you ask me! Rich, deeply flavored chocolate, paired with that refreshing zing of mint. How could you not love that combo! It wakes up the tastebuds and satisfies all the cravings. Why else would candies like York Peppermint Patties, Junior Mints, or Andes Chocolate Mints be so popular? … Read More...

Mini Meatloaves: Vegan Meatloaf Muffins (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)

February 17, 2020 By Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 16 Comments

Mini Meatloaves! These Vegan Meatloaf Muffins are gluten-free, allergy-free, and a perfect kid-friendly dinner idea! These individual, healthy, meatless lentil loaves are full of plant-based protein and veggies. Made in a muffin tin, they're a freezer-friendly recipe and perfect for meal prepping! Meatloaf without the meat and mini? What else could you ask for? These Mini Meatloaves, Vegan Meatloaf Muffins are made right in your 'ole standard muffin tin and packed with lentils, veggies, and loads of savory "meaty" flavor and texture! With a quick "ketchup" frosting, you can think of these are savory cupcakes, perhaps? Whatever you want to call them, they're gluten-free, allergy-free, and perfect for a kid-friendly family dinner! … Read More...

Baked Vegan Mac & Cheese (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)

February 10, 2020 By Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 16 Comments

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This super easy homemade Baked Vegan Mac & Cheese is a gluten-free and allergy-free recipe that will blow your mind! This healthy and dairy-free version of the classic is still ultra-creamy, but secretly veggie-packed, kid-friendly, and contains no nuts or soy! Comfort food that's quick enough for any weeknight dinner! O my goodness! It's time for a mac and cheese party! We've done one-pot, microwave, even bites! But let's take it back to a comfort food classic and make a BIG batch of BAKED Mac & Cheese! This super creamy, vegan, and veggie-packed macaroni and cheese is going to be your new favorite dinner when you just need some good 'ole soul food! … Read More...

Easy Slow Cooker Vegan Chili (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)

February 3, 2020 By Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 16 Comments

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This easy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili is a dump-and-go crockpot meal you can set and forget! This healthy three bean chili is vegan, gluten-free, allergy-free, and full of plant-based protein, veggies, and bold Southwest flavors! A comforting dinner for a crowd or meatless make-ahead and freezer-friendly meal you can meal prep! Slow cooker vegetarian chili at it's finest! It's literally SO easy to make! Just crack open a few cans of beans, twist off the lid of some salsa, and sprinkle in some flavor-boosting powerhouses. Set your 'ole crockpot to high(or low) and let the magic happen right before your eyes! You can toss all the ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning and just let it cook all day long. When it's time for dinner, you'll have a super cozy warming bowl of vegan chili waiting for you to devour! … Read More...

Gluten-Free Valentine’s Day Heart Cookies (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

January 27, 2020 By Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 28 Comments

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A fun decorated heart-shaped cookie recipe for Valentine's! These Gluten-Free Valentine's Day Heart Cookies are vegan and allergy-free so everyone can enjoy! These delicious raspberry Linzer cookies are made from cut-out sugar cookie dough, raspberry jam, and decorated with dairy-free white chocolate and sprinkles! With Valentine's Day around the corner, that means it's time to break out ALL the heart-shaped sweets and treats! These fun decorated Linzer cookies couldn't be more perfect for the day full of hearts, love, and delicious treats! These heart-shaped cookies are gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-free so everyone can join in on this baking project and enjoy the results! … Read More...

Homemade Gluten-Free Wheat Thins (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

January 20, 2020 By Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 47 Comments

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Wheat-Free Wheat Thins? This Homemade Gluten-Free Wheat Thins recipe is a celiac-safe copycat of Nabisco's classic whole-grain cracker! This quick & easy healthy snack is vegan, allergy-free, and kid-friendly. Great for plain snacking, pairing with soups or salads, and topping with dips and spreads! It's an oxymoron! "Wheat-Free Wheat Thins"? How? We're getting as close to the gluten-filled cracker as we can with this copycat recipe! You'll get the same healthy, crunchy, slightly sweet, savory, and buttery cracker you grew-up with, but safe for celiacs and gluten-free folks alike! Even if you're not gluten-free, these homemade gluten-free wheat thins are going to be your new staple snack! … Read More...