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Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Buckwheat Mug Cake (Allergy-Free)

Published: Sep 3, 2014 Β· Modified: Apr 13, 2019 by Rebecca Pytell Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

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Have your cake and chocolate for breakfast! This easy microwave Chocolate Buckwheat Mug Cake is gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-free! Under 90 seconds for a fully cooked and frosted mug cake with protein frosting! No oil or sugar needed and a perfect single-serve recipe to tame any chocolate craving, any time of day!

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I need all the comfort I can get right now. May that be going to bed before 9 every night, calling my mom every day, or eating "cake" for breakfast. That's right. Cake. Really though this kind of cake is just a pancake without the "pan". Some ingredients, just cooked a different way. Full of good for you morning fuel with whole grain flours, flavor, and some protein "frosting" to tie it all together. Plus this cake has the addition of omega 3s from the flax egg used. I'd say this cake is a "sin" in disguise. I dare you, tell someone you had chocolate cake for breakfast (plus frosting), tell a friend who is trying to lose weight, and watch their eyes go wide. Don't keep them hanging for long though. Tell them you know the secret. Everyone can have their cake and eat it too!

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Back to the comfort aspect for a second. I first made this cake a few weeks before I left home and then I made it again on my last morning at home. Then I made it again my first weekend (last Saturday) in my dorm. I was going to make pancakes, but I was scared and just didn't feel like going all the way down to the kitchen that morning. So the microwave in my dorm room would suffice. But it was okay since this cake makes me and my tummy so happy.

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Buckwheat is my favorite flour, well maybe my favorite grain. I just love the robust earthy taste. It just works so well in gluten-free vegan baking and cooking. So homey and so comforting. Then add chocolate to that and I could just fall on the floor right there, in pure happiness. Which happens all the time πŸ˜‰

I was so nervous making this the first time because I had no idea how long to microwave it for. I wanted it to cook and be cake (not mush), but I also didn't want it to blow-up and overflow. Plus I wasn't using a mug. I used a ramekin. Ramekins are just prettier and work just as well. Obviously on my first try, I had a success and I knew this would be a recipe I would be making again, and again, and again, and finally sharing with you on the blog. The food gods always seem to be on my side πŸ˜‰

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For my pancakes, I usually use fruit or veggie puree. I never use flax or chia eggs. But I thought using one here would be my best bet for getting a perfect cake rise. It is so cool how foods can mimic other foods. Like a flax egg really acting like a real egg. Except for a lot better, healthier, and cruelty-free! I'm going to have to try a flax egg in a pancake recipe now...

Another fun thing about this cake is that it is so quick to make. Really just one minute in the microwave and BAM! You have chocolate decadence. So if you wake up feeling tired and sad (like I did on Saturday), and you don't feel like going through the whole pancake process, just make a mug cake and you will get the same satisfaction. You could also make it for dessert too. If you want a super healthy cake before bad, just whip this bad boy up and you're good to go.

Chocolate Buckwheat Mug Cake with Protein Frosting

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Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Buckwheat Mug Cake (Allergy-Free)

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Have your cake and chocolate for breakfast! This easy microwave Chocolate Buckwheat Mug Cake is gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-free! Under 90 seconds for a fully cooked and frosted mug cake with protein frosting! No oil or sugar needed and a perfect single-serve recipe to tame any chocolate craving, any time of day!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Prep Time: 1 min
  • Cook Time: 1 min
  • Total Time: 2 mins
  • Yield: 1 1x
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • For the Cake:
  • ΒΌ Cup Buckwheat Flour
  • 2 TB Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 TB Milled Flax Seed (+ 3 TB Water)
  • Β½ Tsp Baking Powder
  • ΒΌ Tsp Cinnamon (optional)
  • Liquid Stevia (sweetened to taste)
  • 3 TB Water
  • For the Chocolate Protein Frosting:
  • 1 TB Chocolate Plant-Based Protein Powder
  • 2 TB Water
  • Enjoy Life Mini Chocolate Chips (optional)
  • Allergy-Free Natural Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Grease a microwave-safe mug or small ramekin.
  2. Prepare the flax egg in the mug or ramekin you will be using, by mixing together the tablespoon of flax and 3 tablespoons of water, letting it sit for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add in the buckwheat flour, cocoa, baking powder, optional cinnamon, sweetener, and the additional 3 tablespoons of water.
  4. Mix everything together to form a smooth, thick, cake batter.
  5. Microwave the cake on high for 1 minute. If the batter needs more time, add another 10-30 second interval.
  6. To make the frosting, simply mix together the protein powder with the water until you get your desired consistency.
  7. Top the cooked mug cake with the frosting and top with optional mini chocolate chips and sprinkles.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1

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The last step is to do this. DIG IN! If you have trouble getting up in the morning, the allure of chocolate cake just has to get you out of bed! Come on! CAKE! Cake that you can feel good about eating too. I see many mug cake variations in my college future. I already have one in the to-share recipe file, but I have tons of other versions brewing. Breakfast kids, breakfast is the BEST meal of the day and I don't want to hear otherwise πŸ˜‰ Now go make some cake!

So tell me:

+ Everyone has comfort foods, what are yours? Mine are any breakfast food I make, potatoes with coconut butter, and apples with nut butter! (Comfort foods don't have to be unhealthy!)

+ What was your go-to breakfast in college? I hope it wasn't the stereotypical cold pizza!

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Comments

  1. Claire Rocks

    March 06, 2019 at 2:06 pm

    Oh my! i am going to have to give this a try! amazing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 06, 2019 at 5:36 pm

      Enjoy; it's a classic!

      Reply
  2. Anita Faulkner - Brazen Mummy Writes

    March 06, 2019 at 8:10 am

    Amazing! This sounds too good to be true - can't wait to give it a go! All of the fun with none of the nasties. Perfect.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 06, 2019 at 12:16 pm

      Has been a longtime fav for many!

      Reply
  3. masala girl

    April 03, 2016 at 12:18 pm

    i wish i'd seen this before i had breakfast! haha. oh well, next weekend πŸ™‚ it's so simple! and delicious looking!! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 03, 2016 at 2:49 pm

      Girl, this is a MONDAY kinda breakfast! Make it tomorrow!

      Reply
  4. Miller

    October 20, 2015 at 9:18 am

    I love to read your posts and recipes. The photos you post make me really hungry. Thanks for sharing this recipe

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      October 20, 2015 at 12:44 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  5. Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma)

    September 18, 2014 at 11:25 am

    Thanks for linking up at our Gluten Free Fridays party! I have tweeted and pinned your entry to our Gluten Free Fridays board on Pinterest! πŸ™‚ I can't wait to see what you share this week! Its LIVE!

    Cindy from vegetarianmamma.com

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 18, 2014 at 11:27 am

      Thanks Cindy.

      Reply
  6. Raia

    September 12, 2014 at 2:37 pm

    Buckwheat has got to be one of my all time favorite flours! I love this recipe, though I'd probably have to multiply the ingredients x6... πŸ˜‰ Thanks for sharing it at Savoring Saturdays, Rebecca!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 12, 2014 at 2:39 pm

      Same here! Really it is the best and always my go to!

      Reply
  7. Joyce @ It's Your Life

    September 11, 2014 at 2:55 pm

    I think it's great you are continuing to eat healthy even at college. Maybe you can teach the kid with the pop and the pop tart something. I'm sure you had to making some kind of yuck face be it on the outside or inside. Thanks for sharing once again on Real Food Fridays.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 11, 2014 at 3:05 pm

      Hahahaha, you saw my tweet πŸ˜‰ I was so rolling my eyes πŸ˜‰

      Reply
      • Joyce @ It's Your Life

        September 11, 2014 at 4:26 pm

        Yes, I did and was appalled. Though I shouldn't be I was there at one time.

        Reply
  8. Stephanie

    September 10, 2014 at 1:32 pm

    Love mug cakes!! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 10, 2014 at 1:58 pm

      They are so quick and so yummy! Thank you πŸ™‚

      Reply
  9. Pure Grace Farms

    September 09, 2014 at 9:22 pm

    Love the healthy ingredients in this dessert and I am fortunate I have all the ingredients on hand to try it. Yum.
    Thank you for coming by to Foodie Fridays and sharing this week. Hope to see you again on Thursday.
    Blessings,
    Shari

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 10, 2014 at 12:05 am

      Yay! I hope you do! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  10. Tina Muir

    September 09, 2014 at 11:57 am

    Thanks for linking up Rebecca! Meatless Monday lovers will always enjoy chocolate cake πŸ™‚ Glad you are finding ways to enjoy your foods while still at college. What is the cafeteria like there? I actually miss eating in cafeterias....so much to choose from!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 09, 2014 at 12:06 pm

      I can only get limited things there. I just place special orders for either chicken, fish, and veggies for dinner. Otherwise I am on my own...or Whole Foods πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  11. Nicole @ Fitful Focus

    September 09, 2014 at 11:14 am

    Stopping by from the Meatless Monday linkup. I LOVE mug cakes, and this one looks particularly yummy (and healthy!). Thanks for sharing πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 09, 2014 at 11:33 am

      The only cake I'd ever eat πŸ˜‰ Has to be healthy!

      Reply
  12. Brianna @Flippin' Delicious

    September 08, 2014 at 10:10 pm

    I love making mug cakes. Just enough for me to taste, without *accidentally* eating an entire cake. And I don't have to turn the oven on! I love that you made it vegan too.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 09, 2014 at 1:24 am

      Always enough for one and always vegan is my motto πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  13. kimmythevegan

    September 08, 2014 at 10:02 pm

    What a super delicious-sounding breakfast. I could use some comfort myself and this will be perfect =)
    I hope things are going well in your new place (I'm sure they are 'cause you rock!)
    Thanks for sharing this decadent, yet healthful & awesome breakfast with us at Healthy Vegan Fridays. I have pinned it to our Pinterest Board.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 09, 2014 at 1:23 am

      Well this will bring you some comfort πŸ˜‰
      Thanks Kimmy!

      Reply
  14. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner

    September 08, 2014 at 9:07 am

    ooh that looks good. I haven’t done much with Buckwheat flour yet.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 08, 2014 at 9:23 am

      You should, its great!

      Reply
  15. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    September 05, 2014 at 11:42 pm

    I love microwave cakes. I've quit making them as much since it's so hot, but fall is coming and i know they'll be in the nightly rotation soon! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 06, 2014 at 12:55 am

      I hope so! The temperature should never deter your from making cake πŸ˜‰ Its just too good!

      Reply
  16. Honest Mum

    September 05, 2014 at 5:04 pm

    I don't eat a lot of wheat (just every so often) so love an alternative recipe. I've never tried buckwheat but must. This looks yummy! Thanks for linking up to #tastytuesdays

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 05, 2014 at 5:14 pm

      You will love buckwheat! It's fabulous πŸ™‚

      Reply
  17. Marla

    September 05, 2014 at 1:42 pm

    Hi Rebecca,
    Looks absolutely delicious. I also love buckwheat flour. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays blog hop. Have a healthy happy weekend! Will pin & twitt.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 05, 2014 at 1:57 pm

      It's the best! Thanks Marla!

      Reply
  18. Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life

    September 04, 2014 at 8:11 pm

    Delicious and healthy...perfect! And I love that it is so quick to make too!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 04, 2014 at 8:19 pm

      Cake whenever you want it πŸ˜‰

      Reply
      • Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life

        September 04, 2014 at 8:40 pm

        And THAT is a great thing!

        Reply
  19. Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine

    September 04, 2014 at 7:14 pm

    I am def going to try this! I love buckwheat flour, too. I use it all the time. I love the slight grainy-ness it adds. Earthy, yummy-- love that it's the only flour you used!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 04, 2014 at 7:25 pm

      That's the word! Earthy!
      I never know how to describe it! But that fits! O how I love that taste and soft texture. It is my perfect flour.

      Reply
  20. Kris @ Plants & Pages

    September 04, 2014 at 3:59 pm

    I love this! I've been looking for a vegan, GF mug cake recipe forever--thanks so much!

    Since I'm living in a vegan co-op this year, I have access to a full kitchen (which is wonderful). I've been making green smoothies every morning for breakfast, in an effort to keep my body temperature as low as possible! Once the snow comes, though, I'll probably switch over to buckwheat flake porridge or waffles. Yeah, I definitely brought my waffle iron to school with me! πŸ™‚

    And coffee. Can't have breakfast without coffee. My little coffeepot is a gift from the gods.

    Have a wonderful day! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 04, 2014 at 5:29 pm

      Happy to be of service πŸ˜‰

      I am going to tell my mom to bring the waffle iron down when she comes to visit in October!

      I've been overdoing it with the coffee and my tummy is not so happy, haha! But o it is so good!

      Reply
  21. Alison

    September 04, 2014 at 6:01 am

    I love this idea, cake in a mug whenever you fancy a snack. It looks great as well

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 04, 2014 at 6:20 am

      I wonder who got this mug cake craze started...they were genius!

      Reply
  22. Jo-Lynne Shane {Musings of a Housewife}

    September 04, 2014 at 4:53 am

    That sounds awesome! And I love the new look of your blog!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 04, 2014 at 6:20 am

      Thanks Jo-Lynne!

      Reply
  23. Cassie

    September 03, 2014 at 9:20 pm

    I haven't made a mug cake in so long... this needs to change with this chocolate buckwheat cake!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 10:35 pm

      Ah! Yes it does! I know I can't believe it tooke this long to try it out! I seriously was missing out on one grand food experience, haha!

      Reply
  24. Linz @ Itz Linz

    September 03, 2014 at 8:22 pm

    a comfort food i love is good ol' fashioned mac and cheese!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 10:34 pm

      That seems to be a love among many πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  25. purelytwins

    September 03, 2014 at 7:42 pm

    yum!! we love making mini cakes like this πŸ˜‰

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 7:57 pm

      Haha, well I'm totally addicted now! πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  26. Amber

    September 03, 2014 at 5:53 pm

    YUM CAKE FOR BREAKFAST! I actually have never hard buckwheat flour...do you buy it as a flour or make your own? AND my favorite foods are carbs and chocolate and peanut butter or Italian cheesy food but I rarely eat out of comfort, if anything I stress eat and then I wan CRUNCHY goodness !

    As for your frosting, how do you make it thick? My powder comes out weird! Do you use whey?!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 5:56 pm

      WHAT!? That makes me so sad :'( Buckwheat IS the BEST flour out there anywhere. I love Arrowhead Mill's Organic Buckwheat Flour. It is so beautiful and soft!

      Lol, you know I don't eat dairy! My go to protein powders are obviously Plant Fusion and Nuzest.

      Reply
  27. Nicky

    September 03, 2014 at 4:24 pm

    This is the perfect single serving cake. With this, I won't be tempted to eat the whole cake. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 4:26 pm

      Well since its single serve, you will be eating the whole thing πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  28. Brittany @ DulceVie

    September 03, 2014 at 3:26 pm

    Looks delicious! My go to food in college is oatmeal. I used to eat oatmeal almost every morning in high school & eating it in college just brings back the familiarity of it πŸ™‚ Gotta love oatmeal

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 3:29 pm

      Haha, I had oatmeal this morning with a huge spoonful of cinnamon raisin PB swirled in! So yummy πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  29. Rachel

    September 03, 2014 at 2:09 pm

    That mug cake looks really good!

    Macaroni and cheese, the gooey/creamy kind is one of my favorite comfort foods, along with dark chocolate covered berries (kind of healthy, right?). When I'm really stressed or sad, peppermint tea is the best thing.

    The best thing my mom got me for college was a little 6-cup brewer, it was the kind that brewed the coffee and kept it inside and you just dispensed it into the mug, it was probably a precursor to Keurig-style coffee. I lived with 3 girls and got up at 5am for work. I was the only one who drank coffee, but they all loved how it made our apartment smell.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 3:28 pm

      Ah! I drink peppermint tea every night! I can't sleep otherwise!

      Haha yea! I'm the one up at 4:30, but for some reason the coffee maker doesn't really emit the wonderful aroma :/

      Reply
  30. Jamie @ Rise.Run.Mom.Repeat.

    September 03, 2014 at 1:39 pm

    Ooooh, this recipe sounds so yummy. I'm gluten free as of recently and I've yet to have a GOOD gf cake. I'm totally going to try this.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 5:12 pm

      Well this is some GOOD cake! You'll love it!

      Reply
  31. Rachael@AnAvocadoADay

    September 03, 2014 at 1:17 pm

    Yum! I have a ton of buckwheat flour at home from a clearance sale so I definitely will be making this!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 1:44 pm

      Yea! Put that goodness to good use πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  32. laura @ scribbles and sass

    September 03, 2014 at 10:50 am

    yum! this looks delicious. i've never given a mug cake a try, i'll have to remedy that!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 11:16 am

      Please do! You won't be disappointed! I know I waited to long to give it a try, haha πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  33. Marisa @ Uproot from Oregon

    September 03, 2014 at 10:20 am

    Sometimes we just need some cake to cheer up! I hope your sad mood is remedied - the first few weeks are really hard but I promise you will soon be wishing your mom would call less πŸ˜‰

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 10:34 am

      No matter what breakfast always remedies my mood πŸ˜‰

      Eh no I will always call her! It hurts my soul to go a day without calling her, haha!

      Reply
  34. Yaitza

    September 03, 2014 at 9:07 am

    Looks delish Rebecca! I also love me a good ol' coffee maker! My go to comfort food is definitely dipping dried fruit (specifically figs, dates) in almond butter or a tropical trail mix! Yum! Leaving home is hard, but, enjoy the college life experience! Xoxo

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 9:18 am

      Mmm! I have actually been really loving figs lately! I am normally not a dried fruit person, but they are so good in oatmeal!

      Thanks Yaitza πŸ™‚

      Reply
  35. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables

    September 03, 2014 at 8:17 am

    I love buckwheat mug cakes!!! YUM!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 8:18 am

      Buckwheat seriously is the best!

      Reply
  36. Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living

    September 03, 2014 at 8:09 am

    Love this healthy mug cake - looks so decadent, I don't think anyone would know it's packed with healthy ingredients!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 8:18 am

      Right!? Add a little cocoa and you can make any healthy dish look sinful πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  37. jill conyers

    September 03, 2014 at 6:11 am

    I love it when I see you're sharing a recipe. I can count on it being yummy and gluten free! No tweaking needed πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 03, 2014 at 7:11 am

      Thanks Jill!
      You got that right! Who ever said cooking gluten-free is hard? Haha πŸ˜‰

      Reply

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Make-Ahead & Meal Prep Essential (great for light lunches & dinners!) 🀎
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This recipe was the LAST one I made back in NJ last summer! It is one of the best pasta salads to ever appear on Strength and sunshine! Using @eatbanza Cavatappi, crisp romaine, grape tomatoes, my homemade coconut bacon, homemade aquafaba mayo, seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper! It's SO easy and quick! You are going to fall in love! Ditch the gluten, meat, and eggs in this BLT salad and still get all the delicious flavors and heartiness you love! πŸ€€πŸ™ŒβœŒοΈ
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What's your favorite sandwich? BLTs are the best savory sandwiches, PBJs are the best sweet! πŸ˜†βœŒοΈ
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-blt-pasta-salad-gluten-free/
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When you've got some extra bananas that are ripe, When you've got some extra bananas that are ripe, but not ripe enough for banana bread, what do you do??? πŸ€”πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ
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Vegan Bananas Foster (Gluten-Free, No Alcohol) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸŒ
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This Blissfully Brilliant Non-Alcoholic Bananas Foster recipe is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Paleo + Grain-Free πŸ’š
Naturally Sweet πŸ’™
Just 10 Minutes πŸ’œ
Easy, Quick, No Rum NeededπŸ’—
Perfect Southern Dessert, Brunch Topping, or Breakfast Treat πŸ’–
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Slice up those naturally sweet @chiquitabanana bananas, melt some @countrycrock vegan butter in a @lodgecastiron pan with brown sugar @swervesweetie, some rum and vanilla extract with a dash of @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon, to caramelize into a rich deeply flavored and aromatic sauce. Saute the bananas until slightly soft and serve right away with vanilla @nadamoo ice cream for dessert or some homemade French toast (use one of my banana bread recipes!) πŸŒβœŒοΈπŸ‘Œ
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What do you like to serve your bananas foster with? πŸŒπŸ¨πŸžπŸ§‡
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/bananas-foster/
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You can enjoy plantains are EVERY stage of ripenes You can enjoy plantains are EVERY stage of ripeness! πŸ’›πŸŒ
When their yellow, make Maduros! πŸ₯°
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Fried Sweet Plantains (Maduros) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸŒ
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These Mouthwatering Melt-In-Your-Mouth Maduros are πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Paleo + Grain-Free πŸ’š
Naturally Sweet πŸ’™
Just 10 Minutes πŸ’œ
Easy, Healthier, & Pan-Fried πŸ’—
Perfect Side Dish, Appetizer, or Snack (for Any Meal!) πŸ’–
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The opposite of tostones with your unripe green plantains; Once your @chiquitabanana plantains turn perfectly yellow and ripe, slice them up, and lightly pan-fry them in your @lodgecastiron for a quick, semi-sweet, creamy, custardy side dish everyone will love! Toss them with some cinnamon, salt, and enjoy them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! πŸŒβœŒοΈπŸ‘Œ
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Team Tostone or Team Maduro? πŸ€”
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-tostones/
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Not sure what to do with those green plantains? Ma Not sure what to do with those green plantains? Make Tostones! 😍
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Air Fryer Tostones (Healthy, Oil-Free) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸŒ
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These Totally Tropical Terific Tostones are πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Paleo + Grain-Free πŸ’š
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Simply Plantains & Salt πŸ’œ
Quick, Easy, No-Mess, No Oil! πŸ’—
Perfect Savory Side Dish, Appetizer, or Snack πŸ’–
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Perfect tostones require the unripe green plantains (got mine from @theboysfarmersmarket), they're super cheap (like 20-30Β’), peel, slice, soak them in some water, lime juice, and salt, use your @gowiseusa air fryer to give them the first "fry", then get out your frustrations by smashing them into flat discs with a tostonera or a heavy mug, toss them back in the air fryer to finish getting golden and crispy! Serve with an extra pinch of flaky salt and salsa dips of choice! πŸ‘Œ
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-tostones/
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#tostones #airfryertostones #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #oilfree #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #airfryerrecipe #southfloridaliving #healthysidedish #glutenfreelife #plantain #plantbasedvegan #kidapproved #vegansnack #plantains #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #caribbeanfood #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom
Simple, crisp, cold, and refreshing! Your new sala Simple, crisp, cold, and refreshing!
Your new salad obsession for the season! πŸ₯—
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Shirazi Salad (Persian Cucumber & Tomato Salad) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸ₯—πŸ₯’πŸ…πŸ§…
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This Cool Crisp Cucumber Tangy Tomato Salad is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo πŸ’š
Naturally Raw & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Just Healthy Veggies, EVOO, & Herbs πŸ’œ
Simple, Easy, Ready In 10 Minutes πŸ’—
Perfect Side Dish, Salad, or Appetizer πŸ’–
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This Persian salad is packed with flavor but so simple! Persian cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, red onion, @pompeian extra virgin olive oil, authentic verjuice or fresh lime juice, @simplyorganicfoods dried mint (the secret!) salt and pepper. Toss on some fresh herbs like parsley if you want, mix it up, and serve right away to enjoy that super refreshing crunch! πŸ˜‹πŸ˜šπŸ™Œ
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/shirazi-salad/
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Light, fluffy, bright, and zesty, with a little po Light, fluffy, bright, and zesty, with a little poppy seed nuttiness! πŸ˜πŸ‹πŸ₯ž
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Gluten-Free Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes (Vegan, Allergy-Free) πŸ˜‹πŸ‹πŸ₯ž
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This Flavor-Packed Pancake Stack of Sunshine is:πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’š
Kid-Approved πŸ’™
Perfect Springtime or Easter Breakfast or Brunch πŸ’œ
Make-Ahead + Freezer-Friendly πŸ’–
Easy & Quick, Fluffy & Healthy πŸ’—
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Who's ready for this bright and zesty stack of hotcakes?! πŸ™Œ
Start with @kingarthurbaking GF flour, baking powder & soda, applesauce or my homemade vegan sour cream with @so_delicious coconut yogurt, tons of fresh lemon set and juice, vegan buttermilk, @simplyorganicfoods poppy seeds, a touch of @swervesweetie, vanilla, and topped with a simple lemon glaze made with @swervesweetie! 😍✌️🀀
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Lemon poppy seed is a seasonal flavor must! Not too sweet, but sweet and flavorful enough not to need any maple syrup! Tons of ways to top them and more suggestions over on the blog! πŸ˜‹πŸ˜š
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Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/lemon-poppy-seed-pancakes/
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Broccoli doesn't have to be boring...πŸ₯¦πŸ˜ * Pe Broccoli doesn't have to be boring...πŸ₯¦πŸ˜
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Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli (Easy, Oil-Free) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸ₯¦
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This Brilliant un-Believable Broccoli Bash is πŸ‘‡
Gluten-Free ❀️
Allergy-Free 🧑
Vegan πŸ’›
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo πŸ’š
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free πŸ’™
Just Broccoli & Choice of Seasonings πŸ’œ
No-Fuss, Ready In 10 Minutes πŸ’—
Perfect Weeknight Side Dish, Appetizer, or Healthy Snack πŸ’–
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Just grab a bunch of fresh broccoli from your local market (like @theboysfarmersmarket), your flavors and seasonings of choice (@simplyorganicfoods), toss, and let your @gowiseusa air fryer do all the crispy roasting magic! Turn even the pickiest of eaters and biggest broccoli haters into diehard broccoli lovers! πŸ₯³πŸ˜‹πŸ₯¦πŸ™Œ
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What's your all-time favorite way to eat yo' broccoli? I'm a raw kinda gal ✌️
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! πŸ‘†πŸ‘†
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-broccoli/
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#broccoli #oilfree #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #broccolirecipes #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #airfryerrecipe #easysidedish #healthysidedish #glutenfreelife #pickyeaters #plantbasedvegan #kidapproved #pickyeater #ketorecipe #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #ketosnacks #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom