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Let’s Chat About: Eggs {And How To Replace Them}

December 2, 2014 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 47 Comments

Well this post was a long time coming ๐Ÿ˜‰ My feelings about eggs are just as intense as they are about dairy. So let’s chat about them today and stir up some good foodie conversation! (No bashing though…let’s keep things civil!)

Let's Chat About...Eggs | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #eggfree #eggs

We’ll start with what eggs are and where they come from. In simple terms: “Hens, female chickens, have a cycle that can be daily during certain times of the year. Like humans, hens have ovaries, though only the left ovary develops fully. This ovary sends a yolk on its path. The yolk forms what we know as an โ€œegg whiteโ€ as it moves through the reproductive tract into the shell gland. The shell takes about 21 hours to form and โ€œCluck!โ€โ€”out pops an egg! Because this egg is unfertilized, it wonโ€™t grow into a cute baby chick” (source). Now, the horror is that hens are forced to produce 250 to 300 (from naturally 10-15) eggs a year through genetic manipulation (source). This high and overproduction causes great harm and stress to the hen, including fetal diseases, osteoporosis, paralysis, and tumors.

To make things worse for hens are stuffed into tiny cages with no room to move, letting disease and stress spread even more. Their beaks are cut off to prevent pecking of other hens which leaves them in immense pain for weeks. Many hens become “immobilized and die of asphyxiation or dehydration. Decomposing corpses are found in cages with live birds” (source). There is no legal standard for free-range, and cage-free can mean the hens are just cramped into a large storage shed walking on top of each other. Don’t be fooled.

Now, another horrifying part is what happens to the baby chicks that are born. “The egg industry kills millions of newborn baby chicks every single day; more than 260 million are killed every year in the U.S. alone. (4) At the hatcheries that supply female chicks to factory egg farms, small farms, and backyard egg hen enthusiasts, male chicks are sorted and killed shortly after birth by being ground up alive in giant macerators, gassed, or left to suffocate in garbage bags and dumpsters. Because male chicks will never lay eggs and are not the breed sold for meat (meat chicken breeds have been genetically manipulated to grow much more breast muscle and flesh), they are considered worthless to the egg industry, and so are disposed of as trash” (source).

One more quote to sum this disgusting practice up, “Every time you buy a carton of eggs, whether they are conventional, organic, free-range, cage-free, certified humanely raised, etc., you are in effect paying for the murder of hundreds of millions of baby animals” (source).

Here’s the thing. You don’t have to eat eggs (you shouldn’t be in the first place. Just like dairy, we were not meant to ever consume them). You don’t have to because there are 100% cruelty-free ways to make all you “egg” foods! Even your morning omelet can be done. I will also be sharing a vegan scramble recipe tomorrow for your tummy pleasure ๐Ÿ˜‰ Don’t worry about baking either. You know everything I make, from breads to pancakes are egg-free all the way every time! It just takes a few easy and healthy substitutions!

How-To Make Your Recipe Egg-Free | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #eggfree #vegan

To Bind (holds dense recipes together like breads, muffins, pancakes, meatloaf, meatballs, cookies, etc.):

– 1/4 Cup Mashed Banana

– 1/4 Cup Applesauce

– 1/4 Cup Pumpkin or Squash Puree

– 1/4 Cup Dairy-Free Yogurt

– 1 Tablespoon of Milled Flax + 3 Tablespoons of Water (mix and let sit for at least 5 minutes to thicken)

– 1 Tablespoon of Chia Seeds + 3 Tablespoons of Waterย (mix and let sit for at least 5 minutes to thicken)

– 1 1/2 Teaspoons of Ener-G (or other commercial) Egg-Replacer + 2 Tablespoons of Water

To Leaven (for lighter fluffy things like cakes, cupcakes, and quick breads):

– 1/4 Cup Fruit or Squash Puree + 1/4 Teaspoon of Baking Soda

– 1 1/2 Teaspoons of Ener-G (or other commercial) Egg-Replacer + 2 Tablespoons of Water

– 1 Teaspoon of Soda + 1 Tablespoon of Vinegar (like white or apple cider vinegar)

To Add Moisture (cakes, brownies, pancakes, etc.):

– 1/4 Cup Fruit or Squash Puree

– 1/4 Cup Finely Grated Veggies such as Zucchini

– 1/4 Cup Vegetable Puree (baby food jar come in handy! I love carrot puree)

– 1/4 Cup Dairy-Free Yogurt

To Thicken (brownies, pie fillings, custards, etc.):

– 2 Tablespoons of either Arrowroot, Corn, or Potato Starch + 3 Tablespoons of Water

– 1 Tablespoon of Agar + 1 Tablespoon of Water for “Egg White” (it’s whippable as well!)

See, it’s not so hard! When in doubt, use a flax egg, pumpkin puree, or banana. Those have never let me down! Remember that all the suggestions above are for replacing 1 egg. Increase the amounts as needed. It may take some time to adjust your favorite recipes, with the liquids, flours, etc. But it can be done. Hey, I’m gluten-free too and I make all my baking needs work (double to effort!). Have fun with it though. You’ll be surprised how easy it becomes once you find the right techniques!

Now go make some egg-free pancakes! Don’t worry, I’ll share how to make an egg-free scramble tomorrow! Just think about all the baby chicks and hens you are saving by “voting with your dollar” and going egg-free! (Especially during the holiday season when baking is in full swing!)

So tell me:

+ Are you egg-free?ย 

+ What’s your favorite egg-replacer?

+ Have any recipes you want me to help you “de-eggifty”?

Now let’s chat! But before you go, check this out.

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Comments

  1. kimmythevegan says

    December 18, 2014 at 10:30 pm

    I never really liked eggs, that part of going vegan was super easy for me. I’ve learned how to replace them over the years – love this list you gave =)

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 18, 2014 at 10:56 pm

      Replacing eggs was like replacing dairy…..it didn’t take much thought or struggle!

      Reply
  2. Liz - Meal Makeover Mom says

    December 12, 2014 at 7:12 pm

    I eat organic eggs and local eggs. There is a small farm in my community that raises chickens and has an egg CSA. I’ll ask them what happens when baby male chicks are born. I’d love to have them weigh in on this since they have been leaders in sustainability and local farming for over 20 years. It’s a minor miracle that this farm has withstood development! Anyway, I do appreciate the good nutrition in eggs, especially choline. Back at ya after I get feedback from my farmer neighbors ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 12, 2014 at 7:16 pm

      Well, they don’t run a factory farm I’m assuming, nor do they force egg production, so I’m sure they have more sustainable practices.

      Reply
  3. Michaell @ Foodscape says

    December 5, 2014 at 2:40 pm

    What a great post! I love how you separated the egg replacements by what you want it to do for you (thicken, moisture, leaven). I’m off to find you on Facebook! I need to share this!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 5, 2014 at 2:41 pm

      Thank you so much! I’m so glad you found it helpful! There are so many guides out there, but I wanted to create my own since this is how I make ALL my recipes!

      Reply
  4. Alex Caspero MA,RD (@delishknowledge) says

    December 2, 2014 at 11:01 pm

    Great post and great conversation. I feel like the more we discuss factory farming and the evils of it… the better! Many people really don’t know what factory farming actually looks like.

    My favorite egg replacement is the CHIA egg! I love flax too but chia, especially in pancakes, is my favorite swap! The texture is amazing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 11:24 pm

      They don’t! When I was first learnimg about it years ago, I mever knew the sensless practice theu used in destorying the male chicks! Insane!

      Chia eggs rock! You just can’t beat theor undeniable gel-like texture!

      Reply
  5. Mandy says

    December 2, 2014 at 9:39 pm

    You can also use 1/4 cup of silken tofu (or so I’ve heard – I have yet to try it. I never seem to have 1/4 cup leftover)!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 11:19 pm

      I didn’t include that because I like to keep my blog allergy friendly amd I have a severe soy allergy! Haha! But yes! You can!

      Reply
  6. Michael says

    December 2, 2014 at 5:36 pm

    Reading this was depressing. I feel sorry for these chickens. I’m not sure who I feel worse for. The females that are made to produce eggs or the males that are killed shortly after hatching. It’s times like these that I’m thankful I’m not a chicken!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 5:45 pm

      I can’t understand why they’re treated so cruelty and why they just “toss” the baby males chicks…it’s horrifying!

      Reply
      • Michael says

        December 2, 2014 at 5:48 pm

        I’m surprised that no one buys them. You’d think there would be some use for them. I’ve seen on TV people eat male chickens.

        Reply
  7. caralyn @ glutenfreehappytummy says

    December 2, 2014 at 4:50 pm

    i want eggs where the chickens can roam free in the grass and eat bugs and get lots of sunshine…so basically, none that can be bought in stores :/

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 4:53 pm

      No, not very often. That’s why, no matter what, people can rely on these great and much better HAPPIER subs!

      Reply
  8. Lola says

    December 2, 2014 at 3:59 pm

    Not all eggs are the same and its best to buy pastured. Of course factory farm anything, including salmon, isnt beneficial for you.. but eggs are one of the best sources of amino acids and proteins out there and saying that our bodies were not meant to eat eggs is misleading..

    Eggs are among the best sources of protein in the diet. In fact, the biological value (a measure of protein quality) is often evaluated by comparing it to eggs, which are given the perfect score of 100.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 4:10 pm

      Eggs are a great source of protein, however I do not support consuming them.

      Reply
  9. Kelly says

    December 2, 2014 at 3:29 pm

    Oh my gosh! I never knew about all that stuff with the chickens. I mean, I knew that they were crammed into small cages with dead chickens often in there with the live chickens, but I didn’t know about all those millions of baby chicks being thrown out as trash. That is horrible!! ๐Ÿ™ We have raised chickens and chicks since before I could even remember living, so chicks and chickens play a big role in my childhood and basically my life and to hear them treated as such makes me want to never buy store eggs again. :/
    Anyways, thanks so much for those egg replacements. Whenever our chickens are naturally not producing as much and we have an egg shortage, I like to have these ideas on hand.
    Thanks!

    ~Kelly

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 3:34 pm

      I’m so glad you learned something!
      That’s great that you at least consume in the most sustainable way possible, good to hear!
      Everyone should give replacements a try! I really think they make foods much better anyway!

      Reply
  10. KC the Kitchen Chopper says

    December 2, 2014 at 1:44 pm

    Chia seeds are great for baking. I did an experiment baking pumpkin pies. One with egg and one with the soaked Chia’s. You could not tell the difference! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 1:46 pm

      Right!? It’s crazy how seemlessly they work! It takes some tweeking, but for the most part things go smoothly!

      Reply
  11. Nikki Vergakes says

    December 2, 2014 at 12:29 pm

    Ahh this is so sad for me to read.. I love my omeletes and egg white scrambles in the morning.. but I can’t wait to read your omelet post,I’ll definitely try it out!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 12:31 pm

      My omelet post is linked and already on the blog, but the scramble is coming tomorrow! You’ll love it!

      Reply
  12. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

    December 2, 2014 at 9:51 am

    Great post! Eggs are not healthy if they are farm raised in mass production. I only buy eggs that are pastured from local farms. They are most expensive but completely worth it. I only wish they were more widely available.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 10:01 am

      It’s better, but still not good. Because of their expense too, it does deter people from making a better choice, but that’s why eggs shouldn’t be consumed anyway ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
      • Jen @ Bagels to Broccoli says

        December 4, 2014 at 3:30 pm

        Not to intervene on your blog, but I do think it’s important not to make mass assumptions about food when it’s not really fair to do so; not everyone has the same standards as you and if they don’t, they shouldn’t have to feel the need to follow them :). But I understand where you’re coming from with the animal cruelty piece – it is horrible.

        Reply
        • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

          December 4, 2014 at 3:46 pm

          I’m not telling anyone how to eat. It’s a free country and we all have to make our own decisions. That’s the point of this post. I just wanted to share information on the egg industry and how you can replace eggs in any diet if you so choose to. I am also a huge advocate for allergy-free eating and like to promote that on my blog since food allergies are a large part of my life. This post is just about why I choose not to consume or buy eggs and how easy it is to replace them.

          Reply
  13. Sophie says

    December 2, 2014 at 9:45 am

    Absolutely love this post. People need to be more aware about what lies behind their food ‘choices’. Because a choice is what it is really….not a necessity…. Why would you choose to eat something that has so much harm associated with it? I guess if you don’t have the information you can more easily ‘turn a blind eye’ or will find some other way of justifying your actions. Heck, I did for 21 years of my life until I woke up.
    Thanks for spreading this message Rebecca!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 10:00 am

      Thank you Sophie!
      Totally! People don’t realize that the choice is theirs and ONLY theirs to make. We need to take personal responsibility if we want change!

      Reply
  14. gretchen | kumquat says

    December 2, 2014 at 9:42 am

    such a sad, yet informative post! factory farming is a mess… thanks for the egg sub ideas. i’m gonna send this post to a newly vegan friend. again, great post!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 9:59 am

      Thanks Gretchen! It is really horrible :/
      Hope this helps!

      Reply
  15. Linda @ Veganosity says

    December 2, 2014 at 9:11 am

    Fantastic post Rebecca! This is part of the reason that Alex and I chose to become vegans. We don’t judge others for their dietary or lifestyle choices, but we do try to educate whenever someone asks us why. Factory farming is a repugnant industry. The things that they do to animals is beyond my comprehension and it literally made me sick when I began researching the topic. I feel and look so much better since I started eating a 100% plant based diet, and the amount that I spend on clothing (just as fabulous without leather) has been slashed. Bonus! We have veganized so many of our favorite conventional recipes, it’s really not hard.

    My favorite egg replacer for baked products is applesauce mixed with baking powder. It makes my cakes, waffles, etc., so light and fluffy. 1/4 cup of applesauce plus 2 teaspoons of baking powder = 1 egg. Try it, you’ll like it! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 9:32 am

      Right! Everyone can chose what they want, but they should be fully informed first and understand the decisions and implications they make. It really isn’t hard!

      Yup! That’s a classic one! The addition of the BP helps it rise and be o so fluffy and less :gooey”

      Reply
  16. GiGi Eats says

    December 2, 2014 at 8:56 am

    I am all about the FLAX egg but I really want to try gelatin in my next cookie recipe ๐Ÿ™‚ I’ve heard great things!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 8:58 am

      NO! Use agar! It’s the vegan substitute for gelatin! ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
      • GiGi Eats says

        December 3, 2014 at 6:15 pm

        But I am not vegan! LOL!

        Reply
  17. Ali the Skinny GF Chef says

    December 2, 2014 at 8:49 am

    We are so fortunate to have a neighbor who gives us eggs from his chickens. What is wrong with the world that they could torture animals in this way? It’s just horrible.
    Thank you for the post. I won’t buy their eggs in the stores ever again and do use substitutions in my baking on occasion.
    Blessings, xo

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 8:55 am

      That’s great to hear Ali! At least your decision is a little more “sustainable”.

      Baked goods are so much better without eggs!

      Reply
  18. Michele @ paleorunningmomma says

    December 2, 2014 at 8:48 am

    Definitely an interesting topic. I do believe that there is a way to get properly sourced eggs and the nutrition for some is worth it. Great info on egg substitutes as there are many people who are either egg free for moral reasons or allergies. Agree though that the factory farming system is a complete mess and we should avoid purchasing those products when possible.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 8:54 am

      Right, no matter what you do, conventional eggs are NOT acceptable and people need to have access to the facts to decide what they want to do!

      Being egg-free is super easy because of all these subs! Really, who doesn’t love pancakes made with pumpkin or banana!

      Reply
  19. Natalie says

    December 2, 2014 at 8:28 am

    I agree 100%! I’m not sure how this much cruelty still exists in a “civilized” country. Any industry that exploits animals is wrong in my opinion. Animals aren’t here for us to use, they’re here for their own purpose and life.

    On a more upbeat note ๐Ÿ™‚ I just made a cake with almond milk yogurt yesterday and it turned out amazing! I’ve used flax and chia and applesauce and pumpkin and etc. before, but this was my first time trying the yogurt, and I was amazed!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 8:51 am

      The exploitation is so BEYOND, I think these industries are worse than meat industries, really.
      Why would you eat another animals “egg” anyway….gross!

      I have been wishing so long to find some good unsweetened non-dairy yogurt! So Delicious has some, but it isn’t out in many stores yet :/

      Reply
      • Natalie says

        December 2, 2014 at 8:53 am

        My local health food store has So Delicious, but I actually used Almond Dream and it tastes really good!

        Reply
        • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

          December 2, 2014 at 8:56 am

          But I will only use unsweetened ๐Ÿ˜‰

          Reply
          • Natalie says

            December 2, 2014 at 9:11 am

            Such high standards ๐Ÿ˜‰ A bit of sugar is not going to bother me!

  20. Jill says

    December 2, 2014 at 6:37 am

    I wage an internal battle concerning eating meat and animal products all the time. I’ve read several books, articles and seen videos on the horrors of factory farming and it’s really hard to reconcile the fact that I consume these animals. I think if the animals were treated more humanely I would be a bit more comfortable but sadly small family farms just cannot keep up with the demand for food in America. I do have a couple friends who have chickens on their land for eggs and that seems much more humane to me. I already avoid dairy due to lactose intolerance so I feel I’m doing some good that way. I don’t think humans were ever meant to consume another species milk (which was meant of course for their own babies!).

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 2, 2014 at 6:50 am

      It is a hard thing, especially when most of us grew-up a certain way and never gave it thought. But I think when you don’t HAVE to and you don’t need to, and there is a simple solution, why would you continue using it (i.e. eggs in this case).
      My other post on milk goes all into how just simple WRONG it is, haha!

      Reply

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Instagram post 2190210617160115376_462853852 What does your family have for Christmas dinner? ๐Ÿค” * We have out big celebration on Christmas Eve (the best day, IMO) and have a big buffet of Italian foods set out in my grandparent's kitchen. As a celiac and food allergic vegan, (and the fact that cooking is my profession, haha!) I bring the free-from dishes! * Not only is eggplant parm great for a cozy winter weeknight meal (Meatless Monday, anyone?), but it makes a great plant-forward entree for the holidays that EVERYONE will love! This one is healthier (hello @gowiseusa air fryer! Crispy oil-free eggplant perfection!) and safe for all our celiac, food allergy, and vegan guests and bellies! ๐Ÿค— * Easy Vegan Eggplant Parmesan (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) | Air Fried & Baked! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฝ * This Cozy CheeZy Comfort Food is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Sugar-Free + Oil-Free + Low Carb ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ Great Meatless Entree for Christmas/Holidays ๐Ÿ’œ Air-Fried + Baked (or totally baked if you don't have an air fryer!) ๐Ÿ’– Simple Minimal Ingredients ๐Ÿ’— Healthier Comfort Food with Veggie-Power ๐Ÿ’ * It's snowing here, so I think some cozy comfort food is in order on this chilly Monday! Who's with me? ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜…โ„๏ธ * Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-eggplant-parmesan/ * #comfortfood #airfryer #casserole #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #christmasfood #meatlessmonday #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #kidapproved #christmasdinner #eatwellbewell #lowcarbrecipes #vegancheese #glutenfreefood #healthyholidays #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #goodmoodfood #easymeals #justeatrealfood
Instagram post 2185119379058648148_462853852 Are you ready for THANKSGIVING? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ Trying any new dishes this year? ๐Ÿค” I hope you got all your grocery shopping done (we all know that every grocery store is a MADHOUSE this week...although it was already crazy last weekend!) ๐Ÿคฃ BUT, I have one more Thanksgiving (or Christmas) recipe for you to add to your to-make list! ๐Ÿ˜Ž Gluten-Free Brown Rice Stuffing Casserole (Vegan, Allergy-Free)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฝ * This Cozy Baked No-Bread Stuffing is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Sugar-Free + Oil-Free ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ Great for a Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Holiday Side Dish ๐Ÿ’œ Easy Meatless Main for Any Weeknight๐Ÿ’– Simple Real Food Ingredients ๐Ÿ’— Healthy Comfort Food at its Finest ๐Ÿ’ * When you don't want bread stuffing, but want something baked (not the overdone "wild rice dressings you see so many recipes for!) this one is a must-try! ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿฅฐ * Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/gluten-free-brown-rice-stuffing-casserole/ * #brownrice #stuffing #dressing #casserole #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thanksgivingfood #holidayfood #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #kidapproved #thanksgivingdinner #sidedishes #veganthanksgiving #glutenfreefood #healthyholidays #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #goodmoodfood #easymeals #justeatrealfood
Instagram post 2180062372549618176_462853852 Are you team Pumpkin, Apple, Sweet Potato, or Pecan Pie? ๐Ÿค” When it comes to holiday pies, you really can't go wrong with any! ๐Ÿ˜…๐Ÿฅง I never found pecan pie appealing, but to complete Strength and Sunshine's portfolio of "crustless pies", I had to figure out a way to make PECAN PIE a thing! This year it happened... ๐Ÿฅณ Crustless Pecan Pie without Corn Syrup (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Paleo, Keto)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐ŸŒฐ๐Ÿฅง๐Ÿ‘Œ * This Peculiarly Perfect Pecan Pie is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Vegan ๐Ÿงก Paleo ๐Ÿ’› Keto ๐Ÿ’š Sugar-Free ๐Ÿ’™ Healthier, Sweet, & Nutty Southern Comfort ๐Ÿ’œ 7 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– EASY & Quick ๐Ÿ’ Only 1 Allergen: Pecans (can't get around that one!) ๐Ÿ’˜ Begging for a Spot on the Thanksgiving/Christmas Dessert Table ๐Ÿ’— * Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/crustless-pecan-pie/ * #pecanpie #pecans #southerncomfort #thanksgivingrecipes #thanksgivingdinner #holidaybaking #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #easyketo #allergyfriendly #ketodessert #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thebakefeed #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #ketobaking #paleodessert #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #healthybaking #nosugaradded
Instagram post 2177098251824425516_462853852 Whatโ€™s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear โ€œgut healthโ€? ๐Ÿค” * It's MORE than just digestion! ๐Ÿง Your gut health is connected to just about every aspect of your wellbeing, from your mood to your immune system. ๐Ÿ˜ฎ@countrylifevitamins came out with a new line of supplements called Gut Connection that helps us balance our microbiome and target the specific areas of our health we need the most help with! ๐Ÿฅณ I got to try out the Digestive Balance, Stress Balance, and Sleep Balance and Iโ€™m so glad I did! ๐Ÿ™Œ Check out my latest blog post to find out all the details (strengthandsunshine.com/gut-health/) ๐Ÿ‘ #Sponsored * #countrylifevitamins #guthealth #guthealthmatters #guthealthy #glutenfree #vegan #foodallergies #allergyfree #nongmo #healyourgut #celiac #celiacdisease #glutenfreeliving #glutenfreelife #autoimmunedisease #chronicillness #gutfriendly #guthealing #healthygut #healthandwellness #healthyfamily #healthykids #gutflora #mindandbody #healthmatters #healthysleep #stressmanagment #healthylifestlye
Instagram post 2174976265205847810_462853852 The secret to a fantastic Monday? ๐Ÿค” Something a little SWEET and SALTY! ๐Ÿ˜Ž Loaded Vegan White Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿช๐Ÿซ๐Ÿฅจ * These are BIG cookies and they are stuffed with @nestletollhouse new ALLERGY-FREE White Chocolate Chips and my favorite @shopritestores gluten-free pretzels! A super-soft cookie base with @bobsredmill gluten-free flour and @swervesweetie brown "sugar". They will make a perfect new addition to all the cookie parties I know you have coming up! ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿช๐Ÿ™Œ * These Tastebud Tantalizing Cookies are:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Low Sugar ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ Quick and Easy๐Ÿ’œ 9 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– Holiday Ready or a "Just Because Dessert" ๐Ÿ’— * Who else is ready for COOKIE SEASON? ๐Ÿค” Tag a cookie loving friend below! ๐Ÿ‘‡ These "Naughty and Nice" cookies are perfect for kicking off the holiday season! ๐Ÿช๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ„ Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-white-chocolate-chip-pretzel-cookies-gluten-free/ * #sweetandsalty #cookieseason #holidaybaking #whitechocolate #pretzels #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thebakefeed #bakersofinstagram #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #glutenfreecookies #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreebaking #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #bakedfromscratch #vegancookies
Instagram post 2169912447125673010_462853852 Thanksgiving debate number 2! Side Dish or Dessert? ๐Ÿค” Where does the CLASSIC marshmallow-topped sweet potato casserole reside? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ * It's always been a "sweet" side dish in our family, definitely NOT a dessert! Boy have I MISSED this controversial dish due to the "all vegan marshmallows contain soy, and all soy-free marshmallows aren't vegan". This recipe has been in the works since last year and it is finally here, on the blog, perfected to a T! ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฅณ THE Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‘Œ * This Spectacular Sweet Potato Casserole is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Sugar-Free ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ Paleo Topping Option ๐Ÿ’œ 6 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– EASY & Quick (just 10 minutes in the oven! ๐Ÿ’ The Healthiest Sweet Potato Casserole EVER ๐Ÿ’— Holiday Perfection for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Etc. ๐Ÿ’˜ * How does your family do the traditional sweet potato casserole? ๐Ÿค” We've ALWAYS been a "canned candied yam and marshmallow family. I know some people top it with nuts and brown sugar, but that gets a thumbs down from me. It MUST be marshmallow-topped (or in this case...homemade marshmallow fluff topped!) ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜Ž * Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-sweet-potato-casserole-marshmallow/ * #sweetpotatocasserole #sweetpotatoes #marshmallowfluff #aquafaba #thanksgivingrecipes #thanksgivingdinner #holidaybaking #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thebakefeed #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #kidapproved #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #healthybaking #nosugaradded
Instagram post 2164819317391112965_462853852 It's STUFFING Season! ๐Ÿ™Œ Or...do you call it Dressing? ๐Ÿค” DEBATE! What do you call this classic Thanksgiving side? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ Technically, this is "dressing" since it was baked on its own (not inside a bird). ๐Ÿ˜ My family has ALWAYS called it stuffing and I grew up in the Northeast. In the South, they tend to call it "dressing". They also tend to make it with...CORNBREAD! ๐Ÿคฉ * I ALWAYS make my famous "traditional" stuffing recipe (on the blog), but a cornbread stuffing sounded delicious to try this year! What's your favorite way to make stuffing/dressing? ๐Ÿง Southern Gluten-Free Cornbread Stuffing (Vegan, Allergy-Free)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿž๐Ÿฝ * This Corny Comfort Food is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Sugar-Free + Oil-Free ๐Ÿ’š Picky-Eater Approved (even if they don't like traditional stuffing!) ๐Ÿ’™ Great for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or ANY weeknight ๐Ÿ’œ 10 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– Uses my Homemade Gluten-Free Cornbread ๐Ÿ’— Makes You Feel Warm, Cozy, and Full or Southern Comfort ๐Ÿ’ * So Team Stuffing or Team Dressing!? ๐Ÿค” Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/gluten-free-cornbread-stuffing-vegan/ * #cornbreadstuffing #cornbreaddressing #cornbread #stuffing #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thanksgivingfood #southernfood #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #kidapproved #thanksgivingdinner #sidedishes #glutenfreebread #glutenfreefood #fallrecipes #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #goodmoodfood #easymeals #nosugaradded
Instagram post 2159727060157945523_462853852 Everything you love about Fall, STUFFED in a cookie! ๐Ÿ˜‚ ๐Ÿช STUFFED Caramel Apple Cookies (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐ŸŽ๐Ÿช๐Ÿ‘Œ They're Big, Warm, and Loaded with oozing buttery vegan caramel in the center and fresh chopped apple throughout! ๐Ÿฌ๐ŸŽ * These Appletastic Crazy Cookies are:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Oil-Free ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ No Peeling Needed ๐Ÿ’œ 10 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– Seemingly Decadent, but HEALTHY Seasonal Dessert (or Loaded Breakfast Cookie!) ๐Ÿ’— Eat these babies WARM with some Apple Cider or Coffee! ๐Ÿ’ * There's only 2g of added sugar in here from the @jjscocomels caramel center! Natural sugars from the apple and sugar-free @swerveweetie not counted. WOOOO! ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿ™Œ * Caramel apples on a stick are so 2018; bring on the stuffed cookies! ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ‰ Will you be joining me and the other cookie monsters? ๐Ÿค” Tag a cookie loving friend below! Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/stuffed-caramel-apple-cookies/ * #caramelapple #stuffedcookies #appleseason #applepicking #fallbaking #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thebakefeed #bakersofinstagram #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #glutenfreecookies #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreebaking #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #healthybaking #vegancookies