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Seedy Chocolate Pumpkin Oatmeal Parfait

November 11, 2015 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 81 Comments

A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that’s gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

Seedy Chocolate Oatmeal Parfait | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that's gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

Just a tad more pumpkin and I promise I’ll stop. But again, this was way over due to be shared, for 2 reasons. One being that I made this oatmeal on a chilly dark sad morning last year in my dorm room. The photos I shot for it were a horror, plain and simple, not fit for a food blog. So I ended up putting it off and waiting a year. Two, I and stunned, shocked, horrified, that I have never shared an actual “oatmeal” recipe on the blog!? I mean, this girl eats oatmeal multiple times week and it’s a staple to the breakfast rotation. Thankfully that is all about to change!

Seedy Chocolate Oatmeal Parfait | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that's gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

I think the reason I don’t have more “oatmeal” recipes is because my morning bowl is usually a random simple mix. Some oats, usually a quick Love Grown blend, MyOatmeal, or GF Harvest (or Trader Joe’s), mixed with Ancient Harvest quinoa flakes. I simple microwave that with some cinnamon, then remove and add a big cold scoop of nut butter and possibly a drizzle of chocolate stevia syrup. Done and delish! I don’t have time in the morning to make elaborate pancakes so a 3 minute, start to finish bowl is a good go. But if I do have the urge to make my oatmeal a little fancier that day, combos like this come to fruition.

Seedy Chocolate Oatmeal Parfait | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that's gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

What makes this oatmeal so special? First of all, it’s full of seeds! From chia to pumpkin. I’ve made this two ways. By adding all the different seeds myself, or taking the lazy route and using Trader Joe’s Gluten-Free Ancient Grain & Super Seed Oatmeal. Either way you choose to do it, you’ll be getting a bunch of seedy goodness! Now obviously adding cocoa to things is a given in the yum-department, but how about layering it with pumpkin!

Seedy Chocolate Oatmeal Parfait | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that's gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

I mean, if you want a super creamy oatmeal, chia seeds + pumpkin, really does the trip. So yes, this has double the pumpkin. Pumpkin mixed in and pumpkin on the bottom and the top to make it a “parfait” ๐Ÿ˜‰ Needless to say, it makes for some great spooning action. The comfort you feel with a warm bowl and spoon in your hands, diving into a lovely creamy bowl of chocolate pumpkin oatmeal. It’s a great thing and will automatically start your day off on a good note!

Seedy Chocolate Oatmeal Parfait | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that's gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

If I could I would eat oatmeals at every meal, every day. They really do satisfy and just taste so good! Of course, I would also miss more other breakfast staples, like buckwheat cereal, quinoa flakes, CEREAL, pancakes, doughnuts, etc. I diversify my breakfasts and am definitely not a person to eat the same thing each and every morning. There’s too many good things to go around! I do have one condition though, it has to sweet and carby. I can’t do a savory breakfast. I would feel so…empty the rest of the day. I need a subtle sweetness, chocolate, creamy, bready things!

Seedy Chocolate Oatmeal Parfait | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that's gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

I’ve always been like that though. Sorry, but the savory meals can wait until later in the day. See, I’m also pretty adamant about not making a “brinner” either. I wouldn’t pass up pancakes at dinnertime, but I also need my protein and savoriness then! So usually a no go. Just not appealing to me. So a traditionalist? I guess so. Except while I’m eating breakfast, I dream of eating it all day ๐Ÿ˜‰ Such a complicated life, isn’t it!

Seedy Chocolate Pumpkin Oatmeal Parfait

Seedy Chocolate Oatmeal Parfait | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that's gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

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Seedy Chocolate Pumpkin Oatmeal Parfait

A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that’s gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Yield: 1 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American
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Ingredients

  • 1/3 Cup Gluten-Free Rolled Oats*
  • 1 TB Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 Tsp Chia Seeds
  • 1/2 Tsp Hemp Seeds
  • 1 Tsp Pumpkin Seeds
  • 1 Tsp Sunflower Seeds
  • 1/2 Tsp Milled Flax Seed
  • 1/4 Tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 Tsp Pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract
  • 7 Drops Vanilla Stevia
  • 3 TB + 1/4 Cup Pure Pumpkin Puree
  • 2/3 Cup Water

Instructions

  1. In a microwave safe bowl, combine all the ingredients except the extra 1.4 cup of pumpkin. Stir to combine.
  2. Microwave on high for 2 minutes (covered). Mix, and microwave for about 1 more minute (uncovered).
  3. Carefully remove and grab a pretty glass or other bowl.
  4. Layer the bottom with 2 tablespoons of the reserved pumpkin, then add the oatmeal, then top with the last 2 tablespoons of pumpkin and extra seeds if so inclined!

Notes

You can also use Trader Joe’s Gluten-Free Ancient Grain Super Seed Oatmeal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1

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ย Seedy Chocolate Oatmeal Parfait | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A speedy seedy chocolate pumpkin oatmeal parfait that's gluten-free and vegan. Healthy fats, cocoa, and whole grains make this the perfect comforting breakfast recipe to fuel and start your day with on a chilly morning!

There you have it! Yummy in the tummy oatmeal! I absolutely love what chia seeds do to oatmeal and the thick creaminess it gives since chia seeds “gel”. You know, this is just a more appetizing and filling version of ย the infamous chia pudding. Still have not tried making any and don’t really plan to anytime soon. I guess chia pudding goes into to the category of savory breakfasts for me ๐Ÿ˜‰

ย So tell me:

+ The big question…Sweet or savory?

+ What are you thoughts on chia pudding? How is that even appetizing!?

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Comments

  1. Mary, Living a Sunshine Life says

    December 5, 2015 at 10:53 pm

    You can’t go wrong with a parfait! This sounds wonderful. I can’t wait to try it.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      December 6, 2015 at 7:21 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Deedra says

    November 23, 2015 at 3:21 pm

    That looks good. I love everything pumpkin. I would like to invite you to post this link to my blog dare, you don’t have to post a dare, i made an option for people to post something about Thanksgiving and I think this fits. Have a great week.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 23, 2015 at 5:10 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  3. Honest mum says

    November 22, 2015 at 4:29 pm

    This looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 22, 2015 at 10:48 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  4. Amanda @The Kolb Corner says

    November 18, 2015 at 4:56 pm

    Looks like a yummy healthy breakfast!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 18, 2015 at 5:24 pm

      It is! Thank you!

      Reply
  5. sue says

    November 17, 2015 at 10:53 pm

    Thanks for another great recipe Rebecca it looks delicious.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 17, 2015 at 11:44 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  6. Lisa B. says

    November 17, 2015 at 10:15 pm

    This looks really yummy! Will have to make this for the kids. Always looking for new ways to get them to eat oatmeal.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 17, 2015 at 11:43 pm

      I think this will be a winner then!

      Reply
  7. LZ Cathcart@ The Summery Umbrella says

    November 17, 2015 at 9:45 pm

    Wait… I can have this for breakfast? Count me in! This looks (and sounds!) absolutely amazing!! Can’t wait to try it out ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 17, 2015 at 11:41 pm

      Haha, yes! I 100% breakfast!

      Reply
  8. angie says

    November 14, 2015 at 9:06 pm

    not what I remember my grandmother would serve us in the morning. So much more tasty is my first thought, wow so yummy!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 14, 2015 at 10:36 pm

      Some modern oatmeal ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  9. Laurie says

    November 14, 2015 at 5:30 pm

    This looks very delicious! Pinning!
    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your recipe!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 14, 2015 at 5:40 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  10. Collin says

    November 14, 2015 at 5:11 pm

    Sounds yummy–and I do think chia pudding is yummy! Anytime you add cocoa to chia, it knocks out that super seedy flavor and they are good. I will give this a try!
    Confused on your directions–you say 1/4c plus 3T, right? That would be 7T total, or a little shy of 1/2c, not 1.4c like the directions say. Which is it?

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 14, 2015 at 5:15 pm

      It’s as written in the directions. The 3 TB of pumpkin is for the oatmeal itself, then the 1/4 cup is for the parfait layers!

      Reply
  11. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    November 14, 2015 at 2:38 pm

    Oh yum! What a fun treat!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 14, 2015 at 5:13 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  12. The Vegan 8 says

    November 13, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    Chocolate and pumpkin are such a wonderful combo! Never tried them as oats, that’s awesome idea!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 14, 2015 at 6:09 am

      It’s so creamy!

      Reply
  13. Brianna @Flippin' Delicious says

    November 12, 2015 at 11:46 pm

    Pumpkin and chocolate are such a great combo. I’ll have to make this for breakfast. Any excuse to eat chocolate for breakfast!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 13, 2015 at 12:18 am

      One of the best chocolate combo ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  14. Audrey @ Unconventional Baker says

    November 12, 2015 at 12:36 pm

    Don’t stop — there’s never too much pumpkin to love ๐Ÿ™‚ This looks so yummy! <3

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 2:21 pm

      I agree, Audrey, I agree ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  15. Megan says

    November 12, 2015 at 12:24 pm

    Okay this oatmeal looks like an absolute dream! I’m usually not a big fan of oatmeal (I know, what kind of food blogger am i?!?) but this actually looks really good. I think anything with pumpkin is good with me!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 2:21 pm

      Hahaha, it’s okay, I only became a big oatmeal eater about a year ago ๐Ÿ˜‰
      I’d say so! And I see that pumpkin cornbread…going to check it out now! I love pumpkin cornbread!

      Reply
  16. Michele @ paleorunningmomma says

    November 12, 2015 at 12:04 pm

    It’s funny because I recently realized I didn’t have a “recipe” for the breakfast I eat several times per week, so one morning thought, duh, I should take pictures! I also updated my plantain pictures because they, and so many other of my old recipe photos were horrifying! Lots of work to be done!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 12:11 pm

      Girl I know…hahaha! My recipes from “the first year”….those photos would make little children cry (but the recipes are so good!)

      Reply
  17. Linda @ Veganosity says

    November 12, 2015 at 11:25 am

    That looks so good! Love everything in it. ๐Ÿ™‚ I like some chia puddings, they just have to be loaded with flavorful ingredients.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 12:09 pm

      I’m just still not sold..still!

      Reply
  18. Harriet Emily says

    November 12, 2015 at 8:32 am

    Ooooh, I love the combination of chocolate and pumpkin. This looks fabulous Rebecca! Such a delicious and healthy breakfast. Nothing beats chocolate for breakfast!!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 8:35 am

      You have that right! Chocolate for a winning day!

      Reply
  19. Manila Spoon says

    November 12, 2015 at 8:13 am

    I haven’t had breakfast yet and now I saw this and I am totally craving it! Looks so delish!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 8:23 am

      Time to whip some up then!

      Reply
  20. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    November 12, 2015 at 8:09 am

    I have always liked the look of parfaits, but I am not a yogurt fan at all. Since this meal is vegan I have a parfait I can finally eat!! Everything sounds delicious and I love how chunky it is.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 8:23 am

      Yea, haha, not really a parfait, but this is better ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  21. Adriana says

    November 12, 2015 at 1:47 am

    Great way to get the children to eat oatmeal and pumpkin thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 6:06 am

      No one could pass up the cocoa!

      Reply
  22. Sarah says

    November 12, 2015 at 1:09 am

    Wow this looks so filling and flavorful!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 6:06 am

      Thanks Sarah!

      Reply
  23. Alisa @ Go Dairy Free says

    November 12, 2015 at 12:12 am

    Wow, what a flavor creation! I love how you packed so many different seeds in.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 12:15 am

      Tried to hit them!

      Reply
  24. Kristina says

    November 11, 2015 at 9:29 pm

    I LOVE pumpkin in my oats! more of a savory breakfast here, but I do love a sweet now and then…

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 12:13 am

      O man girl! Get on the sweet wagon!

      Reply
  25. allie @ through Her Looking Glass says

    November 11, 2015 at 9:16 pm

    Well don’t stop Rebecca, I love pumpkin!!!! ‘Tis the season, and I want this for breakfast!!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 12, 2015 at 12:13 am

      Hahaha! You’re right ๐Ÿ˜‰ Thanks Allie!

      Reply
  26. Lauren Harris-Pincus says

    November 11, 2015 at 4:41 pm

    I was just working on a pumpkin chocolate overnight oats- must be in the air ๐Ÿ™‚ Looks tasty!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 4:46 pm

      It’s a good thing ๐Ÿ˜‰ We should all be making some!

      Reply
  27. Cailee says

    November 11, 2015 at 2:40 pm

    Wow!! What an amazing breakfast! I adore oatmeal and haven’t made pumpkin oats in SO long!! That must change! LOL!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 2:42 pm

      Yes it should!! Thanks Cailee ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  28. Jasmine Eclipse says

    November 11, 2015 at 1:33 pm

    This looks SO yummy!! I’ve been really obsessed with oatmeal lately, so I’m totally going to get the ingredients to make this soon! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 2:18 pm

      It’s just the best comforting breakfast!

      Reply
  29. Mary says

    November 11, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    I’ve also been pumpkin crazy the last few weeks so this recipe is right up my alley. I’ve never had sweet oatmeal it looks tasty.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 2:18 pm

      What!? How do you eat oatmeal then…

      Reply
  30. Sandi (@sandigtweets) says

    November 11, 2015 at 1:19 pm

    Beautiful healthy breakfast or even dessert…I love this idea.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 2:18 pm

      Thanks Sandi!

      Reply
  31. Natalie | Feasting on Fruit says

    November 11, 2015 at 10:19 am

    Do you know why I am so happy and in love with this recipe? Because it’s in a parfait glass and anything in a parfait glass makes me happy ๐Ÿ™‚ And anything pumpkin in a parfait glass makes me very very happy! (And it means you actually own a parfait glass which means that maybe someday you will fill it with nice cream and realize that ice cream is the bomb.) It is just rocking with every kind of super seed, this would be some serious breakfast nutrition power!

    But quit giving chia pudding a hard time, we’ve talked about this you just have to blend it twice and it’s smooth as silk! And I don’t even have to answer the first question, we all know ๐Ÿ˜‰

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:01 am

      These pretty glasses are what my mom always used when she made us that mix jello chocolate or vanilla pudding (topped with whipped cream!) when we were kids! I love them for photographing the oatmeals and quinoa flakes recipes ๐Ÿ˜›
      Wait…yea…I should blend it….blend it with some..like…omg…I have a genius idea for a recipe! Holy crap!!!

      Reply
      • Natalie | Feasting on Fruit says

        November 11, 2015 at 11:31 am

        Hahaha ๐Ÿ˜€ Go! Make it!!

        Reply
  32. Krysten says

    November 11, 2015 at 9:14 am

    This sounds a great fall treat!
    Yes please!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 10:58 am

      Gotta have our chocolate!

      Reply
  33. Randi says

    November 11, 2015 at 9:00 am

    MMM!!! I love the variety of seeds, this looks so good!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 10:57 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  34. kristen Foster says

    November 11, 2015 at 8:59 am

    Looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 10:57 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  35. Sarah says

    November 11, 2015 at 8:33 am

    Great Recipe. Love all things pumpkin. Can’t wait to try this

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 8:36 am

      Thanks Sarah!

      Reply
  36. rachel @ Athletic Avocado says

    November 11, 2015 at 7:54 am

    I’m never going to be sick of pumpkin, especially in my oatmeal! this is a great new way to eat some morning oats, and you know i LOVE my morning oats!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:57 am

      I know!!! It’s just the perfect creamy essential! Plus it packs your bowl with even more nutrients!

      Reply
  37. Susie @ SuzLyfe says

    November 11, 2015 at 7:54 am

    All sorts of goodness up in here. I bet it would have incredible texture! Chia pudding freaks me out.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:56 am

      I’m glad to know I’m not the only one! I really on use chia when making overnight oats or something like this ๐Ÿ˜›

      Reply
  38. Michele Morin says

    November 11, 2015 at 7:06 am

    Love anything with oatmeal! This sounds (and looks) delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:33 am

      Same! Oatmeal rocks!

      Reply
  39. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    November 11, 2015 at 6:50 am

    Oh yum!! I have oats every morning but it’s usually pretty standard and boring. But this. I think I need to jazz it up a bit!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:33 am

      Sometimes that extra “jazz” is just what we all need!

      Reply
  40. Corina says

    November 11, 2015 at 6:45 am

    I don’t usually make a big effort with breakfast but this looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:32 am

      Breakfast should be the most important meal!! ๐Ÿ˜›

      Reply

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Instagram post 2195283970094291867_462853852 What does Christmas taste like? ๐Ÿค”๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ„ THESE COOKIES! ๐Ÿช Vegan White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿช๐Ÿซ * These Christmas Crazy 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’– Full of Sweet Minty Joy ๐Ÿ’— * Break out ALL the @nestletollhouse Simply Delicious allergy-free white chocolate chips and peppermint candies because these cookies deserve MULTIPLE batches! So glad Nestle brought us allergy-free white chocolate chips this year so we all could enjoy Christmas cookie season in STYLE! ๐Ÿช๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ„ If you haven't stocked up and tried them yet, hurry up!!! You need to try these Christmas-tasting cookies (plus, Celiac Santa called and he put in a request for these!!) Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/white-chocolate-peppermint-cookies/ * #christmascookies #homemadecookies #holidaybaking #whitechocolate #peppermint #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thebakefeed #bakersofinstagram #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #glutenfreecookies #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreebaking #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #cookiestagram #vegancookies
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