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No-Bake Gluten-Free S’mores Parfait (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

June 11, 2018 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 48 Comments

Easy, healthy, and delicious! A No-Bake Gluten-Free S’mores Parfait that’s vegan, top 8 allergy-free, and uses homemade ingredients without the junk! A perfect summer dessert recipe the kids and adults will love (it’s even secretly protein-packed)!

It wouldn’t be summer without ALL the s’mores! From breakfast to dessert, there’s always time for a s’mores recipe! Something like a dessert parfait seemed like a delicious idea. It’s basically a cold and deconstructed campfire s’more! And by campfire, I also mean microwave, but that was last year 😉 This gluten-free s’mores parfait I have for you is going to blow your mind with that fact that 1: it’s super healthy, and 2: it’s protein-packed due to a lovely little legume friend.Read More

Homemade Vegan Peppermint Bark (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)

December 13, 2017 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 75 Comments

That favorite classic holiday treat that’s fun to gift and delicious to eat! Homemade Vegan Peppermint Bark that’s gluten-free and top-8 allergy-free too! All the festive sweet chocolate and mint flavor only takes 4 ingredients for this dairy-free recipe remake!

It’s not the holidays without some peppermint bark! Probably (one of) the best edible gifts to give. I mean, we have chocolate, white chocolate (i.e. not really chocolate), and peppermint! What’s not to love? Chocolate and mint is make ultimate favorite holiday flavor (besides my love affair with gingerbread). It’s so decadently refreshing and satisfying…it literally TASTES like Christmas.Read More

3-Ingredient DIY Vegan Instant Hot Chocolate Mix (Sugar-Free, Gluten-Free, Paleo)

November 13, 2017 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 102 Comments

A super simple 3-Ingredient DIY Vegan Instant Hot Chocolate Mix you can whip up in a flash! Sugar-free, gluten-free, paleo, and top-8 allergy-free, this healthy hot cocoa mix recipe is perfect for holiday gifts or stocking the pantry with a quick a cozy drink to warm the soul!

Mmm, the cozy, body warming, deliciousness of some classic hot chocolate on a cold winter’s day! I grew up drinking gallons of hot chocolate! From those perfect packets of instant Swiss Miss (the ones with the tiny marshmallows that dissolved right when you added the hot water were the best!) to the super rich and decadent cups from Dunkin’ Donuts (which ALWAYS gave me a stomachache, but were so good!).Read More

Curried Black Eyed Pea Salad Sandwiches (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

August 9, 2017 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 5 Comments

An easy healthy lunch recipe for any day of the week. Curried Black Eyed Pea Salad Sandwiches that are gluten-free, vegan, and top 8 allergy-free. Easy to whip up on your meal prep days and have ready to go in the fridge!

Who doesn’t love a creamy chilled lunch salad sandwich? From chicken salad to chickpea salad, they’re all always such a classic lunch option. We’re taking this one up a few notches though. Nothing classic here, but still all delicious. Picture a combo of black eyed peas, crunchy veggies, sweet grapes, and a creamy curried dairy-free yogurt sauce. You don’t have to picture it, you can see it, and go make it in a few minutes after you read this recipe!Read More

Gluten-Free Cookies & Cream Frappuccino

August 22, 2016 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 141 Comments

Move over Starbucks! This Cookies & Cream Frappuccino is gluten-free, soy-free, and vegan! This homemade recipe has all the sweet deliciousness without the cost and is made right in your blender with minimal fuss!

O look! Another drinkable recipe! This time, we’re getting a wee bit fancier, but still super easy and just 3 main ingredients again! Your favorite, and mine, the great Starbucks Frappuccino! I have not had a real ‘Frap in many, many years. They used to be a regular treat back when I was in middle school. My mom still loves them and is always coming to me making sure the flavors she wants are gluten-free. I stick to my black iced (or hot) coffee when I hit up “the ‘bucks”.Read More