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Welcome to The OTHER Side of Mindful BakeHouse
The side for the do-it-yourselfers, the adventurous bakers, and those that live a little to far away to make it to our bakery in person. This is where I post all the fun gluten-free dairy-free things I've been testing/making that aren't official BakeHouse recipes. Most of which we also share on our YouTube Channel, as well as our second instagram account, & TikTok. So if you're like me and you'd rather watch than read, feel free to go follow us on your fav social media app in
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The EASIEST Chocolate Truffle Recipe You Need to Try!
EASY DAIRY-FREE/VEGAN CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES Just in time for Valentines/Galentines Day! We’re making healthy chocolate truffles. Makes about 34 tablespoon-sized truffles (or half the batch to make just 17) TRUFFLES: ► 1 can of coconut milk, chilled overnighat (See below*) ► 2 cup (340g) chocolate of choice** ► 2 tbsp maple syrup, or more to taste. ► 1 tsp vanilla TOPPINGS ► 1/2 cup cocao powder ► 1/2 cup crushed almonds ► 1/2 cup crushed pistachios ► 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
Feb 9
Decadent Chocolate Caramel Tarts | gluten-free & vegan
I am a SUCKER for anything chocolate OR caramel, but put them together, and OMG…. In this dessert we’ve got a perfectly tender fuss-free almond flour shortbread crust, oogy gooey no cook date caramel filling, topped with decadent chocolate fudge ganache. Wow. Perfect for an elevated dessert after a special dinner (Valentine’s/Galentine’s is coming up!! 😉💝), or just cuz you love chocolate & caramel as much as I do… Watch the full process/video, for more tips & tricks, and fo
Feb 3
Jugo Verde - No Juicer 🥒🍏💪
I was still feeling flared after eating too many of my “no”/triggger foods over New Years, so I felt like making some green juice this week but didn’t feel like digging out my (very heavy) juicer. So let’s make it WITHOUT a juicer. https://youtube.com/shorts/mDlvP2a6p4k?si=rlfuEYRVz-skH5dA This one is inspired by our fall trip to Mexico where we got to drink fresh made “Jugo Verde” with breakfast each morning. Ingredients: 💚Celery, handful of stalks, ends trimmed 🥒Cucumber,
Jan 31
Hot Choc & Vegan Marshmallow Fluff | Sugar-Free/Low Carb Options
We finally got winter/snowy weather here, so it’s time to bust out the hot cocao!!! Here’s my go to “healthier” recipe, along with a super fun vegan marshmallow fluff topping that you can make to top your hot chocolate, and feel like that famous/viral NYC shop Glace. You can watch our video here: https://youtu.be/X7vWPOCy04M?si=THSemeA1Qp2ltkHW 🤍 Vegan Marshmallow Fluff/Meringue 1/4c aquafaba 1/4-1/2c allulose/sweetener/sugar of choice (I did 1/4c here) 1/2 tsp cream of tart
Jan 16
Naturally Coloured Homemade Edible Glitter
Here's an easy DIY recipe to make your own, clean, no gelatin/vegan, naturally coloured edible glitter. Have fun making your own glitter mixes!! Want to see how we did it (and one recipe that failed...) https://youtu.be/UEOVby5amQY?si=P5Xta2ZAOeXD8lTS&list=PL2aqa_VNUFljHkAE7zNe2y_zhXRTjKrsr Ingredients -120mL (1/2cup) cool or room temperature water (not hot!) -1 tbsp (15mL or 8g) tapioca starch (can substitute cornstarch) -colour (we used 1 tsp organic beet powder, turmeric,
Jan 13
Juice box, milk & chocolate = no bake chocolate dessert?
I’ve seen this juice box dessert pop up a few times, and thought it looked fun & interesting, so I had to give it a try & see if it’s worth it. Plus can we veganize it, and make it low carb/sf?? Yes! Yes we can!! Enjoy :) Juice box, milk & chocolate = no bake chocolate dessert? Full Video Here: https://youtu.be/iBaLIZXttWE Here’s what we need: INGREDIENTS 2c 480mL milk of choice (I used hazelnut milk) 100g sugar/sweetener of choice (or 120g if allulose) 6g agar agar 20g cocao
Jan 5
Chocolate Dipped Brownie Batter Bars
Here's a fun no bake recipe to keep in your fridge/freezer for "dessert emergencies" ;) And it's endlessly customizable too. You can watch us make them here: https://youtube.com/shorts/x5Gw4k7hrrE?feature=share or follow the instructions below. INGREDIENTS 1c almond flour 1/4c cocao powder 1/4c coconut oil, melted 3 tbsp granulated sweetener of choice (coconut sugar, sugar-free sweetener, cane sugar, etc; use 4 tbsp if you sub allulose)** 3 tbsp milk of choice/water (I used
Jan 4
Making the "BEST KETO ALMOND VEGAN BREAD" from Lowcarbrecipeideas
I have been on the hunt for some new starch-free bread recipes (I think starting to be sensitive to tapioca starch, which is in almost ALL gluten-free bread recipes to lighten them and make them more fluffy and like "regular" gluten bread). We've tried the 3 ingredient flax bread, which was so simple and yummy: https://youtu.be/c8zBnny85dQ?si=splC1V5eBDEYDL_4 We've tried the life changing/seed bread, also yummy, but in a chewy dense way: https://youtu.be/o3TgTjvLWYE?si=jyP-_I
Dec 9, 2024
4 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Cups | GF/DF/V
Today we're making a Super Easy, Super Quick, 4-Ingredient No Bake Snack/Healthy Dessert Recipe:Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Cups. Video: https://youtu.be/IwmSN2wzbU8 Oat Cups/Base: -1c old fashioned rolled oats -3 tbsp peanut butter or other nut/seed butter -2 tbsp maple syrup Filling: -1/2c peanut butter or other nut/seed butter -1/2c dark chocolate (df/v, or sugar-free chocolate if desired) Optional Extras: -Flakey sea salt, sprinkle as topping -Chopped nuts of choice, spri
Nov 12, 2024
Dessert for Breakfast Day 7 🥕🍰 Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
Dessert inspired overnight oats: Day 7 | Carrot Cake Overnight Oats with “Cream Cheese” Frosting This time we’re making carrot cake using some shredded carrot, coconut & cinnamon; a “cream cheese” frosting layer with yogurt, maple syrup & vanilla; and more coconut, some raisins, and crunchy walnuts as topping! YouTube Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/SXSBGyInoZI?feature=share INGREDIENTS: Carrot Cake Layer: -1/3 cup rolled oats -1 tbsp ground flaxseeds (or use chia seeds, bu
Nov 7, 2024
🍞 Seed Bread 2.0 WITHOUT OATS | No Yeast | Vegan | Gluten Free
After posting the Life Changing/Adventure Bread recipe, you guys asked if it could be made without oats. The recipe looked forgiving enough, so we gave it a go, and it turned out great!! Here's our Adventure Bread/Seed Bread 2.0 with flax and hemp in place of rolled oats. In case you'd like to watch our video: https://youtu.be/yDhn8USYmAw INGREDIENTS: DRY -1 cup sunflower seeds -1/2 cup hazelnuts or almonds, rough chopped -1 cup ground flaxmeal -1/2 cup hemp seeds -1/2 cup wh
Nov 5, 2024
VIRAL Chickpea Nutella Recipe
The "Viral Chickpea Nutella" tastes more like a "Chocolate Brownie Batter Protein Spread". But it was still quite delicious, and is a great nut-free, oil-free & vegan alternative. https://youtube.com/shorts/gn4g3VCR3T8?feature=share RECIPE 1 16 oz can chickpeas, drained & rinsed 4 medjool dates, pitted, and soaked in hot water so they blend smoother 1 tbsp sweetener of choice, or an extra date if you like things sweeter 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/4 cup dark chocolate 1/2 teaspoon
Nov 5, 2024
Crispy 5 Seed Keto Crackers | No Sesame | Sweetened Chocolate Option too!
Protein-packed thin & crispy, healthy 5 seed crackers. They're keto, low-carb, vegan & gluten-free; with no flour or oils, just seeds, are so fast & easy to make. This is another one of those things that I kept buying, even though they’re just SOOOOO easy to make. But once you make them, you’ll be hooked, because they’re easy & quick & so customizable. Try our sweetened version too!! You can watch us make them here: https://youtu.be/GEAOfr_52Ng ============== BASIC RECIPE: 1/
Nov 3, 2024
Healthy Vegan Snickers Bars
With layers of nougat, caramel, crunchy nuts and chocolate, you’ll LOVE this healthier twist on the classic snickers candy bar. It’s gluten, grain and dairy-free, refined sugar free, vegan, high in protein, and can so easily be made sugar-free/keto/low carb too!! We made this version without Medjool dates so 1) you don’t need special equipment like a food processor and 2) this recipe is easily converted to sugar-free/keto/low carb too, just by using a liquid sweetener like al
Nov 3, 2024
🥞🧇 Super Easy Blender Waffles/ Pancakes (GF/DF/V)
I made these easy blender waffles/pancakes at the bakery this week, while hanging out with my daughter. She likes pancakes, and I prefer waffles so this batter does double duty, and can easily do both!! Toss it all in a blender, and you're ready to go. It's THAT easy! https://youtube.com/shorts/YioozhXjoRc?feature=share Using a 1/4cup scoop, this makes 9-10 mini waffles/pancakes INGREDIENTS 2 ripe bananas 2 cups (160g) of rolled oats 1 cup (240mL) plant milk of your choice (w
Nov 3, 2024
How to Make Easy Homemade Elderberry Syrup with Dried Elderberries to Boost Immune System for Cold & Flu Season
Elderberry syrup is an easy to make home remedy known to boost immune system, reduce cough & cold symptoms and shorten the duration. Which makes it great for back-to-school and cold & flu season!! NOTE: Raw/uncooked elderberries can be poisonous. Cooking eliminates this toxin. Do NOT consume raw/uncooked berries. We used dried, and cooked 25+ minutes. Makes 1.5-2 cups INGREDIENTS: -1 cup dried organic elderberries -4 cups filtered water -2 thumb-sized pieces of fresh ginger,
Oct 26, 2024
Easy Caramel Apple Bites
These are such a fun & easy treat to make at home (and healthier alternative to a traditional caramel apple - bonus it's also dairy-free and vegan!!) https://youtube.com/shorts/30D0k2bmrR8?feature=share What you need: -chopped apple, of your choice (you can peel them if you wish) -medjool dates -dark chocolate -toppings of choice (we used chopped peanuts) How to: -open and pit a date, then stuff with a few pieces of apple -close the date, then dip in melted chocolate -before
Oct 23, 2024
Dessert Inspired Overnight Oats Day 6 | 🍎🥧Apple Pie |
We're back with another fun overnight oats recipe. This one has all the flavours of apple pie!! You need: Spiced Apples: an apple, diced dash of cinnamon dash of sweetener of choice Spiced apples: cook the diced apple with a splash of water, some cinnamon and a pinch of sugar/sweetener Oats: 1/2c rolled oats 1/2c milk of choice (we used cashew) 1 tbsp almond butter 1 tbsp chia seeds 1 tbsp syrup/honey/sf syrup 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp vanilla Pinch salt Combine & top with spi
Oct 23, 2024
Chocolate Dipped Caramel Apple Pops with Crushed Peanuts | Easy Vegan PB Caramel Sauce
With Halloween around the corner, caramel apples are BAAAAACCKKK!! But are you like me and find them difficult to eat? Here's a new fun way to enjoy the same flavours, but much better portioned, and easier to eat. BONUS: theres also a quick recipe for the BEST vegan PB caramel sauce that you just make in a blender. Simple slice an apple, stick a popsicle stick into it, top with vegan PB caramel (recipe below), chill until caramel thickens, then dip in melted dark chocolate,
Oct 23, 2024
Ferrero Rocher Inspired/Nutella Overnight Oats
The hardest part is waiting until the next morning to try it! 😉🫶 Oats Layer: -1/2c old fashioned rolled oats -1/2c hazelnut milk or milk of choice -1tbsp chocolate hazelnut butter -1tbsp syrup/honey/sweetener of choice -1tbsp cocoa -1tbsp chia seeds -Pinch of salt Yogurt Layer: -1/4c yogurt of choice -1tbsp chocolate hazelnut butter Chocolate Layer: -1tbsp chocolate hazelnut butter Topping: -Hazelnut pieces -Flakey sea salt -Combine oat ingredients in a bowl and stir to com
Oct 21, 2024
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