Snacks | Treats
For that little something extra
Castagnaccio (Chestnut Flour Cake)
This Castagnaccio holds a very special place in my heart. It was the last recipe that I created (or should I say put my spin on) whilst I was in England, in my Auntie Shelley's kitchen. A kitchen that will always be one of my favourite places in this world. That...
Roasted Pumpkin, Sweet Potato + Cashew Dip
I know I've called this Roasted Pumpkin, Sweet Potato + Cashew Dip but it really is so much more versatile than just a dip. I have used this as a dip, in replacement to mash, as a side for Kofta's and to be all fancy and smear around my Buddha Bowls. The simplicity of...
Yoghurt + Dill Dressing
Yoghurt and Dill Dressing, my new obsession can now be your obsession. Seriously I think I have put this on my lunch or dinner for over a week. It really is so versatile, equally delicious on veggies or a salad. I even put in on my veggie pizza - it was outstanding!...
Chocolate Tahini Tart
This Chocolate Tahini Tart is what chocolate dessert dreams are made of. Rich, decadent with a deep chocolate flavour, in the creaminess that a ganache brings. Mix this with a chewy almond crust and a hint of salt to balance out the flavours and textures - it will be...
Lemon + Chia Cookies
I cannot take all the credit for this Lemon + Chia Cookies recipe. This is one that I have modified upping the goodness factor and making more gut friendly. The orginal recipe can be found on The Healthy Mummy. So often in the past I would 'treat' myself to a biscuit...
Apple Crumble
Apple Crumble would have to be one of the most versitile dishes. This dish of goodness can be eaten for dessert or breakfast (yep breakfast!) and enjoyed hot or cold. It is the perfect all-rounder. As with all of my takes on the classics, I like to add in a little...
Gut Loving Pate
Pate, or more specifically liver, is one of the most nutritious foods you can eat. I understand that liver is not the most glamourous of foods, nor is it super popular to eat, but if you are looking to optimise your health give this recipe a try. Pretty much every...
Raw Peanut Butter Cups
It is super hard to only eat one of these Raw Peanut Butter Cups. I mean peanut butter and chocolate...! Why has it taken me so long to whip these up? There is so much to love about these but mainy because sooo many people love peanut butter and love peanut butter...
Banana Cream Pie Chia Pudding
This Banana Cream Pie Chia Pudding is loaded with banana and coconut flavour. So indulgent, so delicious it will feel like dessert for breakfast. In fact you can have this Chia Pudding for dessert or a snack as well as breakfast. If you have ever had a Banana Cream...
Raw Cherry Ripe
Cherry Ripe was always one of my mum's favourite chocolates. She never had an overly sweet tooth but the combination of the cherries and the dark chocolate was a winner. Much the same as me her taste preferences have changed as she has begun to eat less processed food...
Banana, Walnut + Coffee Muffins
The combination of banana + coffee takes me back to my days of owning Wendy's. One of employees introduced me to the flavour combination and I have never looked back! To make these muffins just that little more special I added in the walnuts to create a Banana,...
Lemon + Cashew Cookies
The freshness and zing from these Lemon and Cashew Cookies make them a real crowd pleaser. After the popularity of my other cookies I wanted to make something a little lighter, a little fresher and you really can't go wrong with lemon to hit that brief. I was also...
Loaded Breakfast Sweet Potato
These Loaded Breakfast Sweet Potatoes make for the most delicious + filling breakfast. And make a tasty change from the standard eggs or porridge... Even better, with a little foresight they are so quick to put together! Why was I so excited to whip up this...
Digestion Tea
Digestion Tea is a beautiful way in which you can help your digestion system return to a state of calm. Now a little prelude before I dive into the wonders that this Digestion Tea hold - this in no way will take place of a wholefood diet or a reduction in stress and...
Shortbread
Shortbread so reminds me of Christmas! Now I know this isn't just a Christmas treat but my Mum always baked Shortbread for Christmas, using my Nannie Mar's recipe. Shortbread for me is so nostagicially Christmas. Now I haven't actually eaten Shortbread for the...
Christmas Cake
Ah... Christmas. The most wonderful time of the year. Spending time with those close to you. Celebrating the year passed. Searching for that perfect gift to show how much someone means to you. And of course Christmas Cake. There is something about a Christmas Cake...
Chocolate Jam Drops
Chocolate Jam DropsTake your jam drops to the next level with these Chocolate Jam Drops. Based on my Choc Almond Cookies, the adding of the Raspberry Jam really does make these that little extra special. These Chocolate Jam Drops will not only impress guests but they...
Indian Spiced Cashews
Indian Spiced Cashews make the perfect choice when those savoury cravings hit! One of the questions I ask during my consults is "Do you experience any cravings?" One of the common answers to that question is chips/potato crisps. Like many of the questions I ask this...
Fermented Vegetables
Now before you discard Fermented Vegetables, ask yourself "Do you like pickles?" If the answer is yes than you need to give Fermented Vegetables a try! Instead of spending money on probiotic pills take a look at the ease + cost-effectivness of this whole...
Veggie Muffins
These Veggie Muffins would have to be one of the most versatile recipes that I have created. They can be enjoyed for breakfast on the go. Popped with a side salad for lunch. Or used as a snack. I am sure you have heard the saying breakfast is the most important meal...
Fig + Ginger Oat Slice
This Fig + Ginger Oat Slice was inspired by the amazing friend who is looking after my fur baby Chia whilst I'm overseas. She loved the ANZAC Style Biscuits so much that she played around with them a little and made them into an Oat Slice.I was headed out for a little...
Lemon, Raspberry + Chia Loaf
Some of the greatest inventions have been born out of a need. The Lemon Raspberry + Chia Loaf has followed this path. Out having brunch with a friend I saw a Lemon Raspberry + Chia Loaf on the menu. As you can imagine I was very excited. It also said it was vegan,...
Ginger Tahini Cookies
Another cookie for you! My Ginger Tahini Cookie! And considering how much you all loved the Choc Almond Cookie a couple of weeks ago these should be a hit as well! Ginger as always been a flavour that I associate with my parents and grandparents and for that reason...
Choc Almond Cookies
Seriously is there anything better than dunking a cookie into a hot cuppa? These Choc Almond Cookies hit that need for me! It is one thing that I found that I really missed when I started to move away from processed foods. It is really hard to get a store bought...