Follow my blog with Bloglovin Every year when my sister and I were younger we would go to our local market on the Saturday before Christmas. The only thing that could get us out of bed that early on such a cold morning was the thought of pipping hot sweet waffles.There was a woman who sold the most amazing fresh waffles. There would always be such a long queue but believe me these were so worth … [Read more...]
Apple + chia Bircher muesli {Vegan, Dairy, Gluten + Sugar free}
This is quite possibly one of my favorite recipes ever! I know I say that about pretty much everything I make but trust me on this one. I make this apple, raspberry and chia Bircher muesli at least three times a week and could happliy eat it everyday. Breakfast is such an important meal of the day and great way to set yourself up for the hectic day ahead. I know that many people struggle to find … [Read more...]
Ginger nut granola {Vegan, Gluten, Dairy, Sugar free}
I have yet to meet someone who dislikes granola. It's sweetness and crunchy texture make it impossible to resist. Granola is simple to make and the best part is that you can literally add in whatever nuts, grains and flavorings that you want. My family love this so much that I have taken to hiding it from them as I can't make enough to satisfy their insatiable appetite. I know sharing is caring … [Read more...]
Ginger + orange roasted rhubarb {Vegan, Paleo, Dairy, Gluten, Sugar free}
Every year I always have elaborate plans to start growing vegetables and become a self sufficient domestic goddess. I have been planning my vegetable patch for the last 10 years much to the annoyance of my dad who ultimately ends up doing the weeding and pretty much everything else....It never quite works out as planned; growing peppers in Ireland I mean that was never going to end well! Not quite … [Read more...]
3 ingredient salted caramel ice cream {Vegan, Paleo, Raw, Dairy, Gluten, Sugar free}
Yay the sun has finally arrived and being Irish if there is one thing I am good at its making the most of the glorious weather because unfortunately it probably won't last long. So I have been embracing all things summer from salads to barbecuse and of course ice cream. This ice cream is so good that I having literally been having it for breakfast lunch and dinner! Not only does to taste so … [Read more...]
Beautifully Real Food by Sam Murphy review + Turmeric Baked Beans, Potato Hash & Sauteed Greens {Vegan, Gluten, Dairy + Refined Sugar free}
*I received a complimentary copy of this book however all opinions expressed below are entirely my own.As the old adage says you shouldn't judge a book by its cover but just one glance at the cover of Beautifully Real Food and you know that you are in for a foodie treat! Beautifully Real Food; Guilt-Free, Meat-Free Recipes to Indulge in is the first cookbook by Sam Murphy; a food blogger and … [Read more...]
Banana, blueberry + cinnamon pancakes {Vegan, Dairy, Gluten, Sugar free}
With pancake Tuesday fast approaching I decided it was time to share a pancake recipe. When it comes to breakfast pancakes are something I have that often until this time of year that is. Every year once the shops start advertising all things pancake related I fall in love with them all over again and promise myself that I will make them at least every two weeks. I have fallen completely head over … [Read more...]
Blackberry, hazelnut + pear baked oatmeal {Vegan, Dairy, Gluten, Sugar free}
Print Blackberry, hazelnut and pear baked oatmeal Serves: Serves 1 Ingredients ½ cup gluten free oats 1 cup Alpro oat milk 1 + ½ - 2 tsp maple syrup 1 tsp crunchy hazelnut butter 1 tsp chopped hazelnuts ⅛ tsp mixed spice Pinch cinnamon ½ small pear cut into small chunks 7 blackberries Instructions Combine the oats, milk, hazelnut butter, maple … [Read more...]
Winter spiced almond and pecan butter {Vegan, Paleo, Gluten, Dairy, Sugar free}
Anyone who follows my Instagram account will know that I ADORE nut butter! I use it in everything from indulgent healthy desserts to creamy salad dressings and everything in between. I had a bit of a dilemma over whether to call this winter spiced or Christmas pecan and almond butter but I decide that to strict this to just Christmas time would be a crime. Considering that I live in Ireland where … [Read more...]
Homemade coconut yogurt {Vegan, Raw, Paleo}
My name is Aoife and I am a coconut yogurt addict! Jokes aside my ardent love of coconut yogurt has recently been reaching fever pitch. I mean how can you not love this stuff? It is a pot of lusciously thick and creamy tropical greatness. My love of coconut yogurt knows no bounds; breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, dessert.....There is pretty much no food that I don't eat this with; curry, chili, … [Read more...]
