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Beverage, Snacks

Dark Chocolate Smoothie

August 6, 2019 by The Friendly Cookie 0 comments

What if I told you that chocolate was the healthiest food in the world? Would you believe me? Because it’s true. It has iron, magnesium, copper, a ton of antioxidants, and even fiber. BUT… when I say chocolate I mean real, unprocessed, raw cacao. SAD (Standard American Diet) chocolate like what you would find in […]

Sides, Weekend Breakfast, Weekend Snacks, Weekend Vegan

German Pretzel Buns

July 8, 2019 by The Friendly Cookie 2 comments

If you have been following my Instagram or previous blog recipes, such as my German Mac and Cheese (Nudelauflauf), you can probably guess that I come from a German family. I was born and raised in Canada, but I grew up eating traditional German foods. My blog inspiration comes from my comfort food, which includes […]

Breakfast, Entrees, Whole Plant-Based Recipes

Mexican Inspired Collard Breakfast Wraps

June 27, 2019 by The Friendly Cookie

Twenty six days into my June Friendly Challenge, and things are going well. Every June, and every November, I generally challenge myself to some kind of health challenge, whether it’s to exercise more, or to abstain from refined sugar, or drink more water. This June, I kicked it up a notch and decided to go […]

Sides, Uncategorized, Weekend Salads, Weekend Vegan, Whole Plant-Based Recipes

Classic Greek Salad

June 19, 2019 by The Friendly Cookie

Generally, I forget about all the non-lettuce salad options! I have a garden full of lettuce, but for whatever reason I REALLY wanted a Greek Salad. I wanted it so much that I convinced my dad to let me make it for Father’s Day even though he insisted on making all the food himself! Pretty […]

Weekend Desserts, Weekend Vegan

Vanilla Layer Cake with No-Buttercream Frosting

June 10, 2019 by The Friendly Cookie

Maybe June wasn’t the best time to plan for a Whole Food Plant-based Challenge with all the baby showers happening! Here I was thinking I could make these treats without taste testing, but I had no choice. I wanted to perfect this recipe, not only to make a perfect baby shower cake for the soon-to-be […]

Dessert, Snacks, Whole Plant-Based Recipes

Walnut Truffle Brownies

June 2, 2019 by The Friendly Cookie

Day one of the Friendly Challenge DONE. It’s not a diet and I’m not restricting myself (Case in point in this recipe!) For 30 days, I’m following a whole foods plant-based diet, which I recommend to everyone. The evidence is compelling that it’s the ideal way of eating for everyone. For people that have not […]

Weekend Breakfast, Weekend Vegan

Plant-Based Chia Waffles

May 25, 2021 by The Friendly Cookie 1 comment

These are the recipe I make the most. I make these every Saturday morning. If you ask my six year old what he wants for breakfast.. it’s these waffles. EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. He just loves them. Sometimes he will ask for peanut butter on top. Sometimes he will ask for blueberries and maple syrup. But […]

Entrees, Uncategorized, Weekend Entrees, Weekend Snacks, Weekend Vegan, Whole Plant-Based Recipes

Baked Cauliflower Schnitzel

April 12, 2021 by The Friendly Cookie 2 comments

It took me a while to find my favourite method of breading. I tried to ‘veganize’ my mom’s method of breading schnitzel with garbanzo egg but it just wouldn’t stick. But, batter breading is my new fave! Not only is this recipe vegan, it’s also entirely oil-free. Can you make breaded cauliflower gluten free? I […]

Entrees, Sides, Whole Plant-Based Recipes

Ginger Butternut Squash Soup

March 9, 2021 by The Friendly Cookie 0 comments

This is one of my favourite soup recipes!! Who doesn’t like a warm, hearty squash soup!? It’s so easy and delicious. The roasted garlic and the addition of the ginger makes it ultra healthy and mega delicious. What is the secret to a good butternut squash soup? The secret is not really a secret at […]

Weekend Breakfast, Weekend Desserts, Weekend Snacks, Weekend Vegan

Vegan Coconut Buns (Pani Popo)

March 3, 2021 by The Friendly Cookie 0 comments

Disclaimer: I am not a chef. And I am definitely not versed in Asian cuisine. HOWEVER, I was requested by a coworker to make Vegan Coconut Buns for her birthday. I agreed because I like a good challenge. The morning of, I had a little mini freak-out because I wanted them to be perfect. As […]

Beverage, Breakfast, Whole Plant-Based Recipes

Ginger Beet Smoothie

February 9, 2021 by The Friendly Cookie 0 comments

I love beets for so many reasons, especially around Valentine’s Day! The best part about it is the colour! It adds such a vibrant pink colour to all dishes, from smoothies to entrees to desserts. Chemical free! Are beets healthy? YES! Let’s talk health. Seeing as now more than ever we need to focus on […]

Breakfast, Entrees, Sides, Weekend Breakfast

Chickpea Omelette

February 4, 2021 by The Friendly Cookie 1 comment

What can I use instead of egg for my omelette? There are several egg replacers out there now. Being plant-based/vegan is much easier now than it was ten years ago. There are SO many options now for everything, including egg replacers that you can buy in a carton and fix yourself up some delicious omelettes. […]

Weekend Entrees, Weekend Vegan

Vegan Beet Mac and Cheese

January 24, 2021 by The Friendly Cookie 1 comment

How do you make vegan mac and cheese? It’s unreal how many foods can be transformed nowadays to accommodate a plant-based diet. At many vegan restaurants, you will find a vegan version of mac and cheese. Some of them are made with a sauce of steamed and blended carrots, potatoes, and spices. And the ultra-creamy […]

Breakfast, Weekend Breakfast, Weekend Desserts

Pink Vegan Waffles

January 18, 2021 by The Friendly Cookie 0 comments

I have a thing for waffles. And I have a thing for hearts (Check out my Instagram for my Hearts stories highlight!) So you better believe I’m going to make a recipe for pink Valentine’s Day themed waffles. I’m sure there are many questions floating around as to how you make pink vegan waffles! […]

Breakfast, Dessert, Snacks, Whole Plant-Based Recipes

Protein Energy Bites

January 6, 2021 by The Friendly Cookie 0 comments

You see them everywhere and they are here to stay. Little balls of energy are everyone’s favourite for a quick and healthy snack. The best part about these is just HOW easy they are to make. Just whip them up in a food processor (or blender) and voila. I LOVE these Protein Energy Bites because […]