There’s a big difference, to me anyway, between an apple tart and an apple pie. I always feel a tart is for polite company, with perhaps a spoon of whipped cream whereas a pie brings up images of family and friends sitting around, bowls chock full of sweet apple filling and crusty pastry topped with vanilla ice cream.
I bought a wonderfully pretty patterned deep pie dish that measures 10″ wide and 2″ high so it’s substantial and deserves only the best Apple Pie to fill it.
I love a quick and easy bread which also turns out very tasty and the folks at Meridian Foods came up with this yeast free bread recipe which uses their vegan friendly peanut butter and oats. Everything used is vegan and gluten free so it’s one for everyone.
You can find their great range of products here Meridian Shop: Natural nut & seed butters – vegan & palm oil free (meridianfoods.co.uk)
I love all their butters as they don’t use palm oil and they have no additives, so that’s always a winner for me.
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With strawberry season fast approaching, this is the perfect recipe to use up some of the delicious strawberries available. Baked Oats are a great get ahead recipe for all the family. This recipe is also Toddler Friendly and perfect for weaning little ones.
Use regular milk or plant milk depending on your needs.
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This bread recipe is really special. It’s flourless, healthy and delicious! It cuts like a dream and toasts beautifully. What’s not to love!!
The recipe is just so versatile. I used some of my favourite spices but you can just leave them out completely or use your own favourite spices or herbs. Some suggestions you might like to try are cinnamon and nutmeg, cumin and chili powder, coriander and fennel seeds and garlic and rosemary. I used Smoked Paprika and Garlic for this one but will be making a cinnamon and nutmeg version next to enjoy with a cup of tea.
My tahini has salt already in it so I only used 1/2 tsp but if your tahini is salt free, then add a teaspoon. I added some sunflower seeds for added crunch and again, you can add whatever works for you. I used almond butter but you can use peanut butter, cashew butter or your own favourite.
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A flavourful, delicious bread that offers something a little different with it’s mix of ingredients. If you’re a cheese lover, then you’re going to love this recipe. Use your favourite hard cheese for the topping along with some healthy seeds for extra nutritional oomph.
There’s no down time, no kneading and nothing complicated with this delicious bread recipe. The smell while it bakes is incredible and this bread is not just fantastic on it’s own, it works with soups and a variety of toppings.
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Is there anyone who doesn’t love the combination of chocolate and orange and of course a Terry’s Chocolate Orange is always a treat!
This loaf cake uses orange extract to get the right hit and it’s a light chocolate orange sponge, packed full of chocolate orange pieces and finally decorated with a chocolate orange buttercream. Oh did I mention it’s decorated with Chocolate Orange pieces too? Yea a lot of chocolate orange here but absolutely no one is complaining!
The cake is baked at a low heat and for around an hour to prevent it drying out and it works really well.
The taste and texture of this delicious cake is so comforting and warming and it can be made ahead. It’s perfect to serve after a meal with friends and family. Some people wanted cream with it and others had ice cream. It worked so well with both!
The glaze to top the cake can be made while it’s baking in the oven. It’s a fantastic finish to the cake and definitely needs to be included. Don’t be tempted to skip it and if you’re making it ahead, just keep the glaze in the fridge till needed, pop it in the microwave, spoon it over the cake when you’re going to serve it.
I’ve made this cake in a bundt tin as it needs so little decoration because it tastes so good that I felt a bundt would help it to look wonderful.
I love bundt tins (you might have guessed from some of my other recipes) as they take any cake and simply raise it up to another level of fancy and showstopping. What’s wonderful about bundts?? They do all the work and you take all the credit!
You can make this cake as a regular vegan one if you want to and I’ll list the Gluten Free changes needed below in the ingredients. Obviously there’s no butter or dairy products in the cake so it’s also a great healthy option. I used coconut oil to grease the tin rather than butter and floured it as normal (using GF flour).
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Gluten Free, Paleo, Dairy Free, Grain Free, No Refined Sugar
Have you tried baking with Olive Oil? It’s a great solution for those who need to be dairy free but it’s also a healthy way to bake. Using Almond Flour means this is low carb recipe, gluten free, paleo, grain free and contains no added sugars as the sweetness of the apple puree and grated apple add a natural sweetness to the bread. Using Almond Flour definitely does change the taste and it will be a little different to what you may have had before but it’s so healthy for you, it tastes great and you don’t get any bloating after a slice or two. Please give it a try!
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I’m a big fan of a loaf tin bake. The possibilities are endless. The recipes are always pretty straightforward. They look great and can be an every day treat or dressed up and they win over a crowd. What’s not to love!
This bread has everything I love. The dates, lots of warming spices and nuts and it uses no refined sugar!
If you need it Dairy Free, then substitute the butter for your usual non dairy brand.
Vegans can sub the egg with a flax seed egg (see below) and use maple syrup or date syrup in place of the honey.
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A wonderful change from the usual mince pies with it’s delicious frangipane topping. It’s also easier to make as there’s far less cutting and shaping with pastry. I used my own homemade mincemeat which is gluten free and vegan. The recipe is here on my website if you would like to make it. It’s very simple and can be made ahead once stored in sterilised jars. A great dessert to serve with cream or custard after a lovely dinner.
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I have a very nice Gluten Free Banana Bread recipe here on cozebakes which is made using only ground almonds. I wanted to make one which used Gluten Free flour and to include dates and walnuts for extra flavour and crunch.
I’ve adapted this great basic banana bread recipe and it’s worked really well. Banana Bread can sometimes can bad press but it’s a great stand by recipe and this one uses no added sugar so it’s a healthier option to bake. Using very ripe bananas adds a natural sweetness which removes the need to add processed sugar to this recipe.
