Raw Banana Parfait with Crumble Topping

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I was raised on sweets. My grandparents had a colossal candy cabinet and bowls of colorful sugary goodness all over the house. It’s almost part of my DNA—the sweets. So even though I have shifted into a greater awareness of what I put into my body, there is no need to completely ignore my old pal, Mr. Sweet Tooth. I have played around for a few days and finally Frankensteined this Banana Pudding Parfait (cue the lightning bolt). This recipe incorporates all natural, enzyme-rich ingredients that your body wants, including natural sugars, so take any guilt and kick it out the door. Read more…

Raw Dairy-Free Whipped Cream

The young coconut is a powerful, healing food and it makes a perfect creamy base for this tasty topping. Use Raw Dairy-Free Whipped Cream on vegan pancakes, crepes, raw dairy-free ice creams, raw cakes and more. Mix with fresh organic blueberries, peaches and/or strawberries and drizzle with raw agave nectar for a delicious dessert or snack. Oh, the possibilities. Read more…

Raw Dairy-Free Strawberry Swirl Ice Cream

Raw Strawberry Swirl Ice Cream

I was inspired to create this raw, non-dairy, Strawberry Swirl ice cream recipe on a rare and beautiful 60° day in March (after a long Chicago winter). You’ll be able to taste the sunshine in this recipe that uses juicy, organic strawberries. While I recommend an ice cream maker for proper aeration, you don’t need an ice cream maker to enjoy this super creamy recipe. Read more…

Raw Dairy-Free Orange Cream Ice Cream

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This dairy-free ice cream tastes a lot like the Dreamcicle bars from the neighborhood ice cream truck. It is an irresistible, guilt-free mix of that creamy, citrus flavor we all know and love. While I recommend an ice cream maker for proper aeration, you don’t need an ice cream maker to enjoy this recipe. Read more…