Hi there, Reader Oops! I'm running late with my next new recipe (it's taken a heck of a lot of testing!), so here we are with this email full of delicous cookies to fill the gap!The holiday season isn’t complete without a batch of Christmas cookies! Whether you're baking for the family, a festive gathering, a gift, or just to treat yourself, these cookie recipes are perfect! #1 Vegan Snowball Cookies Sugar-dusted, buttery, nutty, light as air, and so quick and easy to make with no chilling....
3 days ago • 2 min read
Hi there, Reader This is probably the most frequent reader recipe request I've had over the years - Vegan Sugar Cookies that don't spread! I kept putting it off though, because I had never decorated cookies before and I wasn't sure I'd be able to make them look presentable. Anyway, after nailing the actual cookie part, I decided to give decorating my best shot and it turns out that it's not that difficult if you keep it simple and use lots of pretty sprinkly bits! This sugar cookie recipe is...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Reader Here I am turning the traditional British Bakewell Tart on its head and giving it a festive twist! Mincemeat replaces the raspberry jam and we've got a festively spiced vanilla sponge instead of the almond frangipane. Then it's topped with lots of snow-white icing and toasty almonds. It's so good! This is an old recipe that's been on AVV since 2016 and I've made it every single Christmas since then. It's a real family favorite and I love it because it keeps really well so you...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Reader My new favorite banana bread! The tahini adds an amazing nutty, toasty flavor and its slight bitterness balances the sweetness perfectly. It's easy to make and perfect for brunch or snacking. Oh, and you know those caramelized bananas I shared the other day? Well, warm up a slice of this tahini banana bread (in a toaster, microwave, or buttery skillet), pile on the caramelized bananas then top with a dollop of vanilla or caramel ice cream for an epic dessert! 🤤 Click here for...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Reader Hands down THE best Vegan Banana Pancakes. And don't just take my word for it. They've got so many great reviews! I've included some of my favorites below. Click here for the recipe! Here's what some of you have had to say about them: "THESE ARE THE GREATEST PANCAKES I'VE EVER MADE. Not just the best vegan pancakes. The best. Pancakes. Ever. Seriously after I found this recipe I made them 4 days in a row. Make these now they’ll change your life!" - Kennedy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Been...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Reader It's that time of the month again, and I'm sending this a day later than usual because I didn't want it to get lost in the ridiculous number of Black Friday emails we all received yesterday! Let's take a look back at some of this month's highlights on AVV, one of which was a review of one of my recipes that got picked up by BuzzFeed. I'm still crying with laughter! If you're reading this Brenda, you're famous! 🤭 NOVEMBER'S MOST POPULAR RECIPE 🏆 HEALTHY PIE CRUST This one's...
20 days ago • 3 min read
Hi there, Reader I made these caramelized bananas for brunch with pancakes the other day and they were so simple and yummy that I thought I should share the recipe with you all. Just 3 ingredients and 10 minutes is all you need. They are so quick and easy and guaranteed to make even the most mundane breakfast or dessert 1000% better! Click here for the recipe! I love them on: Vegan Banana Pancakes - A Virtual Vegan Oatmeal Waffles - A Virtual Vegan Vegan Yogurt Recipe - So thick & creamy! - A...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Reader Meet your new favorite side - Vegan Mashed Potato Casserole!😍 Fluffy mashed potato with a cheesy, buttery, oniony topping baked up to golden crispy perfection. To say I'm obsessed is an understatement. I made it many times when testing the recipe and have been making it regularly ever since. It's become a real family favorite already. This incredible potato side is great for family dinners and holiday meals. You can even assemble it up to 3 days ahead and stash it in the...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Reader Pasta is one of my favorite foods and these six recipes really shine in the fall, particularly the coziness in a bowl that is my Vegan Pumpkin Pasta that's number one in the list below. If you haven't tried any of these popular recipes yet, now is your time! #1 Vegan Pumpkin Pasta 📌 PIN FOR LATER "Made this tonight and it was delicious! One of the best pastas I've made since going vegan. Love it!" - Ashleigh. Click here for the recipe! #2 Italian Sausage Pasta Soup 📌 PIN FOR...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read