vegan nut-free sunbutter cookies

sunflower seed butter is the new peanut butter and vegan nut-free sunbutter cookies are a twist on the original peanut butter cookie. this version is free of peanuts, wheat and gluten for those who suffer an allergy or choose to abstain altogether. big on flavor and big in attitude, dip sunbutter cookies into a fresh glass of superfood frenzy hemp milk, sweet and creamy coconut almond mylk or cuts like a buffalo living walnut milk for an old fashioned... Read More

winterized dairy-free walnut milk

cuts like a buffalo living walnut milk gets winterized this season with warming ground spices. both cinnamon and nutmeg help destroy cold in the body and at the same time, will stimulate circulation. in an aryuvedic sense, nutmeg will pacify the vatta dosha while it increases the pitta. ground nutmeg is also a natural sleep remedy and is often served in warm milk prior to bed. serve it warm or serve it cold, either way, winterized dairy-free walnut... Read More

pecan brownie ice cream sundae

as it turns out the pecan brownie bar is an excellent floatation device for the superfood soft serve ice cream. this is a rawcipe that is free of wheat, gluten, dairy, soy, and any refined sugars. when the extra minute is taken to add-in the tart cherry drizzle, you will have created for yourself one spectacularly healthy, raw, living ice cream sundae experience not to be missed. pecan brownie sundae 1 pecan brownie bar 1 scoop superfood soft serve... Read More

living chocolate frosting

let’s face it, chocolate tastes great on just about everything with the exception of maybe cabbage. if you have ever experienced a sweet tooth, in many cases, frosting is a necessity and at times there is an irresistible force that compels one to consume more than one should. used here is a locally made 100% cacao bar from life opening chocolates. it’s dairy free, soy free, gluten free, contains no refined sugar and has aptly been... Read More

unsweetened coconut yogurt

unsweetened coconut yogurt is a sugar free, dairy free and nut free vegan superfood masterpiece. it does not contain any probiotics per say but still easily lends itself to the category of yogurt in consistency. healthy fat, protein and a host of other benefits are lurking in the madness that is so easily achievable. this will taste great on its own or with fresh berries and granola while also highly functional as an add-in to other recipes that call... Read More

ice cold cucumber limeade

here it is, a new groove to break the summertime monotony. ice cold cucumber limeade is a soft, subtle mix and just a little something to help you sit back to unwind. much like ice cold cucumber lemonade, the limeade is a refreshing burst of hydration full of cooling properties. total perfection for the triple digit temperatures that burn heavy during the pitta months. ice cold cucumber limeade 2 cups water 1 1/2 cups frozen cucumber, peeled and chopped 1/2... Read More

cuts like a buffalo living walnut milk

walnuts are a powerhouse of omega 3 fatty acids and in comparison, contain more omega 3’s than any other nut. the wealth of fatty acids support proper brain function and essentially boost brain power to help foster and create clear thought patterns. b vitamins, vitamin e and substantial amounts of melatonin have also been found in walnuts. melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone produced by the pineal gland and it is responsible for inducing... Read More

superfood soft serve ice cream

superfood soft serve is a thick and creamy, dairy free ice cream that will cool off even the hottest summer afternoon. very simple, super tasty and quite elusive when it comes to being photographed. mostly because i keep eating it! grab your blender, invite your friends over and walk fearlessly into the dog days of summer. superfood soft serve 1 cup water 1/2 cup cashew butter 1/4 cup coconut butter or coconut manna 3 tablespoons active manuka honey... Read More

cl’s living chocolate chip cookies

cl’s living chocolate chip cookies were inspired by a post i saw over at cucina libera, loosely translated, free cuisine. many times a recipe has promised their chocolate chip cookie will taste like the real thing and i am left not sold, until now. at cucina libera the cookies were already a great high-raw, vegan, nut free recipe, but because i cannot help myself, i played around with the recipe, dressed it up and made a completely raw/living... Read More

hurts like heaven cashew cheese spread

cashew nuts are kidney shaped seeds found at the bottom of the cashew apple. the nuts are the produced fruit of the cashew tree and a native to northern brazil. with a mild sweetness and smooth texture the cashew not only adds flavor and body to many raw/living food recipes, they also boost your mood and stabilize your thoughts to help fight depression. they contain oleic acid, the same heart-healthy fat that is found in olive oil, making them a... Read More