Pumpkin, pumpkin, pumpkin! It seems to be everywhere these days, and for good reasons! It’s seasonal, comforting and so versatile. We’ve been having some pumpkin soup every week for a while now, and I don’t get tired of how smooth, sweet and nutritious it is. If you know anything about me, however, you know thatContinue reading “Simple Pumpkin Cookies!”
Category Archives: Sweets
Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies
I’ve been on a baking rampage these last few weeks: cakes and sweets are pretty much all I think about! I’ve been trying out a lot of recipes, tweaking them and coming up with my own. This week, I wanted to finally bake the perfect chocolate chip cookies. These are chewy, naturally sweetened and soContinue reading “Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies”
Popcorn Bark \\\ Croquant au maïs soufflé
(Version française plus bas!) I know we probably all went overboard on chocolate during the holidays, but, what can I say, I’m just addicted! I also wanted to make something portable that my boyfriend could take with him to work as a snack or an afternoon pick-me-up. This is really simple to prepare, you canContinue reading “Popcorn Bark \\\ Croquant au maïs soufflé”
Protein-Packed Chocolate Fudge & Giveaway!
A few weeks ago, I contacted Manitoba Harvest to know if they would be interested in organizing a giveaway with me, and they were! I have to say I have been a fan of their hemp hearts for a while. These little seeds are packed with protein and have a very mild flavour. This meansContinue reading “Protein-Packed Chocolate Fudge & Giveaway!”
Simple Chocolate Pudding
Lately, I’ve been juggling with the idea that desserts can be packed with proteins too. Why not, right? Here is an easy way to add protein to your meal, as well as chocolate! But, it’s all for the sake of nutrition, of course… Not quite. This is creamy, delicious and takes 2 minutes to prepare.Continue reading “Simple Chocolate Pudding”
Maple Glazed Pecans
I don’t have any story to tell you about this recipe. I just love pecans and maple syrup together! These two ingredients are the perfect combination, and it’s even better when you add some ginger to the mix! This recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare, is delicious, and makes for a great ‘mason jar’ gift.Continue reading “Maple Glazed Pecans”
Chai Coconut Mascarpone Cups
This week-end I was craving desserts, in particular yogurt parfaits where you place fruit over yogurt and add nuts, granola or other toppings. I have been experimenting with vegan yogurt, but so far the results have not been to my liking. Yet, I yearned for this rich cream consistency. So, I gathered a few thingsContinue reading “Chai Coconut Mascarpone Cups”
My Lighthearted Kitchen 