I love granola bars. My obsession began when I spent a summer studying in Texas. It was such a convenient snack on the go, that my roommate and I ate them for breakfast, as a snack, dessert or bedtime sweets (when coming home from a long night). Granola bars worked any time of the day. Continue Reading…
Apricot Swiss Roll or “Biskuitroulade” is an Austrian classic. Fluffy dough combined with fruity jam creates a deliciously simple dessert. With only 5 ingredients, that you surely have at home, it makes a wonderful treat to enjoy with your coffee or tea! It is also THE dessert to bake when you are unexpectedly hosting guests. It looks impressive but is so easy and quick to make.
I have a confession to make: I love to eat cake for breakfast! I like to start my day with something sweet. During the week I try to stay away from cake (in the mornings!) and eat my delicious porridge most days. But on the weekends I like to have my pancakes, french toast or a “breakfast cake” like my Zucchini Honey Cake. Continue Reading…
As spring as finally sprung and hopefully is here to stay, I’m officially opening the ice cream season on my blog!
Ever since I made my raw & vegan Carrot Cakes with a creamy vanilla cashew frosting I was wondering what else I could be doing with a cashew base. The warmer temperatures screamed ice cream in my head. And I have been on the hunt for a healthier, guilt-free option that didn’t include bananas!
Inspired by my favorite healthy snack bar from the UK, Nakd’s “Cashew cookie”, I wanted to create a raw carrot cake version for Easter. Nakd bars are a raw, delicious snack and deliver energy in the form of only natural sugar. And with only a handful of ingredients, it was very easy to recreate my favorite snack bar. I, however, wanted to go one step further and create a raw carrot cake version in the form of little cakes, topped with a creamy frosting. And so my raw and vegan take on a classic dessert was born. Continue Reading…
When I was in London, I saw hot cross buns in every bakery. So I did a little research and learned that they are a classic Easter treat in England, comparable to “Osterpinzen” in Austria. Apparently Hot Cross Buns are traditionally served on Good Friday. The cross on the sweet yeast buns represents the Cross of Christ. Intrigued, I tried my hands on this Easter treat but gave them my own little twist. I added finely grated carrots, orange zest and a orange-flavored icing. I also made the yeast dough dairy-free and almost vegan. Continue Reading…