No-Bake and Raw Sweets

Chocolate-Dipped Things

By · On Feb 12, 2012 · Comments (0)

Chocolate-covered strawberriesChocolate is an aphrodisiac. It’s romantic. It contains antioxidants. Let me cut right to the chase: the real reason I’m sharing this recipe is because it’s pathetically easy. But the end result is so impressive that your sweetie is sure to be touched. Use the best dark chocolate you can get your hands on; it really makes a difference. Recipe and photo contributed by Dynise Balcavage, from Celebrate Vegan (Lyons Press, ©2011). Read More→

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How to Make Healthy Truffles

By · On Jan 31, 2012 · Comments (0)

How to make healthy truffles: wwlp.com

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Nearly-Raw Unbaked Cheesecake

By · On Nov 08, 2011 · Comments (0)

This almost-raw cheesecake is dense and delicious. Use strawberries to top it in warmer months, and thinly sliced pear during cooler weather. Either way, it’s a treat. Read More→

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Tiramisu Parfaits

By · On Sep 21, 2011 · Comments (0)

Now you can enjoy tiramisu without the fuss.  These parfaits have all the luscious creamy coffee and chocolate flavor of tiramisu in a fraction of the time.  If you don’t have parfait glasses, martini glasses are a good choice, but any small dessert dishes will suffice. This recipe is reprinted by permission from Quick-Fix Vegan: Healthy, Homestyle Meals in 30 Minutes or Less by Robin Robertson © 2011.  Read More→

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No-bake peanut butter treats

By · On Apr 19, 2011 · Comments (1)

These are a kid-friendly snack, and an easy treat that kids can help make. A little sticky, but fun! Recipe from The Double Energy Dietby Judi and Shari Zucker. Read More→

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Nutty No-Bake Pie Crust

By · On Apr 03, 2011 · Comments (5)

For pies that require no baking, rely on this recipe for a pie crust that magically comes together with only three ingredients. This crust plays a dual role. In addition to creating a base for a pie filing, it actually contributes nutty texture, flavor, and sweetness to the pie. Contributed by Zel Allen, reprinted from  The Nut Gourmet. Read More→

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Raw Fig & Cherry Bars

By · On Feb 17, 2011 · Comments (0)

fig barsI originally developed these bars for a cooking class on bone health. Almost every ingredient here is high in calcium, resulting in a bar that delivers about 12% of this mineral’s daily requirement for women. They’re also high in protein and work as a great energy bar. I often carry these in the car with me for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Recipe and photo courtesy of Ricki Heller, from Sweet Freedom. Read More→

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Crispy Rice and Almond Treats

By · On Jan 13, 2011 · Comments (0)

Contributed by vegan chef Beverly Lynn Bennett, these rich, no-bake treats are incredibly good. I know, because I’ve made them for my sons a zillion times. Read More→

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