Sweet Things Recipes

The buckwheat in this is a great alternative for those wanting or needing to try a gluten free diet and the maple syrup in the sauce is the perfect alternative to refined sugar. The raw cacao is the highest plant-based source of iron out there and contains higher...

My kids love baking, but if I'm honest they are still honing their skills so I'm always trying to think of really easy and fun recipes. These ginger bread men are perfect! I like to use wholemeal spelt flour which, compared to normal wheat flour, is higher in a range...

Ingredients: Makes about 16 400g tin of cooked chickpeas, drained 50g dried figs, chopped 100g of cashews 2 tbsp of raw cacao 1 tbsp of maple syrup or honey pinch of sea salt Unsweetened dessicated coconut to decorate, or you could use sesame seeds or cacao powder....

These easy, one bowl healthy brownies are the ultimate fall treat. Imagine fudgy pumpkin brownies made with all natural maple syrup, coconut flour and almond flour! Ingredients: Makes 12 brownies   200g pumpkin puree (ideally homemade) 2 tbs pure maple syrup 2...

Summer snack refreshment! Use milk, nut milk, water and lots of fruits to vary the different ice lollies recipes. Play with your creativity and imagination and give your personal twist. Share your recipes and comment for any new ideas. Vanilla, blueberry and greek...

A great alternative to the sugar laden version, this is a new favourite spin on a classic recipe. Plant-based source of fiber, calcium, iron and essential fatty-acids given by buckwheat flour & walnuts. Marvelous, as a gluten & lactose free option! Cut in...

These delicious cookies are so easy to make, even with little people 'helping'! They make a very handy snack for blood sugar control, and provide a creative, alternative way to consume super nutritious quinoa. Ingredients: Makes approx. 6 1 egg ½ cup almond butter 1...

. These delicious raw chocolate brownies are the ultimate sin free indulgence. The mixture of nuts and dates in the brownie makes for a nutrient dense high protein treat. The avocado in the frosting provides a good hit of healthy essential fats and the raw cacao and...

This no cook method is super easy to make and a great way to get another vegetable into your diet whilst satisfying those sweet pangs at the same time! Makes approx. 6 Ingredients: Muffin 2 cups carrot pulp 1 cup raw pecans, plus 8 more 1 cup pitted dates 3/4 cup...

This delicious and healthy chia seed pudding is packed with protein, omega-3, antioxidants and calcium. This is a winner in my house because it only needs around 5 minutes preparation time and there are so many variations that it never gets boring. Personally I love...

My Avocado Chocolate Mousse is a guaranteed ticket to chocolate heaven. This sweet treat is a huge hit with my girls, and because of its natural ingredients, I don’t feel guilty about handing it over to them after dinner. Feel free to top the dish with a sprinkling of...

We all crave chocolate once in a while, but instead of reaching for sweet treats laden with refined sugar, why not opt for a delicious square of my chocolate tiffin? With its list of natural ingredients, there is nothing to feel guilty about here… Ingredients: Makes...

This recipe does need a bit of time preparing it but it’s well worth it. Try it for a summer dinner party dessert. Ingredients: For the base... 100g ( 1 cup) pecans 100g ( 1 cup) walnuts 10 pitted medjool dates Pinch salt 2 tbsp coconut oil For the middle… 2 cups...

We love the smooth, creamy texture and sweet nutty flavour of Nutella, but the ingredient list leaves a lot to be desired. It’s full of white sugar, refined oil, additives and preservatives, so it’s not an ideal snack for mums to be. That’s why we created the...

Apple crumble is one of my childhood favourites and my daughters also seem to love it. Apple and cinnamon is a classic flavour combination and I love when the kitchen is filled with the sweet smell of cinnamon. It is a staple spice in my pantry, as cinnamon is...

Such an easy recipe to do and a great winter warmer, the nuts and maple syrup caramelise and ooze out of the softened, fluffy apple surrounded by a crispier outer skin. Ingredients: Serves 2 2 Granny Smith Apples 2 tbs of Maple Syrup ¼ cup of walnuts and pecans 1 tsp...

Peanut butter, banana and chocolate is a match made in heaven. Another quick treat recipe that I cannot get enough of. The sea salt gives the buttercups extra delicious twist. Ingredients: Makes 6 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup nut butter (ie almond butter) 2 ripe...

This super-rich and sweet pecan pie uses only healthy, fertility boosting ingredients. Pecans are packed with protein, fibre, heart-healthy fats, and 19 vitamins and minerals, so they should be a regular part of your diet if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. One...

Omega-3-packed chia seeds make this chocolatey treat truly irresistible! Ingredients: Serves 4 1 ½ cups of unsweetened almond milk ¼ cup cacao powder ⅓ cup chia seeds ½ tsp vanilla extract 2 tbsp maple syrup 1 handful of almonds 2 handfuls of blueberries Ingredients:...