I never liked Nutella and never understood its cult following. It was too rich, and the consistency was weird to me. That is, until I started making my own! Home-made Nutella means you can manage the consistency yourself, and it tastes more like a Ferrero Rocher spread than Nutella! Which is a-okay by me. Today, I am going to show you how I make mine!! What Exactly Is Nutella? Nutella is essentially a nut [...]
How to Make Homemade Almond Butter (Completely Vegan!)
Nut butters are so much fun! One of my favorites is almond butter. It is so easy to make, and I really love the flavor. I would say it is even better than peanut butter, though my husband is on the fence with that one. One thing that cannot be argued is that it has a better nutrient profile than peanut butter and is a safe option for people who cannot have peanuts but still want to include some nut butter in their [...]
How to Make Your Own Peanut Butter (Completely Vegan!)
I didn’t try my first peanut butter and jelly sandwich until I was 34 years old. I have no idea why because I’ve been a PB&J convert ever since! There is something so comforting about the sweet and salty mix, and it satisfies multiple cravings at one time. Could the humble PB&J get any better? Turns out it can if you make your own peanut butter! Here is a simple and easy recipe to help elevate America’s [...]
How to Make Homemade Whole Wheat Flour
Making whole-wheat flour yourself at home is quick and easy and can be much cheaper than buying it at the store! The main advantage of grinding your own whole wheat is that you can buy wheat berries in bulk, and they last a long time in storage. Then, whatever wheat berry you fancy for your whole wheat, you simply take that one and grind it up, ready for use. For this recipe, I used white winter wheat berries, but you [...]
Almond Flour Cake (Simply Perfect!)
Do you love a soft and fluffy cake that explodes with flavor? Well, do I have the cake for you! It’s easy to pull together, and practically leaps out of the pan with almond and vanilla flavors. In other words, it’s simply perfect. I kept it clean and simple without any adornment because I just love the color of the almond flour! But, you could definitely throw in chocolate chips, or dried fruit. Heck, you could even [...]
The Best Pumpkin Seed Butter You Can Buy
If you're on the hunt for a nut-free alternative to peanut butter that's as delicious as it is nutritious, you're in for a treat. Allow me to introduce you to the world of pumpkin seed butter—a creamy, dreamy spread that's packed with flavor and goodness. In this article, I'll be sharing my top picks for the best pumpkin seed butter brands out there, along with what makes each one stand out. How to choose the best [...]
