Pineapple Muffins – Dairy Free & Vegan Option

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These delicious and fresh tasting muffins make a great grab and go if you miss breakfast and a perfect “something not too sweet” during the day.

The pineapple taste is not at all overwhelming but you get the taste of lovely pieces throughout as you enjoy the muffins. Using tinned pineapple means you can bring sunshine to your kitchen any time of the year!

You can leave the muffins as is but I thought it would be nice to make a little drizzle using some of the reserved pineapple juice and to top the muffins with pieces of pineapple before baking.

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Lentil & Feta Salad

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This simple but very deceptive Lentil & Feta Salad is packed with superfoods and so even though it appears quite simple to make, it’s so good for you. Enjoy it as a side to your favourite mains or as a healthy main dish.

I roasted the beetroot with some spices before adding it to the salad as I think it brings out a richer flavour but it’s up to you. I always have a tin of some type of lentils in the cupboard as they are so handy to use in casseroles, curries and salads and they up the protein and fibre content. You can roast the beetroot any time before using and leave it till you need it.

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Halloumi & Pomegranate Salad with Tahini Dressing

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The perfect recipe for a perfect day. This Salad is easily made as a main dish or to accompany some meat or fish. It’s a great crowd pleaser and I made it for a Baby Shower for the non meat eaters. The ingredients are all nutritious and it’s a great make ahead dish.

You can serve the halloumi warm or cold, it’s up to you. If you prefer to have it warm then cook it closer to the serving time, keep it covered and warm and simply spoon over the salad when you’re ready to enjoy.

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Rhubarb & Strawberry Crumble – Gluten Free

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We in Ireland have a great rhubarb season where we’re so lucky to be able to get fresh, zingy rhubarb and use it in our favourite dishes. The sweetness of strawberries combines really well with rhubarb in this crumble and we up the nutritional value of the overall dish by adding in oats.

If you are watching your sugar intake, you can substitute the caster sugar for a sweetener of choice. I would err on the lower end of the sugar quantity as sweeteners can be more intense than regular sugar.

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Gluten Free Chicken Goujons & Potato Wedges

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We love a Fakeaway! All the flavours with far less calories, processed ingredients and you know it’s good for you! I’m not for one minute saying we shouldn’t have takeaways because life is too short but making your own Fakeaway means you can enjoy your favourites more often!

Everyone loved this recipe. I served it in baskets to really make it feel like we used to have as kids. Remember Chicken & Chips in a basket? So not only is this Gluten Free but it’s got a healthier slant as I’m using Brown Rice Breadcrumbs plus economically, it’s cheaper too!

The quantities below are for 2 people (with some leftovers) so just increase as needed.

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Gluten Free Seeded Bread

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I can honestly say this recipe may become more popular than my Gluten Free Scones one. Since I posted the reels on Facebook and Instagram, it’s been tried by so many people and what’s the best test is that it has been a success for everyone! It’s the real deal and the feedback has been just so amazing.

I’m really proud as I devised this recipe myself by using bits from other recipes that I have here plus using my knowledge about Gluten Free Baking and it’s been such a success that it’s like watching one of your kids do well (hahahahah) but seriously, try it!!

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Easy Tiramisu Recipe – Gluten Free

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A rich, coffee and boozy tiramisu will always be greeted with joy and eagerness. It’s one of those desserts that has never gone out of fashion and there’s a good reason for that. It’s so easy to make. It’s a no bake recipe. It’s actually better made ahead of when needed and then it also lasts well in the fridge for a few days. It’s a host of ticks for a great dessert!

You can of course keep it alcohol free and simply sub more coffee in place of your chosen tipple. I go with brandy as I always have it in the house but Kahlua works really well too and brings out the coffee flavour even more. I would stick with espresso coffee for the sponge fingers as you do need that strong coffee taste in the dessert.

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Easy Nuts & Seeds Bars – Gluten & Dairy Free & Vegan

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These bars are packed full of goodness and take very little time to make and only 20 minutes to bake in the oven. They keep for up to 1 week in an airtight container in the fridge so they are perfect for busy people, healthy snacks, workout treats and if you are short of time in the morning.

The fact you can top them with your favourite ingredients makes them perfect just for you! If you are on a Vegan lifestyle, then substitute the honey for Agave or Date Syrup and be sure to get a vegan muesli. All the ingredients possess nutritional value of their own so these bars are pretty power packed of goodness!

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Mango Vegan & Gluten Free Cake

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I’ve made this cake in a bundt tin as it needs so little decoration because it tastes so good that I felt a bundt would help it to look wonderful.

I love bundt tins (you might have guessed from some of my other recipes) as they take any cake and simply raise it up to another level of fancy and showstopping. What’s wonderful about bundts?? They do all the work and you take all the credit!

You can make this cake as a regular vegan one if you want to and I’ll list the Gluten Free changes needed below in the ingredients. Obviously there’s no butter or dairy products in the cake so it’s also a great healthy option. I used coconut oil to grease the tin rather than butter and floured it as normal (using GF flour).

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Apple & Walnut Almond Flour Bread

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Gluten Free, Paleo, Dairy Free, Grain Free, No Refined Sugar

Have you tried baking with Olive Oil? It’s a great solution for those who need to be dairy free but it’s also a healthy way to bake. Using Almond Flour means this is low carb recipe, gluten free, paleo, grain free and contains no added sugars as the sweetness of the apple puree and grated apple add a natural sweetness to the bread. Using Almond Flour definitely does change the taste and it will be a little different to what you may have had before but it’s so healthy for you, it tastes great and you don’t get any bloating after a slice or two. Please give it a try!

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Banana & Nut Butter Energy Bites

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Delicious and very easy to make, these Banana & Nut Butter Energy Bites are like having a slice of your favourite banana bread. They are a no bake recipe and very adaptable to suit your personal preferences plus they keep in the freezer for whenever you need a healthy snack. I’ve included how to make them Gluten Free, Vegan and Nut Free below

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Creamy Mixed Berries Baked Oats

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Using coconut milk in this recipe gives the baked oats the most amazing creamy taste! Coconut Milk is full of healthy fats and combined with your favourite berries which are packed with antioxidants and only a bit of pure maple or date syrup, you have a fantastic way to use up berries and a great make ahead breakfast / snack for a few days. This one bowl recipe will soon become a family favourite and you can adapt it depending on what you have in the fridge!

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