This is a quick, simple and pretty healthy little breakfast idea. It’s basically a better-for-you version of a mug cake. It’s so delicious.

All of the required ingredients get added to your blender and then poured into oven-safe ramekins (how cute are these ones?!) and baked off. You don’t even need a bowl. I used my single-serve cup blender…didn’t even have to dirty my big blender. Goals.

Here is what you will need:

• Rolled oats
• Chia seeds
• Cinnamon
• Baking Powder
• Salt
• Banana
• Almond butter
• Vanilla
• Maple Syrup
• Oat milk
• Raspberries
• Dark Chocolate

It looks like a lot, but you probably have every single one of these items in your house already. Feel free to swap out ingredients as you please – almond butter for peanut butter, maple syrup for agave, oat milk for your favourite plant-based milk…we are flexible here!

I hope you enjoy these baked oats as much as I did. They are changing the breakfast game!

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Chocolate Raspberry Baked Oats

Servings: 2

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1/2 tsp maca powder (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Place oats and chia seeds in a single-serve blender and blend to make a flour. Add the rest of the ingredients, other than the raspberries and chocolate, and blend until smooth.
3. Pour into one large, or two small ramekins and top with the fresh raspberries and chocolate.
4. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top begins to brown and form cracks. Carefully remove from oven and cool for a few minutes before enjoying!

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Whenever I travel to the Caribbean, I have piña coladas on rotate. They are thick, slushy and sweet, and just the perfect hot-day drink. And, obviously my inspiration for this recipe!

A traditional piña colada has rum, coconut milk and pineapple juice, and we’re keeping it consistent with this recipe! The spiced rum and coconut milk come together with some fragrant vanilla, eggs and warm spices to create the batter for the bread. Speaking of the bread, I chose to use brioche for this recipe, because seriously there is nothing better than brioche. Eggy, buttery and just darn delicious.

I love cooking my french toast in my cast iron. It helps with even heat distribution, and that means a beautiful browning on either side of the toast! I also use a ribbed cast iron to grill up some pineapple to top the french toast off with. It’s muy deliciosa!

Grilled Piña (Colada) French Toast

Servings: 3-4

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla
• pinch of salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• pinch of fresh nutmeg
• 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
• 1/2 cup coconut milk (I use Silk Brand)
• 2 oz of spiced dark rum (optional)
• 12-14 slices of day old brioche bread
• vegan butter (or regular butter)
• coconut oil
• 1/2 of a fresh pineapple, sliced into flatter wedges
• pure maple syrup, for topping
• 1/4 cup coconut flakes, for topping (optional)

Instructions:

1. Whisk the eggs, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, coconut milks and rum in a shallow container, until combined.
2. Add a tablespoon of butter to a hot pan (temperature at medium-high). Dip a slice of brioche into the milk mixture and then transfer to pan. Cook for 2-4 minutes, or until golden brown, and then flip and repeat. Continue with the rest of the brioche.
3. While the french toast is cooking, preheat your grill over medium-high heat. Add the Pineapple slices right to your grill if using an outdoor barbeque, or, oil your indoor grill with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil first, then add the pineapple. Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until you see those nice grill marks!
4. Place a few slices of french toast on a plate, top with a few pieces of grilled pineapple, sprinkle with the coconut flakes, and drizzle with pure maple syrup. Salud!

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This pie recipe is simple, quick and easy. One day I was loungin’ and needed something sweet to eat and I took a peak in my fridge and used what I had on hand. It turned out to be a keeper and that’s proof that this recipe is so simple and easy.

WHAT ARE APPLE CARDAMOM HAND PIES?

They are a classic American dessert transformed into a little handheld present that won’t disappoint. Tender, spiced apples wrapped in a flaky, golden brown pastry, topped with an adult-only rum glaze. I mean….come onnnn! You must.

THE PASTRY

The puff pastry is really what makes this recipe so easy. No fussy pie dough to deal with, just crispy, flaky pillows of amazingness. And all you need is one sheet! Roll it out nice and thin, cut into 8 equal rectangles and fill them up with the tastiest little apples.

You can also make smaller hand pies if you have more control over your portion size than I do. Just cut your puff pastry into 16 squares instead!

THE FILLING

I tend to migrate toward using Honeycrisp apples for my apple-forward baking recipes because they are my absolute favourite. Crispy and sweet, yet tart, they beat out every other apple. You can also use the classic Granny Smith, or whatever you have in your fridge, and they will still be tasty and flavourful!

To prepare the apples, add them to a large skillet with all the cinnamon, cardamom, salt, maple syrup and brown sugar and cook until tender and they begin to release their juices. This stuff is honestly gold – I could just eat it with a spoon.

MAKING THE APPLE CARDAMOM HAND PIES

Divide your apples between the four puff pastry rectangles and top with the remaining pastry. Crimp the edges so it looks super cute, and pierce a couple of holes in the top to allow the steam to escape. It is important to let them chill in the fridge for at least half hour at this point. This allows the butter in the dough to firm up again after being handled, and thus, it will melt slower once you bake it. Once chilled, pop them in the oven and watch them transform into the most delicious little treat!

While the pies are baking, make your luscious glaze. Add powdered sugar, rum, vanilla, cinnamon and non-dairy (or regular) milk to a bowl and whisk until smooth. It’s your choice how you want to apply this glaze – you can just pile it on, drizzle it, or spoon it as you go. There’s no judgement here.

I think that’s all I need to tell you about this recipe. Does anyone actually read this part of the post anyways???

MORE FRUIT-FORWARD RECIPES

5-Ingredient Peach Crisp (a summer must-have)

Strawberry Honey Ginger Galette (a dessert with a little sha-bang!)

Tropical Banana Flambe (take me down south)

Grilled Pina Colada French Toast (a heavenly breakfast idea)

TOOLS I USED TO MAKE THESE APPLE CARDAMOM HAND PIES

Click on the images below to see what I use for this recipe.

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APPLE CARDAMOM HAND PIES WITH A RUM GLAZE

Servings: Makes 4 large hand pies

Prep time: 15 minutes (active), 30 minutes (inactive)

Cook time: 20 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 large apples, small dice (I like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• a quarter tsp cardamom
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup (depending on how sweet you want them, I do 1 tbsp)
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp water
• a half tsp vanilla
• 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• an egg
• 1 tbsp water
• Raw turbinado sugar for topping (optional)

For the glaze:

• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp dark spiced rum
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1-3 tsp non-dairy milk

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Melt coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add apples, cinnamon, cardamom, maple syrup, brown sugar and salt. Cook until apples begin to soften (8-10 minutes), stirring often.
2. While the apples are cooking, prepare your puff pastry. On a lightly floured surface, roll out your puff pastry until it is about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 8 rectangles (see photo above) and place four of the rectangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Whisking the cornstarch and water together. Add to the apples, stir and remove skillet from heat. Add in the lemon juice and vanilla and mix until combined.
4. Use a spoon to scoop the apples into the centre of the four puff pastry rectangles that were placed on the baking sheet. Leave a half-inch border all the way around. Place the other four pastries on top and crimp the edges with a fork. Cut a few slits into the top of each so the steam can escape. Place in fridge for at least 30 minutes to chill.
5. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
6. Beat the egg and water together to make an egg wash. Remove pies from fridge and brush with the egg wash. Sprinkle the tops with the turbinado sugar. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until puffed up and golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes before serving.

For the glaze:

1. Add the powdered sugar, rum, vanilla, cinnamon and one teaspoon of milk to a bowl and whisk. If it is too thick, continue to add more milk, one teaspoon at a time until you reach a drizzle-able consistency.
2. Drizzle the hand pies with the glaze and serve warm. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

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This oatmeal is a 100% plant-based, animal-friendly, environment-saving bowl of happiness. It has Sunday morning, sit by the window with a blanket and coffee, petting your dog, written all over it.

Unlike the rest of my family growing up, I never was an oatmeal lover. I found it to be bland and texturally challenging to my palate. My brother loved those packaged brands that you pour boiled water over and I just never understood it and I still don’t. My mom loved Cream of Wheat, and when served to me, I swear I’d have to cover the bowl with a thick layer of brown sugar if I was getting it down. I was an oatmeal outcast in my family.

It is time that I fit in. It’s time that oatmeal was revolutionized. I needed to make it enjoyable, so I covered it in cinnamon and maple syrup and dolloped nut butter on top with some fresh fruit and warm bananas and I think I’m part of the fam now. Fingers crossed.

This quest to assimilate with oatmeal lovers began with my understanding that I just didn’t enjoy oats cooked in water, SO, the first thing that changed was the cooking of the oats themselves. Cashew milk is my new fav, and salt is definitely needed to begin the transformation from yuck to yum. I also added some cinnamon right to the pot as well as maca powder for a healthy boost. The oatmeal comes to a boil with double the milk and then simmers for a few minutes until thick and creamy.

Separately, in a pan, I added coconut oil with maple syrup and some more cinnamon, brought this to a simmer and added my sliced bananas. These cook in the sauce and become sticky, gooey, delicious little bites to slather over to the oatmeal.

Finally, the topping queen works her magic with a creamy nut butter, fresh fruit to lighten things up, toasted pecans and a dollop of coconut yogurt to provide a very welcomed temperature contrast.

Now, that is an oatmeal that I can get behind!

I hope if you were like me and are upset about regular oatmeal, that this recipe inspires you to try again. Oatmeal lovers unite!

Gooey Caramelized Banana Oatmeal

Serving size: 1

Prep time: 2 minutes

Cook time: 6-7 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup quick oats
• 2/3 cup non-dairy milk (I prefer cashew)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon, separated
• 1/2 tsp maca powder (optional)
• 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 banana, sliced
• Optional toppings: Nut butter, coconut yogurt, toasted pecans*, fresh fruit

Instructions:

1. To a small pot, add oats, milk, salt, 1/2 tsp cinnamon and maca powder. Bring to a boil and turn heat on low to simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until creamy.
2. While the oats are cooking, add coconut oil, maple syrup and remaining 1/2 tsp cinnamon to a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer and add the banana. Mix to coat bananas and continue to cook for 3-4 minutes, until bananas are soft and caramelized.
3. Spoon the oatmeal into a bowl and top with bananas, nut butter, yogurt, toasted pecans, fresh fruit, a dash of cinnamon and a bit more maple syrup.

NOTES:

*Toast pecans in a 350 degree oven for 5-7 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

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Bread pudding – that dessert made with day-old bread soaked in an egg and milk mixture and baked to perfection. Da best. Add in whatever you have on-hand, at your own discretion.

Panettone – An Italian Christmas cake that blows up in the grocery store after Halloween. They come in a million varieties and have a range of additions including chocolate, dried fruit and nuts. This recipe uses a basic but delicious chocolate morsel panettone, but you can use whatever you have left over from the holidays, or just go buy one from the grocery store at the discounted post-Christmas price…it’s a win-win.

Eggnog – Whoever goes through an entire carton of eggnog? The intention is there when you buy it and think how fancy you’re going to be when your guests come over and you’re stirring up rum nogs with a cinnamon stick…but the reality is, it’s hard to drink more than one. So instead of all milk, substitute half for that leftover eggnog when making this recipe.

To prepare the panettone, slice into 1-inch cubes and dry out in the oven for 15-20 minutes at 275 degrees F. While that’s happening, mix the egg base by whisking together five large eggs, one and a half cups eggnog (or canned coconut milk if you don’t have, or are dairy-free) and one and a half cups milk (or coconut milk…I prefer Silk). Add in a teaspoon of cinnamon, a teaspoon and a half of vanilla, a tablespoon of maple syrup, a quarter of a teaspoon of salt and a pinch of nutmeg. When the panettone is dry and cooled, transfer to a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle over your choice of toppings, I like adding chocolate chunks, dried sultana raisins (they plump up beautifully in this recipe) or leftover fresh cranberries. Pour over the egg mixture and press down gently with your hands to soak all exposed panettone.

Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to soak, giving the bread a toss once to make sure every piece of panettone has been given equal opportunity to soak up the liquid. I often leave it in the fridge overnight and make it in the morning as a breakfast dish.

When you are ready to bake, place in a 350 degree F oven for about 35-45 minutes or until set.

Top with confectioners sugar, my Salted Coconut Caramel Sauce and some fresh fruit and get your yoga pants on and indulge!

Panettone Bread Pudding

Serving size: 8-10

Prep time: 1 hour (includes inactive soaking time)

Cook time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 large panettone cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 5 large eggs
• 1.5 cups eggnog (or canned coconut milk)
• 1.5 cups coconut milk (I prefer Silk)
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1.5 tsp vanilla
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• Pinch of nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• Optional additions: 3/4 cup fresh cranberries, 1/4 cup dried golden or sultana raisins, 1/2 cup chocolate chunks
• Salted Coconut Caramel Sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the panettone cubes in a single layer and dry out in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until fully dry. Cool completely.
3. While the panettone is in the oven, make the egg mixture. Lightly beat the eggs in a large bowl. Add the eggnog, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Whisk to combine.
4. Evenly spread the panettone cubes into a 9 x 13 inch oven-safe baking dish. Distribute your preferred toppings over the cubes and then pour over the egg mixture, pressing down lightly to help the panettone soak up the liquid. Cover with plastic wrap and put in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or overnight, pressing down once or twice throughout.
5. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
6. Remove the plastic wrap and place the bread pudding into the oven. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the pudding has fully set. Cool for 5 minutes in the dish before serving.
7. Top with confectioners sugar, fresh fruit and caramel sauce.

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