Gluten-Free Ice Cream Sandwiches: all the nostalgia and flavor of a classic ice cream sandwich, without gluten. These cookie sandwiches are an allergy-friendly, dairy-free, and vegan way to enjoy a cool summer treat everyone can share. This post is sponsored by Nature’s Charm. All text and opinions are my own. Why You’ll Love Gluten-Free Ice … Read more

Curious about watercolor painting? It doesn’t have to be intimidating—these watercolor hacks for beginners will help you get started and improve quickly. If you’ve recently discovered watercolors, welcome! Whether you want basic guidance or simple tricks to elevate your work, the ideas below are practical and easy to try. Here are ten useful hacks to … Read more

Jump to Recipe These marbled sugar cookies are classic cut-out cookies flavored with fragrant vanilla bean and finished with a simple, customizable vanilla glaze. The glaze comes together quickly and the marbled effect can be adjusted to any colors you like. They’re easy to make and impressive to serve. Easy cut out sugar cookies Finding … Read more

Start your day with a vitamin-packed & antioxidant-rich smoothie bowl! Smoothie bowls are thicker, more substantial versions of smoothies that you eat from a bowl instead of sipping. They’re typically thickened with frozen fruit and milk or yogurt, then finished with fresh fruit and something crunchy like granola, seeds, or nuts. If you have a … Read more

A classic cheese ball makes an ideal appetizer for parties, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. This simple recipe is full of flavor and takes about 10 minutes to prepare. It keeps well, so you can make it ahead of time, and there are several easy variations to add extra flair. Tips and Tricks for this Easy … Read more

For years, British cookbook authors kept mentioning winter tarts, pavlovas and other desserts made with “forced rhubarb,” and I longed to try it. For example, Nigella Lawson, in How To Be a Domestic Goddess (page 107, “Rhubarb Tart”), writes, “This is perfect for January, when the new season’s forced rhubarb is just in, rosy and … Read more

This vegan bean soup is my spicy take on a classic Tuscan escarole-and-bean soup. The heat level depends on the peppers you choose: remove seeds for milder flavor or leave some for more kick. Besides their flavor, hot peppers contain capsaicin, which research shows can have anti-inflammatory effects and support healthy insulin sensitivity and blood … Read more

Strawberry sorbet is incredibly simple to make with the Ninja Creami. This recipe uses just three ingredients and yields a bright, refreshing sorbet that’s perfect for hot summer days. I love ice cream, but I often pick sorbet when the weather heats up. The pure fruit flavor feels especially cold and refreshing on sweltering days. … Read more

There are three things in life no one should be denied: love, happiness and chocolate. As we become more mindful and try to balance our enjoyment of food with ethical choices, simple creativity and a little love for cooking make it easy to recreate favorites to suit our values and cravings. This vegan chocolate ice … Read more

White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies are chewy, buttery sugar cookies studded with crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips — a festive and easy recipe perfect for holiday baking. Why You’ll Love Them Balanced texture. A tender, chewy cookie base with the crunch of crushed candy canes creates a delightful contrast in every bite. Great … Read more