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No Bake Tahini Infused Chocolate Black Sesame Tarts!

February 13, 2018April 16, 2018 - Elinor Leave a comment
tahini infused chocolate black sesame tarts

Lately I’ve been trying to incorporate more black sesame seeds into my diet because of all its health benefits. But the other day while I was going through my pantry, I noticed I had seriously overstocked, so I started thinking of other ways I could eat them. It was one of those days where IRead more

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Valentine’s Day Chocolate Dessert For Two – Vegan!

January 30, 2018January 30, 2018 - Elinor 7 Comments
chocolate dessert

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and whether you celebrate it or simply want an excuse to indulge in some chocolate, strawberry goodness, this vegan chocolate dessert is just the treat for you! This chocolate dessert is filled with freshly chopped strawberries, a layer of chocolate sponge cake, and some whipped coffee infused chocolateRead more

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Lightly Toasted Homemade Energy Bars

January 2, 2018January 7, 2018 - Elinor Leave a comment
homemade energy bars

These crunchy and lightly toasted, refined sugar free homemade energy bars were a life saver while I was travelling with my hubby in Japan.

Posted in Breakfast, Goodies, Vegan

Decadent Gluten Free Chocolate Cake – Vegan!

December 5, 2017January 14, 2018 - Elinor 2 Comments

This vegan gluten free chocolate cake is fluffy, very “chocolaty”, and made using my homemade gluten free flour blend. Topped with a decadent, creamy chocolate ganache, chocolate shavings and drizzle, it all sounds very dreamy, and I promise you it is! As I mentioned last week, due to a good friend of my Mother wantingRead more

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Oil Free Date Cookies With Toasted Walnuts!

November 7, 2017January 7, 2018 - Elinor 4 Comments
date cookies

These oil free vegan date cookies are packed with toasted walnuts, and a simple homemade date spread, then baked in the oven for roughly 15 minutes. Now if that isn’t already enough, they are then rolled and sprinkled with just the right amount of coconut sugar and topped with extra walnuts. These hassle free dateRead more

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Vegan Poached Pear Custard Tart – Gluten Free

October 17, 2017January 7, 2018 - Elinor 7 Comments
pear custard tart

Do you ever have those brilliant moments where everything just seems to fall into place? Where you’re on such an inspirational high, you can already picture your final product before you have even begun? Well, that’s what happened to me when I started experimenting on this heavenly vegan poached pear custard tart. It all beganRead more

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Puffed Rice Granola Clusters – Oil Free, Vegan!

October 10, 2017January 7, 2018 - Elinor 2 Comments
puffed rice granola

I want to get you all acquainted with these heavenly, not too sweet puffed rice granola clusters. They’re made up of just 8 ingredients, naturally sweetened and go great with just about anything. Whether you eat them for breakfast, lunch or simply snack on them, like I find myself doing most of the time, thisRead more

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The Best Vegan Maple Cake You Have Ever Tried!

September 12, 2017January 7, 2018 - Elinor 12 Comments
vegan maple cake

With the Jewish New Year just around the corner I thought it wouldn’t seem right if I didn’t post a holiday cake. Since it’s tradition to dip apples in honey and eat a honey cake to symbolize the sweet new year ahead, and given that I don’t eat honey anymore, I was determined to createRead more

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Vegan Mini Mango Cheesecakes!

July 25, 2017January 7, 2018 - Elinor 2 Comments
vegan mini mango cheesecakes

Ever since I made a vegan patisserie cream, I’m finding new delicious treats to make with it. A while back it was my Mini Lemon Cheesecakes that were a huge hit among friends and readers, and today its these adorable vegan mini mango cheesecakes. Now before you get all, “that rose looks too complicated for me,”Read more

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Vegan No Bake Chocolate Slices – Paleo Friendly!

July 11, 2017March 5, 2018 - Elinor 3 Comments
no bake chocolate slice

If you’re in the mood for some chocolate goodness just minus the baking then my no bake chocolate slices are perfect for you! They’re gluten free, refined sugar free, paleo friendly and packed with toasted coconut and almond flakes! They’re freezer friendly, and most importantly they’re not too sweet! So how did I end upRead more

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Hi! I’m Elinor. Creator, Pastry Chef turned healthy, self-taught cook, and more! Welcome to my little corner of the net, Let’s Brighten Up. A healthy vegan food blog that’ll brighten up your eating experiences, views on food, and refined sugar free baking!

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