This zesty Lemon Coconut Slice is a delicious, very easy to make, low sugar lunchbox treat or snack. With simple steps, this is a good one to get the children involved in. Young children can mix and press the base down, then hold a mixer for the Lemon Buttercream. If you are using a Thermomix ... well, let them lick the spoon! Confidence in the kitchen often starts with being allowed to cook for ...
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Banana Rhubarb and Raspberry Slice
This Banana Rhubarb and Raspberry Slice not only looks amazing, it tastes sensational. The sweetness of the ripe bananas paired with the tartness of the rhubarb really is is a match made in heaven. My kids are both back at school as of today and seeing as this Banana Rhubarb and Raspberry Slice is their current favourite snack, it's only fitting that I share it here in the membership. I can't ...
Maple Chai Chia Pudding
This Maple Chai Chia Pudding with Rhubarb and Apple Compote is a delicious and really nourishing start to the day. I love this flavour combination so much. The creamy, earthy chai flavours combined with the acidity of the rhubarb is perfect for the cooler months. If you don't feel like stewing fruit, grated apple and nuts or oranges or raspberries would be lovely too. Health Benefits Rhubarb is a ...
Banana Chocolate Swirl Cake
This Banana Chocolate Swirl Cake uses the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and paired with chocolate and peanut butter, it's a flavour match made in heaven (there's a delicious nut-free version too). This cake not only tastes amazing but looks fabulous with the added marbled effect throughout. Plus, it is super simple and fuss-free to make and has become my go-to when I have over ripe bananas ...
Peach Ginger Coconut Smoothie
Late last year my niece got married in Brisbane and we had the most wonderful weekend with family celebrating. My hubby loves food as much as I do so if we're eating out, he always researches the best places to eat. We figure if we're spending money on eating out, it needs to be well spent. One of a couple of great finds was a Middle Eastern breakfast joint. The food was so amazing we ate there ...
Mango Lime Coconut Chia Pudding
This vegan Mango, Lime, Coconut Chia Pudding is easy to make as a nourishing and delicious breakfast, snack or dessert. It's a great recipe to create for your family during the summer months and I love to make this when I need to use up over ripe mango. The turmeric adds a lovely golden colour as well as it's infamous anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. If you don't ...
Curried Egg (with a healthy twist)
I grew up with curried egg...my nan used to scoop out the yolk, add a little mayo, curry it and then refill the whites. For special occasions she'd pipe them so they looked gorgeous. My kids also love curried egg. They love it in a sandwich with lettuce for lunch or on toast for breakfast. As I'm always exploring ways to increase nourishment, so adding the avocado is my little twist on the ...
Leek, Capsicum and Feta Omelette
I love a tasty omelette and this Leek, Capsicum and Feta Omelette is just that. It's something I make regularly for breakfast (if you chop your vegges the evening before whilst making dinner it is even quicker to whip up in the morning). Or if I need a quick, healthy lunch or lazy dinner, then an omelette it is. My family love this flavour combination and I hope yours do to. Take a ...
Pizza Subs
These Pizza Subs are a really quick and easy to make snack or lunchbox main that my kids absolutely love. I find by adding the toppings to a good quality sourdough, it's more filling than thin pizza bases for my two big kids. However, you can always use these toppings on pita or flat bread bases for a quick, more traditional pizza too. I find the four rolls does them for one afternoon tea and ...
Superfruit Bowl
This Superfruit Bowl is one of my son's creations (based on the bowls he sees on cafes menus in town). He is in the thick of nippers training at the moment (for anyone unfamiliar with nippers, it is a beach-based water skills sport including life-saving training - think yellow and red caps and swimming between the flags on iconic Australian beaches.) He absolutely loves it and because he can't ...
Mango Macadamia Muesli
This Mango Macadamia Muesli is sweetened with pureed fruit which makes for a crispy crunchy granola that my whole family adores. I love having a muesli or granola ready made in my pantry...in fact I'm lost without it. But I also like to mix it up flavour wise and I've realised my kids get over eating the same blend daily. And so this Mango Macadamia Muesli was created! My kids love this blend so ...
Healthy Chocolate Coconut Slice
This is such a yummy old fashioned style Chocolate Slice - it reminds me a lot of the one my nan always made me, only a little healthier. It’s a lovely chocolatey treat to stock your freezer with, so if you have hungry kids at home looking for a snack or need an easy lunchbox filler you'll have this on hand ready to go! Food memories are the best. As a kid I used to bake with my nan every weekend, ...
Carrot Cake Chia Pudding
This Carrot Cake Chia Pudding is an easy and healthy recipe that tastes just like a carrot cake! Have it for breakfast, dessert or a snack. My kids love this before they go to sports training (either first up in the morning or after school). It's great to have in the fridge to grab and go. Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to ...
Mexican Tomato Salsa
This delicious Mexican Tomato Salsa recipe is a fabulous, easy to make staple. With its Mexican flavours, it's lovely served on tortilla chips or as a side to any Mexican fare. When friends drop in Often when friends drop by or I have to get something prepped quickly, I’ll make this Mexican Salsa and Guacamole for a Mexican inspired snack. Forget store bought salsa and guacamole with their awful ...
Lemony Smoked Salmon, Spinach and Caper Quiche
This Lemony Smoked Salmon, Spinach and Caper Quiche is a perfect summer meal because it can be pre-made and is just as delicious cold, as it is it hot. It's a great recipe to take on a picnic or to a bring a plate event. I think this is a flavour match made in heaven and I hope you love it too. Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit many ...
Gingerbread Loaf with Caramel Drizzle
This healthy Gingerbread Loaf with Caramel Drizzle is a low sugar, wholegrain version of the classic catering to various dietary goals. If you love ginger, you'll love this loaf and whilst it's sweet, it's not sickly sweet. Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit many specific dietary requirements. Sticky Gingerbread Loaf ...