Author Archives: Kristy Chong

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Vegan Cinnamon Raisin Cream Cheese This simple vegan cream cheese recipe could just change your life! This tofu based cream cheese spread is stuffed is wholesome, naturally sweetened and creamy. It is made with ingredients that will make you feel full and feel great. When I first made this recipe, I was shocked as to just how good it was.

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By KRISTY CHONG Chai Tea-Spiced White Russians These colder evenings call for another autumn-inspired cocktail. This will be the coziest drink to sip with a side of s’mores! Chai-spiced tea is one of my favorite flavors to enjoy all year around. This modern twist on a classic white Russian cocktail is the perfect drink to spice up this festive sipper.

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By KRISTY CHONG Five Ingredient Vegan Caramel Sauce Made with only five ingredients, this caramel sauce is smooth, buttery and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, without the excess sugar, butter or heavy cream. This caramel sauce has a coconut cream base, sweetened with coconut sugar, and thickened with cornstarch and a spoonful of nut butter. Surprisingly, the spoonful of nut butter added at

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By KRISTY CHONG Sweet Potato Deviled Eggs A fall spin on a summer BBQ favorite, these sweet potato deviled eggs are the perfect appetizer to add to your cozy night in. The addition of mashed sweet potato and chipotle mayo give a creamy, slightly sweet and smoky kick to this classic dish. The other day, we were invited to my

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By KRISTY CHONG Vegan Queso Queso is one of those foods that I can never resist. The golden goodness is so addictive, delicious and such a crowd pleaser! Although I could easily eat a pile of chips and queso without even thinking about it, my stomach isn’t always the biggest fan of all that dairy to digest. Behold … a

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By KRISTY CHONG Pear Ricotta Tart with Candied Walnuts This recipe is one of my favorite ways to kick off fall baking. It’s a simple, not-so-sweet, slightly savory tart that has a coconut oil crust base with a rich ricotta filling and is topped with crunchy candied walnuts. I recently served this tart when we had my parents over for

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  By KRISTY CHONG Healthy Peanut Butter Cups This recipe is the perfect dish to serve after dinner or to have as a sweet after-school snack. It is easy to prep, make and store! If you don’t already know, I am peanut butter obsessed. Actually any nut butter OBSESSED. So don’t be surprised if you find a bunch of recipes

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By KRISTY CHONG Maple Bourbon Apple Crisp This twist on a classic favorite, this healthier apple crisp is made from wholesome ingredients, vegan and gluten-free! Crisps are so simple, yet so delicious. They’re basically the more affluent dump cake with a satisfying crunchy layer that holds all the warm syrupy goodness below altogether. I recently visited Zimmerman Farm in Bethel,

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By KRISTY CHONG No-Bake Energy Bites These no bake energy bites are so good and so good for you. They are filled with hearty oats, naturally sweetened dried fruit, protein filled hemp seeds, decadent chocolate chips and come together with some sticky almond butter. This is a healthy satisfying treat done in less than 10 minutes. How to Make Energy

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By KRISTY CHONG Avocado White Cheddar Mac and Cheese A lightened up version of a comfort food favorite, this mac and cheese flaunts all the full flavor and creaminess of the OG dish, but is more nutritious. subbing avocado for the milk and butter. I have family members who are lactose intolerant who I love cooking for. One of the

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