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Cozy up with this delicious vegan drink after a cold winter day. Using rich dark chocolate and creamy almond milk, you can enjoy every bit of the classic taste you know from childhood. I add just a touch of peppermint extract to give it that minty holiday flavor, but you could easily substitute vanilla extract for a more subtle taste if you’re not a fan of mint. Either way, be sure to top it all off with a few vegan marshmallows or some coconut whipped cream for the full effect!

Vegan Hot Cocoa Recipe

*Serves one

It’s officially the holiday season, and that means cookies! Try this simple sugar cookie recipe for a full day of frosting and decorating with friends and family. The options are endless: fun shapes, colorful sprinkles and flavorful frostings are just a few of the many ideas to explore! 

Vegan Sugar Cookies

*Makes about 20 cookies

Supplies

1 Large Cookie Sheet

Ingredients

1 cup Vegan Butter (softened)

¾ cup White Sugar

1 Tablespoon White Vinegar

Vegan Thanksgiving Series: Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms & Pumpkin Pasta Entrees

In the first and second part of this series, I shared my favorite vegan appetizer and side recipes to make up a delicious Thanksgiving meal.

Throughout my travels, I have easily learned that flying across multiple time zones in a short period of time causes what we have termed "jet lag." It's not so hard to recognize whether you're having jet lag or not; there are quite a few well-known symptoms which include fatigue, anxiety, headache, irritability, and insomnia. For frequent fliers, these symptoms might as well be their buddies throughout the trip.

There is nothing quite like Pumpkin Pie; the rich earthiness of the pumpkin, the complex spices and the flaky crust are all classic elements that come together to create this delicious dessert. The almond milk adds some creaminess and the corn starch substitutes for eggs, giving the pie filling a thick consistency. I suggest topping your slice of vegan pumpkin pie with some whipped coconut cream for the full effect!

Vegan Pumpkin Pie

Yields One Pie

Ingredients:

1 can Pumpkin Puree (15 ounces)

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Vegan Pie Crust

*Yields 2 crusts

Treat yourself or some party guests to a homemade vegan pie (or two) this season. With the holidays in sight, colder weather is the perfect excuse to stay inside and bake! Whether you prefer the classic apple pie, a fruity berry blend, or creamy key lime, the options for delicious vegan pie fillings are endless. Pro tip: to achieve the creaminess of key lime, or zest up your pumpkin pie, try adding some silken tofu to the filling!

Ingredients:

2 cups Flour

¼ teaspoon Salt