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Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

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Cookie Dough Overnight Oats made creamy with cashew butter, vegan yogurt, and chocolate chips. Perfect for meal prep breakfast!

Cookie Dough Overnight Oats served in mason jars on white circle topped with granola and dark chocolate chips

Hello 2025!

It’s been a second since I sat down and wrote a blog post, so let’s see if I remember how to do this. 

Forgive me if I ramble and grumble a little but I promise we will get to a recipe at the end of all of this, ok?

POV: January is a strange month. 

I personally feel a lot of contradictory feelings and energy; anyone else?

On the one hand, there’s this dizzying forward momentum. 

The increase of newcomers at the climbing gym, the annual goal setting we’re witness to via social media, the marketing campaigns promising, “New year, new you.”

On the other hand, there’s an unsettling quietness after a hustling holiday season. 

And maybe instead of goal setting, go getting, and planning all out 2025 vacations, maybe we just want to take a nap. 

Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m still very much into the intention setting world. 

I indulged in a cozy journaling session to think back on 2024, the good, the bad, and everything in between. 

And then followed that session with another to look forward into 2025; to dream, manifest, and cultivate. 

Every year I choose a word of the year; something that sums up the goals I’m trying my hardest to make a reality.

Usually it’s also a word that I choose a little based on feeling, because if it’s the “right” word, I feel a tugging in my gut when I read it out loud. 

This year’s word that gave me butterflies, is SPACE. 

The word might have an entirely different connotation to you than it does for me, and that’s OK! 

For me, it encompasses a feeling of mental expansion, a physical move (that we anticipate making later this year), and a allowance of physical presence.

I’m working on creating this idea and mantra of space slowly but surely.

Kind of like easing back into recipe creation when it felt right. 

(I did promise you that this prologue would lead to something yummy, didn’t I?!)

I want to kick off our 2025 recipe calendar with something easy, accessible, and delicious. 

These Cookie Dough Overnight Oats have been fueling my busy mornings and I’m excited to share them with you. 

They’re made super creamy and cookie-licious with cashew butter, vegan yogurt, and dark chocolate chips. 

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15 Best Bliss Balls

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15 Best Bliss Balls made with simple plant-based ingredients so you aways have a bite-sized snack on hand. Mix and match for meal prep!

POV: What exactly is a “bliss ball” anyway, and why do I have so many on my website?!

I can’t take credit for the term “bliss ball”, but I think it was a popular way to describe bite sized snacks around the time I started to share recipes on the Internet.

Think energy balls, energy bites, protein balls, etc., etc. 

There was also the era of the “fat ball” around 2018…IYKYK.

Over the years, I amassed quite a collection of my favorite bite-sized balls. 

Seasonal varieties, lazy no blender balls (my favorite), and balls with hidden veg. 

We’ve got grain-free balls, oat-y balls, and even nut-free balls. 

Basically, there’s a bite for everyone and for everyone’s pantry. 

So I thought it would be nice to share this collection of all of my spherical favorites in one place. 

Especially now, in January, when healthy snacking is something I’m consciously working on. 

Because a homemade ball eaten mindfully is most certainly more satisfying than mindlessly grabbing granola. 

These 15 Best Bliss Balls are made with simple plant-based ingredients so you aways have a bite-sized snack on hand. 

Let’s have a ball! 

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Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff

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Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff made with your favorite pasta and dried mushrooms in a creamy cashew based sauce. Serve with fresh herbs!

Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff served in bowls topped with parsley with forks and blue and white striped towel on wooden board

The days are flying by! 

Each morning I change the advent calendar number in disbelief, truly baffled by where the time goes. 

It goes to unhurried dog training, hurried walks before early sunset, teaching yoga class prep, and hand writing Christmas cards. 

And it goes to baking Christmas cookies, dreaming of 2025, applying buckets of moisturizer, and bundling and unbundling myself in layers of clothes. 

It also goes to holiday parties, cups of light roast coffee on the couch, watching Christmas Hallmark movies, and playing Christmas music on a loop until it annoys me. 

The time goes to making too many social plans and then cancelling them, returning Amazon packages, replacing dead car batteries, and drinking ruby red wine.  

Some also goes to reading my Kindle, moving my body every day, watering dehydrated plant babies, and rewatching all 8 seasons of House with M. 

One thing is certain: the time goes. 

With not many days left in 2024, I’m committing to eating cozy comforting meals for the remainder of the year. 

Are you in? 

Sure, I love a good holiday cookie as much as the rest, but I wanted to leave you with something hearty, cozy, and satisfying. 

Something that will curb your appetite until 2025, so to speak. 

This is our last recipe of 2024, and it’s Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff. 

This Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff is made with your favorite pasta and dried mushrooms in a creamy cashew based sauce. 

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SunButter & Jelly Thumbprint Cookies

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SunButter & Jelly Thumbprint Cookies made with Organic SunButter and your favorite no-sugar-added jam. The perfect holiday cookie!

SunButter & Jelly Thumbprint Cookies served on white plate with jar of jelly and spoon of SunButter

I’m just going to come out and say it: the end of this year has felt like a slog for me. 

Anyone else? 

I’m tired, I’m cranky, and I feel like the only thing that sounds interesting to me at the moment is a one-way ticket to the Bahamas. 

Maybe it’s the shorter daylight, maybe it’s surviving the most wonderful time of the year as a new dog mom, or maybe it’s the extreme cold we’ve had this December.

Whatever *it* is that has me staring at blank pages with blinking cursors and cursing the creative slump I’ve fallen into, needs to go. 

Regardless of the cause, I’m actively trying to take it easy on myself. 

Because baby it’s freakin’ cold outside, because it’s the holidays, because I’m moving into 2025 without those nuisance negative beliefs. 

That being said, whether you’re crushing the last few weeks of 2024 or cruising like I am, I think we all deserve a cookie.

These SunButter & Jelly Thumbprint Cookies are made with Organic SunButter and your favorite no-sugar-added jam.

They’re the epitome of the perfect holiday cookie made with lots of SunButter, jam, and love. 

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Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies with oat and almond flour and dark chocolate chips. The perfect classic vegan cookie for any occasion!

Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies stacked on two plates with scattered chocolate chips and glass of almond milk behind

It’s cookieeeeeee season, friends! 

Just this week, I have three batches of cookies on the menu for three respective holiday events. 

And pretty much every gathering this time of year requires cookies, am I right? 

Today, I’m sharing with you a classic chocolate chip cookie with an un-classic vegan and gluten-free twist. 

I first made these cookies for “Cousinsgiving” last weekend when we celebrated with my cousin, her husband, and their (now toddler!) daughter. 

They were the perfect chocolate studded dessert after a beautiful spread of Vegan Zoodle Carbonara, cranberry sauce, delicata squash, and green beans. 

I love that these cookies are easy to mix up in one bowl, making them a go-to recipe for last minute cookie exchanges.

You know, for the times you find out the night before (or the day of!) that you need cookies for an event. 

Have no fear, these Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies are here. 

They’re made with the perfect mix of oat and almond flour and lots of dark chocolate chips.

This perfect classic vegan cookie also happens to be packed with fiber, plant-based protein, and healthy fats. 

Not that we need to worry about the perfect nutrition label this time of year (or ever), but now you know! 

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1-Bowl Blondies

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1-Bowl Blondies with oat and almond flour sweetened with pure maple syrup. Top with Endangered Species 60% Dark Chocolate Baking Chips!

1-Bowl Blondies served in white plate with dark chocolate chips and knife

Thanksgiving came and went and now the world is hustling and bustling in a holiday craze. 

I actually finished my holiday shopping early this year because I was overeager to buy gifts in October and November.

This feels like a major flex now, because I have more time for writing my Christmas cards and…baking. 

Friends, ’tis the season for baking. 

Baking all things, but mostly sweet things. 

I’m excited to share my first December baked good with you.

I had my oven on every day last week working on different variations of blondies. 

What I’m sharing with you today is my favorite; sweet, chewy, and chocolate studded goodness.

These 1-Bowl Blondies are made with oat and almond flour sweetened with pure maple syrup.

Top them with Endangered Species 60% Dark Chocolate Baking Chips and don’t forget to measure chocolate chips with your soul. 

Make a pan of these vegan and gluten-free blondies for you and yours!

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Vegan Morning Glory Muffins

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Vegan Morning Glory Muffins made with shredded carrots, dried fruit, nuts, and Organic SunButter. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack!

Vegan Morning Glory Muffins served on blue plate with carrots and banana on the side

After daylight savings time told us to “fall back” (thanks, daylight savings!) I’ve been trying to use that extra hour to get an hour ahead…on life.

It feels like a cheat, doesn’t it? 

Without missing a wink of sleep, I’m suddenly back to being a 6 AM-riser, something I haven’t been able to accomplish before we brought Flora home. 

The past few months, I fell into an easy routine as a new dog mom of sleeping as long as Flora would let me, only getting up to her insistent barks at my side of the bed. 

But this week, I’m back, baby. 

I’m back to my early morning Pilates + strength workouts before breakfast.

Back to eating a protein-packed breakfast after said workout ends. 

I’m also back to starting my entrepreneurial workday at a time I wouldn’t be embarrassed to share with you. 

It’s funny how a singular hour can make that much of a difference in the day, isn’t it?

This hour gave me confidence, focus, and self back. 

So, now the hard part…I need to hold onto that hour for dear life and not slip back into old patterns. 

M and I just started rewatching the series “House”, and I know it would be all too easy to binge a few episodes and lose traction. 

OR stay up all night reading this month’s bookclub book, a historical mystery that I cannot put down! 

I also feel great because I’ve been enjoying these Vegan Morning Glory Muffins as a nutritious midmorning snack. 

These Vegan Morning Glory Muffins are made with shredded carrots, dried fruit, nuts, and Organic SunButter.

They’re perfect for a quick breakfast or snack and would be lovely to bake for family for the upcoming holidays! 

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8 Vegan Holiday Pies

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8 Vegan Holiday Pies that are made with plant-based and gluten-free ingredients. Perfect to make for any winter holiday celebration!

vegan chocolate pie on plate with forkful

Are you a pie person or a cake person? 

When I was growing up, I didn’t understand why I had to have cake and not pie for my birthday. 

I was certain that a candle stuck into a fruity pie with a buttery crust would be far better than it’s cake-y rival. 

I’ve never actually done the pie for my birthday thing, so I’m very glad that it’s pie season again! 

Sure, we can eat pie all year round, but there’s something about Fall that really makes me want to extract my pie pan from the cabinets. 

That’s why I’m sharing these 8 Vegan Holiday Pies with you today. 

They’re perfect to make for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, or whatever wintry holidays you celebrate. 

I included pie bars and full pies so you can pick your level of commitment to the pie-making process.

I find pie “bars” a little more accessible and less intimidating, so they’re a fantastic low-effort option.

However, I promise you that all of these recipes are made with simple ingredients and not *too* many steps.

Bookmark this post and come back to it whenever you need a why to make pie. 

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Sweet Potato Pie Baked Oatmeal

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Sweet Potato Pie Baked Oatmeal made with sweet potato, pumpkin pie spice, and candied pecans. Perfect for a fall meal prep breakfast!

Sweet Potato Pie Baked Oatmeal served in casserole dish with pie server with pecans and oats

Last week I signed up for a 10K run on Thanksgiving Day!

If you’ve been around here a while, you know that I’ve been a runner for over a decade now.

I come and go with the sport, inspired by the seasons and the weather and what races I have on the calendar. 

My longest run was a full marathon I did back in 2022, but these days I’m more of a short distance girlie. 

When I lace up my runners and hit the pavement now, 3 miles feels tough; forget about 26.2! 

But if you know me you know I’m a goal oriented person, and I love having something to work towards and train towards. 

I’m in a season of life where dog training is keeping me busy, but making time for personal goals hits differently. 

So I hit the “purchase” button when I was all fired up about running and excited to enjoy the fall weather. 

Now, I’m feeling slightly sick knowing that this run (and Thanksgiving!) is a short few weeks away. 

If there’s one thing I am good at, though, it’s sticking to a training schedule. 

Well, and making new variations of baked oats to enjoy. 

I’m counting on these Sweet Potato Pie Baked Oatmeal to keep me fueled this fall as I get back on track with running again! 

This dish is made with mashed sweet potato, pumpkin pie spice, and candied pecans.

It’s the perfect energizing fall meal prep breakfast to support your lifestyle with complex carbs, protein, and healthy fats. 

And, it would be a fabulous Thanksgiving breakfast for the whole family!

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Vegan Chili Mac

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Vegan Chili Mac made with two kinds of beans, your favorite noodles, and vegetables. This chunky chili is great to make for fall meal prep.

Vegan Chili Mac served on wooden board with vegan cheese, yogurt, and green onion

Growing up, my mom *always* added macaroni noodles to the chili she made. 

I loved the way the velvety noodles complimented buttery beans and veg in a flavorful tomato broth. 

It’s something I didn’t see a lot in the chilis I made, ordered, and shared later in life.

So, since it’s soup, stew, and chili season, friends, I’m here to bring you my latest favorite combination of Chili + Mac. 

I’m excited to share my first recipe in a bowl this Fall with you, this Vegan Chili Mac.

When I first mentioned the concept of noodles in chili to M, he looked mildly confused. 

It could be said that we at F&V love thick chunky chilis in this house, so this Vegan Chili Mac didn’t disappoint. 

This Vegan Chili Mac is made with two kinds of beans, your favorite noodles, and vegetables.

It’s super versatile so you can add your favorites and leave the rest. 

This chunky chili is great to make for fall meal prep and reheat with all of your favorite toppings!

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I’m *obsessed* with these Lemon Cashew Chia Seed I’m *obsessed* with these Lemon Cashew Chia Seed Muffins and once you see the ingredient list, you will be too! 🍋 🥧

Here’s what’s inside:
✔️chia seeds
✔️unsweetened almond milk 
✔️superfine almond flour 
✔️maple syrup
✔️lemon zest
✔️lemon juice
✔️cashew butter

That’s it! Perfect for a vegan and gluten-free snack! For the full recipe, click the link in my profile and then this image. 

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WTMTW! ✨ This week in our Sunday meal planning e WTMTW! ✨ This week in our Sunday meal planning email series, I talked about my “fridge fasts” and how I’m using up what I have on hand in easy recipes to reduce waste and increase creativity! 💪 Swipe through the see the line up. 

Here’s what recipes smiles at me this week:
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✔️ SunButter & Jelly Bliss Balls
✔️ Kale Caesar Salad with Avocado Dressing
✔️ Mediterranean Quinoa Bake 
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Need an oat refresh?! Chocolate Stovetop Oats made Need an oat refresh?! Chocolate Stovetop Oats made with simple ingredients for a cozy breakfast ready in 10 minutes. Consider adding this to your meal plan for the week ahead! 🍫

For the full recipe, visit floraandvino.com and search “chocolate oats” or google search “flora & vino chocolate oats”. 

Add your own toppings!!! 

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#ad// {NEW!} When everything else feels hard, this #ad// {NEW!} When everything else feels hard, this Thai Carrot Sweet Potato Soup feels easy. 🥕🍠🥣 It also tastes amazing and every warm spoonful is like a comforting embrace. This Thai Carrot Sweet Potato Soup is made on the stovetop with root vegetables and yellow curry paste blended with a spoonful of nut butter. I used a standing blender but you can also use an immersion blender to achieve the creamiest consistency.

I love topping my soup with cilantro, @edenfoods Tamari Roasted Almonds, and @edenfoods Hot Pepper Sesame Oil. 

@edenfoods Tamari Roasted Almonds are infrared roasted organic almonds with complimentary organic tamari soy sauce. They’re a delicious snack packed with protein and fiber. You can enjoy them on their own, added to trail mix, on salads and bowls, or…on soup! 
 
@edenfoods Hot Pepper Sesame Oil is a delicious unrefined expeller pressed toasted sesame oil that is infused with hot red chili peppers. Friends, this stuff is HOT! Just a *drop* adds a big kick to your dressings, marinades, stir-fries, etc. If you have a wild side, add a drop or two to your soup bowl for a little extra heat! 

Feel free to add your favorites, like roasted chickpeas, green onion, and sesame seeds.

To grab the recipe, click the link in my profile and then this image. 

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M and I have plans to visit True Food Kitchen this M and I have plans to visit True Food Kitchen this week for V-Day and it reminded me of this Harissa Toasted Cauliflower I made inspired by their menu item. Whether you love TFK as much as I do, you’re going to be obsessed with my version of this cauliflower! It’s baked and then coated in a tahini sauce and topped with fresh herbs, cranberries, and hazelnuts. Enjoy it as an appetizer or side! Cozy and delicious all year round. 

For all of the recipe details, click the link in my profile and then this image! 

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Vegan COSMIC Brownies. These plant-based cosmic br Vegan COSMIC Brownies. These plant-based cosmic brownies are made with almond flour and sweetened with coconut sugar. Top them with Chocolate @sunbutter and sprinkles for a fun dessert! 🎉

Here’s what you need:
✔️ ground flaxseed
✔️ unrefined coconut sugar 
✔️ unsweetened almond milk
✔️ @sunbutter 
✔️ almond flour
✔️ raw cacao powder
✔️ dairy free dark chocolate chips 
✔️ chocolate @sunbutter 
✔️ Sprinkles!!!

That’s it! For the full recipe, visit www.floraandvino.com and search “cosmic brownies”. Enjoy!!!

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{NEW!} Happy V-Day! ❤️💋😘 Need a quick da {NEW!} Happy V-Day! ❤️💋😘 Need a quick date night dinner in idea?! Make this Creamy Vegan 1-Pot Pasta. You make it 1-pot in less than 10 minutes. 🍝 

Here’s what you need: 
✔️ pasta (I used @chickapeapasta)
✔️ almond milk 
✔️ nutritional yeast
✔️ marinara sauce
✔️ fresh basil 

That’s it! 

For the full recipe, click the link in my profile and then this image. Let me know what you think! 

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My personal favorite vegan truffles are these Caca My personal favorite vegan truffles are these Cacao Dusted Dark Chocolate Truffles. 🍫 They’re *so* easy to make with dark chocolate, coconut milk, and a light cacao powder finish. Perfect for a simple decadent treat or to gift to someone special! 😉

For the recipe, click the link in my profile and then this image. Enjoy!

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