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    COOKIES N CREAM PANCAKES
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Aug 27, 2020
    • 2 min

    COOKIES N CREAM PANCAKES

    The ice cream festivities must come to an end and I am ending it off on a light note. No pun intended. Light and fluffy pancakes without any egg, milk or butter insight. Cookies and cream is such a classic combination. So it was no surprise that my whole family loved this flavour. Creamy, smooth and velvety ice cream mixed with crunchy, chocolaty and sweet biscuits. I mean… a match made in heaven. I was really confused for a good minute what to make with this ice cream, becau
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    PINEAPPLE PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Aug 24, 2020
    • 2 min

    PINEAPPLE PROTEIN SMOOTHIE

    Who says that ice cream is for milkshakes and cold summer desserts? Well, not me… I have created some fun, new and exciting recipes that incorporate this velvety, creamy and oh so yummy frozen treat. Before we get stuck into this delicious recipe I would like to thank Virtue Ice Cream for collaborating with me on this blog post and of course for the incredibly tasty ice cream. I will be using Virtue Ice Cream throughout the week to create these awesome recipes. To start the i
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    DOUBLE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BARS
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Jul 31, 2020
    • 2 min

    DOUBLE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BARS

    These no bake double chocolate peanut bars are simple and can be prepared in about 15 minutes. The perfect easy dessert, snack or cheeky breakfast for chocolate peanut lovers. I can't even being to put it in words my love for chocolate and peanuts. So, I decided to make thick, rich and decadent chocolate peanut bars to satisfy my love and cravings for these two fantastic ingredients. I have definitely out done myself with this bars. They are super delicious, crunchy but also
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    APPLE PIE SQUARES
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Jun 20, 2020
    • 2 min

    APPLE PIE SQUARES

    To complete this Father's Day dinner, I have made my dad's favourite dessert. Apple pie! However, I have made my apple pie into squares for a fun twist on a classic dessert. Made with a biscuit crust, homemade applesauce filling and a crunch topping. These apple pie squares are just as delicious as a classic apple pie. Serve these sweet and spicy apple pie squares with warm custard, yoghurt or smooth and creamy ice cream. One bite of this dessert and you will wonder why you d
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    HEALTHY VEGAN CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • May 7, 2020
    • 2 min

    HEALTHY VEGAN CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

    This healthy vegan chocolate mousse is rich, silky and decedent. You would never know that it is healthy, vegan and guilt-free. When was the last time you enjoyed a delicious, decedent and rich dessert without feeling somewhat guilty? Will that is all about to change, with this amazing chocolate mousse. It will blow your mind and your taste buds away. Enjoy this yummy dessert with your mother on mother's day, as part of my two course dinner that you can preparing for your m
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    CHOCOLATE CHICKPEA CAKE
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Mar 13, 2020
    • 2 min

    CHOCOLATE CHICKPEA CAKE

    A healthy chocolate cake that taste so incredibly decadent, that you will never believe it is healthy. The main ingredient in this healthy chocolate cake is chickpeas. Yes I said it, chickpeas, I promise you will not be able to taste the chickpeas in the cake. This secret ingredient makes the cake super moist and rich. No one,not even my family could tell that the cake is made out of chickpeas instead of flour. This is because it tastes that good. The best part of this cake b
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    VERY BERRY VEGAN CAKE
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Feb 14, 2020
    • 2 min

    VERY BERRY VEGAN CAKE

    Who can resist a beautiful heart shaped cake for Valentine's Day? Make this super simple cake for those you love to show them how much you love them. Nothing says Valentine's Day like a bright pink cake that is shaped like a heart. This cake is a sweet way to show your love to your loved ones or that special someone. You don't have to be an expert baker to create this cake, the recipe is simple, easy and taste amazing. Very berry vegan cake Preparation time: 20 minutes Cookin
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    VEGAN VANILLA ICE CREAM
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Feb 12, 2020
    • 1 min

    VEGAN VANILLA ICE CREAM

    I scream, you scream, we all scream vegan vanilla ice cream. This is a super easy vegan vanilla ice cream that is a mix between a refreshing sorbet and a creamy rich ice cream. This delicious dessert is refreshing, yet still light without the heaviness and sickly sweetness of store bought ice creams. Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 0 minutes Makes: 750ml Ingredients 1 cup/ 250ml non-dairy cream ¼ cup granulated sweetener of choice 2 cup/ 500m
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    APPLE AND CARROT MUFFINS
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Nov 18, 2019
    • 2 min

    APPLE AND CARROT MUFFINS

    Moist, tasty and nutritious apple and carrot muffins that you don't need to think twice before eating. Two staple foods that I all ways have in my fridge are apple and carrots. I thought it would be a great idea to combine these two ingredients to make delicious muffins that you can enjoy for breakfast or as a snack. To amp up the yumminess of this muffins, I have created a nut butter frosting that is to die for! APPLE AND CARROT MUFFINS Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking t
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    BLACK BEAN CAKE WITH AVOCADO FROSTING
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Sep 30, 2019
    • 2 min

    BLACK BEAN CAKE WITH AVOCADO FROSTING

    A heavenly black bean chocolate cake that is generously coated with a smooth and creamy chocolate avocado mousse frosting. I love chocolate cake but sometimes I don't have time to measure out tons of ingredients. I have found a simple, quick and healthy(ish) solution to my problem that will hopefully help you out too. I use premix chocolate cake or muffin mix, instead of adding in loads of oil and full cream milk I add in black beans, eggs, coffee and vanilla. Just like that
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    LEMON COCONUT SQUARES
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Aug 22, 2019
    • 2 min

    LEMON COCONUT SQUARES

    Tangy, creamy and refreshing, these lemon squares truly taste like a ray of sunshine. Besides being super healthy they are also vegan. These squares can be enjoyed as a refreshing snack or as a tart dessert. Spring is almost upon us and it is time to clear the pantry, cupboards and refrigerator of all the winter goodies. If you are like me and bulk up on citrus fruits in winter, then you must have a load of lemons lying around. Why not use some of them in this healthy and t
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    FLOP PROOF ROTI WITH BANANA
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Aug 15, 2019
    • 2 min

    FLOP PROOF ROTI WITH BANANA

    Roti is a quick and simple round flat bread that only takes a few minutes to whip up. I have created a flop proof recipe, for soft, delectable and delicious roti's. Roti is a traditional Indian bread that is made out of stone ground whole wheat flour. The flour is combined with water and salt to make a soft dough. The dough is divided into small balls, the balls are flattened and cook on a cast iron pan for 2-3 minutes on each side. Other countries that make and eat roti are:
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    RAW PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIE
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Aug 9, 2019
    • 1 min

    RAW PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIE

    Happy women's day South Africa. To celebrate I am sharing an easy and delicious no bake chocolate peanut butter brownie. These brownies are entirely raw and are made with 4 ingredients. They are super fudgy, chewy and rich. This recipe comes together in under 15 minutes. The good news is that these brownies are super healthy, only 190 calories per serving. So, they are definitely a guilt-free snack or dessert. I recommend having your brownie with a cup of coffee or tea. Tru
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    RAISIN AND CHOCOLATE OATS BISCUITS
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Jul 27, 2019
    • 2 min

    RAISIN AND CHOCOLATE OATS BISCUITS

    Home baked biscuits are truly irresistible, whether they are US-style soft chewy cookies or crisp buttery biscuits. They all taste amazing! This recipe for raisin and chocolate oats biscuits is low in sugar and is filled with healthy wholesome ingredients. This biscuit recipe is adapted from my all time favourite cook book series, My favourite recipes: Little cakes & cookies. If you have not heard of the book series, it is a collection of books whereby each book has a theme.
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    SWEET POTATO ICE CREAM
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • May 31, 2019
    • 2 min

    SWEET POTATO ICE CREAM

    A sweet, creamy and decadent ice cream, which is vegan and paleo friendly. This frozen dessert is made in a blender, so you can be sure that this is a super easy recipe to make. I am definitely one of those people who enjoy eating ice cream in winter. This sweet potato ice cream is perfect for that winter craving, it is quick and easy to make, plus it is cheaper, healthier and more delicious than shop bought ice creams. This is a guilt free ice cream that will keep you full a
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    RUBY ORANGE CAKE
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Apr 26, 2019
    • 2 min

    RUBY ORANGE CAKE

    I am ending off the tea party with a vivacious ruby red orange cake, infused with Five Roses ruby orange tea. This cake will pair well with any cup of tea, any time of the day. I don’t know what it is about freshly baked cake that makes me so excited. It must be the gorgeous aromas released from the cake that fill the whole house up and if you can wait long enough until the cake has completely cooled, having a slice of freshly baked cake can make any one excited (well I belie
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    PEACH AND APRICOT OATS ICE CREAM
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Apr 24, 2019
    • 3 min

    PEACH AND APRICOT OATS ICE CREAM

    The tea party continues with an oats ice cream that is infused with Five Roses peach and apricot tea. This ice cream is creamy and delicious, but still healthy. This ice cream is a game changer, a sweet creamy dessert that can also double up as a snack or a naughty breakfast. I am so pleased with how it turned out and my family devoured this ice cream. That is how I can tell that I have created a killer recipe. You would never be able to tell that there is oats in the ice cre
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    No Bake Healthy Chocolate Easter Nests
    Yena Mgobhozi
    • Apr 5, 2019
    • 2 min

    No Bake Healthy Chocolate Easter Nests

    Easter is around the corner and for the next 3 weeks I will be posting healthy and affordable Easter recipes. I don't think a celebration is a celebration without chocolate. So, to start off the Easter celebrations I created easy, healthy and affordable chocolate Easter nests that require no baking at all. These healthy no bake chocolate Easter nests are made from 5 ingredients and are ready to eat in 30 minutes. They are honestly the perfect treat to celebrate Easter. You
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