This holiday season, make your annual cookie exchange more compassionate. These cinnamon bun cookies from our Forward Food chef, Amy Symington, are not only beautiful and delicious, but they are 100% plant-based!
Cinnamon Bun Cookies
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Plant-Based Recipes
Chocolate Chip Cookies
These plant-based chocolate chip cookies are a crowd-pleaser. This recipe features a medley of ingredients such as non-dairy margarine, karo syrup for sweetness and a flaxseed mixture that acts as an egg substitute. Complemented by a generous helping of dairy-free chocolate chips, these cookies have the perfect balance of chewiness and crispiness.
Chocolate Avocado Pie
Don’t miss out on this decadent chocolate avocado pie. The filling is made with creamy avocado and coconut milk and is contained in a crust made from nuts and dates. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea to finish off your meal!
Pear Bruschetta
Are you looking for a delicious and creative appetizer for your next gathering? Try this simple pear bruschetta, made with creamy almond ricotta and topped with fresh pears, basil and balsamic glaze. We promise that it’ll be a hit!
Maple Roasted Parsnips and Pears
Try this delicious and compassionate recipe for maple roasted parsnips and pears from Forward Food chef, Amy Symington. This is a perfect side dish for your holiday gatherings!
Pumpkin Alfredo
Pasta lovers rejoice! This pumpkin alfredo puts a fall twist on pasta sauce. The best part? You can use this dairy-free alfredo sauce on any kind of pasta you like!
Pumpkin brownies
Looking for the perfect dairy-free dessert for Halloween? These pumpkin brownies are a fall favourite, and for an added bonus, they are egg-free and can be made gluten-free, too! Made with cocoa powder, maple syrup for sweetness and pumpkin puree, this decadent dessert will be sure to please chocolate and fall lovers alike!
Cherry and Chocolate Pavlova
You don’t need eggs, or any animal products, to whip up scrumptious desserts! Try our cherry and chocolate pavlova made using a cruelty-free egg alternative – aquafaba, the juice that is found in a can of chickpeas! This budget-friendly and egg-free dessert costs only 68 cents per serving to make!
Holiday Seitan Roast
Looking for a delicious holiday roast to serve this year? This plant-based recipe combines kidney beans, mushrooms, oats and arrowroot flour to create the perfect centrepiece roast.
Lentil Shepherd’s Pie with Herbed Tamari Gravy
This lentil shepherd’s pie with herbed tamari gravy is a big hit at holiday gatherings which makes it a great plant-based Thanksgiving recipe. Creamy mashed potatoes atop a savoury vegetable and lentil filling — this comfort food is easy to make and sure to please.
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Forward Food
Our Forward Food program offers a wealth of information and resources for individuals and families who want to add more plant-based foods to their diets.
Plant-Based Transition Tips
Choosing plant-based foods is a compassionate choice for animals, the environment and your health.