Happy Valentine’s Day, lovely friends!

If you’re looking for easy and healthy recipes to celebrate Valentine’s Day and shower some love on your special someone, sprinkle some affection on those near and dear to you, or perhaps treat yourself to some self-love with some delightful sweet treats, I have some amazing recipes for you!

These 5 irresistible recipes are perfect for impressing and expressing your love and appreciation to those special people in your life :

  Easy Vanilla Strawberry Cupcakes

  Simple Strawberry Sauce

  Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts *

  Easy Raspberry Sauce *

  Vegan Chocolate Hearts

* These recipes feature Chandler Honey’s delicious raw organic honey with unique flavour infusions!

All the recipes are cinch to make and the best part? They are all gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian-friendly!

Which one(s) are you going to try out? Lemme know in the comments below.

Wishing all of you a very Happy Valentine’s Day!

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Hello lovely friends,

Are you looking to make some homemade cranberry sauce to add to your festive table spread? Look no further; this sauce is for you! With only 3 wholesome ingredients, this sauce takes next to no time to make and is the perfect balance of tart and sweet. It is sure to be a staple in your household for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive occasion. Bonus: it is also gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan!

It’s that time of year once again. Canadian Thanksgiving is this weekend (to my American friends be sure to save this recipe for your celebrations next month ;). While some of you may be excited about everything pumpkin, we can’t forget that it’s also cranberry season! Hooray! 

Oh, cranberries, how I love you so. They may seem like a slightly unusual choice as a favourite fruit, but I love them. Every time the holiday season rolls around, whether it’s Thanksgiving or Christmas, I get excited for their much-awaited return into my life. Something about these little pearls of tartness captures my heart year after year. 

My affinity for cranberries started at a young age. Back then, it was the wobbly canned cranberry jelly sauce. Jam-packed with sugar, I had no idea what true cranberry sauce tasted like and blissfully gobbled it up. Sure, it was great and sparked my love for cranberries, but little did I know that you could make it from scratch and that it was even more delicious.

Canned cranberry sauce definitely has its time and place, but let me tell you, the taste of homemade is incomparable. This cranberry sauce is an absolute game-changer, and I promise you will never look back at the canned version again.

What’s to love about The Best Cranberry Sauce?

•  Gluten-free, refined sugar-free and vegan

•  Super simple to make with only 3 ingredients

•  Naturally sweetened with maple syrup (or honey for a non-vegan version)

•  An excellent make-ahead for all festive occasions

•  You can use the leftover sauce in various sweet treats

Once you taste this sauce, you will surely fall in love with it. It has the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, with the beautiful hum of maple syrup in the background, deepening the flavour. It took quite a bit of experimenting and tweaking to get it just right. So, in my humble opinion, it truly is the best cranberry sauce ;).

Is any holiday feast complete without cranberry sauce gracing the spread? Personally, for me, it surely is not. So do give this cranberry sauce a try and who knows, maybe this cranberry sauce will become one of your holiday favourites, just as it is mine :). 

Sprinkles recipe fun facts:

• CRANBERRIES – are jam-packed with antioxidants and have potent anti-inflammatory properties while improving digestive and heart health.
• LEMON JUICE – are packed with immune-boosting vitamin C, can help regulate blood sugar, aid digestion, and is excellent for skin health. 
• MAPLE SYRUP – is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, beneficial for skin health, and packed with vitamins and minerals. 

Wishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving! I am so thankful to each and every one of you for following along on my journey, trying out my recipes, and for all your love and support . I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. 

Let me know how you enjoyed this cranberry sauce in the comments below!

Now let’s go and make ourselves the best cranberry sauce ever!

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The Best Cranberry Sauce

The best cranberry sauce is the perfect blend of tart and sweet, made with only three wholesome ingredients. It is also gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan, and it can be whipped up in minutes. It’s a great make-ahead recipe and will be your go-to sauce for all festive occasions.

Author Priscilla S

Ingredients

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cranberries (or frozen)
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or orange juice)**
• ⅔ cup maple syrup* (or raw honey for the non-vegan version)
• ⅔ cup water

Equipment

• saucepan
• cutting board
• paring knife
• medium bowl
• measuring cups and spoons
• wooden spoon (or metal spoon)
• citrus juicer (or squeeze by hand)

Instructions

Preparation

• Wash the cranberries thoroughly with cold water a few times, then fill the bowl with cold water. You will notice that most of the cranberries will float to the top, similar to what happens in cranberry bogs. The ones that sink to the bottom are usually not good, so you can discard those. Double-check the berries for any soft or shrivelled ones, as they are also not suitable. The cranberries should be bright red or yellow and firm to the touch. Once you've finished this step, set them aside.
• Wash, dry and juice the lemon. Set aside.

The Best Cranberry Sauce

• Place the saucepan over medium heat and add lemon juice, maple syrup, and water until it begins to gently bubble.
• Slowly add the cranberries to the mixture, ensuring they are well combined.
• You will notice the cranberries making a 'pop' sound and splattering, not to fret, it's entirely normal. It will settle down.
• The mixture will start to foam. Reduce the heat to medium-low, stirring occasionally. The foam will dissipate after 3-4 minutes and start turning light pink. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer. 
• Continue to stir occasionally, and you will notice the mixture will gradually thicken as the cranberries start to break down. The texture will resemble that of cranberry sauce we all know and love. 
• The sauce will deepen to a glorious, dark red, and after about 10 minutes of cooking, your sauce is done! 
• NOTE: If you prefer the cranberries to remain whole and not break down too much, ensure you cook them on lower heat. For a thicker sauce, cook a bit longer, keeping in mind that the sauce will thicken further as it cools.
• Let the sauce come down to room temperature, and enjoy! If you want to thicken it more, place it in the fridge before serving. 
• This sauce pairs perfectly with a turkey dinner, but it also complements other dishes and can be used in sweet treats like crumble bars, cookies, and more!

Notes

YIELDS 2-3 cups of Cranberry Sauce

* Feel free to add more maple syrup for a sweeter sauce. You could also combine maple syrup and coconut sugar for a different flavour. 

** You can add a hint of lemon or orange zest for a delightful citrus twist.

NOTE: This cranberry sauce sways towards the tart side (as I fancy it that way), but you can adjust it to your liking.

STORAGE: Store in the fridge in an air-tight container for up to a week. This sauce is a great make-ahead and can be done a couple of days in advance.

Enjoy!

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Hello lovely friends!

Looking to create easy and healthy recipes to celebrate St.Patrick’s Day?  

Check out some of my recipes that add a splash of celebratory green in a fun and healthy way:

Shamrock Green Smoothie

Basil Walnut Pesto

Easy Garlic Broccoli

Easy Bok Choy  

They are all jam-packed with beautiful green veggies and are easy to make plus, they are gluten-free, paleo, vegetarian and vegan-friendly!

Which one(s) are you going to try out? Lemme know in the comments below.

Wishing all of you a very Happy St.Patrick’s Day!

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Hello lovely friends!
This Easy Bok Choy recipe uses just a handful of ingredients and can be made within 10 minutes. It’s delicious, nutritious, and the perfect side dish for your next meal. Bonus it’s gluten-free, paleo, vegetarian and vegan-friendly!

I decided to switch gears this month and share a savoury dish. I haven’t shared one in quite some time and thought, what better time than in March as we head towards St.Patrick’s Day and Springtime here in Canada?

So you may be wondering, out of all the veggies, why bok choy? First and foremost, I LOVE how easy it is to make. Seriously it is done in no time with just a few ingredients, and you have yourself a delicious side dish. It is perfect if you want to add more nutrition to your diet with minimal effort.

Secondly, I love its unique taste and how it soaks up all the flavours you cook with like a sponge. I first ate bok choy at one of my favourite restaurants in Toronto, Spring Rolls and East (same franchise). If any of you remember the restaurants, comment below! They have sadly closed now, but the memories still last. They had a heavenly fried noodle dish with beef and vegetables covered in a scrumptious sauce. Even though I loved the crispy noodles, I remember I equally enjoyed eating the bok choy. I loved how the flavours of the sauce would seep into the leafy petals of the bok choy. It was divine.

I never thought of making bok choy myself until I changed my diet years ago. My naturopath highly recommended eating them because of all their amazing nutritional benefits, including being super rich in calcium! So for all my vegan and vegetarian friends out there, this is an excellent vegetable to add to your diet when trying to eat more calcium-rich foods.

Even if you are not a fan, I think this recipe will change your mind, and showcase just how flavorful these little veggies can be! Give them a try, and see. If you are weary of seeing the red chilli flakes scattered all over and aren’t one for spicy heat, do not fret they are absolutely optional and are just as flavourful without the red chilli flakes! I personally like the little spicy kick of heat!

Sprinkles recipe fun facts:

• BOK CHOY – is jam-packed with vitamins and antioxidants, rich in calcium and fights inflammation.
• GARLIC –  boosts your immune system, contains medicinal properties and is rich in antioxidants. 
• OLIVE OIL – is great for heart health, high in antioxidants and fights inflammation and bacteria.

Let’s whip up some super Easy Bok Choy!

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Easy Bok Choy

This Easy Bok Choy recipe is a super speedy side dish that is the perfect addition to any meal. Made with just a handful of ingredients, that's nutritious as it is delicious and will become your go-to side dish!

Author Priscilla S

Ingredients

Easy Bok Choy Ingredients

• 1 bag fresh bok choy, washed
• 3-4 medium garlic cloves, sliced
• 1 inch fresh ginger, cut into small pieces
• ⅓ tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1-2 tbsp olive oil (adjust to taste)
• small pinch of dried red chilli flakes* (optional)
• ½ tsp coconut aminos (optional)
• 1 tsp tapioca starch (arrowroot starch) (optional)

Equipment

• large wok (or large pot)
• cutting board
• paring knife
• measuring spoons
• large spoon
• large bowl

Instructions

Prep

• Cut the bottom stem of the bok choy, discard, and fan out all leaves and place in a large bowl. Wash thoroughly a few times, there can sometimes be some sand and grit in between the leaves. Put aside.
• Peel and slice the garlic and ginger into thin discs or long strips. Set aside.

Cook Time

• Add oil to a large wok on medium heat. Once the oil is heated, add the garlic and ginger you should hear a nice sizzle sound, let it infuse into the oil for about 30-60 seconds, and now add the red chilli flakes.
• It's now time to add the bok choy! It may splutter a bit because of the water from the bok choy and the oil mixing, so please be careful. Once you have added the bok choy, turn up the heat to medium-high and mix everything well. Cover with a lid.
• Remove the lid, you will notice within a couple of minutes of cooking the bok choy will start to wilt down. It's now time to add our seasoning, sea salt, black pepper, and coconut aminos.
• OPTIONAL: If you notice a lot of water with the bok choy, you can add a tapioca starch slurry to help thicken it up more, if you desire. See notes below for how to make tapioca starch slurry.
• Cook for 5-7 minutes, mixing occasionally. You will know it's ready when the bok choy becomes soft yet still has a slight crunch to it. It's now ready to serve! This side dish pairs perfectly with rice, fish, chicken, and beef. Enjoy!

Notes

* The red chilli flakes are quite potent, so you really don't need much, a little goes a long way! Also, the red chilli flakes are entirely optional, so if you don't want to add them, no problem! They are just as tasty without them.

NOTE: If you want it saucier, add a couple of tablespoons of water when cooking. 

TIP: Add a tapioca slurry if it's more watery and you want to thicken it up (though it still tastes fabulous when you have a watery sauce!). Just add 1 teaspoon of tapioca starch (or arrowroot starch) with 2-3 teaspoons of water. Mix together well, without any clumps. Add 1/2 tsp of the mixture at a time. It will thicken up quickly, so you may not need a lot. Putting too much can make it gummy, so just add as much as you need. 

STORAGE: If you have any leftover bok choy, store it in an air-tight container for 1-2 days. I don't recommend freezing them as they have a lot of water content in them, and would recommend consuming them within a couple of days of making them for optimal taste. 

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Hello dear friends!

This Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake is light and super moist and brings classic gingerbread flavours to your table with a dessert that is super easy to make and an absolute showstopper with its elegant look perfect for all your holiday festivities!  Made with wholesome ingredients and naturally sweetened thanks to Chandler Honey’s Gingerbread Honey! A must-make dessert this holiday season. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free!

I love the holiday season! The warmth of the season with holiday music, movies, time with family, friends and, of course, food is something very special. And Gingerbread is just one of the quintessential holiday flavours that capture the essence and feel of the season with its beautiful warming spices that are so comforting and gives you a warm fuzzy feeling that can’t help but bring a smile to your face with its cheerful flavour.

During the holiday season, we can sometimes be inundated with sweet treats and desserts, which is always a treat. But it can also be challenging for those of us who are not able to eat traditional desserts. I know from experience how trying and how disheartening it can be when you are not able to enjoy treats you have grown up eating or not be able to participate in holiday festivities due to dietary restrictions.

This recipe is my holiday present to you!  A classic holiday dessert, Gingerbread cake you can enjoy with wholesome ingredients you can feel good about! This recipe works for a variety of diets and food lifestyles, but honestly, it’s great for everyone!  I wanted to share a recipe that was extra special and do something different that I have never done before. So I chose to make a bundt cake. I have always loved how elegant they looked, and the shape of it naturally looks like a holiday wreath. So presenting to you my first-ever holiday bundt cake! I certainly put a lot of love and care into creating this recipe, and hope that you enjoy it just as much as I do. 

The best part of this Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake is no one will ever know it’s made without traditional ingredients. It has a lovely structure, and the texture is so light and moist! The flavour of the cake has a beautiful infusion of Gingerbread spices. You will definitely be looking to get a second serving of this cake, it’s that good! It is not overly sweet and can be enjoyed as it is if you like things on the lighter side OR if you want to jazz it up (it is the holiday season, after all) I have a few suggestions on how you can dress up this cute bundt cake to be a showstopper for all your holiday festivities! 

So what’s to love about this Gingerbread Bundt Cake?

• Classic Gingerbread flavours in cake form (who doesn’t love that?!)

• Gluten-free   • Dairy-free   • Refined sugar-free   • Vegetarian

• The perfect dessert for all your holiday festivities (seriously, how pretty is it?!)

• No Gingerbread spices needed, thanks for Chandler Honey’s Gingerbread Honey

•  Made with wholesome ingredients you can feel good about

Now some of you may be wondering, wait, this is a Gingerbread Cake, why isn’t there a list of Gingerbread spices in the ingredients section? The reason, dear friends, is that we don’t need any! This is thanks to the secret ingredient that powers all the lovely Gingerbread spices and the source of the smooth, natural sweetness, Chandler Honey’s Gingerbread Honey! So let’s take a closer look at this spectacular, honey!

Chandler Honey

Gingerbread Honey

Chandler Honey’s Gingerbread Honey is part of the limited edition holiday bundle (including 3 new flavours) from Chandler Honey. This Gingerbread honey is bursting with classic Gingerbread spices, and each spoonful of honey feels like a taste of Gingerbread heaven. 

The honey itself is so beautiful and sparkles with all the aromatic Gingerbread spices. A taste of the holiday season captured in a lovely jar of honey. A must-try this holiday season!

So if you are looking for special honey this holiday season that will take your baked treats to another level, do try out this honey (which I highly recommend) along with the rest of Chandler Honey’s limited edition holiday bundle, please check out their website. 

Sprinkles recipe fun facts:

• CHANDLER HONEY’S GINGERBREAD HONEY – contains immune-boosting nutrients, antibacterial properties, beneficial enzymes, and minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, calcium, and zinc.
• OAT FLOUR – jam-packed with antioxidants and nutrients such as magnesium, biotin, copper, phosphorus, and manganese and keeps you feeling full longer.
• ALMOND FLOUR – contains vitamin E, reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and lowers ‘bad’ cholesterol, and increases ‘good’ cholesterol

So let’s do some holiday baking and make a glorious, Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake! 

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Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake

This Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake is beaming with festive gingerbread flavours, thanks to Chandler Honey's Gingerbread Honey! Made with wholesome ingredients and naturally sweetened, it's the perfect dessert for the holiday season! It's also gluten-free, dairy-free and refined sugar-free!

Author Priscilla S

Ingredients

Gingerbread Bundt Cake

Dry Ingredients

• 1 cup oat flour
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ cup arrowroot flour
• ¼ tsp sea salt

Wet Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• ⅛ cup coconut oil, melted (room temperature) (or dairy-free butter)
• ½ cup almond milk (or plant-based milk of choice)
• ⅛ cup molasses
• ¼ cup Chandler Honey's Gingerbread Honey* ( plus ½ tbsp warm water to loosen the honey)
• ⅛ cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar, if you don't need the recipe to be refined sugar-free)
• ½ cup hot water

Gingerbread Glaze

• ½ tbsp Chandler Honey's Gingerbread Honey*
• 1 cup refined sugar-free icing sugar (or powdered sugar)
• 1-2 tbsp almond milk** (or plant-based milk of choice)

Decorations

• sprinkles (optional but highly recommended)

Icing Sugar Snow

• ¼ cup refined sugar-free icing sugar (or powdered sugar)

Equipment

• 9" bundt pan (or a similar sized cake pan)
• whisk
• silicone spatula
• medium and large stainless bowls
• measuring cups & spoons (or ceramic or heavy-set glass bowls)
• metal spoons
• cooking spray (I used coconut oil, or you can use any cooking spray of choice)
• bowls (for the glaze)
• sifter
• toothpicks

Instructions

Preparation

• Spray bundt pan with cooking spray and set aside.

Gingerbread Bundt Cake

• Preheat the oven to 350 °F
• Combine all the dry ingredients in a medium bowl. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, add eggs and coconut sugar and whisk together. Then add Chandler Honey's Gingerbread Honey along with molasses and mix again. Add the remaining wet ingredients and whisk together until you get a nice smooth consistency.
• Now it's time to add in the dry ingredients! Add a little at a time and slowly whisk together until you get a nice smooth consistency. You will notice the batter will turn into a lovely light caramel brown colour.
• Carefully add in hot water, this is a secret ingredient in classic Gingerbread cake! Whisk everything together one last time. You will notice the batter is more loose and runny than regular cake batter, but not to fret, this is how it should be and will come out beautifully!
• Slowly pour the batter into your bundt pan and give a gentle shake to ensure the batter distributes evenly. Place in the oven to bake for 40-45 minutes or until it turns a medium brown colour.
• Once it's baked, remove it from the oven and give it a quick toothpick test. If it needs more time, place it back in the oven. Otherwise, let it cool down and remove it from the pan. Place it on a wire rack, plate, or platter to cool down completely.
• All that's left to do now is enjoy this glorious Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake! This cake is lovely as it is, but if you want to dress it up more for the holidays, here are a couple of options.

Decorating Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake

A dusting of icing sugar snow

• Add some icing sugar into a sifter and dust some icing sugar over the cake for a beautiful festive presentation that looks like freshly fallen snow and a touch of added sweetness.

Gingerbread Glaze

• Sift the icing sugar. Please complete this step, or the glaze will have clumps. Mix 1-2 tbsp of almond milk (a little at a time) into the icing sugar slowly until well combined and you get the consistency you desire. Now add Chandler Honey's Gingerbread Honey, and mix together until you get a nice smooth consistency. It should be thick but still be able to drip off your spoon. If you want it looser, add a little more almond milk (or planted-based milk of choice) until you get the desired consistency.

How to Glaze

• Spoon glaze over the Bundt cake, creating a thick blanket of yummy glaze. You can control how much you want to add. I would do it twice to get a nice thick coating of glaze, leaving time in between to set. Then place it on a wire rack or plate to set.

After Glazing

• If you want to make your Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake shine, you can decorate them with some fun sprinkles! Add them while the glaze is still wet, or they won’t stick.
• Let it set at room temperature for 1-2 hours to harden. If you want the glaze to harden faster, place the cake in the fridge for a couple of hours.
• Lastly, cut a piece of your beautifully decorated Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake and enjoy!

Notes

YIELDS 9" BUNDT CAKE

This Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake is best served with tea or coffee or enjoyed on its own for dessert!

NOTE: This cake is lightly sweetened, so if you prefer your desserts on the sweeter side, I recommend glazing the cake or adding more of Chandler Honey's Gingerbread Honey.

* Chandler Honey's Gingerbread Honey uses glorious, unpasteurized, raw honey, which means the flavours are more concentrated, and a little goes a long way. Plus, we are sweetening up the Easy Gingerbread Bundt Cake with the glaze, so we don't need a lot of sweetness. Feel free to adjust to taste by adding a little less or more depending on what you like best. 

** For these proportions, use according to the consistency of the glaze you desire. 

STORAGE

UNGLAZED PLAIN CAKE/DUSTED WITH ICING SUGAR SNOW: Place in the fridge covered in plastic wrap or an airtight glass container for up to a week. To store in the freezer, cut into slices and place it in a zip-lock bag or airtight freezer-safe container for up to a month. 

DECORATED GLAZED CAKE: Place in the fridge covered in plastic wrap or an airtight glass container for 3-4 days. To store in the freezer, cut into slices and place it in a zip-lock bag or airtight freezer-safe container for up to a month. 

NOTES

GLAZE: I actually don't recommend storing the glaze. As it hardens and is not great to work with after some time, so it is best to make it fresh. Instead, create one batch at a time and if you need more, make another batch.

GLAZE TIP: The glaze hardens very quickly but not to fret, if that happens, add a bit more almond milk, and it will loosen up again and be good to go!

 

 

Enjoy!

This recipe and post are created in collaboration with Chandler Honey, all opinions are solely my own.

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Hello, lovely friends!

This fuss-free Easy Masala Chai recipe requires no spice blend (yes, you read right!) thanks to Chandler Honey’s luscious Creamy Chai honey! The honey is infused with fragrant Masala Chai spices and is the key to making Masala Chai a breeze! The perfect drink for the holiday season or any time of year! It’s also gluten-free and refined sugar-free with a dairy-free option!

Tis’ the holiday season, and I wanted to share a recipe that does double duty of pairing perfectly with yummy holiday treats and also a super warm and cozy beverage to snuff out the cold weather! Fun fact! Masala Chai was actually created with that very goal in mind. The spices in the blend have properties that naturally warm up the body during the colder months and increase immunity. Rest assured, even if you are reading this from a warm climate, this tea is great to enjoy all year round!

Growing up in a South Indian family, Masala Chai is something I have been drinking my whole life. The aroma of the fragrant spices wafting through the air as the Chai simmered away in the kitchen is something that will always be engrained in my memory.  

In India, it’s traditionally enjoyed as part of afternoon tea time with snacks like cookies, samosas, or pakoras and after dinner with dessert. However, you can enjoy this Easy Masala Chai any time of the day. It is just so good! The combination of the Masala Chai spice blend, milk, tea leaves, and honey is a drink that feels like nourishing your soul with its warmth. 

What is Masala Chai? 

Masala Chai is a spiced tea popular in India and increasingly popular around the globe. If you want to learn more, here are a few tidbits.

• Masala, meaning spice blend, and Chai, meaning tea, is a popular hot tea beverage originating from India. 

• It is traditionally made with milk, water, black tea, and a Masala Chai spice blend. 

• Traditional spice blend includes fresh ginger (or dried ginger), cinnamon, fennel seeds, cardamon pods, cloves, and black peppercorns. However, each family and tea shop has their own version of the spice blend. 

• Chai vs. Masala Chai, what’s the difference? Chai is made with milk and black tea, whereas Masala Chai includes a spice blend, which is the primary difference. 

This lovely Easy Masala Chai would not be what it is without its star ingredient, Creamy Chai honey! So why don’t we take a deeper look at this delightful ingredient?

Chandler Honey

Creamy Chai Honey

The Creamy Chai honey is part of the limited edition holiday bundle (including 3 new flavours) from Chandler Honey. This Creamy Chai honey is jam-packed with fragrant spices and is visually pleasing with speckles of the Chai Spice blend that intertwine so beautifully with the raw organic honey. The contrast in colours and textures is quite a sight to behold.

I was thrilled when Chandler Honey selected the Creamy Chai as part of their new holiday line. I thought it was such an innovative flavour to create, and I knew it would be super versatile to use. However, I must confess I wondered how the flavour could be captured in honey form. Would it capture the authentic essence of my beloved Masala Chai?

The answer is a big resounding YES! This Creamy Chai honey could not be more authentic with its flavour. It is SPOT on to traditional Masala Chai I have grown up drinking my whole life. I absolutely love it! This is why I created this recipe. I felt it was a great way to showcase this delicious honey in all its glory and how much it captures the essence of traditional Masala Chai, so much so that you don’t even need the blend! That’s how good it is! 

So a huge kudos to Chandler Honey for capturing the taste with absolute authenticity and with such lovely finesse that’s so pleasing to the palette and not overpowering (no easy feat). I am telling you, Tique Chandler is like a magician in how she creates her infused honey, pure magic! If you want to try out this luscious honey (which I highly recommend), along with the rest of Chandler Honey’s limited edition holiday bundle, please check out their website. 

Sprinkles recipe fun facts:

• CHANDLER HONEY’S CREAMY CHAI HONEY – contains immune-boosting nutrients, antibacterial properties, beneficial enzymes, and minerals such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and zinc.
• ALMOND MILK – is rich in Vitamin E and magnesium, high in antioxidants, and low in calories.
• BLACK TEA  – contains powerful antioxidants and may help heart health and improve gut health.

Let’s make ourselves some fragrant Easy Masala Chai! 

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Easy Masala Chai

This Easy Masala Chai recipe is a breeze to make thanks to Chandler Honey's Creamy Chai honey, infused with a fragrant Chai spice blend! Just 3 simple ingredients and you have yourself a piping hot cup of Masala Chai perfect for the holiday season or any time of year! It's also gluten-free and refined sugar-free with a dairy-free option!

Author Priscilla S

Ingredients

Equipment

• small saucepan
• measuring cups and spoons
• spoons
• small fine mesh strainer (optional)

Easy Masala Chai Ingredients

• 3 cups milk or plant-based milk*
• 2-2½ tsp Chandler Honey's Creamy Chai honey (adjust to taste)
• 2 black tea bags**

Instructions

Easy Masala Chai

• Place the saucepan on medium-high heat and add in your milk of choice. Once it heats up, add in tea bags. Let it steep and boil on medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes (depending on how strong you like your tea). The milk should be simmering gently. If it's too high, turn down the heat a notch.
• EXPERT TIP: Press the tea bag down into the milk and gently swirl around when the milk starts to bubble. This step helps to infuse the tea into the milk more and adds so much flavour!
• Once the tea has steeped to your liking, remove the tea bags. Add in the luscious Creamy Chai honey. Mix until thoroughly combined. Give it a quick taste test, and adjust it to your liking. Turn off the heat, and it's ready to serve!
• If you want a super smooth tea, you can strain it; otherwise, pour it into your favourite mug or glass and enjoy! This Easy Masala Chai pairs perfectly with cookies, cake, doughnuts, samosas, and pakoras!

Notes

YIELDS 2 cups of tea

* I love using Almond milk for this recipe but feel free to use any milk of your choice. For other plant-based options, I recommend coconut milk (for a super creamy version) or oat milk.

** You could use tea leaves instead of a tea bag if you like. Just be sure to strain well.

NOTE: This recipe is made with just milk instead of a combination of water and milk, as seen in other Masala Chai recipes. As it follows my family recipe, but if you prefer a lighter tea, feel free to add some water. Just adjust the proportions with half water and half milk.

ALTERNATIVE: Can't have caffeine? No problem, you don't actually need tea leaves to enjoy this drink! You can boil the milk and mix in the honey for a lovely Easy Masala 'Chai' milk. I do that quite often, and it is absolutely divine!

QUANTITY: Want more tea? Just double the amount, and you're good to go!

STORAGE: I recommend not storing this tea and instead just making enough for when you want to drink it for optimal flavour and taste.

Enjoy!

This recipe and post are created in collaboration with Chandler Honey, all opinions are solely my own.

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Hello, lovely friends!

These refreshing Easy Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles are bursting with bright flavours from the fresh fruits and naturally sweetened with Chandler Honey’s new Yuzu & Berry Honey! They’re the perfect iced sweet treat to beat the summer heat!  

As summer slowly winds down, it may feel a bit bittersweet to bid the warm weather adieu. But I say, why not make the most of it and enjoy it in all its glory? These Easy Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles are just the way to do it! As promised in the Easy Strawberry Lemonade recipe, these tasty popsicles are a great way to use up any leftover Easy Strawberry Lemonade you may have on hand. There is also an alternative version below if you want a more concentrated flavour for your ice pops!  

Popsicles are one of my favourite summer treats! It really hits the spot when you are in the sweltering heat and need some respite to cool down. Don’t get me wrong, my Easy Strawberry Lemonade also does the job, but I love how popsicles have a way of striking up some nostalgia. It always brings back fond memories of being a kid on summer vacation and enjoying popsicles as a fun treat after spending the day playing outside in the sunshine. 

Back in my day, I was blissfully unaware of all the sugar and additives packed into one single store-bought popsicle. However, unlike the icy treats of my yesteryears, these popsicles have none!  So, you can enjoy these all-natural frozen goodies completely guilt-free. That sounds like a win to me! 

What makes these iced treats so unique is the special ingredient: Chandler Honey’s Yuzu & Berry Honey. The sweetness of the honey really shines through and plays well with the fresh strawberries and lemon. The hints of citrus from the yuzu and fruity notes from the strawberries create a beautiful mélange of flavours.  If you want to learn more about this delicious honey, hop over to my last post here for a full review or check out their website to learn more about Chandler Honey and their amazing unique infused honey.

So what’s to love about these Easy Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles? 

• Easy to make with 3 all-natural ingredients

• Gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and refined sugar-free

• Naturally sweetened with Chandler Honey’s Yuzu & Berry Honey

• The perfect healthy cold treat for kids and adults alike!

Sprinkles recipe fun facts:

• CHANDLER HONEY’S YUZU & BERRY HONEY – contains antibacterial properties, beneficial enzymes, immune-boosting nutrients, and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, potassium, and zinc.
• STRAWBERRIES – are jam-packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, which is great for your immune system.
• YUZU – contains powerful antioxidants and beneficial nutrients such as iron, magnesium, zinc, calcium, riboflavin, niacin, and vitamin E.
• LEMONS – are loaded with immune-boosting sunny vitamin C and can help support heart health and aid in weight loss.

Let’s make some ice-cold Easy Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles!

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Easy Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles featuring Chandler Honey {gluten-free}

Refreshing and bursting with bright flavours, these Easy Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles are the perfect treat to beat the summer heat! Easy to make with only 3 ingredients and featuring Chandler Honey's Yuzu & Berry Honey for natural sweetness.

Author Priscilla S

Ingredients

Easy Strawberry Lemonade - Ingredients

• ¼ cup Chandler Honey's Yuzu & Berry Honey* (plus 1 tbsp)
• 2 cups fresh strawberries (or frozen)
• ¼ cup fresh lemon
• 1 cup water

Equipment

• popsicle molds
• wooden popsicles sticks (if your mold doesn't come with the sticks)
• blender
• medium bowl
• cutting board
• paring knife
• citrus juicer
• mesh strainer
• measuring spoons and cups

Instructions

• IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are using any extra Easy Strawberry Lemonade you may have on hand, you can go straight to Step 2 in the recipe process.  

Preparation

• Wash, hull, and cut fresh strawberries into quarters. Set aside. If using frozen, let it thaw and set it aside. Wash, and juice the lemon. Set aside.

Easy Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles

• Place strawberries, honey, and 1 cup of water into a blender. Puree until smooth. Remove and strain through a fine sieve to remove seeds and access pulp.
• Gently pour the strawberry lemonade mixture into the popsicle molds until nearly full. Be careful not to overfill as it will spill out. Place the popsicle sticks into the mold and place them in the freezer for at least 6 hours. Overnight is best.
• Take them out of the freezer for a few minutes, remove them from the mold, and enjoy these delightful frozen treats!

Notes

* YIELDS 8 Easy Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles

NOTE: Feel free to adjust the Easy Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles to your taste. If you want it to be tarter amp up the lemon juice. For more sweetness, drizzle in more honey. Looking for a more fruity flavour add in more strawberries! The flavour level is totally up to you. 

TIP: If the popsicles need a little hand getting out of the molds, just run the bottom of the mold under some warm water. You could also place it in a large bowl or container with some warm water that is almost level with the molds, which should also do the trick!

STORAGE: Place in the freezer for up to 1 month, but I highly doubt it will last that long! They are that good!

ALTERNATIVE: If you want to change up the flavour and add even more nutritional value, you could substitute the water for coconut water! Coconut water is also great for cooling down the body and boosting electrolytes.

Enjoy!

This recipe and post are created in collaboration with Chandler Honey, all opinions are solely my own.

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Hello, lovelies!

This Easy Strawberry Lemonade is a fantastic thirst quencher for a sizzling hot summer’s day! Simple to make with 3 all-natural ingredients, it has the perfect balance of tartness and natural sweetness, thanks to Chandler Honey’s new Yuzu & Berry Honey! 

This honey takes your classic summer drink and creates a whole new twist with the added depth of flavour and unique flavour notes from the Yuzu and Strawberry.

Who else loves classic lemonade as their go-to summer drink? I know I do! But I find that most store-bought lemonades are too sweet and contain a ton of refined sugar. Homemade classic lemonade sometimes borders on being a bit too tart (even for me, and I love tart!). So what is the solution to this predicament, you ask? Strawberries!

I find that strawberries’ natural sweet and subtle tartness pairs beautifully with that of the lemon. The lemon’s brash, sour flavour is mellowed down by the strawberries, creating a harmonious blend of flavours that sing to your tastebuds. The strawberries also bring their spirited fruity notes to the mix, completely transforming classic lemonade into something new.

This lemonade is super easy to make and doesn’t need you to make a simple syrup. Just prep the ingredients, toss into a blender, strain, and serve! That is it! It is also great to make ahead of any occasion you may have during the summer. Whether it’s a picnic, birthday party, backyard BBQ, or just relaxing on a hot summer’s day, this drink is just the ticket to beat the heat!

What is Yuzu? 

Yuzu is not a grocery staple here in North America, so I’m sure some of you might be curious about this fruit! Here are a few quick notes about it.

• Yuzu is a Japanese citrus lemon. Unlike the lemons we have here in North America, Yuzu doesn’t contain much juice. 

• It is highly valued for its aromatic rind (which is used in the Yuzu & Berry Honey)

• Its flavour is sour, tart yet fragrant.

• The taste is a hybrid between a classic lemon and grapefruit but with its own unique flavour.

The complex flavours of the Yuzu is part of what elevates this lemonade and is courtesy of the star ingredient, Yuzu & Berry Honey! So let’s take a closer look at this delicious ingredient, shall we?

Chandler Honey

Yuzu & Berry Honey

The Yuzu & Berry Honey is the newest member to join Chandler Honey’s family of unique infused honey. This Yuzu & Berry Honey is a show stopper with its delightful, pretty pink hue. 

The Yuzu and Strawberry are infused into Chandler Honey’s White Prairie Honey, completely transforming the flavour. The hints of citrus from the Yuzu paired with the fruity notes from the Strawberries create a beautiful melody of flavour that hits just the right note.  

I was beyond thrilled when they launched this new flavour, as I secretly wished for them to create a strawberry-infused honey flavour! As you may have noted from my previous posts, I absolutely love strawberries. So lovely friends, dreams do come true, and this honey is proof of it. It is creamy and oh so strawberry-yuzu dreamy!

This is one of the reasons I adore Chandler Honey and how innovative they are in creating new flavours. Each one has its own one-of-a-kind character and flavour with the same top-notch quality, love, and care in every jar. If you want to try out this dreamy honey (which I highly recommend), along with the rest of Chandler Honey’s unique infused honey collection, please check out their website. 

Sprinkles recipe fun facts:

• CHANDLER HONEY’S YUZU & BERRY HONEY – contains antibacterial properties, beneficial enzymes, immune-boosting nutrients, and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, potassium, and zinc.
• STRAWBERRIES – are jam-packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, which is great for your immune system.
• YUZU – contains powerful antioxidants and beneficial nutrients such as iron, magnesium, zinc, calcium, riboflavin, niacin, and vitamin E.
• LEMONS – are loaded with immune-boosting sunny vitamin C and can help support heart health and aid in weight loss.

So let’s turn on our blenders and make some cold, refreshing lemonade. Let’s go!

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Easy Strawberry Lemonade featuring Chandler Honey {gluten-free}

This Easy Strawberry Lemonade is the perfect drink to beat the summer heat! With only 3 ingredients and featuring Chandler Honey's Yuzu & Berry Honey for natural sweetness. It's the one drink you will want by your side this summer.

Author Priscilla S

Ingredients

Easy Strawberry Lemonade - Ingredients

• ¼ cup Chandler Honey's Yuzu & Berry Honey (adjust to taste)
• 1½ cups fresh strawberries (or frozen)
• ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
• 6 cups water

Garnish - Ingredients

• ¼ cup fresh strawberries, sliced into halves (optional, but highly recommended)
• 1 small lemon, sliced rounds (optional, but highly recommended)

Equipment

• blender
• medium bowl
• cutting board
• paring knife
• citrus juicer
• ice cube tray
• mixing spoon
• mesh strainer
• measuring spoons and cups
• paper straws (optional, but highly recommended)

Instructions

Preparation

• Wash, hull, and cut fresh strawberries into quarters. Set aside. If using frozen, let it thaw and set it aside. Wash, and juice the lemon. Set aside.

Easy Strawberry Lemonade

• Place strawberries, honey, and 1 cup of water into a blender. Puree until smooth. Remove and strain through a fine sieve to remove seeds and access pulp.
• Pour the mixture into a pitcher and add the lemon juice and remaining water. Stir well, and your lemonade is ready! If you would like to let the froth settle before drinking, just place the lemonade in the refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.
• Garnish with lemon slices and strawberries. Serve over ice and enjoy!

Notes

* YIELDS 1L of Strawberry Lemonade 

NOTE: Feel free to adjust the lemonade to your taste. If you want it to be tarter amp up the lemon juice. For more sweetness, drizzle in more honey. Looking for a more fruity flavour add in more strawberries! The flavour level is totally up to you. 

STORAGE: Place in the refrigerator in a pitcher with a lid for 3 days (if it lasts that long!). You can also use the leftover lemonade to create popsicles, which we will explore how to make in a future post!

ALTERNATIVE: Prefer something on the bubbly side? Swap out the water for sparkling water (except for 1 cup we use for blending), and you have yourself some Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade!

Enjoy!

This recipe and post are created in collaboration with Chandler Honey, all opinions are solely my own.

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Hello lovely people!

I have a very special treat to share with you that are as tasty as they are beautiful. These light, moist, yet slightly dense Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts are oh so good! They showcase Chandler Honey’s Créme Brûlée Honey for some natural sweetness and use only a few simple, wholesome ingredients. They are also gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free!

Firstly, I am so happy to be collaborating with Chandler Honey again to create these delicious doughnuts, so a heartfelt thank you to Tique Chandler for the opportunity! 

So what’s special about this recipe, you ask? For starters, this recipe is a 2 for 1 recipe, as it makes 6 regular-sized doughnuts + 12 mini doughnuts! How amazing is that?! Bang for your batter!

This recipe is brimming with healthy twists. It uses just a few simple, wholesome ingredients. They are also baked, not fried, making them a healthier option. So go ahead and indulge a bit and jazz up these sweet treats with some luscious glaze and some fun sprinkles!

Now to turn the spotlight on our star ingredients of this recipe – Chandler Honey’s Créme Brûlée Honey and raspberries. Their dynamic pairing creates a symphony of flavours that dance in perfect synchronicity. The bright tart notes of the raspberries mesh beautifully with the sweetness of the Créme Brûlée Honey that in itself, has layers of deep flavours.

I loved the pairing so much that I created the Easy Raspberry Sauce using Chandler Honey’s Créme Brûlée Honey. Let me tell you, it tastes AMAZING! 

Creating these doughnuts brought the joy of eating doughnuts back into my life. Since changing my diet, I haven’t had one in years and missed them dearly. I have fond memories of eating vanilla-glazed doughnuts covered with rainbow sprinkles (my favourite) as a kid. It was such a special treat that I relished every time I ate one.

So to create these doughnuts in a new way and healthy way makes my heart so happy. And even happier that I can share this special recipe with you!

So what’s to love about these Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts?

• Baked not fried, healthier alternative to traditional doughnuts

• Gluten-free   • Dairy-free   • Refined sugar-free

• A fun sweet treat for adults and kids alike 

• Mini doughnuts are perfect for little ones

•  Lovely as an afternoon snack with tea or coffee

Now, the backbone of these doughnuts and what give them so much depth is, without a doubt, our special star ingredient, Chandler Honey’s Créme Brûlée Honey. Let’s learn more about this honey, shall we?

Chandler Honey

Créme Brûlée Honey

The Créme Brûlée Honey is part of Chandler Honey’s Core Collection and is the first flavour I tried and what made me fall in love with their honey. The layers and depth of flavour is immense and is what makes this honey so special. 

You are first greeted with the sweetness of the toasted honey. The caramelized notes intertwine with the inviting flavour of the vanilla bean, which is beautifully speckled throughout the honey. Then comes the warmth of the cinnamon that is woven into the honey.

Together, they create a wonderous flavourful melody that so aptly fits its name. The flavours are so good that you will be reaching for a spoon to try more. It is seriously that good to just eat out of the jar! 

So if you are looking for special honey, that is super versatile and will take your baked goodies to another level do try out this honey and definitely check out their Core Collection.  To learn more about Chandler Honey and their amazing unique infused honey flavours, check out their website.

Sprinkles recipe fun facts:

• CHANDLER HONEY’S CREME BRULEE HONEY – contains immune-boosting nutrients, antibacterial properties, beneficial enzymes, and minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, calcium, and zinc.
• RASPBERRIES – are packed with antioxidants and vitamins C, which aid in boosting immunity and skin health as well as high in fiber.
• OAT FLOUR – chockfull of antioxidants and nutrients such as magnesium, biotin, copper, phosphorus, and manganese and keeps you feeling full longer.
• ALMOND FLOUR – contains vitamin E, reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and lowers ‘bad’ cholesterol, and increases ‘good’ cholesterol

Think it’s time we start baking some delightful Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts, let’s go! 

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Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts featuring Chandler Honey {gluten-free, dairy-free}

These Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts are a delightful, guilt-free sweet treat made with wholesome ingredients and naturally sweetened with Chandler Honey's Créme Brûlée Honey. Bonus is they are gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, and baked not fried. What's not to love?

Author Priscilla S

Ingredients

Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts

Dry

• ½ cup oat flour
• ½ cup almond flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• pinch of sea salt

Wet

• 2½-3 tbsp Chandler Honey Créme Brûlée Honey** (if the honey is really thick, loosen with ½ TBSP of warm water)
• 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted (room temperature)
• 1 egg
• ¼ cup almond milk (or plant-based milk/milk of choice)
• 1 tbsp vanilla paste (or pure vanilla extract)

Equipment

• 6 cavity doughnut pan
• 12 cavity mini doughnut pan
• measuring cups & spoons
• metal spoons
• whisk
• silicone spatula
• cooking spray (I used coconut oil, or you can use any cooking spray of choice)
• small and large stainless bowls (or ceramic or heavy-set glass bowls)
• bowls (for the glaze)
• sifter (for the glaze)
• parchment paper
• toothpicks

Raspberry Glaze

• 1-2 tbsp Easy Raspberry Syrup or raspberry liquid*** (add according to the consistency of glaze you desire)
• ½-1 tbsp almond milk*** (or plant-based milk/milk of choice)
• ½ cup refined sugar-free powdered sugar (or icing sugar)

Vanilla Glaze

• ½ tsp Chandler Honey Créme Brûlée Honey**
• 1-2 tbsp almond milk*** (or plant-based milk/milk of choice)
• ¼ tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)
• ½ cup refined sugar-free powdered sugar (or icing sugar)

Decorations

• sprinkles (optional but highly recommended)

Instructions

Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts

• NOTE: I use my Easy Raspberry Sauce, Easy Raspberry Syrup /Pulp Recipes for these tasty bites. Please hop over to the Easy Raspberry Sauce recipe for steps on how to make it.
• Combine all dry ingredients, oat flour, almond flour, baking powder, and sea salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the Chandler Honey Créme Brûlée Honey with the almond milk (which will help loosen up the honey), then add the rest of the wet ingredients, coconut oil, egg, and vanilla paste. Whisk until everything is well combined.
• Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until well combined and the batter is nice and smooth. The thickness should be like pancake batter. Thick, but still slide off your spoon. Let it sit for a couple of minutes.
• Preheat the oven to 350 °F
• Spray doughnut trays with cooking spray. Wipe access oil with a paper towel.
• Spoon the batter into the doughnut tray, 2 TBSP worth of batter in each cavity, roughly ¾ filled. It should not surpass the circular hole in the middle. Do not be tempted to add more, as it will close up the doughnut hole once baked. If that does end up happening, I have a trick on how to remedy that in the notes below. 
• Now it's time to add the Raspberry Pulp. Add ¼ tsp to the batter around each doughnut cavity and then again for a total of ½-1 tsp of Raspberry Pulp (adjust to your liking). Gently swirl it into the batter with a toothpick to create a marble effect (it will look really pretty once baked!). Once done, gently shake the tray to even out the batter. Place in oven to bake.
• Bake doughnuts for 15-16 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Be sure to do the toothpick test. Once it comes out clean, you are good to go. Just be sure to keep close on them to ensure you don't overbake.
• Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Once cooled, remove them from the doughnut pan and place them on a wire rack, plate, or platter to cool down completely.
• You will have some batter leftover, which can be used to make Mini Doughnuts.

Mini Doughnuts

• For Mini Doughnuts, add ½ tbsp of almond milk to leftover batter and mix. Pour 1 tsp of batter to each mini doughnut pan cavity, and gently spread the batter evenly.
• Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Let it cool and remove it from the pan.
• The Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts are done and ready to enjoy! These doughnuts aren't as fluffy as the fried, all-purpose flour-based doughnuts, but I can assure you will not miss the fried ones one bit. They are oh so tasty plain, but you can jazz them up for a next-level doughnut experience. Check out my delicious glazing options below to give these full doughnut status glory!
• Doughnut tip: If you add too much batter and your doughnut hole closes, not to worry. A quick trick to remedy it is to use an apple corer or a bottle cap that is the size of the hole, press through gently, and voila, problem solved!

Raspberry Glaze and Vanilla Glaze

These Raspberry and Vanilla Glazes are the perfect pairing for your freshly baked Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts. They are simple to make and add an extra layer of flavour to these tasty treats.

Raspberry Glaze

• Sift the powdered sugar. Please do not skip this step, or the glaze will have clumps. Mix 1-2 tbsp of the Easy Raspberry Syrup (a little at a time) into the powdered sugar slowly until well combined and you get the consistency you desire. If you want it looser, add a little more raspberry syrup and almond milk (or milk of choice) until you get the desired consistency.

Vanilla Glaze

• Similar to the Raspberry Glaze, sift the powdered sugar. Add Chandler Honey Créme Brûlée Honey, vanilla extract, and almond milk into the powdered sugar and mix until you get the desired consistency. 

How to Glaze

• Now for the fun part, we glaze our doughnuts, woot woot! 

  You have two options: you can dip or spoon the glaze over the doughnuts. The choice is yours. I highly recommend using a thicker glaze to spoon over and a thin glaze for the dipping method. 

Spooning Method - Thick Glaze: 

• • Spoon glaze over the doughnut, creating a thick blanket of yummy glaze over your doughnut. You can control how much you want to add. Then set on wire rack or plate to set.

  • This glaze longer to set to get that hardened finish. The best way to achieve that is to let it set in the fridge for a few hours. 

Dipping Method - Thin Glaze: 

• • Dip face down, and after a few moments, pull out and allow the access glaze to drip off. For complete coverage, use a spoon, shower the glaze over the doughnuts, and lift it out with a spoon or fork. Set it on a wire rack with some parchment paper underneath to catch the drippings for about 10-15 minutes. Then repeat the steps until you get the coverage you desire.

  • Gives you the same beautiful, glossy sheen look as traditional, store-made, fried doughnuts. 
• So go ahead and have fun with it. Each method turns out amazing! 

After Glazing

• If you want to take things to another level, you can decorate them with some fun sprinkles! Be sure to add them while the glaze is still wet or they won’t stick.
• Once you are done, let it set at room temperature for 1-2 hours to harden. If you can't resist (trust me, it is no easy feat to wait), feel free to eat them just as! If you want the glaze to harden faster, place them in the fridge for a couple of hours.
• All that's left to do is devour these delightful Vanilla and Raspberry Doughnuts, enjoy!

Notes

* YIELDS 6 DOUGHNUTS + 12 MINI DOUGHNUTS

** Chandler Honey Créme Brûlée Honey uses glorious, unpasteurized, raw honey, which means the flavours are concentrated and a little goes a long way. Plus, we are sweetening up the doughnuts with the glaze, so we don't need a lot of sweetness. But feel free to adjust to taste by adding a little less or more depending on what you fancy best.

*** For these proportions, use according to the consistency of the glaze you desire. 

GLAZE NOTE: The glaze hardens very quickly but not to fret, if that happens just add a little more almond milk, and it will loosen up again and be good to go! 

STORAGE

UNGLAZED DOUGHNUTS/MINI DOUGHNUTS: Place in the fridge covered in plastic wrap or a glass container with a lid for up to 2-3 days, unglazed, and stored in the freezer for up to a month in a zip-lock bag or freezer-safe container. 

GLAZED DOUGHNUTS/MINI DOUGHNUTS: Place in the fridge in a glass container with a lid for up to 1-2 days (if they last that long!). You can freeze them as well. Place them on a tray and freeze for 1-2 hours until the glaze hardens. Then store them in a zip lock bag for up to 2 weeks.

GLAZE: I actually don't recommend storing the glaze. It hardens and is not great to work with after some time, so it is best to make it fresh. Instead, create one batch at a time and if you need more, just make another batch. 

BATCH BAKING: Want more doughnuts? Not a problem! Just double up the recipe and you'll have more doughnuts in no time.

Enjoy!

This recipe and post are created in collaboration with Chandler Honey, all opinions are solely my own.

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Hello lovely friends!

Looking to create some sweet treats to celebrate Easter this long weekend?  

Check out some of my celebratory sweet treats recipes like Coconut Macaroon Eggs, Sprinkles Carrot Cupcakes, and Very Vanilla Cake. They are all easy to make and also gluten-free and refined sugar-free!

Not quite in the mood for a sweet treat but want something special to celebrate the weekend? Try out my Oats & Brown Rice Pancakes recipe for your breakfast or brunch that always makes the day feel extra sunny and bright. 

So whether you’re celebrating Easter or just enjoying the long weekend, there is something for everyone!

Which one(s) are you going to try out? Lemme know in the comments below.

Wishing all of you a very Happy Easter!

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