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5-Ingredient Vegan Raw Apple Pie

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Vegan 5 Ingredient Vegan Raw Apple Pie

While searching for a dish to bring to my next ‘rawluck’ (raw vegan potluck), I found a recipe for 5-Ingredient Raw Apple Pie on Ali Seiter’s Farmers Market Vegan blog. I tested it and, while …

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DIY Gold Leaf Wreath

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I was in a crafty mood recently and decided to whip up a wreath. I’m so into GOLD. For the longest time, gold was not in fashion. Well, it’s back and I love it. I love gold jewelry, gold dishes, gold decor, gold shoes, you name it. So, why not a gold wreath? One that can be used for both fall and winter. Just swap the ribbon for a festive red one or add a few sprigs of holly…and bam! it’s a Christmas wreath. Kind of like that other wreath I made.

DIY Gold Leaf Wreath - super easy and fast #diyDIY Gold Leaf Wreath - super easy and fast #diyThis isn’t complicated, folks. Pretty simple stuff.

You’ll need:

  • 14″ straw wreath
  • 2.5″ wide gold ribbon
  • scissors
  • glue gun and glue sticks
  • small plate or piece of cardboard (for the hot glue gun)
  • gold leaf floral stems (I got mine at Hobby Lobby in the floral department and used 3 of them.)
  • (optional) wide ribbon for hanging

I waited for a floral sale at Hobby Lobby and got them for 50% off (originally about $10 each). Used my 40% off coupon for the ribbon. The straw wreath was only about $4. And I already had scissors, glue gun, glue sticks. So I spent about $25 on materials.

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Vegan Pumpkin Pecan Cake (Gluten-free)

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Vegan Pumpkin Pecan Cake

It’s pumpkin-everything season. Pumpkin Spice Latte. Pumpkin Pie. Pumpkin Soup. Pumpkin carving. Pumpkin candles. And my latest obsession, Pumpkin Cream Rooibos Tea. And here’s one more for ya—Pumpkin Pecan Cake. This is a have-a-friend-over-for-coffee kind of cake.

She’ll never guess it’s vegan and gluten-free. She’ll ask you for the recipe. You’ll top off her coffee (or pumpkin cream tea) and chat away.

Vegan Pumpkin Pecan Cake (Gluten-free)

The best way I can describe this dessert is a cross between carrot cake and coffee cake. It’s very moist and has a pumpkin seed-pecan crumb topping that steals the show. With about 300 calories and 17 grams of fat per serving, it’s definitely a TREAT. People too often assume vegan equals healthy.

Just because it’s vegan doesn’t mean you should have a second piece. A single piece is definitely worth the splurge, though.

Vegan Pumpkin Pecan Cake (Gluten-free)

I promise that this will be the only pumpkin recipe you see on 86 Lemons this season. One can only take so much pumpkin.

If you haven’t had your fill, then here are a few other vegan pumpkin recipes you might enjoy:  Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies, Pumpkin Pie Smoothie, Pumpkin Spice Turnovers, Harvest Vegetable Stew in Mini Pumpkins.

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Vegan Apple Tart (Gluten-free)

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Vegan Apple Tart

This Apple Tart is SO GOOD! It has a 5-ingredient crust with a buttery, shortbread-like flavor and texture. The filling and glaze are equally simple and impressive. The end result is a beautiful, healthy dessert with a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. A crowd-pleaser that will quickly disappear long before you’ve had a chance to mention it’s vegan and gluten-free.

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Turnovers

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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Turnovers

Heavenly. That’s what these are. Flaky pockets of phyllo filled with sweet, creamy pumpkin filling. I do my best to limit my refined sugar and gluten intake, however, a girl’s gotta live now ‘n then. …

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Vegan Apple Pie (Gluten-free)

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Vegan Apple Pie

If you’ve been following along, you know about my vegan superhero crush on Dreena Burton, author of several cookbooks, including my favorite, Let Them Eat Vegan! I’ve tried a number of her recipes and they’ve ALL …

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DIY Felt Leaf Garland

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Have you been to a Pinterest Party yet? On Saturday, I attended my third one. It’s basically just a designated time and place for girlfriends to gather and actually MAKE a few of the projects …

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