I was trying to meditate one evening, but my monkey mind kept wandering off & I found myself thinking about trialing a fruity loaf spiked with ginger. The next morning, my daughter got up & said “I dreamed about trying to make a ginger fruit cake!” That was it. Game on! This simple little loaf is quick to make, satisfyingly spicy & delicious when eaten warm & fresh.
…Black Bean Sesame Chocolate Truffles
Healthy, nutrient-dense, plant-based, perfectly rich & soft! It’s no secret that I’m a tahini freak – I’m in love with its mineral-rich creaminess – and I’m also in love with plant protein and the endless creative ways it can be added to our diets. This recipe is a classic example – black beans form the bulk of the truffle, complimented sweetly with a little maple, nut butter and of course, cacao. The other star of the show is sesame (tahini’s origins!), which adds a toasty, nutty, crunchy, warmth.
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