Seed cycling. Ever tried it? I first became aware of the idea that diet affects your menstrual cycle from the book WomanCode by Alisa Vitti, which (among other wonderful, helpful things) promotes eating certain foods during certain times of your cycle to improve hormonal ... Read more →
Easy 5-Ingredient Protein Bars (Peanut Butter Chocolate!)
Friends, behold: the easiest, most irresistible DIY protein bars on the block. They're salty, naturally sweet, and topped with (optional but not-so-optional) melted dark chocolate. But most importantly, they require just 5 ingredients, 1 food processor (or blender), and 20 ... Read more →
5-Ingredient Protein Balls (Low Sugar, Grain-Free)
One of my favorite restaurants in Portland is Harlow. Sometimes I go for brunch and while waiting in line, I eye the raw and baked treats on the counter. One of my favorite treats is something called an "almond butter protein sphere." Um, hello? Could there be a more perfect name ... Read more →
Chocolate Protein Shake (Protein Powder-Free!)
Protein smoothies are great and all, but sometimes it's nice to just eat real food instead of a powder. Would you believe us if we said you can make a delicious plant-based protein shake with more than 20 grams of protein, without any protein powder? It's true! Is it delicious? ... Read more →
How to Make Chia Pudding
How to Make Chia Pudding Creamy, thick chia pudding that's easy to make, nutritious, and so delicious! Just 4 ingredients required for this tasty breakfast, snack, or dessert! CHIA PUDDING1 1/2 cups dairy-free milk ((we used DIY coconut - use creamier milks for ... Read more →
5-Minute Raw-Nola
Anyone who has been around Minimalist Baker for a while knows we have a thing for dates. Lots of dates. And we also have a thing for granola. So it was only a matter of time before the two collided into one delicious, raw, 5-minute granola. ... Read more →
How to Make a Chia Egg
What's a chia egg? If you're looking to get into vegan baking, you should know what a chia egg is and how to use it! It's simple - just 1 Tbsp chia seeds + 2.5 Tbsp water = a chia egg. But then what? So many uses! You can use a chia egg (or flax egg) as an egg ... Read more →