Archives for 2018

When it comes to the world of “detox” I’m torn. Yes, I do like my smoothies green and refreshing. And I do like to consume something that makes me feel like I’m on top of things. That, whatever this specific day brings, I’m ready for it. I also like the idea to rid my stressed body of any unnecessary residues that are still stored inside of me.

But wait, what kind of residues are we actually talking about? Right, most like last nights fast food and vodka soda. And this is where detox get’s an off-taste – me trying to fix last nights choices with a green breakfast smoothie or maybe a even a half day fast, going from one extreme to another.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not trying to make a case against green smoothies. Sometimes it’s exactly what we need. But maybe we need to make sure, we drink it for the right reasons. …

(Deutsch) Und was isst du dann? Ein Kochbuch über Leckerstes. Glutenfrei, pflanzlich, zuckerlos

February 23, 2018 by Deniz 1 Comment

Sorry, this entry is only available in German.

Spelt Banana Bread with Nuts | sugar-free, vegan, wheat-free

February 21, 2018 by Deniz 5 Comments

Do you have a favorite vegan and sugar-free banana bread recipe yet? Or are you like me, who pins and saves hundreds of different recipes from all over the web, continuously tinkering around with them?

Either way, I ask you not to miss on this healthyish no added sugar banana bread version. It’s vegan and wheat-free, and the mix of oats, ground nuts and whole-grain spelt flour makes it a perfect guilt-free breakfast treat. The real magic happens before the baking though. I don’t just add the mashed raw banana to the batter. Instead I allow the banana to bath and caramelize in a knob of hot coconut oil first! Caramelized banana for the win!

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Chocolate Butter Cookie Caramel Cups | wheatfree, sugar-free, vegan option

February 14, 2018 by Deniz 4 Comments

If I had a proper excuse, I’d probably try to play it. But I don’t have one. This recipe has been hiding in my digital drawer for way too long. But today this buttery beauty is finally being released into your wheat-free, sugar-free kitchen.

To be honest, I’d always favor one of these tartlets over any kind of traditional cake. The spelt flour crust reminds of buttery shortbread. Hidden underneath it’s crisp chocolate top is a creamy layer of homemade caramel that will knock of even the biggest cake lover off her socks. And did I mention that you can easily turn it into a lactose-free or vegan treat if you like?

A short note on the video: I was very fortunate to spend some time with the amazing team at Kitchen Stories, who created this beautiful recipe video with me. The video is in German, but I hope you’ll enjoy it anyways, at least for it’s instructional purpose. 😉

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Cheesy Spelt Focaccia with Sun Dried Tomatoes

January 24, 2018 by Deniz 2 Comments

Do you love a good barbecue with nicely roasted goods and matching spreads that are meant to be wiped away with a piece of bread? Do you crave a good sandwich bread that soaks up all the juice and sauce? And do you like to snack away and plain bread with butter from time to time too? I feel you! Enter, cheesy spelt focaccia that is sure to cater to all of those moments. It’s a staple a for me. Especially if there are many hungry mouth to feed.

Luckily the recipe is pretty straightforward. Like with any yeast dough the only thing you need to add is time. All other steps are not even worth mentioning. I usually go for my favorite toppings: gooey mozzarella, some hard cheese, rosemary and a few slices of dried tomato (see note below), refined with tasty oil. Not just any oil, but the oil those dried tomatoes bathed in before. This herb and garlic infused oil is a true gem and too good to waste. …