christmas recipes

Hanukkah Jelly Donuts – Sufganiyot

There isn’t a better time to make jelly donuts than during Hanukkah.  Frying them in coconut oil adds a slight sweetness to the dough without adding a ton of extra sugar.  Here is our recipe for Hanukkah Jelly Donuts, more traditionally called Sufganiyot. Hanukkah Jelly Donuts – Sufganiot Adapted from this recipe. 1 1/4 cups slightly warm water or 1 1/4 cups slightly warm milk 1 tablespoon yeast 6 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup Kelapo coconut oil 2 egg yolks 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract 3 1/2-4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour (or half all-purpose […]

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Merry Christmas! – Vegan “Egg” Nog

Merry Christmas everyone!  We hope everyone has a great day filled with family, friends, food, and of course some presents won’t hurt!  Whip up this yummy vegan “egg” nog to enjoy at your Christmas party tonight.   Vegan “Egg” Nog Adapted from this recipe. 4 cups coconut milk 1/4-3/4 cup vegan creamer 1/2 ripe banana, mashed 1 whole real vanilla bean, seeds and bean pod 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp spice blend (nutmeg, cloves, allspice, cinnamon) 1/4 tsp cayenne 1 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp maple syrup 1/4 tsp sea salt A dash fine black pepper 1/8 tsp fresh grated […]

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Christmas Breakfast: Quiche Lorraine

Merry Christmas Eve!  Have you planned what you are making for breakfast on Christmas morning yet?  If not try this easy quiche lorraine with homemade pie crust.  You can make it tonight and then heat it up in the morning so you can spend time with your family opening gifts instead of slaving over the stove all morning.  I make this all the time and eat it within a few days of making it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Pie Crust 3/4 cup Kelapo Coconut Oil (softened) 2 cups flour 1 tsp salt 2–3 Tbsp ice cold water Quiche Lorraine 12 slices bacon […]

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