#springtreats

Celebrate the beauty of spring with these colorful and delicious dipped Oreos. Perfect for any occasion.

These hidden bunny mini cheesecakes are a cute and delicious dessert idea for Easter. They feature a creamy cashew cheesecake filling with a hidden chocolate surprise in the center.

Ingredients: 1 cup vegan graham cracker crumbs. 2 tbsp vegan butter, melted. 1 1/2 cups raw cashews, soaked for 4-6 hours or overnight. 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk. 1/3 cup maple syrup. 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted. 1 tsp vanilla extract. 1/4 cup lemon juice. 1/4 tsp salt. 1/4 cup vegan chocolate chips, melted.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted vegan butter until well combined. Press this mixture into the bottom of each cavity of a mini cheesecake pan. Bake the crusts for 5 minutes, then remove from the oven and let them cool. In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, coconut milk, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour half of the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crusts. Add a dollop of melted vegan chocolate in the center of each cheesecake, forming a small circle. Pour the remaining cheesecake mixture over the chocolate, filling each cavity almost to the top. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the chocolate into the cheesecake mixture, creating a marbled effect. Freeze the cheesecakes for at least 4 hours, or until firm. Once the cheesecakes are frozen, remove them from the pan and let them thaw slightly. Using a small bunny-shaped cookie cutter, cut out a bunny shape from the center of each cheesecake. Remove the excess cheesecake around the bunny shape. Serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Fresh strawberries and bananas make this smoothie taste great in the spring, and the creamy Greek yogurt and honey keep the flavors in check. It gets a healthy green boost from the spinach. Having a tasty and healthy treat is a great way to welcome spring.

Ingredients: 1 cup fresh strawberries. 1 ripe banana. 1/2 cup Greek yogurt. 1/2 cup orange juice. 1/4 cup honey. 1/2 cup spinach leaves. 1/2 cup ice cubes.

Instructions: Wash the strawberries and remove the stems. Peel and slice the banana. Place all the ingredients in a blender. Blend on high until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness with more honey if desired. Pour into glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a fresh strawberry or mint leaves if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes