#veganfriendly

These dairy-free applesauce cookies are a spiced, soft-baked family classic. They are perfect for a sweet treat that everyone can enjoy, whether they are vegan or not.

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour. 1 teaspoon baking soda. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg. 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves. 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened. 3/4 cup packed brown sugar. 1/4 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1 1/2 cups rolled oats. 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries optional.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. In a large bowl, cream together vegan butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Mix in applesauce and vanilla extract. Gradually blend dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix in oats and raisins or cranberries, if using. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, until edges are golden. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional beef burgers. Packed with flavor and loaded with plant-based goodness, they are perfect for vegetarians and vegans alike.

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potatoes. 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed. 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup finely chopped onion. 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1/2 teaspoon chili powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes and black beans. Mash them together until well mixed. Add breadcrumbs, chopped onion, red bell pepper, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix everything until it forms a uniform mixture. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the burger patties in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Serve the sweet potato black bean burgers on buns with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, avocado, and your choice of condiments. Enjoy your homemade sweet potato black bean burgers!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes