Dessert Recipes
Baked Blueberry Donuts
Baked Blueberry Donuts are my new favourite. I’ve been craving these bad boys for awhile now and I am so excited to finally share with you. I know what you are thinking, how can donuts be healthy? Well I’ve created an awesome recipe for you to try. These yummy Blueberry Donuts are baked not fried.…
| Brunch, Dessert
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies… did someone say Cookie?! (insert Cookie Monster voice.) Nomnomnom. These delicious oatmeal cookies are chewy, delicious, gluten free, refined sugar free and completely hit the spot with just the right amount of chocolate.
| Dessert
Warm Apple Crisp
This is one of my favourite Thanksgiving desserts. The apples are especially perfect in the autumn season. The leftovers make an even better breakfast! Simple, delicious and did I mention gluten free? The topping is a crispy and sweet, that pairs exceptionally well with the apples. I love using Empire or Fiji apples as they…
| Dessert
Summer Peach Crisp
Life really should be more like peaches and cream. In other words they are a beautiful marriage of ingredients that taste too good to be true. My easy Summer Peach Crisp is filled with fresh, juicy peaches and a yummy crisp topping. Just don’t forget the ice-cream! This recipe is so versatile you can even…
| Dessert
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
I love the smell of apple cinnamon. It instantly reminds me of my childhood when my mother would be baking in the kitchen after school and the aromas made me feel all warm and cozy. With fall fast approaching, I have created these delicious Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies that will bring that same feeling to…
| Dessert
Lemon Meringue Pie
Looking for a light sweet treat this summer? I have an amazing classic recipe that can brighten anyone’s day and looks like a little ray of sunshine. Our Lemon Meringue Pie is packed with a creamy tart lemon flavour. Trust me, your family will be thoroughly impressed. This recipe has been passed down from my…
| Dessert
Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Looking for a great way to say ‘I love You’. Cookies are my favourite way to let someone know I care about them. I know in my family, we say it by the love we put into the food we make for each other. Try these lovely Vegan Chocolate Chip and Walnut Cookies. They are…
| Dessert

Hi, I'm Rachelle
The Vivacious Gourmet
I share delicious healthy recipes that are simple to make, with wholesome fresh ingredients.
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