All Recipes – Page 8 – The Vegan Rhino

December 18, 2019October 29, 2020

Shortbread Cookies

When I think of shortbread cookies, I think of buttery biscuits that are simple, sugary, and have the perfect crunch! You know what makes them even better? Dipping the ends in melted chocolate with a sprinkle of coconut flakes, if you’d like. These cookies keep well in an airtight container and you can even make the dough well in advance for quick treats!

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Ingredients

1-1/2 cups vegan butter (3 sticks), softened

1 cup organic cane sugar

1 Tbsp. egg replacer + 2 Tbsp. filtered water

1/4 tsp. Himalayan fine pink salt

1 tsp. vanilla extract

3-1/2 cups organic all-purpose flour

Sugar for sprinkling, optional

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and prepare 2 baking sheets with parchment paper; Set aside for later.
In a stand mixer, combine the butter, salt, sugar and beat on high until smooth and creamy. Stir in the egg replacer and vanilla.
By hand, fold in the flour a little each time until its all mixed. Divide the dough in half, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 45 minutes.
Working with one disk of dough at a time, flour your surface and roll the dough until it is 1/2″ in thick. Cut the cookies using a circular cookie cutter.
Transfer the cut cookies to the prepared baking sheets and sprinkle lightly with sugar. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
Store in a container for up to 1 week.

Chef’s tip: Dip half of the cookies in the melted chocolate and sprinkle with toasted coconut.

Toppings:

2 cups vegan dark or semi sweet chocolate

1 cup toasted coconut flakes, optional

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December 17, 2019October 29, 2020

Flourless Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Ingredients

1 cup peanut butter

1 cup light brown sugar

1 Tbsp. egg replacer + 2 Tbsp. filtered water

1 tsp. baking soda

1 cup vegan chocolate chips

Directions

In a bowl, beat together peanut butter, and brown sugar until creamy. Stir in the egg replacer and baking soda. Fold in the chocolate chips.
On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drop rounded teaspoon onto uncreased pan. Space the cookies about 2-inches apart.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Cookies are puffed and slightly browned.
Let cookies cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef’s tip:

December 9, 2019May 14, 2020

Applesauce Bars

When you have to make a dessert that is easily shareable, these bars are your go-to dessert. With a simple glaze that covers the top, these homemade applesauce bars are the perfect treat! The best way to enjoy these bars are when they come out of the oven and have slightly cooled. The warm sensation with Fall flavors and cinnamon glaze is a finger-licking good recipe.

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Ingredients

1 cup organic cane sugar

1 cup applesauce

1/2 cup avocado oil

2 cups all-purpose organic flour

1 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp Himalayan fine pink salt

1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg

1/4 tsp. ground cloves

1 cup raisins

1/2 cup walnuts nuts

Glaze:

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1-2 Tbsp. hot water, use as needed

1/8 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/8 tsp. Himalayan salt

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a bowl, combine the sugar, apple sauce, and oil. Mix together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a separate bowl and add it to the wet mixture. Stir until combined. Fold in the raisins and nuts.
Grease and flour a 13×9-inch baking pan and add the cookie bar mixture.
Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before topping with glaze.
Enjoy

Chef’s tip: You can swap the raisins for another type of dried fruit of your choosing.

December 9, 2019December 18, 2020

Gingerbread Cookies

Here is my favorite gingerbread cookie recipes—and probably one of the more classic Christmas cookies you’ll find. Whenever Christmas comes around, the first thing on my mind are gingerbread cookies and houses, apple pies, and more! I’m sure we can all agree that the smell of gingerbread baking is the quintessential smell of the holiday season. What I enjoy most about this dough is that you can store it in the fridge for up to two days, giving you ample amount of time to get them baked and decorated in time for those holiday parties. There are two different options when baking, my favorite is a plump gingerbread cookie because they are more moist. Or, you can roll it thin, making a crispier cookie. No matter what you chose, you are going to love this recipe!

Yield: 48 cookies

Ingredients

1 cup plant-based butter, softened

1/2 cup organic maple syrup

1 cup dark brown sugar

1 Tbsp. egg replacer + 2 Tbsp. water, combined

1/2 tsp. baking soda

1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon

1 Tbsp. ground ginger

1 tsp. ground nutmeg

1/2 tsp. Himalayan pink salt

1/2 tsp. ground cloves

4 cups organic all-purpose flour

Royal icing

4 cups powdered sugar

1/2 cup concentrated aquafaba liquid, (2 cans garbanzo beans)

1 tsp. vanilla extract

Directions

Gingerbread

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. and line two baking sheets with parchment paper; Set aside for later.
In a small pot, add both cans of chickpea liquid and reduce by half. Set in refrigerator overnight.
In a stand mixer, combine butter, brown sugar, and cream together until smooth. Add the maple syrup and mix until combined. Stir in the egg replacer and then the baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt mixing until well combined.
Slowly add the flour in batches while mixing on a low speed until it is all gone. Once the dough comes together, roll into a ball, divide it in half, and wrap each half in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
Remove dough and transfer to a lightly dusted counter and roll the dough to 1/8”-inch thickness. Cut the dough with desired cookie cutters and transfer to the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
Allow to completely cool before decorating.

Frosting

In a large bowl, add the concentrated aquafaba and beat on high for 7 minutes, or until stiff peaks are formed. Slowly add the powdered sugar until combined. Pour royal icing into a piping bag to decorate.
Store in a cookie container to retain freshness.

Chef’s tip: If you are making these with children, place a small hole in the head of the gingerbread. This makes for a great edible ornament activity.

November 27, 2019April 3, 2021

Mushroom Gravy

This Mushroom Gravy recipe is perfect for my vegan roast turkey, garlic-chive mashed potatoes, or anything else you can think of! Growing up, I would pour tons of gravy on my stuffing, mashed potatoes, and anything else I could, I would. Realizing the importance of a good gravy, I thought this would be the perfect recipe for your holiday roasts and more!

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Ingredients

1/4 cup vegan butter

2 (8 oz) packages baby Bella mushrooms, sliced

1/4 cup white onion, chopped

1/4 cup King Arthur organic flour

3-1/2 cups vegetable broth

1 tsp. balsamic vinegar

1/4 tsp. Vitacost Himalayan Fine Pink Salt

1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

1/4 tsp. fresh thyme, minced

Directions

In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and add the sliced mushrooms and onions. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and sauté for 15 minutes until the water has evaporated. Add balsamic vinegar and cook for an additional minute.
Sprinkle the flour and cook for an addition 1 to 2 minutes. Slowly pour the vegetable broth while stirring and season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
Cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once thickened, remove from heat and pour into gravy boat.
Serve immedietly.

Chef’s tip: Add a splash of vegan worcestershire sauce.

November 27, 2019May 14, 2020

Roast Turkey

How to cook a perfect plant-based roast “turkey” this holiday season without the turkey! My plant-based Roast “Turkey” is flavorful, has great texture, and pairs well slathered in my homemade mushroom gravy. Whether you decide to stuff it with my Pecan and Pear-Bourbon Stuffing or not, your family and guests will surely be impressed!

Yields 5 servings

Ingredients

1 (8 oz. can) chickpeas, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup dry white wine

1/2 cup vegetable broth

2 Tbsp. Braggs liquid aminos

1-1/4 tsp. onion powder

1 tsp. garlic, minced

2 tsp. parsley, chopped

3/4 tsp. poultry seasoning

1/2 tsp. rosemary, chopped

1/2 tsp. smoke flavoring

1 tsp. ground white pepper

1 tsp. Vitacost Himalayan Fine Pink Salt

2-1/4 cup vital wheat gluten

1/4 cup nutritional yeast

1/4 cup oat flour

Directions

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
In a blender, combine everything except for the nutritional yeast, oat flour, and vital wheat gluten. Blend until smooth.
In a bowl, mix together the dry ingredients you didn’t add in above’s step. Pour the mixture into the flour and stir until well combined.
On a large piece of tin foil, scoop and shape into an even loaf. Wrap in tin foil and place on a baking sheet.
Bake for 80 minutes; allow to cool for 10 minutes.
Slice and serve immedietly with mushroom gravy.

Chef’s tip: If you would like a more firm roast, cook for an additional 30 minutes.

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November 26, 2019May 14, 2020

Mini Cheesecake with Raw Caramel Sauce

Velvety smooth, this no-bake mini cheesecake is perfect for the holiday season! You can share them by slicing little bite size pieces or take it one step further and coat completely in melted chocolate- Yummm! What makes this cheesecake better than the others you may be wondering. The secret is in the crust, I used @simplemills pecan cookies which give this cheesecake the simple touch it needed.

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Ingredients

Crust:

1/2 box Simple Mills Pecan Cookies, crushed

1/4 cup pecans

4 to 5 Medjool dates, pitted

Pinch of Vitacost Himalayan Fine Pink Salt

Filling:

1-1/2 cups cashews, soaked overnight

1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp. filtered water

1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp. maple syrup

1/4 cup coconut oil

2 Tbsp. lemon juice

1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Caramel:

8 to 9 Medjool dates, pitted

1/4 cup coconut milk

1 tsp. vanilla extract

Pinch of Himalayan Salt

Directions

In a blender or food processor, combine the caramel ingredients and blend until smooth. Place in the fridge and set aside.
Line the bottom of 4 round ramekins with cling-wrap. Set aside for later.
In a food processor, add the crust ingredients and process until it starts to form a sticky-like dough. Once clumped together, transfer to your ramekins and press it down evenly. Place in the freezer to set for 30 minutes.
In a blender, take your soaked cashew, water, maple syrup, coconut oil, lemon juice, and vanilla and blend until very smooth.
Pour mixture on top of the almond crust and smooth down with back of a spatula. Place back into the freezer to set fully, about 5-7 hours (best results overnight).
Allow mini cheesecakes to thaw at room temperature for at least 20-30 minutes before serving.
Remove from ramekins and serve with caramel drizzled on top.

Chef’s tip: Swirl pumpkin purée into the batter once poured.

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Rhino’s Pumpkin Roll

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November 26, 2019May 14, 2020

Caramel Sauce

This sticky pot of goodness is a great version if you are looking for less sugar and more caramel. Although it is still comprised of sugar, you are not going to be overwhelmed by the sugar, as most caramels can have. This homemade caramel is great for dunking apples or even making a caramel peanut brittle, the options are endless.

Yields 1 large mason jar

Ingredients

1 cup butter

1-1/4 cups brown sugar + 1/4 cup water (DIY light corn syrup)

2 cup Vitacost brown sugar

2 tsp. vanilla extract

14 oz. condensed “milk”

Directions

Add all ingredients into medium sauce pan and bring to a boil on medium-high heat. Make sure to constantly stir until 20-25 minutes have passed or temperature reaches 245 degrees F (soft ball stage).
Remove from heat and allow to cool before adding the vanilla. Store in and mix. Allow caramel to cool.
Pour into mason jar or air tight container and store for up to 1 week in refrigerator.

Chef’s tip: Make sure that you do not go over 245 degrees F or you will have a caramel that will crack.

November 26, 2019November 26, 2020

Candied Yams and Carrot with Marshmallow Topping

What’s a thanksgiving meal without the candied yams and marshmallows? Plant-based that is! Being one of those must have dishes on most tables, this one-pot-stop recipe is probably the easiest to make during the holidays. My secret addition for the best candied yams is adding diced carrots which go perfect with those Fall spices. Once you get these gems in the oven, you’ll understand why these are an essential part to any holiday feast.

Servings: 10 people

Ingredients

7 1/2 cups yams

6 large carrots

1 cup light brown sugar

2/3 cup vegan butter, melted

1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg

1 tsp. ground cinnamon

1 tsp. Himalayan pink salt

1 Tbsp. vanilla extract

2 cups Dandies marshmallows

Directions

Peel and chop the yams and carrots. Boil in a medium pot of well-salted water until fork tender. Drain and add to a casserole dish.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Sprinkle yams and carrots with brown sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Mix together melted butter and vanilla extract and drizzle over yams and carrot mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
Bake covered for 35 to 40 minutes or until bubbly. Remove from the yams the oven and top with the marshmallows. Set the oven to broil and brown the top slightly until golden in color.
Serve immediately.

Chef’s tip: Prepare these the night before without the marshmallows on top. Bake and before serving, top with marshmallows and brown.

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November 23, 2019October 31, 2020

Pomegranate-Feta Salad

Bring this light and fresh Pomegranate-Feta Salad with sliced pears to any party and watch it disap-pear! Dark leafy greens always make for the healthiest salad, especially when adding other vibrant fruits and vegetables. It’s super easy to toss together and makes for the perfect side dish for any meal.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup pecans

1/4 cup organic cane sugar

1 (10 oz) container mixed greens or arugula

1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

1/4 red onion, sliced thinly

1 large Bosc pear, cubed

1 (8 oz) package vegan feta

Dressing:

1/4 cup avocado oil

3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar

1 lemon, zested and juiced

3 tsp. Dijon mustard

1 Tbsp. maple syrup

1 tsp. freshly grated ginger

1/4 tsp. Vitacost Himalayan Fine Pink Salt

1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

Directions

In a small mason jar, combine all of the dressing ingredients and shake until combined; Set aside.
Using a small skillet on medium heat, add the pecans and sugar. Melt the sugar until it coats the pecans and turns to a syrup-like consistency. Place pecans onto a parchment lined baking sheet to cool. Be sure to separate them as the cool, otherwise they will stick together.
On a plate or bowl, place the lettuce and top with onions, feta, pears, and pomegranate seeds.
Drizzle dressing before serving and enjoy.

Chef’s tip: Add a dash of maple syrup to the dressing to sweeten it up!

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