Author: Kreg

Better Boxed Peanut Butter Oreo Brownies

Brownies are one of those desserts that almost everyone loves, but I’ll be honest, boxed mixes can sometimes let vegans down. They can turn out too oily like lava, too cakey, or just off. That’s why I came up with my Better Boxed Vegan Brownies method, and I’ve been using […]

Pumpkin Crinkle Cookies (Egg and Dairy-Free)

I’ll be honest, when I first started testing these pumpkin crinkle cookies, I wasn’t even sure what the perfect texture was supposed to be as I don’t recall ever having one before I went vegan. Should they be puffy? Flat? Chewy? Cakey? I went down a rabbit hole of research […]

Honey and veganism: a sticky debate

Honey is often marketed as a wholesome, natural sweetener, but is it vegan? The answer isn’t really that complicated as it’s the product of an animal so seems pretty straightforward that it’s not vegan right? Some vegans say “not so fast…” and claim they still eat honey but identify as […]

Why Trader Joe’s discontinues your favorites

If you’ve ever fallen in love with a Trader Joe’s snack or frozen meal only to return and find it gone, you’re definitely not alone. Few things are more heartbreaking than discovering that your go-to product has been discontinued. From their vegan buttery spread to their beloved vegan brioche loaf […]

Baking without eggs and dairy guide

Baking without eggs or dairy might sound tricky at first, but it’s easier than you think. Whether you’re vegan, managing allergies, or just ran out of ingredients, there are plenty of simple swaps that can make your cakes, cookies, and muffins turn out just as delicious. In this guide, we’ll […]

Reese’s Peanut Butter Baking Chips Go Dairy-Free

No whey! Reese’s Peanut Butter Baking Chips have been reformulated to be dairy-free and also kosher pareve! Yes, the beloved baking staple has dropped the whey (milk) previously found in its recipe, opening up cookie doughs, brownies, and pancakes to a wider audience without sacrificing that iconic Reese’s flavor. What […]