Today I decided to highlight some of my favorite and memorable recipes using Oats.
The ordering of this post is:
- Bowls of Oats: Overnight, Soaked, and Cooked
- Protein Oats
- Pancakes with Oats
- Energy & Protein Bars with Oats
- Cookies & Cookie Dough with Oats
- Other Desserts & Treats with Oats
- Vegan Gluten & Soy-Free Granola
Brown Sugar & Cinnamon Raisin Oats
And garnished with banana slices and raisins. Warm and soothing on chilly winter mornings!
Overnight Peanut Butter-Banana-Vanilla-Chia Oats
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Oats
The next morning? Creamy, coconutty, mango-ey, chia-ey action
Banana Cinnamon Raisin Oatmeal
Chocolate Brownie Protein Oats
With additional Tips Here
High Raw Vegan Chocolate-Coconut-Chia-Oat Dessert/Energy Bars
Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Bars
Popped it into the Freezer for Safekeeping Freezing.
Homeade No-Bake, Gluten & Soy Free Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Bars
Cut them into pretty snacks for on-the-go: No-Bake, Gluten-Free Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Bars
Check out the gooey-ness of the mashed frozen bananas meets maple + PB + the chewy oats. Nice.
Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Coconut Oil Protein Bars
Can see the Peanut Butter woven into the inside of the bar here? oh yeah, baby!
Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Coconut Oil Protein Bars
And the flavors of coconut, chia & flax seeds, mashed banana, oats, maple syrup, cinnamon, chocolate chips, well…they are really tasty in combination together!
The inside is perfectly chocolately and peanut buttery. Mmmm!
Microwave Chocolate Peanut Butter & Oat Snack Bars
Biggie Microwave Banana Oat Cakes
Biggie Microwave Banana Oat Cakes
Microwave Blueberry Banana Oat Cakes
Microwave Blueberry Banana Oat Cakes
Pumpkin Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
Caramel Peanut Butter & Jelly Bars
Caramel Peanut Butter & Jelly Bars
Caramel and Chocolate Gooey Bars
Caramel and Chocolate Gooey Bars
Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
High Raw Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls
For full recipe info, click right on over to here! 10 minutes til heaven in your mouth if you get started now!
Cashews & Oats
Add the Liquids (Maple and/or Agave or both, Vanilla Extract)
Add the Chocolate Chips
Blend for a Second or by hand
Form the balls
After refrigeration they looked like this. And they will keep for weeks in the fridge.
I love the chunks of (vegan) chocolate chips in the high Raw Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls
Coconut Oatmeal Toffee Cookies
Raw Vegan Chocolate Chocolate-Chip Cookies
No Bake Oatmeal Raisin Carrot Cake Bites
High Raw Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Balls
Vegan Maple-Nut Chocolate Oaties
Place the crumble topping over the apples, squirt some more agave over the top if desired
Look at all the slurpable agave-cinny juice. So good!
And here’s another version I made:
Raw Vegan Apple Crumble
And here’s yet another version I made:
Raw Vegan Apple Crumble
Vegan Gluten & Soy-Free Granola
Tip and Q & A of the Day: Are Oats Gluten Free?
This is sort of a trick question. I’ll explain.
Oats themselves are gluten-free. However, the issue that arises is that in the planting of oat crops, harvesting, milling, and transporting the oats, they are frequently cross-contaminated with wheat, rye, or barley which all are gluten-containing grains. So yes, oats are gluten-free inherently but they are surface-level contaminated with gluten, sometimes in large amounts, sometimes in trace amounts. For individuals with true Celiac Disease, gluten should be avoided at all costs.
For individuals like myself who are gluten-sensitive and gluten-intolerant, but it’s not a matter of life-and-death, to each his or her own whether they choose to purchase specifically certified Gluten-Free Oats. My gluten intolerance is not sensitive enough that I need to do this and I am fine using conventional oats, but I also don’t ever eat more than 1/3 cup per day or I will feel the effects systemically; but..
…”There are several companies who now sell “certified gluten-free oats,” which are oats that are farmed, harvested, processed and packed using special methods to avoid cross-contamination with gluten during every step of the way. Gluten-free oats currently sell for around $4 to $5 a pound.” (source)
If you feel that organic oats, Trader Joe’s or WF’s many varieties of oats, the bulk bins at your food co-op, or even Quaker Oats won’t suffice and need a truly Gluten-Free option, check out Gluten Free Oats or Bob’s Red Mill GF Oats.
So that was a long-winded answer but like I said, it’s tricky and only your own personal detective work will tell you whether you need Certified GF Oats or not.
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Your post hit on so many levels with me! First, I LOVE "gettin my hair did" too and am doing so a week from Monday. Can't wait! Second, I just posted on my blog about "un-plugging" a little. I'm going to take a break from Facebook…Third, Skylar is so cute! :> Oh, and I don't have a TJ's but wish we did desperately!
TJ's beats WF, anyday…my only complaint is that they don't have as much produce! I agree about unplugging. I feel like in college though, EVERYTHING is online. If you're not constantly on Facebook, you're out of the loop! It's a tough balance to find. I get my hair done every 2-3 months. I'm lucky that my hair is still pretty blonde and roots aren't too noticeable!
Awesome finds! I wish there was a TJs near my school- I'd be all over those plantain chips
I'm still sort of struggling to balance school/running/Sorority/SDA/blogging. I seriously don't know how you do it. It may or may not be exhausting me :/
I've been loving sunflower seeds lately. Have you tried sunflower seed butter? It's amazing
It is hard trying to balance blogging, the Internet, research, writing, etc., with real life but I'm working on improving myself.
And, phew, girl you've been BUSY!
Hugs,
Michele
I just made the flax cookies. They were yummy. I thought they tasted like buttered popcorn. Yum!! I've been looking to use up the toasted flax seeds I bought mistakenly. I usually get raw.
I'm trying to spend less time online because it makes me feel kind of blah. Even though I'm learning things most of the time. Like how to make yummy cookies!
Those flaxseed cookies look incredible!!! Yum!
love love love TJ!
Thanks for the comment on my blog!
Omgosh I have NEVER ever heard of plantains here in Australia. I don't think we have them!!
I try to only go on the computer in the morning OR the night, but always end up going back and forth just checking my facebook/blogger or whatever.
Fav nut- Almond. Fav seed- probs Pumpkin.. and I get my hair done whenever it needs it!!
Natalia
Your daughter is just the cutest thing!! I can't wait to do ceramics my daughter! No big Super Bowl plans for me.
Have a great weekend Averie!
I like to think that I have a decent balance because I try to break down the time I spend on the computer into small increments, so it's not overwhelming to catch up with blogs/emails/typing Sunday school lessons & tutoring plans/etc. I do know I could probably get better at it still though.
And I am a HUGE TJ's fan! Can't handle WF and the abuse it does on my wallet
Not only are we going to Trader Joe's tonight, but we may go pottery painting tomorrow! We are in tune, my friend. About a month ago, I "purged" my reader. I'm down to about 20 blogs I read, and I only leave about 10 or so comments a night (I rotate). I feel much happier and balanced!!!
I want to try more hemp seeds! I Think I might light them. For nuts, I'm crossed between the peanut and the pistachio, either one heavily salted
Trader Joe couldn't get better than for his chocolate chips <3 I wish they'd make more decaf variety coffee, though :-/
Superbowl Sunday I'll be going back to my dorm and maybe eating Lightlife buffalo wings for celebrating
Love all of the TJ's finds!! I love that place, I need to go there more often!
Oh my what amazing goods you got at Trader Joes!! I need to go there next week, wish I could this weekend but we are snowed in!!!!
THose rice crackers and Plantain Chips are calling my name!! Send some over, lol!!
I get my hair done every month and a half, I do it a home on my own, its not too bad to color by yourself, can get messy if your not careful!!
Muah! I am following your blog now : ) why wasn't my booty before , hehehe!!
TRADER JOES IS BOMB! =D
oh man. i know, i'm surrounded by testosterone DAILY! LOL! it's not too bad. just stinks at times.
Nicknames are great. shows you are loved. =D TGIFFFFFFFFFFFFF boo!
Your daughter Skylar is so cute! I am huge trader joe's fan myself.. my sister and I can eat a bag of their rice crackers in one sitting
i LOVE those pics of sky baby!
you are so incredibly sweet-WOW your comment seriously warmed my heart! thank you for being such a light and so passionate! dang! made my night!
i LOVE GETTING MY HAIR DONE! it makes me feel so girly!
can't type much today, not feeling well. just have to say your blog always cheers me up.
Hi and I have a question. Do you have a Ranch Dressing recipie using that Vegan Mayo, please? I've tried making it with nuts and seeds, but it's double yukkie. Here's my email. rosapatirce@gmail.com Thank you very much!
I am so with you on the haircuts…I just waited 7 months and could not stand it any more…so I got about 6 inches cut off. I should be good for another 7 now! I am also with you on constantly looking for knowledge. I like learning new things and reading what is going on out there pushes me to try things for myself. I too love Trader Joe's…looks like you found some great stuff. Ours is a little out of the way, but I plan to go soon. I will have to try those chocolate chips. Hopefully they will work for me. Thanks for the information!
Wow, that caramel popcorn is vegan… dangerous indeed! I love your Trader Joe's finds, the French roast is my favorite. I hate how different Trader Joe's carry different items!
I can't believe how much you did this week! Happy weekend!
I really need a book that helps me root out "hidden" dairy… it's a learning process!
I totally wait too long on my hair. Eeee!
And I, too, love a full day of being unplugged. A week of no Internet on the cruise was amazing.
Hey Averie! I just whipped up your Raw Vegan Apple Carrot (Pan)cakes! They are dehydrating right now as we speak. I didn't want to grind up some almonds because I had some leftover almond pulp from making almond milk earlier today. So, I just used that. The batter was sort of wet, I think, compared to yours. Do you think it will still turn out alright? I am thinking they will probably have to stay in the dehydrator a little while longer because of the moisture.
Hi Averie! I've just recently started to explore the world of raw, and your blog is so filled with positive energy that I'm feeling incredibly inspired. Your yoga photos completely blow my mind!
Those flaxseed cookies look delicious — I love flaxseeds, although hemp seeds are a close second. And my favourite nuts are cashews too!
correction on my email!! It's actually rosapatrice@gmail.com. Do you have a vegan ranch dressing, please, anyone? Thank you very very much.
Those cookies look really amazing!
Its always so nice to be around others who share a passion for what you yourself love.
Have a wonderful day tomorrow at your training
I love sunbutter. Other nuts make me feel funny and give me horrible cramps. Its a bummer since I really love the flavor but Sunbutter is one of those things that gives me hope for the world haha! I also love pistachios and they seem to be fine to eat.
I sometimes have to limit my online time. I switch between reading a whole bunch and then being online a bunch. Its hard to balance it all but I am a stay at home mom so I do have lots of time its just a time management thing for me.
I love to run and that is so cleansing for me!
So anyways have a lovely day tomorrow sweetie!
Angie
Yum, I love the look of those maple cookies! Much healthier that the TJ's ones I have been obsessing over for sure.
By the way, I am definitely in the wait until I can't stand my hair anymore camp with you. I am so bad about getting regular haircuts!
I love TJ's. Whole Foods to me is just not worth a trip. I can get everything at TJs!
I am on the computer way too much! I need to stop focusing on blogging and start focusing on work…since they actually pay me!
"more mommy" is the best review you can get! i'm pretty jealous of your peaceful sunday plans, somehow i got duped into going to a superbowl party. eh! mm those medjools will be put to good use i'm sure!
I am also a HUGE TJ's fan. I also shop at a store called Fresh & Easy, they are even cheaper than TJ's for some things if you can believe it!
Love Southern Cali cheap food stores!!!
Have a great yoga class tomorrow, Averie! And a great rest of your weekend!
XO!
Erin
I'm so jealous of your hair appointment! Mine is looking a bit like a hot mess right now… I try to unplug a couple of nights a week so I don't burn out!
i love your blog!! you're eats look amazing, i love love love no bake cookies:). i think i can find a good balance between being on the computer and "real life" lol im only really ever on the computer if im not up moving around doing anything else. so its a pretty good balance.
amy<3
I can see them saying that people with depression may be on the computer a lot, but since I've become an internet addict (proudly since 1996) I'd have to say I'm LESS depressed. I always have someone to talk to or something to learn.I've opened up my life to so many things with the internet (found my grad program, my husband, etc.) that I brought MORE into my life. Better than sitting around depressed doing nothing.
PS I'm having flashes of Skylar in high school – BEAUTY!!!!
Hahaha at this: "Why did I feel like I was running around like a chicken with my head cut off? Oh wait, because I was! "
You're so adorable, Averie!
I have NEVER gotten my hair done before. I didn't know you had to wait with schedules and everything. how annoying.
Oh, and I blog at night. Since I have that 7pm rule, it works out really nicely.
The pottery painting trip looks like lots of fun! I look forward to taking the toddler one day…
Loved going along on your TJ's trip. I shop there every week and only once in a while at WF…. You are right, they have great things!
Blogging/"real" life balance? Still trying to figure that one out… But unplugging enough is certainly important…
Happy weekend!
Awesome yoga post! How do you get into it, though? I was never able to do it….
Those flax cookies sure look good – and speedy!
i loved the fair trade + cherries in your post as well!
ahh your recipes amaazeee- always
as far as balance- oh man, so hard!! i am drawn to blogging/the computer/tv shows/etc. but at the asme time i know too much is a problem. lately i feel like i've been doin ga good job of blogigng when i want to but there is still the obligation factor that will always be there- the obligation comes from myself though bc it is something i WANT to too but is still hard to find time for sometimes (does that make sense? haha)
i wait toooo long to get my hair cut!! i should be on a schedule- oops!!
xoxo
shelley
ooo i'm definitely going to have to make those cookies! i love trader joes. did you know all of their fair-trade coffee is Equal Exchange coffee, but under a private label? high quality!
ps did you see the breakfast bowl i'm co-hosting next week? you should definitely submit something!
http://dontwhitesugarcoatit.blogspot.com/2010/02/super-breakfast-bowl-challenge.html
I get excited when I see produce pictures.. Im odd. lol
I love to unplug! Im not on the computer at all during the day with my new job and its the best feeling ever. Honestly…
LOVE gettin the hair done.. I usually wait til it needs done to make an appt. Im naturally blond but went dark about 2 yrs ago so I need to get it colored every 2-3 months or so. Im growing my hair out.. I want it really long so I just get a trim!
LOVE flax seeds.. put em in my oatmeal, smoothies, and cereal!
Happy weekend, Averie
Hey Averie, I realllly liked your no bake flaxseed cookies. Simplicity wins my heart, every time.
2 weeks until graduation?! Sweet!!
I do think that being on the Internet affects our mood. Mostly, for me anyway, it's less of a conscious thing when I'm AT the computer – and more of a panic-thing when I finally tear myself away and look at the clock and go WOW WHERE DID ALL MY TIME GO. But I'm learning. I think for me a LOT of learning happens on the Internet too, and that's part of why it's so addicting, but I need to realize that some of life's lessons can only be learned by, well, living.
have a great weekend hon,
Aletheia xo
*Signed in with the wrong name above, sorry!*
Those cookies look great!
I understand where you're coming from with the internet 100%. I constantly struggle with a balancen between technology and the real world. Especially because I just moved to Toronto, don't have any friends aside from my school friends and my boyfriend, and the computer holds the key to all my friends and family back home, and blogging! But I need to take a step back every day, breathe, spend some time away and get in touch with the real world! I do need to unplug more, though.
I LOVE TJ's but we don't have it here in Canada! =(
Maybe one day!
I WISH I could get my hair done every 6-8 weeks like I used to, it's every three months or so for me now, being so busy/broke!
xo
K
Vibrant post!
I too can not justify the WF thing. TJ's is my go to with the occasional trip to WF for certain items.
The new organic coffee selections: great price, love that they are fair trade organic. Will try.
The plaintain crispy things….nice. Will look for those too. The nutrition profile isn't bad for some snacky crunch.
The raw flax cookies with maple look awesome! Can you bring some now
Yes, I like my flaxseeds toasted too, so much more flavor.
Internet and Balance: Wish I had more time to surf and blog. Hard to find the balance of creating my posts and reading and commenting. All of it is equally important to me. I love learning from all of you! It is inspiring. So fun to have online buddies. Exercise, daily of course!
Hair: Oh, honey…i'll go 6 months plus before tending to my mane. Color I do myself. Can't stand sitting in the salon….makes me nuts. When it's all done I feel great!
Seeds and nuts….love 'em all. Toasted.
xo
Vibrant post!
I too can not justify the WF thing. TJ's is my go to with the occasional trip to WF for certain items.
The new organic coffee selections: great price, love that they are fair trade organic. Will try.
The plaintain crispy things….nice. Will look for those too. The nutrition profile isn't bad for some snacky crunch.
The raw flax cookies with maple look awesome! Can you bring some now
Yes, I like my flaxseeds toasted too, so much more flavor.
Internet and Balance: Wish I had more time to surf and blog. Hard to find the balance of creating my posts and reading and commenting. All of it is equally important to me. I love learning from all of you! It is inspiring. So fun to have online buddies. Exercise, daily of course!
Hair: Oh, honey…i'll go 6 months plus before tending to my mane. Color I do myself. Can't stand sitting in the salon….makes me nuts. When it's all done I feel great!
Seeds and nuts….love 'em all. Toasted.
xo
Hey I got my hair done Friday as well. No color, just a much needed cut – it had been 6 months!
We love the plantains from Tj's! Oh, and they have the softest, freshest Medjool dates I have ever had…like candy!
I admit, I get a little obsessed with reading blogs. I try not to go on the computer after 5 pm and leave the evening for family time.
I have to get my hair done every 6 weeks because I turn GRAY and with my dark hair it is really noticable. I feel like I look 10 years older if I wait. Love flax seeds ground fresh-the smell is wonderful. And yes, if I don't get off the computer I go nutso!
Have a great day…..Lots of food for thought…..
Unfortunately I don't even have a TJs nearby.
I go to WF but it's always way more expensive. It's what I have so I can't complain (in fact it's my savior most of the time) but I always love going back to the TJs in my hometown. 
The raw flax cookies look awesome
Also it's an interesting point you bring up on computers and depression…hmmm…maybe I should look into that. My mom definitely thinks I'm an internet addict.
oh boy did you bring up a lot of good points ….I am having to unplug and re nogotiate my schedule.
i am big on balance. and I need to have a lot to do because I get restless and if i get restless I get moody.
I love it when i find my groove and it's smooth sailing and I am getting all the things done in a day that I love. mom time, a good work day, the right food, time with my guys, exercise, crafts, blog….seems though that it's a very unflexable juggling act and easy upset …and when my groove is off and I have to let go of a few of my to do's I get so frustrated. I feel un productive and that is when I need my balance the most.
This is what is happening to me right now. my groove is way off and I have to figure it all out. made me so depressed for a few days (and being forced to un plug WAS a part of that)
so I do agree internet has it's ups and downs…and I TOO need to be learning and reading and figuring out new things.
HAIR…never bother with it…I probably should..
flax, love it too.
Thanks for such a good read.
have a dry and happy Saturday sweets.
xo
Woohoo, graduation! How cool Averie!
Coffee, sniff, sniff……
I'll have to let my boys try those plantain strips. O haven't seen them there yet.
I saw that Go Dairy Free on Amazon and thought about getting it. Did you see the Raw Cashew Cheez recipe on my blog? It came from the Vegan World Fusion cookbook. I think you would really like it. They have it at Barnes and Noble so you could go check it out and see if you like it.
Yes, I think excessive internet use could make you stressed and depressed. I always feel like I have unfinished work and it makes me crazy. I have been on here a lot less lately. My family is far more important to me than what my readers think of me. I can't do it all hon, none of us can, right?
Take care and take a break for yourself, you have my permission
)
Nicole
Oh, you make me want to move to where there is a TJ's! I want one soo bad!
I am lovin' the looks of those flaxseed cookies – they'd be perfect for my fatty february challenge
I may be a little addicted to the internet, but I blame the journalist in me. I always want to be plugged in to what's going on. I've got an insatiable thirst for news and events! One thing that has helped me balance out blogging with life is pre-writing my posts whenever I get a spare minute during the day. It makes posting at night so much quicker. As for reading other blogs, I just do it when I have time. Like on the weekends
Seeds are definitely sesame for me and nuts are peanuts!
Have a great weekend Averie!
Those flax cookies sound wonderful! I might have to try them. Hope you had an amazing week. Oh and I am almost able to do the splits again! Well at least with the left leg!!! So excited!
Hey hon! There is nothing like getting your hair done. I so look forward to it although I dont think that I go often enough. Probably only once every 3 months or so. My hair dresser yells at me everytime=)
TJs is the shit! Although its sssoo crowded all the time. I feel like Im doing battle when Im there. Ha! So I try to schedule to go during non peak hours. Even though TJs is awesome, I still love me my WF.=) I find their 365 brand to not be too expensive at all. Im going to have to check out that coffee though next time I go to TJs. I know you are a huge coffee fan (as am I!) So I trust your coffee expertise=)
Its hard finding a balance to unplug. I work at a computer all day long so when I get home the last thing that I want to do is get back on the computer. But its my only true free time. I try to sneak in my blogging while I have some down time at work although I wish I could do it more! Im such an outdoors person and I love being with friends and family so I make sure that comes first above everything else. So its still a struggle to find balance but Im trying! I do find when Im on OT (which I just started) my moods do seem to be draggier but Im working on it. Taking walks during the days helps.
My favorite kind of nut is almonds at the moment. Oh and pistachios! I freakin love those little things. I always have a bowl of little p's on the coffee table and me and my hubs munch on them. So tasty!
As always Averie my dear I hope you have one fabulous weekend. Take care! xoxoxo!
I'm getting my hair done on Wednesday and I cannot wait – it needs a new colour I think, and I definitely need a good trim! As for pottery painting, it sounds fun – I haven't done it since my childhood, but I have fond memories…and those cookies, yet another recipe to add to my ever-growing list of things I must bake! xxx
Monster post – so much to comment on!!
I am so glad you tried and like the Ethiopian coffee. It is definitely my fave, and don't forget, it is shade grown (so much better for the birds).
Which Tjs do you go to in Phoenix? I went to the one on 20th a few weeks ago, and they don't have medjools. I don't have either WF or TJs. Such a sad life I lead.
I spend SO much time on my compter, from blogging to reading blogs to working to goofing off. I used to say it's better than tv, but maybe not? I at least feel much more productive than after tv.
Sunflower Seed Butter = heaven.
I love flaxseeds in savory and sweet dishes they're soooooo tasty and so good for us! Those cookies look amazing, think my favorite seed would have to be sesame in the form of tahini its just to good! x x
mmm i think lately being on the computer and reading blogs has felt more like relaxing. i think it gives me a time where i can just sit back and have fun but it also makes me think about the other things i shouuuuld be doing instead of reading blogs! like right now i should be food shopping, showering, breathing & doing school work!
have a great weekend girl
Yah, saw the BBC had an article about depression & the internet- it's flagged for me to read, but I've been too busy being on the internet- GAH! I think that the internet is a double edged sword. Good and bad simultaneously.
Hair- I have to do mine every 3 weeks so luckily I'm a DIY gal or I'd have to mortgage the house.
Flax- interesting that you say that it gives it a peanutty flavor!
TJs- I like to go to the ones that are not crowded and stressful. That cocoa powder looks interesting. I noticed that hersheys lied on their calorie counts of the dark cocoa powder which makes me want to switch brands to prove a point. Grrr on liars. TJs has not been good either- they often lie about their calories. Makes me mad even though I don't count calories at the moment.
Your daughter is SOOOOO adorable! And I agree, when I lived in WA, TJ and PCC was was better than Whole Foods, but there are some awesome things about WF…LIKE QUARK! Try it out!
Thanks for the shout out! Sorry I'm so late catching up…
With the snow lately, I've been sorta unplugging it…
My trader joes is a little ways from me, and I never seem to find stuff like you find… I think because the store is a bit small and I always feel cramped by all the other shoppers when I'm there, so I can't enjoy looking around… I will have to make a point to visit it more often to feel more comfortable I think. Love seeing your TJ finds, though!
I've never tried TJ's cocoa powder. Is it quality? For raw applications I find I need a quality cocoa powder. I like lake champlain
that coffee definitely catches my eye! And the amazing salads with roasted veggies. Looks awesome!
No bake cookies totally rock! I love the little maple syrup you drizzled over them. They look almost like raw pancakes!
What catches my eye are those Medjool dates – I've never had one!
ohh man, these look GREAT! I've got mad love for flax so this shall be made! thanks Averie!!!
french toast coffee catches my eye!
The word 'cookie' catches my eye every time! Especially when paired with the term 'no-bake'. I don't make cookies, I make cookie dough, and sometimes bake a few as an afterthought.
The salad dressing recipe caught my eye! I made it that night for my daily tray of greenery and have had a jar in the fridge ever since! Yum and a HALF.
i have to admit what caught my eye the post on this post was the medjool dates. i had no idea TJ's sold them! they are absolutely delicious and would go so well on top of your no bake vegan flaxseed cookies!
Skylar's cute shirt caught my eye. I want it! Where's it from?
those plantain chips are pretty eye catching!
I would add it to smoothies
Something that catched my eyes:
Well, you already know that I loved the rasin oatmeal balls
The vanilla pb balls definately sound interesting!
Your three ingredient Flax cookies are too easy to be true! They look and sound delicious! I need to get me a VitaMix right now!
Ahhh, thank you for pointing me int he direction of your three-ingredient cookies! Perfect way to make use of my new flax seeds!
I got some of that coconut oil last week…loving it! I would love to hear some of your other uses/recipes for coconut oil.
wow how do you come up with such creative treats! the flax cookies are making my mouth water! ha… on a fast right now but you just wait until I break fast… I'm going to rev up the kitchen!
Those dates look fabulous–didn't know they sold them there!
Mmmm I wonder if you can make caramel with coconut milk?
I haven't used coconut oil in cookies before, I'll have to try that!
Yum I love fresh cherries! I wish I could find them here! Frozen works for now though
Also those roasted veggies in coconut oil looks to die for all slathered in the oil 
For the coconut peanut butter giveaway:
I have those medjool dates in my fridge!
I need to try toasting flax. I really like raw flax, but that "peanut buttery flavor" sound fantastic!
What great TJ's finds! I love going there because they're always coming out with new stuff – you never know what you're gonna get!
And getting your hair done after a crazy couple days is the perfect way to relax and treat yourself!
Something that catched my eyes:
The smile of that cute little girl!! :p
And those yummy raw balls
something that catches my eye is just how simple the ingredient list can be for DELICIOUS cookies. it blows my mind a little, especially growing up eating cookies from a box with a mile long ingredient list!
That yoga pose looks impossible! Very neat!
loooove trader joe dark roast and illy espresso!!!
I love to try new kinds of coffee and tea! I don't really have a favorite right now.
I love an herbal tea at night and I think sleepytime is my favorite for that time of day! It never gets old
I love to try new kinds of coffee and tea! I don't really have a favorite right now.
I love an herbal tea at night and I think sleepytime is my favorite for that time of day! It never gets old
Coffee…I love a local roaster, Bald Guy Brew his French Roast…delicious
I don't drink coffee but I LOVE Stash teas, especially their decaf spicy chai! YUM!
My fav coffee has to be TJ's organic french roast! mmmmm
My favorite tea is Stash decaf green tea.
my favorite brand of tea is Gypsy tea coconut chai. a mug at the end of the day just makes the world feel right
My fav brand of tea (I'm not much of a coffee drinker) is definitely Peppermint!
Hmm…my favorite brand of tea is probably Yogi Tea, but there are too many of my favorite flavors to name!
My favorite brand of coffee is Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee.
My favorite coffee is Marques de Paiva but I rarely ever splurge on it.
My favorite tea is Mountain Rose Herbs – especially nettle leaf.
these look great – do you melt the coconut oil first?
love those cookies! I need more omega 3's and these would fit the bill perfectly. I love the maple syrup as a sweetener…mmm!
The raisins on those cookies catch my eye. Vegan iron! Heck yeah!
Those plantain chips caught my eye. Didn't even know there was such a thing.
You do shop a lot at TJ's. I just looked at more of your pictures. Once you're there every day, I think you really would start spending less.
These were awesome! I made the flax cookies a few minutes ago…
http://andreaschuetz.blogspot.com/2011/01/no-bake-flax-cookies.html
Thanks for the recipe!