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Gluten Free Sugar Cookies (Cut Outs)

December 6, 2023 By Emily

Is there any other cookie more festive than a sugar cookie cut out that's decorated for Christmas?!?! These gluten free sugar cookies are just the thing you need to fulfill your Christmas baking, and decorating needs!!! The best part: you can't tell that the sugar cookies are gluten free at all. The cookie is firm, but soft and perfectly sweetened. The sugar cookies have a hint of warming cinnamon, and nutmeg - which are optional - to elevate the flavor of the cookie just slightly. I also … [Read more...]

7 Comments Filed Under: Baking, Christmas, Cookies, Desserts, Easter, Fall, Frostings, Gluten Free, Halloween, Nut-Free, Spring, Summer, Valentine's Day, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: Baking, Christmas cookies, cookies, Dessert, Gluten Free, Holiday, Holiday baking, vegetarian

5 Minute Vegan Chocolate Frosting

February 3, 2021 By Emily

You all have LOVED this vegan chocolate frosting recipe. It was originally published in 2017. It has been one of my most popular recipes on the blog. It's time to give this recipe the extra attention it deserves. I have updated the photos, and re-tested and re-written the recipe for a better user experience. Despite re-writing the text of the recipe the ingredients and recipe itself have stayed mostly the same. I have included a few tips I have learned. I have also answered some … [Read more...]

184 Comments Filed Under: 1 pan or 1 bowl, 10 Ingredients or less, Baking, Cakes, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Easy, Egg Free, Fall, Frostings, Gluten Free, Healthy Sweets, Holiday, Nut-Free, Refined Sugar Free, Spring, Summer, Superfoods, Vegan, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: Baking, chocolate, dairy-free, Dessert, Easy, frosting, Gluten Free, refined-sugar free, vegan, vegetarian

How to Make Whipped Cream (+ How to Freeze)

December 2, 2020 By Emily

whipped cream in a white bowl with a spoon.

Happy December, friends!! It's officially baking season. And with baked goods comes the need for some homemade whipped cream.  Fluffy clouds of sweet vanilla-scented, creamy heaven, dolloped on top of any pie you love. Or, scooped on top of hot chocolate (recipe coming next week), or even on top of your coffee. Dip strawberries, or, pretty much any kind of fresh fruit, into whipped cream, and you've instantly got a delicious fruity treat. The possibilities are endless on how you … [Read more...]

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Yogurt Cream Cheese Frosting

October 21, 2020 By Emily

Hi friends. It's officially, officially baking season. For some people, baking season starts on September 1st. For me, it starts once it's cold enough out to wear cozy sweaters.  Having the beautiful smell of something baking away in my kitchen makes everything even better. And what is some baking without having a good, reliable frosting recipe for you to spread onto a variety of baked goods? This yogurt cream cheese frosting is my new favorite recipe for a slightly lighter take … [Read more...]

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Cream Cheese Frosting without Powdered Sugar

April 8, 2019 By Emily

If you don't know this already, Friday means CARROT CAKE!!! I mean, no, Friday does not actually translate to carrot cake lol. What I mean is that on Friday I am sharing a carrot cake recipe. Right here, on this very blog. Just in time for your Easter celebrations!! But first, before the carrot cake, I am here to talk about the frosting. Cream cheese frosting...without powdered sugar, to be exact. Yes, you read that right. A cream cheese frosting. Without. Powdered. Sugar. But, is … [Read more...]

79 Comments Filed Under: 10 Ingredients or less, 30 Minutes, or Less, Baking, Cakes, Desserts, Easy, Egg Free, Fall, Frostings, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, Spring, Summer, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: Baking, Dessert, Easy, frosting, Gluten Free, refined-sugar free, vegetarian

Healthier Vegan “Buttercream” Frosting

December 14, 2017 By Emily

I have re-tested and re-shot the photos for this post to improve it's quality. The original post is called Vegan Cashew Frosting. The recipe has been updated there also. Hi, have you noticed that I have been gone for ummm a little over a week? Did you miss me? Maybe I shouldn't tell you, you may not have even noticed.... I was sick for a week and the idea of cooking and photographing with snot coming out of my nose was not the first thing I wanted to do. What a pretty picture, … [Read more...]

8 Comments Filed Under: 10 Ingredients or less, 30 Minutes, or Less, Baking, Dairy Free, Desserts, Easy, Egg Free, Fall, Frostings, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, Spring, Summer, Vegan, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: dairy-free, Dessert, Gluten Free, refined-sugar free, vegan, vegetarian

Vegan Cashew Frosting

December 2, 2016 By Emily

Vegan Cashew Frosting - Rich, creamy frosting made with wholesome ingredients: raw cashews, coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla! It's perfect for spreading on cookies, cakes, cupcakes etc. This recipe is EASY to make! vegan/gluten free/dairy free/refined sugar free | robustrecipes.com

As stated below I have re-tested this recipe and updated the recipe to reflect those changes. I created a new post called healthier vegan "buttercream" frosting with updated pictures that reflect the updated recipe. Vegan Cashew Frosting!!! Say WHHHAAAT???!!! Is what all of you non vegan, non dairy free, buttercream frosting loving people are thinking right now. And then there are the vegan and dairy free people who are doing a little dance of joy! To all you non vegan and non dairy … [Read more...]

22 Comments Filed Under: 10 Ingredients or less, 30 Minutes, or Less, Baking, Dairy Free, Desserts, Easy, Egg Free, Fall, Frostings, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, Spring, Summer, Vegan, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: dairy-free, Dessert, Gluten Free, refined-sugar free, vegan

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I create simple, healthy recipes that have food allergy adaptations, whenever possible. My favorite recipes to share are desserts that contain nutritious ingredients, while still tasting decadent. I believe in the power of eating wholesome, quality food. It fuels, and empowers us. At Robust Recipes you will find food that will make you feel as good as it tastes. Read More…

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