These guilt-free snacks are full of flavor and satisfying. They take some time to bake but require almost no labor. These are great for a mid-afternoon snack.

Green jackfruit is often referred to as the vegetarian’s meat. It is the fruit of a tree native to Asia. When green jackfruit cooks, it begins to pull apart, taking on an appearance similar to pulled pork.

This traditional moist carrot cake has no added oils and plenty of healthy carrots, applesauce, walnuts, and raisins. Top it with fresh fruit or soy yogurt and now you have a delicious treat!

The turmeric in this scramble gives the tofu that yolk-yellow look, while the peppers and onions add texture and flavor. It’s a quick and easy breakfast that goes nicely with a fruit salad and whole-grain bread or grits.

These are extra-moist brownies that are whole grain and have no added oil. The nut butter and applesauce give it a fudge-like texture for an extra-special chocolate treat.

My niece, Kelly, went to Africa as a volunteer nurse and became a plant-based eater. She brought this recipe back and shared it with us, and it has been a family favorite ever since.