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Earth Day is an important day in the environmentalist movement, celebrated on April 22nd each year. It’s a time to reflect on our relationship with the planet and how we can do better.
As part of this celebration, why not also treat yourself (and your family!) to some delicious Earth Day treats? These treats are fun to make and are a great way to put our love for the environment into action.
With these recipes, you can create something delicious while also doing your part for the planet!
Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
The environment is calling for delicious and sustainable treats this Earth Day.
Vegan chocolate chip cookies are the perfect treat for celebrating our planet!
With no dairy, eggs, or other animal products, these cookies will satisfy carnivores and vegans alike.
Using raw dough made with non-dairy substitutes such as coconut oil, vegan margarine, almond milk, and applesauce eliminates the need for butter or cream while still resulting in a tasty treat.
To make sure they’re extra chocolaty, use dark or semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips.
The result is an earth-friendly snack that will be enjoyed by all!
These vegan chocolate chip cookies are a great way to honor our planet while also giving us a sweet treat.
With easy to find ingredients and minimal time spent in the kitchen, it’s not hard to whip up a batch of these delicious Earth Day treats.
Perfect for celebrating Earth Day with family and friends, these cookies will leave everyone feeling satisfied.
Fruit Popsicles
Let’s celebrate Earth Day with some delicious fruit popsicles!
We can mix and match our favorite flavors, plus it’s a great way to use up fruit that’s about to go bad.
Making your own popsicles is easy and eco-friendly, plus you can get creative with the ingredients!
Let’s get started!
Fruit Flavors
Fruit popsicles are the perfect treat to celebrate Earth Day, and what better way to do it than with delicious fruit flavors! From strawberry to peach, there’s no shortage of options when it comes to making tasty popsicles.
Not only are they sweet and refreshing, but they’re also a great way to show your support for sustainable food production. Plus, since fruit ice cream is often made from natural ingredients like banana bread and fresh fruits, you can be sure that you’re doing your part for the environment.
What’s more, these frozen treats offer a healthy alternative to traditional sugary snacks. By using natural ingredients like fresh fruits and yogurt instead of processed sugars, you can still enjoy a sweet snack without worrying about how it affects your health or the environment.
Plus, since most fruit popsicles are dairy-free, they’re a great option for those looking for vegan or lactose-intolerant treats.
Making your own fruit popsicles at home has never been easier either – all you need is some fresh fruit, yogurt or coconut milk and molds! With just a few simple steps you can make delicious treats that will bring smiles to everyone’s faces on Earth Day – plus they’re fun and easy enough for kids to join in on the action!
Making Popsicles
Making your own fruit popsicles is an easy and fun way to celebrate Earth Day, while also being eco-friendly!
All you need is some fresh, sustainable ingredients like bananas or yogurt and some molds.
You can even find eco-friendly packaging that’s reusable and recyclable so you can reduce your environmental footprint.
Plus, since most fruit popsicles are dairy-free, they’re a great option for those looking for vegan or lactose-intolerant treats.
With just a few simple steps you can make delicious treats that will bring smiles to everyone’s faces on Earth Day – plus they’re fun and easy enough for kids to join in on the action!
So this Earth Day, why not give it a try and make some homemade fruit popsicles?
Your taste buds will thank you!
Vegan Carrot Cake
As Earth Day approaches, why not celebrate with a delicious vegan carrot cake? This no-bake recipe is easy to make and uses only organic ingredients. Not only will you get to enjoy a tasty treat but you’ll be helping the environment too!
Making this cake is easier than you think. Start by gathering your ingredients – for the base, you’ll need walnuts, dates, raisins and grated carrots. For the filling you’ll need cream cheese, vegan butter and icing sugar – all of which should be organic.
Once everything has been gathered, simply combine all of the base ingredients in a food processor until they form a thick mixture. Then spread it out into a greased tin and refrigerate while making the filling.
Using an electric mixer, beat together the cream cheese, butter and icing sugar until light and fluffy. Then spread this over the cooled base before transferring back to the fridge to set overnight.
Serve chilled with a garnish of fresh fruit or nuts – perfect for any Earth Day celebration!
Avocado Toast
Avocado toast is an increasingly popular food choice for Earth Day – a delicious, plant-based meal that is both good for the environment and your body. It’s no wonder that it’s become an environmentally friendly staple in modern diets!
The beauty of avocado toast lies in its simplicity; all you need are avocados, bread, and some other ingredients to make a flavorful treat. The main ingredient – avocados – are nutrient-dense, low in fat, and incredibly versatile. Plus, they come from plants which are naturally better for the environment than animal products.
Not only is avocado toast healthy and delicious but it also doesn’t require any single-use plastic packaging or extra waste when consuming. This makes it a great zero waste eating option on Earth Day – something we can all feel good about!
Beyond this, making the meal with plant based alternatives such as vegan butter or hummus instead of traditional dairy products brings even more environmental benefits.
Edible “Dirt” Pudding
After delighting in the rich and creamy avocado toast, it’s time to move onto a sweet treat that is both delicious and eco-friendly. Edible ‘Dirt’ Pudding is a perfect Earth Day treat, made with only plant based ingredients!
This easy to make pudding is sure to be an instant hit with kids of all ages. All you need are:
- Oreo cookies
- Cream cheese
- Vanilla pudding mix
- Milk
- Veggies like carrots or celery (optional)
Using these eco friendly ingredients, you can whip up a yummy dessert that looks just like real dirt!
Simply crush the Oreos into crumbs and place them in the bottom of a bowl. In another bowl combine cream cheese and milk until it becomes smooth and creamy. Then add the vanilla pudding mix to create the ‘dirt’ texture. Stir in some finely chopped veggies for added texture and color, if desired.
Place this mixture over top of the Oreo crumbs for a fun layered effect. Finally, top with some more crushed Oreos for decoration, then pop it into the fridge for about an hour before serving.
Voila! A delicious Earth Day treat that celebrates sustainability without compromising on flavor!
Vegetable Smoothie Bowls
It’s Earth Day and what better way to celebrate than with a few delicious vegetable smoothie bowls?
A great example of this is the Green Goddess Smoothie Bowl, which combines fresh spinach, kale, cucumber and green apple juice for a nutrient-packed meal that’s both healthy and satisfying.
Growing your own fruits and vegetables is a great way to get started on making homegrown smoothies and green juices. It gives you a sense of pride knowing that the ingredients in your smoothies were grown right in your own backyard.
Smoothie bowls are also an easy way to eat more fruits and vegetables. By adding various greens like spinach or kale along with other healthy ingredients like avocado, chia seeds or nut butters, you can create nutritious meals without sacrificing on taste.
You can even customize it by adding toppings such as nuts, seeds or dried fruit for added texture and flavor.
By choosing to make vegetable smoothie bowls at home, you can reduce the amount of single-use plastic waste from store-bought items while still enjoying a nutrient-dense meal.
This earth day, consider making homemade vegetable smoothie bowls as part of your celebration! Not only will it be a tasty treat but it’s also one of the best ways to show our planet some love.
Mini Apple Pies
Moving on from smoothie bowls, let’s explore a delicious earth-friendly dessert: mini apple pies. Baked apples and apple muffins are the perfect way to show respect for the planet. The process of making them is easy, fast, and best of all, eco-friendly!
Here are some reasons why these desserts are perfect for Earth Day:
- They can be made with ingredients that are locally sourced and fresh.
- It takes minimal energy to bake them in an oven or a microwave.
- The recipes usually require simple steps that don’t require much time or effort to make.
- The waste generated from baking is minimal, as most of the materials used can be reused or recycled.
These treats are sure to delight everyone this Earth Day! Enjoying local flavors can help us connect with nature and appreciate what it has to offer in a unique way—all without having any negative impact on the environment! Mini apple pies are just one of many ways we can celebrate our planet on its special day.
Conclusion
Earth Day is a reminder to take care of our planet, and one way to do that is by consuming more sustainable treats.
For example, replacing traditional chocolate chip cookies with a vegan version reduces the amount of animal products used, while still providing a delicious treat.
Fruit popsicles and vegetable smoothie bowls add healthy options to your Earth Day celebration.
Avocado toast provides an easy and nutritious meal, while edible dirt pudding encourages children to think about where their food comes from.
Mini apple pies give us a sweet way to enjoy the bounty of nature without sacrificing flavor.
Our Earth Day treats are both tasty and sustainable, so let’s celebrate responsibly this year!
