I want to feature you!
Every time someone blogs about one of my recipes, it puts a huge smile on my face. This past week, especially, I can’t tell you how much I’ve needed that smile.
I really want to give some of this happiness back. But because my blog is a recipe blog, not a “what I ate” blog, I rarely write about others’ recipes. I’m too busy writing about yummy things like…
Or about equally yummy, albeit a little more strange, creations such as…
(Hey, it’s an arduous task, convincing people that spinach ice cream tastes good.)
A few weeks ago, when we did the online bake sale for Japan, I had a lot of fun featuring your brilliant creations., and ever since that experience, I’ve been trying to figure out a good way to feature y’all again on the blog. Finally it hit me: desserts! There’s a popular misconception that vegan foods—especially desserts—are bland and boring. Some people are even surprised when I assure them that, as a vegan, I can still eat chocolate! Therefore, I thought it’d be fun to do a series highlighting your favorite vegan desserts. Oh yes, it’s time to…
Hug a Vegan Dessert
To be featured:
Just write a blog post about a favorite vegan treat. It can be your own recipe, one of my dessert recipes, a cookbook recipe, or even a packaged product. Include, in your post, a photo of the food (or a photo of you hugging the food). Throughout the summer, I’ll write a few feature posts, highlighting the photos of your desserts and linking to your blogs. (If you don’t have a blog, you can email a photo.)
True, my blog might not get as many visitors as foodgawker. But I can promise you’ll get at least some new visitors if you’re featured here. Plus, I won’t reject any photos. 😉
Side note: sweet breakfasts or drinks are totally ok, too!
Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers says
i LOVED the guest post you did for my blog. 🙂 it was perfect!
Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen says
Oh hooray! I loved when you did Hug a Fat and Hug a Fruit. I never got to participate in the Hug a Vegan series…but this is perhaps a great alternative. [And I HAVE been promising my “sometimes vegan” roommate to make a treat for her before she leaves for the summer…]
Emily says
Waffles are definitely a favorite breakfast food although I rarely make them. I should get on that!
Samantha says
Oooooh this is a perfect idea! Can’t wait to see all the other wonderful bloggers’ post out there… question, can it be a post we’ve already written i.e. if I want to submit this post is it okay? http://flavorator.blogspot.com/2011/05/god-of-desserts.html let me know :D!
My heart still goes out to you and those around you <3
– Samantha
http://flavorator.blogspot.com/
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
It has to be a new post, but you can totally write about an already-posted recipe!! 🙂
Jenny (Fit Girl Foodie) says
Love the idea! I love making overnight oats and having pancakes 😀
Alisa Fleming says
Aw, I read the sad news. I hope you are doing better as the week progresses.
Those all look yummy! I’m boring, nut butter, cinnamon, and toast is my latest breakfast love.
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
Katie, this is such a cool idea! I love these “round ups.” Always get sooooo many new ideas. This will be a great excuse to break out my new Baby Cakes cookbook for submission inspiration. 🙂
Jenny says
I love oatmeal and vegan overnight oats… but I have to say, I think my absolute favourite vegan breakfast is a smoothie in a bowl! Good ol’ SIABs. 😀 I like ’em BRIGHT green – so either spinach, parsley, kale, or mint is involved. And breakfast is like dessert to me, so you could also say it’s my favourite vegan dessert, maybe…? Reminds me that I have to try your spinach ice cream, ASAP. Spinach = <3
Hope you have an AWESOME week. If I had a blog, I'd blog the recipes of yours I've tried – and hopefully send more smiles your way. D: Oh well – I know there are other great bloggers that will help out with that!
Take care~!
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
You are such a sweetheart, Jenny! And lol yes, breakfasts are interchangeable with desserts for me too… that’s why I had to add on to my post that people can submit brekkie recipes too! 🙂
Cait @ Beyond Bananas says
Awesome idea… I will surely be doing this and linking!
Angela says
My fav breakfast is oatmeal using your voluminous oatmeal trick. I just get everything ready the night before and its so easy. I top it with dates and bananas. My treat for weekends are crepes. I have a recipe for gluten-free pancakes that use quinoa flour, buckwheat flour, and amaranth flour. So delicious.
Ragnhild says
That is a GREAT idea Katie! I need to come up with my absolut favorit dessert for this one 🙂
Also, Could you please add me to you Blog roll?
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
can you leave me a comment on the post titled “chocolate covered blogroll”?
Bianca- Vegan Crunk says
Cookie dough pancakes with chocolate syrup?!! After seeing this, I may never use maple again…chocolate syrup sounds like such a better idea!
Fave vegan desserts: Any cupcake from Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World … and vegan peanut butter milkshakes from our new vegan restaurant, Imagine Vegan Cafe.
Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes says
This a fab idea. All of your desserts are amazing!
Lucy @ Porridge and Parsnips says
Love this idea, thanks Katie! 🙂
I’m just writing a post at the moment (featuring a yummy treat, inspired by one of your recipes, that I made and loved today!) but is it ok if it also includes details of other food within the post (eg other things I’ve eaten today), or does it just have to focus on the treat I’d like you to feature?
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Can definitely include other stuff! 🙂
Lucy @ Porridge and Parsnips says
Brill, thanks, will be posting in a minute in that case! 🙂 Do I just need to link back to this post, or shall I email you a link to the post as well? Sorry for all the questions!!
Lucy @ Porridge and Parsnips says
Here’s a link to my post:
http://porridgeandparsnips.blogspot.com/2011/05/sweet-treats-make-bad-day-better.html
Dark Chocolate Dreams Covered Fudge Babies…so good! 🙂
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
I gotcha!! 🙂
Carrie (Moves 'N Munchies) says
YES YES YES I DO!! ahh so excited!! i love EVERY vegan dessert- like for real… ! im a sucker for brownies and cookies though 🙂
Sarena (The Non Dairy Queen) says
This is a great thing to do! I love vegan breakfasts and desserts! By the way, I made a microwave cake that you inspired and blogged about it today. Ya gotta love the single serve treats! I hope you have a great day Katie!
Vivianne says
Yum! Sounds like a great challenge. This might be my perfect chance to try a recipe of my own! 😮 Huzzah!
Congratz on guest posting (: I love your blog and I’m so happy I was able to come upon it (from one of your guest posts no less!)
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
I am so so glad you found me… haha I probably already told you that, but it’s true!
Desi@ThePalatePeacemaker says
Hi Katie!
Just posted my latest and favorite(-ist?) vegan dessert: Kabocha Spice Gelato (http://thepalatepeacemaker.com/2011/05/17/kabocha-spice-gelato/). All my desserts are always vegan, gluten-free, and free of most common allergens too… So please consider me in the running! I’ve been a fan of your blog since forever p.s. and am so grateful for everything you do, Katie… Thank you!! 🙂
Desi
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Aww thank you so much, Desi!
(For the post, though, can you link back to this post?)
Desi@ThePalatePeacemaker says
Just did it – Hope it worked! Thanks, Katie! 🙂
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Gotcha!
Em says
http://pureglowsixteen.blogspot.com/2011/05/featured-recipe.html
hope this works!!
xo
Em
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Gotcha! 🙂
Alaina Rose @ Sweetness of Life says
Aww how fun! What a great idea and awesome opportunity you’re giving other bloggers. You are such a sweetie, Katie 🙂 I can’t wait for this!
Gen says
Can’t wait to drool over all of the wonderful pics to come! 😀
Kris (everyday oats) says
When it comes to breakfast, having something sweet is always the way to go, and any dessert with chocolate in it has my name written all over it! Which is why I adore your blog and am so glad I came across it a couple weeks ago!
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Hehe chocolate desserts are my weakness too! Or wait, maybe my strength, since chocolate isn’t a weakness at all, right? 😉
Melissa says
So sweet of you to spread your love around! I have been enjoying many of your recipes lately–you’re my new go-to site for when my evening sweet tooth kicks in! 🙂
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Aww thanks!! 🙂
Jamie aka "Sometimes Healthy" Girl says
Love this idea and I loved all of your guest blogs too! I love how you want to help people get more viewers. Very sweet 🙂 I have yet to make one of your recipes OR anything vegan for that matter. So perhaps my post can be about my first venture into vegan territory. I would obviously use your recipe for my first go at it! 🙂
Ellie@fitforthesoul says
aww Katie I’m so glad that you’re feeling at least a tad bit better? 😀 and this is a fun idea. spontaneity is always good. have a blessed day
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Thanks, Ellie! I’m trying to keep myself busy… it’s when I’m not busy that I start thinking of my baby and crying again. Chocolate is a good distraction.
Elle @ We can begin to feed... says
Lovely idea. I am putting my thinking cap on.
Holly @ The Runny Egg says
Great idea Katie!
I love vegan breakfasts — smoothies, oatmeal, PBJ on toast 🙂 Nothing too crazy, but they all taste delicious!
Averie (LoveVeggiesandYoga) says
Great idea, Katie!
I have a zillion vegan dessert recipes. Gosh, where do I begin. That’s like picking what child is your favorite..you just CANT pick. lol No bake, warm and gooey, frozen, smooth, chewy, crunchy, so many textures and flavors, so little time.. 🙂
I will be sure to write about something and link back to this post. Maybe more than once 🙂
Congrats on your guesties last week. I saw them all when they were live on all those blogs. CONGRATS! And on your FG successes lately, too!
Katherine says
O this is awesome! I know what I will be making! A great shake I have been nommming on!
Anyways, if you get a chance I really would love it if you could add me to your favs, you are on my blogroll 🙂 http://divinelyvegan.wordpress.com/
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Hi Katherine, can you leave me a comment on the post titled “chocolate covered blogroll”?
Sabine @ thefruitpursuit says
great idea babe! and some more hugs!
kris says
This is my favourite Vegan dessert I’ve made: http://munchinwithmunchkin.wordpress.com/2011/04/27/healthy-key-lime-pie-milkshake/
kate says
what a fun idea im definitely doing it! 🙂
Chad @ thebreakupnote says
Um… I am probably going to buy an ice cream maker because of your spinach ice cream. Just sayin.
Hannah says
Ahhh great idea. Can I use this post for it? http://littlecollegevegan.wordpress.com/2011/05/10/cake-batter-cake-pops/. It was from a week ago but I added the link to your page at the bottom, so let me know if it works out. Hmmm my favorite vegan breakfast is oats, always oats, haha.
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
It does need to be a new post, but you can just put a little picture at the end of ANY post you write. In other words, the recipe can be an old one and the post doesn’t have to be about the recipe!
Sara says
Hey Katie! I hope you are feeling better this week! I am way into implementing vegan recipes daily. My husband just rolls his eyes at me. I made my grandma your single lady carrot cupcake for her bday, she loved it! I also plan on making some of your cookies and goodies for this weekend because I finally get to see my nieces and nephew! I would love to be featured on your blog!!
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Aww that is so sweet, and makes me so happy, that you made a single-lady for your grandma!
Tami@nutmegnotebook says
Great idea! I am not vegan but I have a friend who is on an egg, dairy, soy,gluten and wheat free diet. So I came up with this incredible cookie that she can enjoy!
http://nutmegnotebook.com/2011/05/almond-butter-chocolate-chunk-cookies/
Tessa Simpson says
I always love surprising people with delicious treats that are vegan. Here is a recipe that is not only vegan, but gluten free too! Thank you!!
http://tessadomesticdiva.blogspot.com/2011/05/amazing-allergen-free-chocolate-chip.html
Faith @ lovelyascharged says
Ooh, awesome! I’m just finishing up a post about vegan oatmeal raisin cookies, I’m super excited to participate!
Emma (Sweet Tooth Runner) says
LOVE THIS IDEA almost as much as I love you, so that’s saying something 🙂 I love ALL your recipes so darn much though I won’t know what to hug!! What a shame I guess I’ll have to make them all *sigh* 😉
AAAH that blondie looks AMAZING!! Can’t wait for the recipe!! 😀
Eleanor@eatinglikeahorse says
What a brilliant idea… I’ll have to start thinking, cooking and eating!
I made some vegan (and GF) carrot cake flapjacks (with coconut cream) at the weekend (link below) – they would have been right up your street 🙂
Favourite vegan breakfast at the moment is fresh strawberries and raspberries with plain soya yoghurt, followed by GF multiseed toast with coconut butter and strawberry jam; it’s amazing 🙂
http://eatinglikeahorse.wordpress.com/2011/05/14/24-carrot-flapjacks/
Charissa says
Here’s my dessert submission…linked you in my latest post…lovely idea girlfriend!
http://www.colourfulpalate.com/2011/05/17/vegan-nut-free-almond-roca/
The Teenage Taste says
Thanks so much for this opportunity! I’d love to be featured. I can’t wait to get to work creating a delicious vegan recipe…hopefully filled with chocolate! 😛
Oh and by the way, your blog definitely doesn’t give off the “me! me! me” vibe. It’s awesome! 😀
Debra says
Katie! i absolutely adore all your sinful yet healthy desserts! however, i was wondering if you could formulate a low-fat (of course vegan!) single lady sweet potato pie/souffle kind of thing, maybe in a ramekin?
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
I can try… I don’t think I’ve ever had souffle! Yikes!
Ann Claire says
This is such a great idea!! Now, I’ve just gotta get baking a vegan dessert!
Tara says
Yay I’m so excited to hug my favorite vegan desserts, but I’m even more excited to see what everyone else shares!! Make sure you post lots of reminders because I will forget. I read your blog everyday though so if you keep reminding us I won’t!
I might just have to hug the blondies that you post tomorrow though 🙂
Moni'sMeals says
Katie, such a fun idea. I am so in!
I actually just posted my favorite Vegan Brownies yesterday (*NEW*) so I am going to summit those! 🙂 That works out great and I look so forward to all the submissions and I bet you get sooooo many!
http://monicanelsonfitness.com/blog/meals/lightened-up-treats/good-brownies/ 🙂
kaila @ healthyhelper blog! says
Oh I can’t wait to do this! Now I just have to think up something delicious and vegan!!! 🙂
Veronica says
I’m in! What’s the deadline?
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
How about… two weeks from today? 🙂
Kristin @ FoodFash says
You know… I really struggled tonight with how difficult it is to find non-dairy desserts in restaurants. This is a perfect excuse to try one of your delish recipes so I can have something on hand when I’m having a massive craving!
BroccoliHut says
What a great idea! I would love see my fellow readers’ delectable concoctions:)
Matt @ FaveDiets says
I just made a vegan dessert recipe for this. I’ll be blogging about it on Friday. I don’t make enough desserts, let alone vegan desserts so this is a great way for me to try something new.
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Aww yay! I’m excited to see it! 🙂
Matt @ FaveDiets says
Here’s my post! http://www.favedietsblog.com/no-bake-chocolate-oatmeal-bars/
Dawn @ Blonde on a Mission says
I just made my very own CCK-inspired Single Lady Cupcakes! 😀 The Pink Lady cupcake is my favourite in terms of looks, but the Honey Almond was to live for. I’d love to be featured!
http://blondeonamission.com/2011/05/18/ive-gone-cupcake-crazy/
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
So so cute! 🙂
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says
Fun! I’ll link a recipe to you tonight!
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
My mom made these quinoa flake PB cookies which could be vegan if the honey was substituted for agave…so they’re easily vegan and they’re delicious!! They taste JUST like the full-fat regular PB cookie but they’re actually really good for you. (They’re whole wheat and gluten-free, too)
Not to spam, but here’s a link if you’re interested: http://bitesandbliss.com/?p=7283
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
Sorry, meant to say wheat & gluten-free, not whole wheat
Kelsey says
Here’s mine!
http://cinnamonlipsandcandykisses.blogspot.com/2011/05/cake-batter-milkshake.html
I hope it’s okay?
Carrie (Moves 'N Munchies) says
Here is MY LINK!!! Healthified Chocolate Fudge Brownies!
http://movesnmunchies.wordpress.com/2011/05/19/bringin-it-back/
Ragnhild says
Hi Katie 🙂
Here is my favorit vegan dessert!
http://veganaphrodite.wordpress.com/2011/05/19/hug-a-vegan-dessert-raw-brownies/
Karla says
Hi there Katie! I totally took your challenge and made a vegan dessert I had never made before! I’m excited to share it with all of you.
http://kl-recipes.blogspot.com/2011/05/jam-filled-cupcakes.html
kris says
Took the challenge and made a new vegan dessert! Here’s the link!
http://munchinwithmunchkin.wordpress.com/2011/05/20/vegan-peach-cobbler-milkshake/
Misadventures of Fat-free Baking says
Hi!!! Do I submit my post here? 😀
Just in case…
Low Calorie Choco-Cookie-Dough Spread:
http://ibakewhoeats.wordpress.com/2011/05/22/low-calorie-choco-cookie-dough-spread/
By the way, I have a plea!
If you really do release a cookbook, can you plleeeeassseee pleeeeaaasssee let in be sold in Singapore so that your biggest fan (me) can snap up the first copy?!!! 😀
Haha
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Awwww!! And lol yes of course… not that I’d have control over that, but I could always personally deliver one. I adore Singapore, even though I was only there once. It was so warm… and clean of course ;).
Damjana says
I’d buy your book too! 🙂
Here’s my tribute to vegan dessert hugging month 🙂
http://damjanalikesitwholesome.wordpress.com/2011/05/22/nutella-mishap-the-best-hazelnut-fudge/
Kisses xoxo
Kathleen @ KatsHealthCorner says
This sounds like fun!!! Do I have to link to this post, or your other one with the list of other people who have done this?
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
This post :).
I’m excited to see what you feature… because your creations always look so yummy!
Kathleen @ KatsHealthCorner says
Awweee, thanks Katie! 🙂 You are so sweet. 🙂
Danielle says
I just linked to you. I LOVE anything sweet, so this was right up my alley. Thanks for doing this and trying to spread the love.
http://danielledeskins.blogspot.com/2011/05/southern-classic.html
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Hey Danielle,
I sent you an email! 🙂
Lauren W says
My post to be featured is up 😀 thanks Katie!!
http://teeneatlive.wordpress.com/2011/05/23/chocolate-covered-katies-magic-blondies-hug-a-vegan-dessert/
Rebecca says
Is it too late to enter? i recently discovered your blog and have really been enjoying it! I’m not a vegan, but a passionate baker who enjoys trying different ways of baking. Here is my vegan post;
http://www.bakenquilt.com/2011/05/peanut-butter-lovers-rejoice/
Misadventures of Fat-free Baking says
Can I submit another post? I made some Single Serving Fat-free Fudgy-centred Mini-Choco-Cupcakes (Gluten-free) and really want to share it with everyone! 😀
Here’s the post:
http://ibakewhoeats.wordpress.com/2011/05/30/single-serving-fat-free-fudgy-centred-mini-choco-cupcakes-gluten-free-vegan/
Faith @ lovelyascharged says
Hey Katie, thanks so much for the opportunity to participate! I’ve enjoyed peeking at everyone else’s submissions, and I finally have mine finished!
http://lovelyascharged.com/2011/05/30/vegan-blackberry-bread/
Have a great memorial day!
Oc Ziegler says
Not sure if fruit counts as desert? As nature’s candy I think it does 🙂
anyhow here’s my submission!
http://sunshinevegan.wordpress.com/2011/05/30/happy-memorial-day-its-cookout-time/
P.S.
This is the first food photography I’ve ever done! Turned out better than i thought.
Happy Memorial Day Katie
Jeneveve says
Hey Katie, not sure if I’m a bit late to this party but I’ve just found your blog and couldn’t resist making the blondies! I’m not even a vegan and they’re fantastic. Link to my post about it here, but thank you for all the wonderful recipe inspiration.
http://timballoo.blogspot.com/2011/05/hats-and-blondies.html
Lisa @ Healthful Sense says
Hey there! I hope it’s not too late to submit a recipe. I just posted a vegan, gluten-free chocolate cake recipe 🙂 I linked to this “want to be featured” post so I hope it works. Let me know. Thanks Katie! Keep up the amazing work you’re doing.
Lisa @ Healthful Sense says
Oops here is my post:
http://www.healthfulsense.com/2011/06/03/chia-seeds-to-replace-eggs-in-vegan-desserts/
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
It looks beautiful!!! You’re definitely not too late to be featured in a future post! 🙂
KT @ VegBergers says
Hey Katie!!
Here is our latest creation!!
http://vegbergers.blogspot.com/2011/05/bless-my-homeland-forever.html
I am also baking your blondies AS WE SPEAK! I’ll let you know how they turn out!!
-KT
Lisa @ Healthful Sense says
Not sure if I am supposed to comment again since I linked a second vegan/gluten-free dessert to this post?? Anyway, here it is…
http://www.healthfulsense.com/2011/06/06/cocoa-chia-crunch-bars-vegan-gluten-free/
This was the first one:
http://www.healthfulsense.com/2011/06/03/chia-seeds-to-replace-eggs-in-vegan-desserts/
Thanks Katie
Ann Claire says
Are you still accepting submissions?
Chocolate-Covered Katie says
Yes ma’am!
Maddie says
I hope I’m not too late! Here’s a link to my blog post 🙂
http://loavesandkisses.wordpress.com/2011/06/07/3rd-timess-the-charm/
Thanks! <3
Vegan and Vagabond says
ChocoAlmondoodles (Snickerdoodles with a nutty kick!)
http://veganandvagabond.blogspot.com/: pictures and recipe shown here 🙂
Lauren says
Hello Katie! I hope you’re doing well 🙂
If you are still accepting guest posts I have a vegan spiced hot chocolate recipe that I would like to submit!
Paige says
Hi Katie! Any chance you’re bringing this back soon? I have a delicious vegan recipe I think you’ll love.