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Recipe creation and brand collaboration. Plant based + Free From Diary & Gluten I hope you enjoy them!

Research shows that the body isn’t able to process refined sugars, and actually uses up vital vitamins and minerals when trying to do so. Continuous consumption of sugar can cause us to age faster and is associated with a range of health issues. Over the last two decades, our eating habits and awareness of the benefits and health potential of certain food types has changed enormously. We have move

d towards foods with a purpose, foods that have positive benefits for the body in addition to giving us energy. I have a sweet tooth and I created The Conscientious Cook in response to my own personal quest for nutrient-rich yet appetising sweet treats. It all began in my kitchen where I started experimenting with alternative ways to sweeten foods. Rice malt syrup, raw honey, date syrup and maple syrup quickly became my star ingredients, giving the sweetness I wanted, while delivering valuable nutrients to the body. I have used natural ingredients to create a range of cakes, snacks and treats - extensively taste-tested on my friends and family - which are both delicious and virtuous. Each guilt-free recipe uses the best ingredients in their most natural state. We avoid all refined ingredients, especially sugar, replacing them with seasonal, organic food, ancient grains, raw and super foods that all have amazing and beneficial effects on the mind and body. My chosen selection, some of which are inspired by classic recipes and some of which are my favourites all have delicious healthy ingredients that are valuable to your body. They have a positive nutritional benefit, not empty-calorie quick fixes that actually deplete your energy resources and can be detrimental to overall health. Perfect for dinner parties, lunch boxes, tea-time snacks and sugar high-free children’s birthdays, most freeze well, many are portable for a nutritious snack on the go and all are scrumptious and good for you.

30/03/2026

Easter, but make it nourishing 🐣✨

These Easter Rocky Roads are everything you want from a festive treat — rich, chocolatey, crunchy — but with ingredients that actually love you back.

Think:
🍫 Deep, antioxidant-rich 85% dark chocolate
🌰 Selenium-packed Brazil nuts for thyroid + immune support
🍒 Tart cherries & cranberries for a naturally sweet, anti-inflammatory boost
🌾 Light, crisp brown rice cakes instead of ultra-processed fillers

All finished with a scattering of mini eggs for that Easter magic 💛

It’s indulgence with intention — the kind you can share, gift, or enjoy slowly with a cup of tea.

Drop ‘Easter’ in the comments and I’ll DM you the recipe 🌿

24/03/2026

15 Minute lunch that actually nourishes.

Support your gut, balance blood sugar, and reduce inflammation, all in one bowl.

✨ Green lentils bring plant-based protein + fibre to keep you full and steady
✨ Garlic, ginger, fennel + warming spices support digestion and calm inflammation
✨ Coconut milk adds healthy fats for satiety and sustained energy
✨ Topped with roasted broccoli, kefir + Zoe Daily 30+ for gut diversity and micronutrient support

This is functional food at its best — quick to make, deeply nourishing, and full of flavour.

Perfect for busy days when you want something that truly supports your body, not just fills you up.

👉 Save this for later or comment SOUP and I’ll send you the recipe

16/03/2026

Some days you just want a Snickers… but make it nourishing. 🍫🥜

These no-bake Date, Peanut Butter & Cacao Bites are my little deconstructed Snickers moment — caramel-like dates, creamy peanut butter, crunchy nuts and rich chocolatey cacao. Sweet, satisfying and made entirely from wholesome ingredients.

For this batch I used Raw Cacao & Collagen, which adds a beautiful deep cacao flavour alongside a boost of collagen to support skin, joints and connective tissue. But don’t worry if you don’t have it — raw cacao powder and your usual collagen powder work just as well.

They take minutes to blitz together, require no baking, and keep perfectly in the fridge for when you need a little energy lift, post-walk snack or something sweet after supper.

Naturally sweet
Protein-rich
Chocolatey, nutty and utterly moreish

✨ Drop “SNICKER” in the comments and I’ll send you the full recipe.

13/03/2026

My favourite breakfast ↓🫐

Creamy, vibrant and packed with antioxidants, this overnight chia pot is one of the easiest ways to nourish your body first thing in the morning.

Loaded with chia, flax and pumpkin seeds for fibre and omega-3s, plus black raspberry and bilberry powders rich in anthocyanins, it’s a bowl designed to support gut health, energy and cellular protection.

Research into black raspberries even suggests their powerful plant compounds may help support the body’s natural defences against cancer.

Add kefir for gut-loving probiotics, fresh berries for extra polyphenols, and crunchy walnuts for healthy fats… and you have a breakfast that truly delivers food as medicine.

Prep it the night before and wake up to something seriously nourishing and delicious.

Drop CHIA in the comments and I’ll DM you the recipe. 🫐✨

11/03/2026

🍫 Fudgy No-Bake Walnut Brownies ⬇️

Rich, chocolatey, and deeply satisfying, these no-bake brownies are made with just a handful of whole ingredients.

Naturally sweetened with Medjool dates and packed with walnuts and cocoa, they deliver a delicious dose of polyphenols, fibre, and healthy fats to nourish both body and brain.

✨ Why they’re so good for you
• Walnuts – rich in omega-3 fats that support brain and heart health
• Cocoa – abundant in polyphenols that help combat oxidative stress
• Dates – provide natural sweetness along with fibre and minerals
• Flaxseed – adds plant-based omega-3s and supports digestion

No baking required. Just blend, press, chill, and slice.

Quick Recipe (16 squares)
Ingredients
• 2 cups walnuts, soaked 4–6 hours
• 1½ cups Medjool dates, pitted
• 3 tbsp ground flaxseed
• ¼ cup + 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¼ tsp sea salt (+ extra for garnish)

Method
1️⃣ Line an 8-inch square tin with parchment.
2️⃣ Drain walnuts well and place in a food processor with dates, flaxseed, cocoa, and salt.
3️⃣ Pulse, then blend until finely ground and forming a soft dough (don’t overprocess).
4️⃣ Press evenly into the lined tin and sprinkle with sea salt.
5️⃣ Freeze for 1–2 hours, then slice into squares.
Store in the freezer and enjoy straight from there for the perfect fudgy texture.

02/03/2026

Hello March! 🌿☀️

The sun is shining, the days are getting longer, and nature is giving us some seriously delicious, nutrient-packed produce to enjoy!

Eating seasonally isn’t just good for the planet it’s great for our gut, energy, and overall well-being too.

Here’s what’s fresh this month and how it can nourish us:

🥦 Veggies: Purple sprouting broccoli, kale, spring greens, wild garlic, radishes, spinach, leeks, and the last of the winter roots. Packed with antioxidants, fibre, and immune-boosting goodness to help us shake off winter.

🍏 Fruit: Rhubarb is in its prime! Its tartness is amazing in compotes, crumbles, or even blended into a gut-friendly smoothie. Rich in polyphenols to support digestion and reduce inflammation.

🐟 Fish & Seafood: Lemon sole, mussels, clams, and plaice are all at their best—full of omega-3s to support brain health, joints, and mood.

March is all about light, fresh flavours and supporting our bodies as we transition into spring.

What seasonal ingredients are you excited to cook with?

Let me know below! 👇💚

26/02/2026

Chocolate… but make it functional 🍫✨

These rich, velvety chocolate pots prove that dessert doesn’t have to mean sugar highs and energy crashes. Made with whole, nutrient-dense ingredients, this is indulgence designed to nourish as well as satisfy.

Think mood support, mineral replenishment, steady energy and deep chocolate satisfaction — all in one spoonful.

Because food can be joyful and supportive of your health.

👉 Swipe through to discover the ingredients and the powerful benefits behind this dessert with benefits.

Save this for your next chocolate craving 🤎

14/02/2026

SAVOURY BRUNCH RECIPE ⬇️

A Dutch baby is like a cross between a pancake and a Yorkshire pudding — light, puffed, and utterly moreish 🥞✨

I spotted this beauty in Ocado Life magazine and had to recreate it, adapting it slightly to up the servings, I only had dill in the fridge and to make it gluten-free.

This dill-flecked Dutch baby is perfect for a slow weekend breakfast, a relaxed brunch, or a light lunch with a crisp green salad.

Finished with wild smoked salmon, crème fraîche, capers, and a squeeze of lemon, simple, nourishing, and quietly elegant.

Would you serve this for brunch or lunch? 💚🍋

INGREDIENTS 4 eggs 140ml milk or dairy-free milk 80g GF plain flour ¼ tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp sea salt Zest of 1 lemon 3 tbsp chopped dill 1 tbsp olive oil Topping 200g Wild Smoked Salmon 4 tbsp Crème Fraiche 1 tbsp Baby capers Lemon wedges

Comment ‘Dutch’ for the full recipe

12/02/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗷𝗼: 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱

Juggling family meals, fussy eaters and busy lives can leave even the most capable cooks feeling stuck.

This mum of two came to see me feeling overwhelmed, low in energy and completely uninspired in the kitchen — despite wanting to nourish her family well.

Together, we created a bespoke, family-friendly plan that respected everyone’s preferences, supported health and immunity, and brought joy back to everyday cooking. Most importantly, she didn’t have to do it alone — ongoing support made all the difference.

If mealtimes feel like hard work and you are ready to feel confident, inspired and supported again, book your appointment via the link in my bio.

08/02/2026

🍋 Lemon Overnight Oats - swipe for recipe and nutritional content

A bright, zesty breakfast that does more than just taste good ✨

High in fibre, rich in plant protein, and packed with ingredients that support digestion and steady energy — all from simple, everyday foods.

Save this recipe if you’re looking for a high-fibre, high-protein breakfast idea 💛

💬 If you’d like to learn how food can better support your health,
drop me a DM to find out more.

13/10/2025

✨ Simple Seasonal Supper ✨
A wholesome, comforting dish to celebrate autumn’s best produce 🍂

Ingredients at a glance:
🎃 Squash & sweet potato
🧅 Red onion & thyme
🌶️ Chilli flakes & cinnamon
🥣 Gnocchi
🧀 Blue cheese
🌰 Maple pecans

🥣 Packed with gut-loving prebiotics, probiotic-rich blue cheese, and carotenoid-filled veggies, this is comfort food with benefits.

💚 Naturally gluten free and perfect with steamed kale or a crisp green salad.

🍁Drop ‘gnocchi’ in comments below and I’ll send you the recipe ⬇️

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