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My Best of the Week: 6 Cozy Vegan Recipe Picks
I’m welcoming October with maple-roasted veggies, cozy soup, chewy bagels and a little chocolate.

Kathy Patalsky
Editor, Finding Vegan · Oct 7, 2026




My October cooking mood is all about warm bowls and turning on the oven for something sweet. This week, I’m sharing six Editor’s Picks, including recipes from my blog HealthyHappyLife and an air fryer snack from the vegan blogging community.
Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts
My maple roasted Brussels sprouts bring caramelized edges and a sticky sweet-and-savory glaze to an October dinner plate. Get the recipe →
Potato Cauliflower Soup
My creamy potato cauliflower soup is just the kind of cozy bowl I crave on a cool evening. Get the recipe →
Air fryer tofu puffs
I’m adding secondrecipe’s air fryer tofu puffs to my snack inspiration list for a plant-based protein option. Get the recipe →
Pumpkin and Hemp Seed Bagels
My pumpkin and hemp seed bagels have fluffy interiors and a chewy texture that make a homemade breakfast feel special. Get the recipe →
Winter Veggie Stew
My chunky winter veggie stew brings potatoes, carrots, leafy greens, pasta and vegan sausage together, with crusty bread alongside. Get the recipe →
Chocolate Chip Cookies with Walnuts
My chocolate chip cookies with walnuts finish this week’s picks with crisp edges and gooey chocolate centers; for more plant-based cooking inspiration, browse Finding Vegan. Get the recipe →
