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My Best of the Week: Cozy Vegan Bites and Sweet Treats

My six picks bring together stovetop apples, comforting mains and a little cake-worthy celebration.

Kathy Patalsky

Kathy Patalsky

Editor, Finding Vegan · Nov 7, 2026

Recipes featured in My Best of the Week: Cozy Vegan Bites and Sweet Treats

I'm closing out October with cozy dinner ideas and a few sweet treats, starting with two Editor’s Picks. This week's mix includes favorites from my recipe blog, HealthyHappyLife.com, plus a protein-rich meal from secondrecipe.

stovetop apples

My stovetop apples are a simple, fall-friendly pick for the breakfast lineup. Get the recipe →

Vegan + Soy-Free Birthday Cake

My vegan, soy-free birthday cake brings fluffy vanilla layers and creamy vanilla frosting to a sweet celebration. Get the recipe →

Instant pot chana dal

I like secondrecipe's Instant Pot chana dal for an easy, protein-rich meal paired with rice or roti. Get the recipe →

Vegan Mushroom Soup

My creamy vegan mushroom soup brings cozy bowl appeal with sautéed mushrooms, rosemary and a drizzle of olive oil. Get the recipe →

Spinach Mushroom Lasagna

My spinach mushroom lasagna layers marinara, creamy cashew ricotta and melted vegan mozzarella for a comforting dinner. Get the recipe →

Vegan Walnut Brownies

I'm finishing with my rich vegan walnut brownies, with chewy edges and gooey chocolate chunks, and an invitation to browse more vegan recipes. Get the recipe →