Lotustörtchen

Banana and peanut butter granola

2020-05-23T09:31:27Z

Hey there! I’m sure the last weeks and months were not easy for everyone and I had no other option as to…

The post Banana and peanut butter granola first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Almond crescents – healthier and sugarfree

2019-11-27T15:34:48Z

Yesterday I actually managed to get another Christmas cookie recipe done. Despite a nasty cold that got a grip on all of…

The post Almond crescents – healthier and sugarfree first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Healthier thumbprint cookies filled with Christmas jam-two recipes for Christmas season

2019-11-20T14:39:21Z

Not much longer and the first advent is upon us. Christmas season is approaching and the anticipation is rising so it’s time…

The post Healthier thumbprint cookies filled with Christmas jam-two recipes for Christmas season first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Banana and cinnamon waffles – a quick afternoon snack for hungry kids or adults

2019-11-06T09:39:50Z

Here’s a scenario that happens in my house all the time. Just “really” shortly after lunch my kids come running into the…

The post Banana and cinnamon waffles – a quick afternoon snack for hungry kids or adults first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Pumpkin spice cookies

2019-10-25T16:18:31Z

Hello and tgif! Just last week I bragged about posting always on Wednesday nowadays and then this weeks post makes it online…

The post Pumpkin spice cookies first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Bean brownies – healthy and delicious

2019-10-16T08:07:06Z

Happy Wednesday everyone! Did you notice that Wednesday has become the day I post new recipes over here? I really try to…

The post Bean brownies – healthy and delicious first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chestnut and orange soup – a fall favorite

2019-10-09T07:53:29Z

I love chestnuts even more than my beloved pumpkin during fall and winter time and every year I can hardly wait to…

The post Chestnut and orange soup – a fall favorite first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Veggie chilli

2019-10-01T17:07:35Z

On a cold, rainy fall day there’s nothing better than devouring a warming, spicy chilli that is easily prepared. One of my…

The post Veggie chilli first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Spiced zucchini-walnut bread

2019-10-01T17:22:23Z

Since a couple of weeks I’m really in the mood for baking again. In general I prefer baking than cooking but in…

The post Spiced zucchini-walnut bread first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Cardamom-spiced plum cake with almond crunch

2019-09-24T10:21:28Z

Hi there! It’s been two years since my last post and although I never planned for such a long hiatus it just was…

The post Cardamom-spiced plum cake with almond crunch first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chocolate crumb cake with cherry vanilla cream filling

2019-09-24T15:17:28Z

It’s already the end of July and the cherry season is coming to an end. Before all cherries are finally gone I…

The post Chocolate crumb cake with cherry vanilla cream filling first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Roasted sweet pepper and almond pesto – a super quick summer recipe

2017-07-18T13:17:34Z

Dear summer provides us with so many great seasonal vegetables and I just thoroughly enjoy it all every summer again. Sweet peppers…

The post Roasted sweet pepper and almond pesto – a super quick summer recipe first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Nectarine and coconut tart

2017-06-17T14:36:53Z

I love summer not only for the beautiful sunny weather, warm summer evenings spent outside on the terrasse, picnics on luscious green…

The post Nectarine and coconut tart first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Iced vanilla-date coffee

2017-05-31T09:35:08Z

In the last days temperatures climbing to more than 30°C already and summer seems to be upon us early this year. Cooling…

The post Iced vanilla-date coffee first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chocolate and brown top millet cookies

2017-05-15T10:29:28Z

My loved ones at home have the biggest sweet tooth you can imagine so I’m constantly on the lookout for healthy sweet…

The post Chocolate and brown top millet cookies first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Rhubarb-raspberry crumb squares

2017-05-07T12:42:13Z

By now it’s the middle of spring even if the month of May sends us lots of rain and cold temperatures and…

The post Rhubarb-raspberry crumb squares first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Vanilla-Orange scones

2017-02-05T18:11:25Z

It’s been really a month since my last post and I’m truly sorry for my unexplained absence. Believe me it wasn’t planned…

The post Vanilla-Orange scones first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Coconut soup with rice noodles

2017-01-05T11:04:56Z

Welcome 2017 and to all of you a happy new year! I hope you had a good start and joyous holidays with…

The post Coconut soup with rice noodles first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Stuffed potato patties (Last minute Christmas recipe)

2019-09-24T15:20:24Z

Do you already have your Christmas dinner planned or are you still looking for ideas? If yes, then here’s a delicious and…

The post Stuffed potato patties (Last minute Christmas recipe) first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Christmassy persimmon and orange Bundt cake

2016-12-13T10:15:10Z

Next week Christmas is finally here and we can hardly contain ourselves. At least my daughter is so excited, she is asking…

The post Christmassy persimmon and orange Bundt cake first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chestnut-chocolate slices with a touch of cinnamon

2016-12-06T08:36:10Z

Juhu, St Nicholas was here and brought with him this wonderful recipe – Chestnut-chocolate slices with a touch of cinnamon. Perfect for…

The post Chestnut-chocolate slices with a touch of cinnamon first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Rolled Linzer Cookies

2016-11-29T09:13:19Z

Ta ta ta!! A little later this week ( I was down with a bad stomach bug, thanks to my daughters kindergarten…

The post Rolled Linzer Cookies first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Baked apple-rolls

2016-11-20T07:22:08Z

Just one week left until the first Advent and the Christmas anticipation is rising over here. I’m already in the middle of…

The post Baked apple-rolls first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Red apple-cabbage

2016-11-16T10:36:33Z

By now we’re moving with big steps towards Christmastime and with the already frosty weather, Christmas planning is under way. That includes,…

The post Red apple-cabbage first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Pecan-date tart

2016-11-13T07:56:49Z

Ever since trying pecan nuts for the first time in the US many years ago, I’m addicted to them and they’re since…

The post Pecan-date tart first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Apple and onion galette

2016-11-06T07:38:02Z

During fall and winter season I simply love baking and cooking with apples. I especially like to pair them with chestnuts, pumpkin,…

The post Apple and onion galette first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Vanilla quinoa porridge with baked pear and roasted almonds

2016-11-01T18:51:24Z

Happy November! Fall is here in full abundance with all its gorgeous colours and hues. The sun sets earlier these days and…

The post Vanilla quinoa porridge with baked pear and roasted almonds first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Golden turmeric milk (an amazing drink for the cold season)

2016-10-27T09:14:01Z

As soon as the weather is getting colder, the days are becoming grey, dark and wet. We’re heading with big steps towards…

The post Golden turmeric milk (an amazing drink for the cold season) first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Cinnamon-apple cake with crunchy almonds

2016-12-08T14:57:42Z

Fall time is apple time and since many weeks I was planning to create a recipe for some delicious apple cake. I’m…

The post Cinnamon-apple cake with crunchy almonds first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chia-persimmon and coconut pudding

2016-10-20T06:48:55Z

Today’s recipe is a super simple and quick breakfast recipe. Soak the chia seeds overnight in the fridge and in the morning…

The post Chia-persimmon and coconut pudding first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Lemon and polenta cookies

2020-05-18T11:28:51Z

Cookies are an absolute favourite in my house because everyone in my family has a big sweet tooth. They’re eaten mostly as…

The post Lemon and polenta cookies first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Creamy Masala and cauliflower soup

2016-10-17T15:12:23Z

As soon as it starts to feel like fall outside with wind blowing and rain soaking you through, it’s a great idea…

The post Creamy Masala and cauliflower soup first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Roasted fall salad with pomegranate, sweet potatoes, butternut squash and chestnuts

2016-10-17T15:16:41Z

Today I have a great recipe for this delicious and colourful salad for you. It contains roasted sweet potatoes and butternut squash,…

The post Roasted fall salad with pomegranate, sweet potatoes, butternut squash and chestnuts first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Caramel-cinnamon apple smoothie

2016-10-17T15:26:00Z

During fall I simply love cooking, baking and creating new recipes with all the wonderful seasonal produce. Crunchy and crisp apples are…

The post Caramel-cinnamon apple smoothie first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Wholemeal rye sourdough knots with nutty tomato pesto

2016-10-17T20:07:19Z

I wanted to bake bread since several days but was bored of the idea of baking just a normal bread. Then I…

The post Wholemeal rye sourdough knots with nutty tomato pesto first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Cauliflower rice with avocado cream

2016-10-17T20:02:02Z

At the first glimpse this recipe seems to be for rice with cauliflower but don’t be fooled. It’s actually “rice” only made…

The post Cauliflower rice with avocado cream first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Pumpkin spice latte

2016-10-17T20:15:13Z

Hello Fall! I simply love fall with its colours, the cool crisp air and everything it brings us. Apples, pears, nuts, chest…

The post Pumpkin spice latte first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Green millet salad

2016-10-17T20:19:02Z

It’s been quite some time I’ve posted anything here and I missed blogging so much. But I didn’t sit idle in the…

The post Green millet salad first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Orange nice cream

2016-10-17T20:26:39Z

I spent one year of my early childhood in the beautiful country of Spain near Barcelona. One of my fondest memories of…

The post Orange nice cream first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Gazpacho with roasted chickpeas

2016-10-17T20:29:45Z

Gazpacho is a Spanish cold soup, served mainly on hot summer days as it’s a nice refreshment to cool off. It’s the…

The post Gazpacho with roasted chickpeas first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Berry-cherry and chia jam

2016-10-17T20:37:20Z

If you like to eat jam but want to stay away from refined sugar, then it can be really challenging to find…

The post Berry-cherry and chia jam first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Blackberry bars

2016-10-18T07:51:32Z

It’s blackberry season here and this year they just started growing on their own in our garden. Due to many rainy days…

The post Blackberry bars first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Mini polenta and sweet potato pizza with parsley pesto

2016-10-18T08:01:18Z

This recipe was a spontaneous one and came together because I had to use up some sweet potatoes. It was a big…

The post Mini polenta and sweet potato pizza with parsley pesto first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Cinnamon and cashew cakes

2016-10-20T06:54:26Z

These pretty little cinnamon and cashew cakes taste heavenly and are perfect for afternoon tea. A quick and easy recipe without actually…

The post Cinnamon and cashew cakes first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Snicker cups

2016-10-17T14:32:45Z

Who doesn’t know the popular Snickers bar with chocolate, peanuts and caramel?! I love the combination of chocolate and peanuts but in…

The post Snicker cups first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Berry-coconut popsicles

2016-10-17T14:32:43Z

Popsicles are an absolute favourite in our house. So easy and fast to make and without loads of sugar and other nasty…

The post Berry-coconut popsicles first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Lemon and poppy-seed pancakes

2016-10-21T08:19:13Z

I always wanted to try the combination of lemon and poppy-seeds and I finally managed it over the weekend. I came up…

The post Lemon and poppy-seed pancakes first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Oat and yoghurt tartlets

2016-10-21T08:23:06Z

Happy Friday! I am so glad for the weekend and can’t wait for the summer holidays to get some much needed rest.…

The post Oat and yoghurt tartlets first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chai-spiced overnight chia oats

2016-10-21T08:26:29Z

Although I am actually a morning person, there are days I have to drag myself out of bed and just want to…

The post Chai-spiced overnight chia oats first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Matcha latte

2016-10-21T08:49:23Z

Matcha is a finely ground Japanese green tea with amazing health benefits and used in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. It contains…

The post Matcha latte first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Cherry and red currant crumble

2016-10-17T14:32:41Z

A crumble is just like a fruit cake with streusel/crumbles on top but without a cake bottom. It’s a delicious dessert idea…

The post Cherry and red currant crumble first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Quinoa nuggets

2016-10-21T08:55:30Z

The idea for this recipe came to me when I was buying ready-made quinoa patties in an organic food store recently. They tasted…

The post Quinoa nuggets first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Black forest cherry smoothie bowl

2016-10-21T09:01:09Z

As I must have mentioned before breakfast is my favourite meal of the day and I love it to constantly create new…

The post Black forest cherry smoothie bowl first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Zucchini patties

2016-10-21T09:06:00Z

For the very first time this year we planted our own zucchinis and by now they are growing faster than we can…

The post Zucchini patties first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chocolate donuts

2016-10-21T09:08:01Z

Donuts. Little sweet pillows of heaven but normally not really a healthy kind of food. They’re mostly fried, thickly coated with a…

The post Chocolate donuts first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Pad thai (Vegan-style)

2016-10-21T09:13:11Z

I ate my very first Pad Thai in a little thai restaurant in the Silicon Valley and was hooked from the first…

The post Pad thai (Vegan-style) first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Pink lemonade

2016-10-21T09:17:30Z

Hello Monday morning and hello sunshine! Summer is finally coming and it gets warmer! To get into the summer groove and beat…

The post Pink lemonade first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Blueberry-almond muffins

2016-10-21T09:21:55Z

Hey there! After I spent the last 1 1/2 weeks being sick at home, I finally feel like myself again. Boy, let…

The post Blueberry-almond muffins first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Quick pasta arrabbiata with mushrooms

2016-10-21T09:24:37Z

If on some days lunch or dinner needs to be a quick affair then pasta is the way to go. An easy…

The post Quick pasta arrabbiata with mushrooms first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Salad in a jar

2016-10-21T09:34:15Z

Today we have salad in a jar because it looks pretty and to mix it up a little. This salad contains sweet…

The post Salad in a jar first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chocolate-coconut (n)ice cream

2016-10-21T09:35:08Z

I love ice cream so much and there is nothing better on a hot summer day to beat the heat. Unfortunately regular…

The post Chocolate-coconut (n)ice cream first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Mini zucchini and carrot bundt cakes

2016-12-08T14:59:18Z

Hello and good morning! Is it really Monday already?! My bed didn`t want to let me get up today morning and one…

The post Mini zucchini and carrot bundt cakes first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Goodness bowl

2016-10-21T09:48:36Z

A “bowl or buddha bowl” is a current food trend, which basically means serving different healthy food components in a pretty bowl.…

The post Goodness bowl first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Vanilla porridge with pomegranate seeds and pecan nuts

2016-10-21T09:51:13Z

Cold and wet weather always makes me crave a bowl of hot and yummy porridge. Spring over here decided to act as…

The post Vanilla porridge with pomegranate seeds and pecan nuts first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Teff pancakes

2016-10-21T09:54:37Z

Good morning lovelies and happy Monday! The weekend and the good weather flew by as always and now we have a grey…

The post Teff pancakes first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Mochi rice pudding with vanilla cherries

2016-10-21T10:04:17Z

While writing this blog post I`m having this delicious rice pudding as my dessert and thoroughly enjoying every spoon of it! This…

The post Mochi rice pudding with vanilla cherries first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Mango and strawberry smoothie bowl

2016-11-01T19:07:12Z

Smoothies are some of my favourite breakfast go-to`s because you can make them with so many different ingredients and they`re quick and…

The post Mango and strawberry smoothie bowl first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Strawberry and chocolate tart

2016-11-01T19:11:52Z

I mentioned before that I am just crazy for strawberries and I could eat them every day, all day. 🙂 And cake…

The post Strawberry and chocolate tart first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Pina Colada buckwheat pudding

2016-11-04T12:15:37Z

The first cocktail I ordered in a restaurant, after I had finally turned 18, was a Pina Colada. Perhaps because it was…

The post Pina Colada buckwheat pudding first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Blueberry cheesecake

2016-11-04T12:22:15Z

Spring is here in full bloom and summer is not far away now. Every year I look forward to this time of…

The post Blueberry cheesecake first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Carrot and almond porridge

2016-11-04T12:27:42Z

Hello all! In case you’re wondering about the name of todays recipe, let me tell you that carrots in a porridge taste…

The post Carrot and almond porridge first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chocolate and pear muffins

2019-09-20T14:54:03Z

Sometimes new recipe ideas struck me like a lightening bolt. The same happened with this one here. It was a rainy afternoon…

The post Chocolate and pear muffins first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Baked sweet potato falafel

2016-11-04T12:35:44Z

Hello Monday! Is it just me or does time seems to just fly by on weekends? Just now we were sitting down…

The post Baked sweet potato falafel first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Teff pizza

2016-11-04T13:18:15Z

Hello and happy Friday! Our family simply loves pizza and if I would ask Miss T. she would have it every day.…

The post Teff pizza first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Black rice salad

2016-11-04T13:23:45Z

Today the sun is shining from a clear blue sky, bees and bumblebees are buzzing and the fields are shining in a…

The post Black rice salad first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Brownies

2016-11-04T13:27:42Z

Happy Monday and a good start of the week to all of you! I am at home with a sick kid and…

The post Brownies first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Granola bars with roasted bananas

2016-11-04T13:32:31Z

I’m a big oatmeal and granola fan since it makes for such a practical and easy meal. If there’s no time in…

The post Granola bars with roasted bananas first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Eggplant and apricot curry

2016-11-04T13:36:54Z

Good morning on this sunny and beautiful day! I hope you had a good start into the week. We spent our weekend…

The post Eggplant and apricot curry first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Buckwheat pasta with creamy cashew sauce, broccoli, edamame and mushrooms

2016-11-04T13:41:45Z

Happy Friday to you all! The sun is shining and making me feel really good today! Todays post is a short one,…

The post Buckwheat pasta with creamy cashew sauce, broccoli, edamame and mushrooms first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Rainbow salad with roasted sweet potatoes and black lentils

2016-11-04T13:48:21Z

Spring is finally here in full bloom and with it some warmer weather. Yay!! 🙂 As soon as it gets warmer I…

The post Rainbow salad with roasted sweet potatoes and black lentils first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Chai-spiced tapioca pudding with strawberry sauce

2016-11-04T13:53:24Z

After spending a long and relaxing weekend with my best friend in the “Harz” area it’s time to come back to a…

The post Chai-spiced tapioca pudding with strawberry sauce first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Yellow lentil soup

2016-11-04T14:02:21Z

Uuuhhh, Regen, Regen, Regen. Hier ist es nass, kalt und ungemütlich und wir sind alle schon wieder erkältet. Frühling wo bist Du…

The post Yellow lentil soup first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Seven herb dip (A German classic)

2016-11-04T14:05:01Z

Today is officially the second day of spring! But even if it’s raining here and the sky is grey and full of…

The post Seven herb dip (A German classic) first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Crunchy granola

2016-11-04T14:12:18Z

Breakfast is my favourite meal of the day and I love it to constantly try out new recipes. The possibilities are just…

The post Crunchy granola first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Beetroot soup

2016-11-04T14:15:01Z

When I looked into my fridge today morning and spotted four sad beetroots, lying all forgotten in the vegetable compartment, lunch was…

The post Beetroot soup first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Carrot cake and a happy Easter time

2016-11-04T14:19:28Z

Baking is one of my biggest passions. Ever since I got my first baking book when I was just 8 or 9…

The post Carrot cake and a happy Easter time first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Green matcha powersmoothie

2016-11-04T14:22:24Z

Brrr, it’s still way too cold here! Ever since coming back from warm India to wearing thick winter coats and boots again,…

The post Green matcha powersmoothie first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Banana-chia pudding

2016-11-04T14:26:00Z

Ever since discovering chia seeds I am addicted. I love them in bread, granola, smoothies and in this great pudding recipe. The…

The post Banana-chia pudding first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Lemon bites

2016-11-04T14:30:02Z

Since yesterday the sun is finally out here! The last days and ever since coming back from India we only had the…

The post Lemon bites first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Polenta with bell pepper and tomato sauce, baby spinach and eggs sunny-side up

2016-11-04T14:34:11Z

I spent the last weeks in India and feasted on lots of delicious Indian food (more on that later), but today I…

The post Polenta with bell pepper and tomato sauce, baby spinach and eggs sunny-side up first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Eggplant Bolognese

2016-11-04T14:37:29Z

Many days I just don’t have much time to cook lunch and in between work, household duties and picking up Miss T…

The post Eggplant Bolognese first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Orange and cinnamon rolls

2016-11-04T14:43:35Z

Cinnamon rolls are one of my favourite treats. Many years ago during our initial years in the US we had to completely…

The post Orange and cinnamon rolls first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Mushroom frittata

2016-11-04T14:48:37Z

Frittata is nothing else but a thick omelette with some added ingredients like vegetables and herbs. You can use all kinds of…

The post Mushroom frittata first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Buckwheat and pear pancakes

2016-11-04T14:46:44Z

At our house Sunday is pancake day. 🙂 At least ever since Miss T was born. We love to get into the…

The post Buckwheat and pear pancakes first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Indian chai

2016-11-04T14:50:47Z

After meeting Mr. S, he was posted in the US and after some time I took a flight to visit him there.…

The post Indian chai first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Roasted brussels sprouts with sweet potatoes

2019-10-09T08:19:12Z

I am sure when you think back to your childhood, one or the other dreaded dish comes to mind. For me one…

The post Roasted brussels sprouts with sweet potatoes first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Ginger hummus with sun-dried tomatoes

2016-11-04T14:58:19Z

I simply love hummus but that wasn’t always the case. Until some time ago I used to sometimes buy readymade hummus from…

The post Ginger hummus with sun-dried tomatoes first appeared on Lotustörtchen.

Pumpkin-oat cookies

2016-11-04T15:00:07Z

Although I always liked pumpkin I really fell in love with it in the US. It was there I discovered the world…

The post Pumpkin-oat cookies first appeared on Lotustörtchen.