Nutella is one of those spreads everyone seems to love…except if you have a nut allergy. Crepes, acai bowls, and Nutella + pretzel school snacks were all items I, having a nut allergy, always wanted to try. Traditional hazelnut spreads are obviously off-limits, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out. This nut-free version…

Oatmeal raisin cookies have always been a favorite in my house, but with a nut allergy, even a simple cookie can feel risky. Store-bought and bakery options often use full walnuts for extra crunch, nut oils, nut flours, or are made in facilities that handle nuts. That’s why I love making my own. They are…

Camp was always supposed to be the place where I could unplug from everything. Whether it be school, stress, or boring, constant routines, however, my nut allergy never fully unplugged with me. It followed me into the dining hall, onto the lake, into my cabin, and even to the campfire. While everyone else showed up…

Flip over any snack at the grocery store and you’ll see it. Those bold allergen warnings printed “Contains: peanuts, tree nuts.” For most people, they’re easy to ignore. For those of us with food allergies, they’re the difference between a normal day and a potential medical emergency.But what’s actually going on behind those labels?Why can…

Cinnamon rolls are a staple of comfort food, especially for me on Christmas morning, while watching the Home Alone movie. But, at most bakeries, they’re often topped or filled with ingredients like pecans, walnuts, or other nut allergens. For those navigating nut allergies, enjoying one safely can always be a challenge. So, baking them myself…

When you think about college dining, you probably picture long lines, trays of food, and the excitement of that night’s dinner. However, for students with allergies, it can also feel extremely nerve-wracking and overwhelming. Well, that is until you notice the purple hats. When I visited Duke University, there were many staff members wearing these…

Trail mix is supposed to be the perfect snack. It’s portable, crunchy, sweet, and salty, the best of both worlds! But for someone with a nut allergy, it’s the exact opposite. A handful of “harmless” clusters actually contain almonds, cashews, and peanuts, just to name a few. That’s why I want to share this safe,…

Baking has always been my happy place. Whether it be measuring, mixing, tasting, or sharing something homemade with my friends and family. But as someone with a nut allergy, even a simple recipe can become off-limits. My grandma’s famous peanut butter cookies? oatmeal raisin bread? Her zucchini muffins? They all called for nuts, almond extract,…

Every year, as soon as December hits, my brain immediately shifts into holiday mode… and allergy mode. I love the lights, the music, the baking, everything… but I also know that the holidays are when nuts sneak into literally everything. From the Hanukkah party jelly donuts to the Christmas cookies, it feels like a constant…

Most classic Holiday Christmas/Hanukkah cookie recipes call for almond extract, chopped pecans, or other nuts, but what about those with nut allergies? Don’t worry! You don’t have to miss out on holiday baking. With a few swaps, you can still enjoy the cozy comfort, smell, and sweetness the holiday cookies bring, completely nut-free! Ingredients: For…