Hello everyone,

I hope you’re all staying warm! In an effort to help bring the heat, I am happy to announce my first product give away – a Siracha 2 Go keychain. Oh yes, now you can ensure you never have to head out to a restaurant without the sweet spicy chili sauce everyone knows and loves. I’ll also throw in some ‘surprise’ products as well.

How to enter:

• Follow this blog if you aren’t already; and
• Like any post of your choice.
• For an an extra entry like the Vegan Hostess Facebook page.

I will randomly select the winner on Sunday, Feb. 22 at 6pm EST.

Okay, now on to the treats! I found a carton of oats in my refrigerator tonight, and I just couldn’t help myself. It’d been too long since I made a warm, chewy oatmeal cookie. The below-listed recipe is for a slightly more healthy version which utilizes whole wheat flour in lieu of all-purpose, Splenda instead of sugar, and mashed bananas as the binder. The cocoa and vegan chocolate chips pair wonderfully with the light banana flavor. Don’t take my word for it when I say this recipe produces a delicious, healthier alternative, try it yourself!