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Plant-powered comfort food starts here. Discover our certified organic, vegan baking mixes - perfect for biscuits, pancakes, muffins, desserts & so much more. Sustainably packaged, made with compassion in Asheville, NC. Bake better with Compassionate Kitchen. Compassionate Kitchen Organic, vegan baking mixes made with clean ingredients and packaged with the planet in mind. Shop Online or Find Us Near You Made locally in Asheville, NC. Shop online for nationwide shipping, or find us at select retailers across Western North Carolina and the Southeast. 📍Earth Fare- Westgate - Asheville, NC 📍West Village Market- Asheville, NC 📍Hopey & Co. - Asheville, NC 📍Zoolies - Waynesville, NC 📍Organic BodyWorkx- Sylva, NC 📍High Country Emporium - Boone, NC 📍Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery - Greenville, SC Quality Ingredients, Delicious Flavors At Compassionate Kitchen, we believe in the power of simple, clean, and quality ingredients to create delicious and wholesome specialty mixes that nourish both body and soul. Learn More Craving satisfied finally ! "I'm not a baker, but it's not from a lack of trying. This mix is easy and delicious. I've tried several times to make vegan biscuits from recipes and after the 10th attempt (which all went in the trash). my BF said "I'm not being mean but just stop". I found this mix and omg ! It's so good. " - Amazon Customer- Delicious!! "Oof, it's exactly how I imagine biscuits were always meant to taste but never could quite get there.....until these. Easy and actually oddly satisfying to make and again, just delicious. 100 percent recommend." - Amazon Customer- Absolutely Delicious! “Finally-A healthy biscuit mix! We topped pot pies with the dough & it came out so light & tasty! The Compassionate Kitchen customer service is also unmatched. They have been amazingly responsive to my questions. I intend to continue to support their business & have this mix as a pantry staple for a long time to come!.” - Amazon Customer-

< Back Pumpkin Coffee Cake Muffins Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 25-30 Minutes Serves: 12 Muffins Level: You Got This! About the Recipe Cozy fall flavor in every bite. These soft pumpkin coffee cake muffins are warmly spiced and topped with a buttery, golden streusel crumble- perfect with your morning coffee or as an afternoon treat. So good you won't be able to stop at just one. Ingredients Muffins 1 3/4 cups of Everyday Mix 1/2 cup of granulated sugar 1/2 cup light brown sugar 2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice (store bought) 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1/2 (15 oz) can of pumkin puree (about 3/4 cup + 2 Tbsp) 3/4 cup plant milk Crumb Topping 3/4 cup of flour (or mix if you don't have ant flour) 1/4 cup of packed light brown sugar (or dark sugar substitute) 1/4 cup of granulated sugar 1 teaspoon of pumpkin spice 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 5 tablespoons of melted coconut oil or plant butter Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 12-muffin pan with either oil or cupcake/muffin liners. Step 2 Add the Mix, sugars, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice to a large bowl and mix until combined . Step 3 Whisk together the vanilla extract , pumpkin puree, and plant-based milk in a medium bowl. Step 4 Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until everything is combined and there's no flour clumps. Be careful not to overmix. Step 5 To make the crumb topping, mix together the flour (or Mix), sugars and pumpkin spice in a small bowl . Add the melted coconut oil or plant butter and vanilla and mix with a fork until small clumps begin to form. Step 6 Fill the muffin cups about 3/4 way full , then sprinkle the crumbs on top . Step 7 Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for around 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick/knife comes out clean. Remove the muffins and allow to cool completely on a cooling rack (around 10-15 minutes). Previous Next

< Back Pancakes Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes Serves: 10-12 Servings Level: Quick & Easy About the Recipe Our vegan, organic instant mix just made pancakes easier and better! Crafted without any added oils, it delivers light, airy pancakes with the perfect golden finish. Simply add your favorite plant-based milk or water for a stack that’s comforting and satisfying. Whether you’re treating yourself to a weekend brunch or a quick weekday meal, this mix offers a guilt-free way to enjoy pancakes without compromising on flavor or texture. Made with organic ingredients, no refined sugars, and packaged sustainably, every bite supports a kinder world—for you, the animals, and the planet. Add fresh fruit, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to create your perfect breakfast experience. Ingredients 2 cups Everyday Baking Mix 1 1/2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave Preparation Step 1 Preheat a lightly oiled griddle or pan over medium heat. Step 2 In a medium bowl, mix together water, vanilla extract, and maple syrup or agave. Step 3 Fold in Everyday Baking Mix and stir until just combined. The batter should be a bit lumpy - avoid over-mixing. Step 4 Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto preheated griddle or pan. Cook 1-2 minutes until edges are dry and bubbles form on the surface. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes on the other side Step 5 Serve warm with your favorite butter, toppings and/or syrup. Enjoy! *2 cups of Everyday Baking Mix make approximately 10-12 pancakes (4 inches each). Previous Next

< Back Waffles Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 6 Minutes Serves: 4 Servings Level: Quick & Easy About the Recipe Our vegan waffles, made with our organic Everyday Baking Mix, deliver the perfect combination of a crisp exterior and a light, fluffy center. While they contain natural fats from coconut cream, they are free from added oils. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with fresh fruit, syrup, or nut butter, these waffles come together quickly and easily for a satisfying breakfast or brunch. Versatile and delicious, they’re the perfect treat for any occasion! Ingredients 2 cups Everyday Baking Mix 1 1/2 cup water 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave (you can also use regular white sugar) Preparation Step 1 In a large bowl combine the water, vanilla extract and sugar . Step 2 Slowly stir in Everyday Baking Mix- avoiding over-mixing. Step 3 Preheat waffle iron to medium-high , lightly coat with cooking spray or brush with coconut oil. Step 4 Pour about 3/4 cup batter onto waffle iron. Cook until golden and crisp on edges, around 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining batter. Step 5 Serve warm with your favorite toppings and syrup. Enjoy! Previous Next

Compassionate Kitchen is a vegan, organic, and sustainable pantry staples brand. All of our products are vegan certified, USDA certified organic, and sustainably packaged. We only use clean, limited ingredients like unbleached and unbromated 100% whole grain wheat flour. About Us Food With a Conscience Compassionate Kitchen began when Jessica was pregnant with our daughter. We were thinking about the kind of world she would inherit and what responsibility we had in shaping it. Food felt like the most immediate place to begin. With Jessica’s background in environmental science, law, and food policy - and years spent organizing communities around healthier, more just food systems - we knew we couldn’t cut corners. We committed to using certified organic ingredients and to holding ourselves to clear, transparent standards. We’ve pursued vegan certification and invested in environmentally responsible packaging, even when it significantly increases our costs, because those choices reflect who we are, not just what we sell. Because this isn’t just a product line. It’s a reflection of how we live and what we believe. We’re a family-run company. In the beginning, we thought big - broad distribution, wide reach - but when we found our community in Asheville, we brought it closer to home. We focus on sourcing and producing as locally as possible, building relationships face to face, and growing in a way that strengthens the place we live. We believe strong companies are built on conscience. Food with a conscience. Care over convenience. Integrity baked in. We’re building the kind of company we hope our daughter grows up seeing as the norm- one where responsibility isn’t optional, community matters, and doing the right thing isn’t negotiable. Meet Jon & Jessica Hi, we’re Jessica and Jon Crane - the husband-and-wife team behind Compassionate Kitchen. We’re both deeply rooted in the Southeast. Jessica was born and raised in Greenville, South Carolina, and Jon spent most of his childhood there before life carried us in a few different directions. After years of living and working in various parts of the country, we found ourselves drawn back to the mountains of Western North Carolina - the place that has always felt a bit like home. Our journey began with a simple but powerful belief: food should be kind - kind to animals, kind to the planet, and kind to the people gathered around the table. Over the years, as we cooked, baked, and through learning and education, we began to see how deeply food connects to everything - our health, our communities, and the world our children will inherit. We kept coming back to one question: why should anyone feel like they’re “missing out” just because they choose plant-based? Comfort food is emotional. It holds memory and craving and tradition. And we believe no one should have to harm an animal to experience that warmth. There are so many good, healthy, truly scrumptious alternatives - flaky biscuits, tender cakes, warm pancakes - made entirely from plants. So, our mission became beautifully simple: recreate the foods we grew up loving, just a little healthier, a little kinder, and always rooted in compassion.

< Back Sugar Cookies Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 10-12 Minutes Serves: 12 Servings Level: Quick & Easy About the Recipe Indulge in our vegan sugar cookies – a perfect balance of zesty lemon and smooth vanilla. Made with our organic, vegan instant baking mix, these cookies offer a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture without the need for any added oil. Enjoy a simple, wholesome treat that’s light, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you crave a sweet afternoon snack or need a quick dessert, these cookies bring a burst of freshness with every bite! Ingredients 2 cups Everyday Baking Mix 1 tablespoon ground flax 6 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon lemon extract or lemon zest 3/4 cup white sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar or agave 1-2 tablespoons plant-based milk Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 375 °F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Step 2 In a large bowl, add the flax and water and let sit for 5 minutes. Then add vanilla, lemon extract (or zest), both sugars or agave and whisk together. Step 3 Gradually add in the Everyday Baking Mix and the 1-2 tablespoons of plant-based milk (less needed if using Agave) until a ball of dough is formed. If the dough is too soft, put in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes. Step 4 Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface until it’s about 1/4 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Gather and re-roll any scraps to make additional cookies. Step 5 Arrange the cut-out cookies on the parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Step 6 Bake for 10 to 12 minutes . Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Previous Next

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< Back Brownies Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 35-40 Minutes Serves: 16 Servings Level: Quick & Easy About the Recipe These vegan brownies are everything you love about a classic brownie—rich, chocolatey, and perfectly sweet—but with a plant-based twist! They have a slightly cake-like texture that melts in your mouth, and you can easily customize them with extra chocolate or nuts. Best of all, they’re made without any oil, so they’re lighter, but just as indulgent! Ingredients 1 cup of water 4 tablespoons of ground flax 1 cup white sugar 1 cup of brown sugar 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract 1 cup of Everyday Baking Mix 1 cup of unsweetened cacao powder Optional: Vegan chocolate chips and/or walnuts Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 350°F and oil a 7X11 pan. Step 2 In a small bowl, mix the ground flax, vanilla extract, and water, then set aside. Step 3 In a large bowl, combine the white sugar, brown sugar, Everyday Baking Mix, and cacao powder . Mix until well combined and free of lumps. Step 4 Slowly pour the flax mixture , vanilla , and water over the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Step 5 If adding extra chocolate or nuts, gently fold them in before pouring the batter into the prepared pan. Step 6 Bake for 30–45 minutes. The brownies may look undercooked but will firm up as they cool. Let them cool for 30 minutes before serving. Previous Next

< Back Blueberry Muffins Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 20-25 Minutes Serves: 12 Servings Level: Quick & Easy About the Recipe Made effortlessly with our Everyday Baking Mix, these blueberry muffins are bursting with juicy berries in every bite. Perfectly moist and lightly sweet, they make a delicious breakfast or snack. Quick to prepare and loved by all, these muffins are your new go-to for any occasion! Ingredients 1 1/4 cup plant-based milk 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Zest of 1 small lemon (optional) 2 cups Everyday Baking Mix 1/2 cup white sugar 1 cup fresh blueberries (or more depending on how berry you want them). Preparation Step 1 Preheat the oven to 375°F . Lightly oil a 12-cup muffin pan or line with paper liners. Set aside. Step 2 In a large bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk , lemon juice , vanilla extract , and lemon zest and set aside. Step 3 In a small bowl, combine the Everyday Baking Mix and sugar , breaking up any clumps. Step 4 Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients- being careful not to overmix! Step 5 Gently fold in the blueberries . Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Step 6 Bake muffins on 375°F for 20-25 minutes , or until a toothpick or knife inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Step 7 Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before storing. Previous Next

< Back Coffee Cake Muffins Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15-18 Minutes Serves: 12 Muffins Level: You Got This! About the Recipe Warm, tender muffins with a cinnamon-sugar streusel ribbon baked right through the center. Using our Everyday Mix as the base, these muffins come together quickly and bake up soft, fluffy, and perfectly spiced with a crunchy cinnamon topping and a sweet middle layer that tastes like classic coffee cake. They’re the perfect morning treat or afternoon pick-me-up - quick to make, warm from the oven, and guaranteed to fill your kitchen with that irresistible cinnamon aroma. Ingredients Muffins 1 3/4 cups of Everyday Mix 3/4 cups of white sugar (or preferred sugar substitute) 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract 1 cup of plant-based milk Cinnamon Streusel 1/3 cup of flour (or mix if you don't have) 1/3 cup of packed brown sugar (or dark sugar substitute) 1 tablespoon of cinnamon 3 tablespoons of plant-based butter or coconut oil Glaze 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1-2 tablespoons of plant-based milk Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 375°F and line a 12-muffin pan with either oil or cupcake/muffin liners. Step 2 Add the Mix and sugar to a medium bowl. Gently stir in the vanilla extract and plant-based milk until everything comes together — be careful not to overmix. Set aside. Step 3 To make the streusel, mix together the flour (or Mix), brown sugar , and cinnamon in a small bowl . Add the melted butter and stir until everything comes together and the streusel starts to form small, buttery clumps. Step 4 Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the muffin batter into each liner. Then crumble the streusel on top. Now add around 2 more tablespoons of batter and a bit more streusel on top. Repeat for remaining muffins. Step 5 Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for around 17-20 minutes (can cook a bit longer for crunchier crust on top). Remove the muffins and allow to cool completely on a cooling rack (around 10-15 minutes). Step 6 To make the glaze, combine the powdered sugar and vanilla, then slowly whisk in the plant-based milk . Continue whisking (or use a hand mixer) until smooth and glossy — thick but still easy to pour. Step 7 Drizzle the glaze over the muffins, then serve, and enjoy! Previous Next

< Back Cornbread Prep Time: 5 Minute Cook Time: 20-25 Minutes Serves: 12 Servings Level: Easy About the Recipe Golden, tender, and irresistibly comforting, this cornbread delivers everything you love about a homemade classic. With a lightly sweet flavor and soft crumb, it's the perfect companion to soups, chili, beans, barbecue, and family gatherings. Simple ingredients and easy preparation make it a recipe you'll return to again and again! Add a bit more sugar to make it sweeter or 1/2 cup of diced jalapenos for a little spice! Ingredients 1 1/4 cups of Everyday Mix 1 cup of corn meal 1/4 cup sugar (optional) 1 1/4 almond milk Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease an 8x8 pan or 9-inch round. Step 2 In a large bowl, mix together the Everyday Mix, cornmeal, and sugar (if adding). Step 3 Pour in the almond milk (and diced jalapenos if adding), stir until just combined, and then pour batter into prepared pan. Step 4 Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top and toothpick or knife comes out clean in center. Enjoy! Previous Next

< Back Flatbread Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 8-10 Minutes Serves: 6 Servings Level: You Got This! About the Recipe Our vegan flatbreads, made with a hint of natural sweetness and our organic Everyday Baking Mix, offer the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Soft and versatile, they can be enjoyed pillowy-soft or baked to a crispy finish, making them ideal for wraps, dipping, or topping with your favorite spreads and veggies. Whether you’re making a quick lunch or a gourmet appetizer, these flatbreads come together in no time and deliver delicious results every time. Simple, oil-free (unless you want as a topping!), and irresistibly satisfying! Ingredients 2 cups Everyday Baking Mix 1 cup cold water 1 teaspoon maple syrup Optional: olive oil and herbs, garlic, or seeds for topping s Preparation Step 1 Preheat the oven to 400°F and place a pizza stone, oven-safe cast iron pan, or a baking sheet inside to warm as the oven preheats. Step 2 Prepare the dough: Place the Everyday Baking Mix in a large bowl. In a separate small bowl, combine the water and maple syrup . Gradually incorporate the wet mixture into the bowl with the Instant Mix. Next, move the dough ball to a floured surface and knead it approximately 10 times until it is smooth. Cover it with a clean dish cloth and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. *If the dough seems dry, you may need to add more water until you can form a cohesive ball. Step 3 Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and roll each one into a disc about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick . Transfer the discs onto parchment paper for easier handling. Carefully place them onto the preheated pizza stone, cast iron pan, or baking sheet, and bake for 8–10 minute s, or until you see browning. * For softer flatbreads, roll the dough slightly thicker and reduce the baking time. For crispier flatbreads, roll it thinner and bake a little longer. Step 4 Remove from oven and place on a wire rack and then cover with a dishcloth to keep them chewy without the bottom getting soggy. Repeat for remaining flatbreads. *Optional: After each flatbread is removed from the oven, brush lightly with olive oil and add any toppings (e.g., herbs, garlic, or seeds), or keep them plain for wraps or dipping. Step 5 Serve warm and enjoy! *Store in an airtight container to keep them soft. Previous Next