While Daenerys slays, in the kitchen we play (until Sunday at 9 p.m. ET, that is!). HBO’s hot-as-dragon-fire hit, Game of Thrones, is about to air its final farewell. Each electrifying episode has left us in complete disarray – like seriously, WHAT IS HAPPENING NEXT, HBO!? From zombie battles to campfire powwows, GoT really knows how to pull in an audience.
While you’re sitting on the edge of your seat watching this nail-biter on Sunday, consider snacking on these GoT-themed treats for a sliver of comfort.
1. Game of Scones
Enjoy a vegan coconut scone with a spot of calming tea to chase your worries away. Dust with shredded coconut for a snowy, Winterfell-approved treat!
2. Jon Snow-ball Cookies
These no-bake bites are ideal for emotional eaters with a sweet tooth that simply can’t be ignored! While you’re dreading the next main-character death, munch on these blissful, raw vegan cookies that will give you enough energy to march from Kings Landing to Castle Black (I mean, who wouldn’t want to go see Tormund again, anyway?).
3. Brienne of Tart
Winter came, but winter didn’t conquer. Rejoice with this summer squash tart, which we strongly believe would be Brienne of Tarth’s favorite dish.
4. Sansa’s Lemon Cakes
If you didn’t know these were Sansa’s favorite treat, then are you even a fan? Sweetened with applesauce, our take on the Lady of Winterfell’s favorite lemon cakes includes a shiny white-chocolate glaze. We’re unsure about Sansa’s views on gluten, but if this protein is a concern for you, rest assured these cakes are gluten-free!
5. Khal-iflower “Cheese” Sauce
Khal Drogo may be long gone, but we still think he’s pretty snack-worthy (swoon!). In the spirit of the beloved Dothraki stallion, enjoy this dairy-free “cheese” sauce, which pairs well with chopped veggies and homemade tortilla chips (just the way the Khal would have wanted!). You can also drizzle this dip over macaroni for more of a late-night meal.
6. Oat Bran Cereal
The Three-Eyed Raven, or Bran Stark, has the ability to see all our past blog posts – including this recipe for hot bran cereal, which is made with sweet coconut crystals. Perhaps it’s not the typical late-night go-to, but it’s certainly Bran-approved – and who are we to argue with the wise one? We suggest topping it with chocolate chips and a spoonful of nut or sunflower seed butter for a better-for-you, dessert-like treat.
Enjoy breakfast-for-dessert with Bran >
7. Kale-eesi Detox Salad
We joke that if Dany was a raw vegan, she’d refer to herself as: Daenerys Saladborn of the House Tarragon, First of Her Name, the Uncooked, Queen of the Apples and the first of Cavemen, Kale-eesi of the Great Spirulina Sea, Breaker of Grains and Mother of Dragon Fruits.
Celebrate the queen’s alter ego with a delicious detox salad to add balance to the smorgasbord of aforementioned sweets.
Kick it with Khaleesi >
8. King Slayer Cake
Notoriously known throughout Westeros as “king slayer,” Jamie Lannister loves layer cakes. Well, we actually don’t know that for sure – mostly because we’ve never seen him eat – but who doesn’t? After all, a Lannister always pays his debts with desserts! Prepare this colorful, no-bake confection a few hours in advance so you can indulge in all its frozen glory during the final episode.
9. Sleepy-Time Tea-rion
He drinks tea and he knows things. There’s no doubt the ending of this episode will leave you with goosebumps, tears and a minor case of anxiety. Enjoy a mug of sleep-inducing tea to prepare your body for some much-needed, post-Thrones shuteye.