Hi – My name is Joy Shull and I am the writer, recipe creator, and photographer at Build Your Bite®. I began this website in 2014, and it is now my full-time job.
Build Your Bite® recipes have been featured in numerous publications including Buzzfeed, Country Living, Well + Good, Shape.com, and more.
After almost a decade of experience being a vegetarian, I still love to create, test, and share recipes that not just vegetarians, but anyone can enjoy!
On Build Your Bite® you can find recipes that will appeal to eaters of all kinds. You do not have to be vegetarian or vegan to enjoy these recipes!
Here you will find a healthy mix of lightened up recipes, as well as classic favorites and must have comfort foods.
My 3 ingredient stir fry sauce is a staple around here, and I make just about every stir fry recipe with it.
If you are a chick-fil-a lover, be sure to check out my copycat chick-fil-a sauce recipe!
I know what it is like to not know a lot about cooking, and try to make sure my recipe instructions are easy to follow and accessible for cooks of all expertise.
I love hearing feedback when you make my recipes! Whether it’s leaving a comment on the post or tagging me on instagram @buildyourbite and #buildyourbite, I would love to hear from you!
If you have any questions or just want to say hi, feel free to contact me at joy@buildyourbite.com
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Madelia H.
Sunday 3rd of July 2022
Hi Joy, enjoyed reading your recipes especially recipes for water based smoothies. I plan to make a few this week. Thanks for sharing your experience.
KC
Thursday 13th of January 2022
Hi Joy, I would like to send something from CT to my cousin in CO. She is gluten & dairy free. I'm a baker, but have never tried G&D free. Can you recommend a dessert that would stand up well for packing and shipping?
Joy Shull
Saturday 22nd of January 2022
Hmmmm. That's a tough one. Maybe my gluten free peanut butter cookies?
Cheri Dodson
Tuesday 26th of October 2021
Do you have a newsletter to which I can subscribe? All your recipes I've read sound delicious! Thank you in advance!
Joy Shull
Saturday 6th of November 2021
yes! if you scroll any page a box will appear near the top where you can put your email in to subscribe :)
Vyckie
Monday 6th of September 2021
Joy, I love so many of your recipes but I don't see where I can print your recipes. Am I overlooking it? Thanks!
Joy Shull
Saturday 11th of September 2021
Yes you can! There is a print button located in the recipe card of each post underneath the image inside the card :)
Ann
Monday 21st of December 2020
Hi Joy, your recipes look amazing and just what I was looking for as my daughter had to change to gluten free, dairy free and even take out eggs with the new baby as it affects his tummy as the moment. So these are great. Quick question can you substitute the coconut oil for another one and if so what do you recommend? thanks Ann
Joy Shull
Tuesday 29th of December 2020
Hi Ann, the coconut oil would depend on the recipe, but usually vegan butter is an easy substitute. If you have a specific recipe in mind, just comment on that post and I will do my best to offer suggestions!