CHOCOLATE CHIP COCONUT COOKIES
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There are so many ways to make a great cookie and chocolate chips add such a taste of decadence. Especially when it’s good quality chocolate. Indulging in this you can ease up on added fats and sugars and still produce a delicious treat.
Made with gluten-free oatmeal flour, almond meal and mashed bananas, this cookie creation comes in as a healthy option. Enjoying these cookies warm is such a treat. A strong Americano is my choice. Long gone are my days of milk and cookies.
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There are so many ways to make a great cookie and chocolate chips add such a taste of decadence. Especially when it’s good quality chocolate. Indulging in this you can ease up on added fats and sugars and still produce a delicious treat.
Made with gluten-free oatmeal flour, almond meal and mashed bananas, this cookie creation comes in as a healthy option. Enjoying these cookies warm is such a treat. A strong Americano is my choice. Long gone are my days of milk and cookies.
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HIGH PROTEIN BANANA WALNUT LOAF
w/ a hint of warming spice
Get over the fear or guilt of consuming carbs with this protein rich, high quality-carbs loaf that is absolutely delicious. With all the food fads that fight to win your attention and the food industry tricks that triggering crappy-food addiction, it’s no wonder people are confused about carbs. And fats and protein for that matter too. When you switch to whole-foods, and mostly plant-based, whole foods, you can heal your relationship with carbs. Really!
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w/ a hint of warming spice
Get over the fear or guilt of consuming carbs with this protein rich, high quality-carbs loaf that is absolutely delicious. With all the food fads that fight to win your attention and the food industry tricks that triggering crappy-food addiction, it’s no wonder people are confused about carbs. And fats and protein for that matter too. When you switch to whole-foods, and mostly plant-based, whole foods, you can heal your relationship with carbs. Really!
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SUMMER BERRY FRUIT CRISP - a vegan favorite
As a kid, my mom’s home-made apple crisp was always a hit for the entire family. She had a knack for stretching a dollar and infusing food with love and flavor. I have come by this food creation passion of mine thanks to her.
My version of fruit crisp here was inspired by the amazing crops of strawberries abundant early summer and paired with my favorite wild blueberries from Nova Scotia. Go ahead and use raspberries or blackberries if you wish and if you can get your hands on rhubarb, perfect. If you are using this fruit, add a touch of sweetness to counter the tart taste of rhubarb. Finally, make your crisp extra special by topping with a non-dairy crème like coconut whipped crème or silken lemon crème, Belsoy or non-dairy vanilla ice crème.
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As a kid, my mom’s home-made apple crisp was always a hit for the entire family. She had a knack for stretching a dollar and infusing food with love and flavor. I have come by this food creation passion of mine thanks to her.
My version of fruit crisp here was inspired by the amazing crops of strawberries abundant early summer and paired with my favorite wild blueberries from Nova Scotia. Go ahead and use raspberries or blackberries if you wish and if you can get your hands on rhubarb, perfect. If you are using this fruit, add a touch of sweetness to counter the tart taste of rhubarb. Finally, make your crisp extra special by topping with a non-dairy crème like coconut whipped crème or silken lemon crème, Belsoy or non-dairy vanilla ice crème.
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CASHEW, CACAO CHEESECAKE
There comes a time when dessert is a must - of course yet perhaps you simply decide you’d like to enjoy it on an indulgent afternoon or evening. With a cake like this one – comprised amazing nutrient rich ingredients and super easy to make the cliché here is “Make the cake and eat it too!”
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There comes a time when dessert is a must - of course yet perhaps you simply decide you’d like to enjoy it on an indulgent afternoon or evening. With a cake like this one – comprised amazing nutrient rich ingredients and super easy to make the cliché here is “Make the cake and eat it too!”
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BANANA WALNUT MUFFINS
Muffins are pure comfort food for me. They are a wonderful trek back to being a kid with my mom making amazing, home-made, love-filled treats for her six kids and my dad. She instilled a commitment in me for good food, frugality and infusing love in all of my own creations. For me, this now means making food as nutrient-dense and delicious as possible. It was boredom with breakfast, extreme cold temperatures and a need for warming, comfort food that inspired this recipe. Using a previous recipe creation as my inspiration, these muffins were born.
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Muffins are pure comfort food for me. They are a wonderful trek back to being a kid with my mom making amazing, home-made, love-filled treats for her six kids and my dad. She instilled a commitment in me for good food, frugality and infusing love in all of my own creations. For me, this now means making food as nutrient-dense and delicious as possible. It was boredom with breakfast, extreme cold temperatures and a need for warming, comfort food that inspired this recipe. Using a previous recipe creation as my inspiration, these muffins were born.
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FLOUR-LESS DOUBLE CHOCOLATE BROWNIES
Sometimes food blends taste like the expression, ‘made in heaven’.
This is one of them for me. The combo of chewy, crunchy, gooey, sweet and salty with a double dose of chocolate enhanced by espresso has me sold. Give this recipe a test for yourself; I am so certain you’ll agree with me. These brownies are inspired by my Love Bites recipe and you only need eight ingredients to make them. It does make them rather tempting to have on hand all the time.
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Sometimes food blends taste like the expression, ‘made in heaven’.
This is one of them for me. The combo of chewy, crunchy, gooey, sweet and salty with a double dose of chocolate enhanced by espresso has me sold. Give this recipe a test for yourself; I am so certain you’ll agree with me. These brownies are inspired by my Love Bites recipe and you only need eight ingredients to make them. It does make them rather tempting to have on hand all the time.
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TERI-MISU - The best VEGAN TIRAMISU
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Looking for a wonderful dessert that’s easy to make and sure to impress? This is it! What makes it even better is you can create a classy layer cake or beautiful parfaits, allowing you to make adult and kid-friendly versions if desired. Be sure to read through the entire recipe, assemble your ingredients, and get to it. Remember to taste the crème mixture as well to ensure you are happy with the sweetness level. The best bonus here is you get to enjoy a sneak peek of the deliciousness. Oh yum!
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Looking for a wonderful dessert that’s easy to make and sure to impress? This is it! What makes it even better is you can create a classy layer cake or beautiful parfaits, allowing you to make adult and kid-friendly versions if desired. Be sure to read through the entire recipe, assemble your ingredients, and get to it. Remember to taste the crème mixture as well to ensure you are happy with the sweetness level. The best bonus here is you get to enjoy a sneak peek of the deliciousness. Oh yum!
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CRUNCHY 5 INGREDIENT COOKIES
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Made with only five, whole-food ingredients you likely already have on hand, these crunchy creations are the best ever! They can be enjoyed as-is, sweet, simple and perfect for dunking into your fave hot beverage or all jazzed up like a cookie pizza. Once baked, drizzle with a thick SunButter maple crème and sprinkle with dried fruits and seeds.
This all makes for cookie perfection in my view.
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Made with only five, whole-food ingredients you likely already have on hand, these crunchy creations are the best ever! They can be enjoyed as-is, sweet, simple and perfect for dunking into your fave hot beverage or all jazzed up like a cookie pizza. Once baked, drizzle with a thick SunButter maple crème and sprinkle with dried fruits and seeds.
This all makes for cookie perfection in my view.
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SUPER POWER BITES
w/ a touch of crunch and rich creaminess
Holy awesome power bites! Oh so hard to resist and at the same time you’re gonna want to savor every single one of them. Each time I make a single batch I think, “Why didn’t I double batch like usual?” So make this once in a single batch and then decide for yourself. I feel rather confident you will ask yourself - why didn't Teri make this a bigger batch recipe to begin with? I'd tell, you I don't know. hahaha!
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w/ a touch of crunch and rich creaminess
Holy awesome power bites! Oh so hard to resist and at the same time you’re gonna want to savor every single one of them. Each time I make a single batch I think, “Why didn’t I double batch like usual?” So make this once in a single batch and then decide for yourself. I feel rather confident you will ask yourself - why didn't Teri make this a bigger batch recipe to begin with? I'd tell, you I don't know. hahaha!
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CARROT CAKE - WITH CREME CHEESE ICING
- Vegan and gluten free
With birthday celebrations and carrot cake requests coming at me, this revision of my more traditional cake was born. The plant-based crème cheese from Violife has me smitten so I doubled up my original icing recipe and adding in a touch of cashew butter too. It is a perfect match for this delicious, moist, nutty, gluten-free, vegan carrot cake.
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- Vegan and gluten free
With birthday celebrations and carrot cake requests coming at me, this revision of my more traditional cake was born. The plant-based crème cheese from Violife has me smitten so I doubled up my original icing recipe and adding in a touch of cashew butter too. It is a perfect match for this delicious, moist, nutty, gluten-free, vegan carrot cake.
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RHUBARB & STRAWBERRY CRUNCHY CRISP
Hail our friends that gift us with garden goods throughout the growing season. I am blessed with a handful of these dear souls and I cherish them. My first grab this year, Rhubarb! It's a fruit I truly enjoy, and fruit crisp brings me right back to childhood and my mom’s yummy apple- betty made with brown sugar, cinnamon and buttery oat topping. My version has all the appeal of my mom’s, yet I’ve reduced the sweetener, added flax seeds and replaced butter with omega three rich walnut oil.
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Hail our friends that gift us with garden goods throughout the growing season. I am blessed with a handful of these dear souls and I cherish them. My first grab this year, Rhubarb! It's a fruit I truly enjoy, and fruit crisp brings me right back to childhood and my mom’s yummy apple- betty made with brown sugar, cinnamon and buttery oat topping. My version has all the appeal of my mom’s, yet I’ve reduced the sweetener, added flax seeds and replaced butter with omega three rich walnut oil.
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MAPLE WALNUT ICE CRÈME– Super simple!
I’ve been told by all who have enjoyed this: ‘It’s the best non-dairy alternative to ice cream’ and yes it is good for you too! Enjoy in bless-ful health – even for breakfast. The walnut oil adds a healthy dose of Omega 3’s and the nut or seed butter adds a fabulous whole food source of creaminess, protein and heart healthy fats.
It’s simply delicious. If you need a sweet in a hurry check out the tips below for a time saving hack along with yummy variations.
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I’ve been told by all who have enjoyed this: ‘It’s the best non-dairy alternative to ice cream’ and yes it is good for you too! Enjoy in bless-ful health – even for breakfast. The walnut oil adds a healthy dose of Omega 3’s and the nut or seed butter adds a fabulous whole food source of creaminess, protein and heart healthy fats.
It’s simply delicious. If you need a sweet in a hurry check out the tips below for a time saving hack along with yummy variations.
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RAW CACAO PECAN BROWNIES
Brownies have always been addictive and these are absolutely my fave now. It’s the perfect amount of sweet with a divine balance of bitter from the raw cacao and silky crème of the whipped coconut. The recipe was
inspired by http://www.jasonwrobel.com I revamped this recipe ensuring it has rich chocolate taste and nutty crunch from the pecans and cacao nibs. It is truly delish. And, ff you’ve not had whipped coconut crème you really do want to make this for its heavenly.
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Brownies have always been addictive and these are absolutely my fave now. It’s the perfect amount of sweet with a divine balance of bitter from the raw cacao and silky crème of the whipped coconut. The recipe was
inspired by http://www.jasonwrobel.com I revamped this recipe ensuring it has rich chocolate taste and nutty crunch from the pecans and cacao nibs. It is truly delish. And, ff you’ve not had whipped coconut crème you really do want to make this for its heavenly.
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COCONUT WHIPPED CRÈME
This vegan whip crème is absolute magical. Simply whipping the thick creme from canned coconut - full fat and organic ideally, results in an amazing faux whipped creme. Besides tasting just fabulous, the coconut cream is a healthy fat metabolizing medium chain triglyceride. A much better choice than dairy whipping cream.
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This vegan whip crème is absolute magical. Simply whipping the thick creme from canned coconut - full fat and organic ideally, results in an amazing faux whipped creme. Besides tasting just fabulous, the coconut cream is a healthy fat metabolizing medium chain triglyceride. A much better choice than dairy whipping cream.
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FROSTY PINEAPPLE SLUSH
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Made in just moments this is a perfect indulgence and it boasts the added bonus of being anti-inflammatory. Made with whole-foods and just two-four ingredients I tend to make it often. My suggestion is to make it asap and find out for yourself. When wanting to serve it to guests or for your own special dinner lineup top it with the whipped coconut crème.
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Made in just moments this is a perfect indulgence and it boasts the added bonus of being anti-inflammatory. Made with whole-foods and just two-four ingredients I tend to make it often. My suggestion is to make it asap and find out for yourself. When wanting to serve it to guests or for your own special dinner lineup top it with the whipped coconut crème.
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FROZEN BANANA CREME BLAST
This recipe came about one sunny afternoon in October when a craving for a sweet chocolate treat hit and time was tight. I pulled out my mini-processor, frozen bananas, both a green super food and raw cacao powder, almond butter and a splash of left over coffee from breakfast and voila - a healthy treat. Its so easy, so fast, so good and it's a health booster. Perfect right!
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This recipe came about one sunny afternoon in October when a craving for a sweet chocolate treat hit and time was tight. I pulled out my mini-processor, frozen bananas, both a green super food and raw cacao powder, almond butter and a splash of left over coffee from breakfast and voila - a healthy treat. Its so easy, so fast, so good and it's a health booster. Perfect right!
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PUMPKIN SPICED SWEET POTATO PIE
w/ whipped coconut crème
This is one of my favorite pies and it truly delivers on both addictive taste and nutrient density. This is a perfect way to eat! Don’t limit pumpkin spiced foods to the fall for this pie is a wonderful way to enjoy a fabulous dessert while nourishing your body with an abundance of anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory spices. Make it any time you crave a creamy and delish dessert.
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w/ whipped coconut crème
This is one of my favorite pies and it truly delivers on both addictive taste and nutrient density. This is a perfect way to eat! Don’t limit pumpkin spiced foods to the fall for this pie is a wonderful way to enjoy a fabulous dessert while nourishing your body with an abundance of anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory spices. Make it any time you crave a creamy and delish dessert.
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RASPBERRY CHEESECAKE W/
RASPBERRY ORANGE COULIS
One of my favorite ‘oh wow’ desserts! A cashew cheesecake infused with orange and robed in berries! It’s rich, thick and creamy, screaming of indulgence and just begging to be enjoyed. I have long been a fan of cheesecake yet with years of extremely little to zero dairy intake and the reality that it’s a top food allergen, I abstain. Far be it from me not to find a delish alternative however. and that is exactly what you get with this beautiful cake.
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RASPBERRY ORANGE COULIS
One of my favorite ‘oh wow’ desserts! A cashew cheesecake infused with orange and robed in berries! It’s rich, thick and creamy, screaming of indulgence and just begging to be enjoyed. I have long been a fan of cheesecake yet with years of extremely little to zero dairy intake and the reality that it’s a top food allergen, I abstain. Far be it from me not to find a delish alternative however. and that is exactly what you get with this beautiful cake.
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OATMEAL, BERRY N CHOCOLATE COOKIES
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One bowl, quality ingredients and you’ve got sin-free deliciousness!
These are wholesome enough for a well-rounded breakfast and yummy enough to feel like an indulgent treat. Everyone in the family is sure to love them. It doesn’t get better than this. I suggest a double batch so you have a freezer stash of either raw dough ready to be baked or a baked batch ready to grab n go for some fuel on the run.
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One bowl, quality ingredients and you’ve got sin-free deliciousness!
These are wholesome enough for a well-rounded breakfast and yummy enough to feel like an indulgent treat. Everyone in the family is sure to love them. It doesn’t get better than this. I suggest a double batch so you have a freezer stash of either raw dough ready to be baked or a baked batch ready to grab n go for some fuel on the run.
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PUMPKIN CASHEW CHEESECAKE
W/ CARAMEL COULIS
You are in for perfect yum in every bite of this easy to make dairy-free cheesecake. We are all familiar with the seductive warming of spices like cinnamon and ginger. Add in the sass of cloves, allspice and nutmeg… it’s so addictive. I’ve made it even more-so with the option of topping it with a coconut caramel drizzle that tempts you to eat it as is.
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W/ CARAMEL COULIS
You are in for perfect yum in every bite of this easy to make dairy-free cheesecake. We are all familiar with the seductive warming of spices like cinnamon and ginger. Add in the sass of cloves, allspice and nutmeg… it’s so addictive. I’ve made it even more-so with the option of topping it with a coconut caramel drizzle that tempts you to eat it as is.
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RHUBARB & STRAWBERRY CRUNCHY CRISP
Rhubarb! It is a fruit I truly enjoy, and fruit crisp brings me right back to childhood and my mom’s yummy apple betty made with brown sugar, cinnamon and buttery oat topping. My version has all the appeal of my mom’s, yet I’ve reduced the sweetener, added in some flax seeds and replaced the butter with omega three rich walnut oil. Using organic rice flour is a fabulous way to get more crunch in the crisp yet feel free to use coconut or buckwheat flour. (Avoid white flour – think zero nutrients.) I am all for creating recipes that are delish as well as nutrient dense.
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Rhubarb! It is a fruit I truly enjoy, and fruit crisp brings me right back to childhood and my mom’s yummy apple betty made with brown sugar, cinnamon and buttery oat topping. My version has all the appeal of my mom’s, yet I’ve reduced the sweetener, added in some flax seeds and replaced the butter with omega three rich walnut oil. Using organic rice flour is a fabulous way to get more crunch in the crisp yet feel free to use coconut or buckwheat flour. (Avoid white flour – think zero nutrients.) I am all for creating recipes that are delish as well as nutrient dense.
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DATE CARAMEL SAUCE
Whisky kissed w/ no added sugar
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Are you into comfort desserts? Those reminiscent of your childhood be they home-made or from a favorite restaurant? Thick caramel sauces have long been associated as a decadent treat that instilled cravings. Yes, I too have longings for this now and again, even as an avid health advocate, which is how this recipe came to be. You really do want to try it asap. So Yummy!
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Whisky kissed w/ no added sugar
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Are you into comfort desserts? Those reminiscent of your childhood be they home-made or from a favorite restaurant? Thick caramel sauces have long been associated as a decadent treat that instilled cravings. Yes, I too have longings for this now and again, even as an avid health advocate, which is how this recipe came to be. You really do want to try it asap. So Yummy!
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PEPPERMINT CACAO CRUNCH POWER BALLS
w/ raw cacao nibs crunch
Food is meant to be yummy don't you agree? Whether it’s a main course, late night snack, emergency fuel or a treat just because Food is on my mind most all the time. OK, not always yet often. Really often. When I eat I am for a 'wow' and 'oh yum' experience and feel great remorse with so-so foods. This impromptu creation came on a hot summer day when I want the cooling kiss of peppermint and they are so yummy.
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w/ raw cacao nibs crunch
Food is meant to be yummy don't you agree? Whether it’s a main course, late night snack, emergency fuel or a treat just because Food is on my mind most all the time. OK, not always yet often. Really often. When I eat I am for a 'wow' and 'oh yum' experience and feel great remorse with so-so foods. This impromptu creation came on a hot summer day when I want the cooling kiss of peppermint and they are so yummy.
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CHOCOLATE POTS DE CREME - DARK AND DELICIOUS
I am a complete push over when it comes to bittersweet, dark, creamy chocolate treats. Add a splash of booze and well, forget it, I’m sold! Yet that said I am a chocolate snob – or most discerning with my indulgences. (That’s how I like to describe my very distinct preferences for quality foods including chocolate. After all we each have our own unique taste-buds right?)
So back to this treat… it’s dark and delicious and I created it in minutes when a chocolate craving hit one eve. I’m quite certain you’ll love it and you too can appease your own palate and choose your chocolate proof (the % of cacao) and sweetness level. I went extra dark – 93% yet did add a splash of cassis. YUM!
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I am a complete push over when it comes to bittersweet, dark, creamy chocolate treats. Add a splash of booze and well, forget it, I’m sold! Yet that said I am a chocolate snob – or most discerning with my indulgences. (That’s how I like to describe my very distinct preferences for quality foods including chocolate. After all we each have our own unique taste-buds right?)
So back to this treat… it’s dark and delicious and I created it in minutes when a chocolate craving hit one eve. I’m quite certain you’ll love it and you too can appease your own palate and choose your chocolate proof (the % of cacao) and sweetness level. I went extra dark – 93% yet did add a splash of cassis. YUM!
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SUPER HERO POWER BALLS OR BARS
w/ Sunwarrior Vegan Collagen
I have taken some of my favorite ingredients from my key sponsors and melded them together for a delish, power ball or bar - fondly dubbed my Ambassador Balls. It was a playful whim that had me obsessed with finding the right combos and I have done it. These are so good and my latest batch has a coating of maple flakes, cacao powder and ground espresso beans. OH YUM! Chocolate is a fave of mine so I use it often yet do know a vanilla version of my Ambassador Balls in on the way.
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w/ Sunwarrior Vegan Collagen
I have taken some of my favorite ingredients from my key sponsors and melded them together for a delish, power ball or bar - fondly dubbed my Ambassador Balls. It was a playful whim that had me obsessed with finding the right combos and I have done it. These are so good and my latest batch has a coating of maple flakes, cacao powder and ground espresso beans. OH YUM! Chocolate is a fave of mine so I use it often yet do know a vanilla version of my Ambassador Balls in on the way.
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LOVE BITES- A love affair with chocolate!
You may love chocolate simply because it tastes amazing or because it’s so abundant in healthful properties or because high quality chocolate isn’t as caloric as its sugar-laden wanna-be versions are. Oh yes, great news right! Maybe you crave it for the magnesium and maybe, just maybe it’s because it’s a known aphrodisiac. Whatever the reason, I join you in this love affair and will admit I am just about as discerning of the kind of chocolate I choose as my romantic partner. (Smiling your way).
It must be high quality, organic and high in cacao, 85+% is my preference.
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You may love chocolate simply because it tastes amazing or because it’s so abundant in healthful properties or because high quality chocolate isn’t as caloric as its sugar-laden wanna-be versions are. Oh yes, great news right! Maybe you crave it for the magnesium and maybe, just maybe it’s because it’s a known aphrodisiac. Whatever the reason, I join you in this love affair and will admit I am just about as discerning of the kind of chocolate I choose as my romantic partner. (Smiling your way).
It must be high quality, organic and high in cacao, 85+% is my preference.
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CRAZY GOOD FOR-YOU COOKIES
Are cookies a fave in your snack regime? For me, I really love to indulge in a great cookie. It must have premium ingredients however, be just sweet enough yet not too sweet and add to my nourishment needs. This typically means I am only eating home-made cookies so recipe creations are often.
These came together when I looked at the fabulous array of fun flours from Nature’s Earthly Choice, took out my cupboard staple of SunButter, mashed some very ripe bananas and warmed the crazy good coconut oil from Maison Orphee.
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Are cookies a fave in your snack regime? For me, I really love to indulge in a great cookie. It must have premium ingredients however, be just sweet enough yet not too sweet and add to my nourishment needs. This typically means I am only eating home-made cookies so recipe creations are often.
These came together when I looked at the fabulous array of fun flours from Nature’s Earthly Choice, took out my cupboard staple of SunButter, mashed some very ripe bananas and warmed the crazy good coconut oil from Maison Orphee.
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CHOCOLATE WALNUT n WHISKEY TRUFFLES - Dairy-free decadence
I have a thing for chocolate. A very serious thing! I just adore good quality, dark chocolate and if there is a hint or even a hit of alcohol in it, I am even more in love. So yes, these truffles have a little booze in them yet of course you can opt to omit. Vanilla is a great substitute. The ganache center of these truffles have a toasted walnut addition marrying wonderfully with the whiskey.
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I have a thing for chocolate. A very serious thing! I just adore good quality, dark chocolate and if there is a hint or even a hit of alcohol in it, I am even more in love. So yes, these truffles have a little booze in them yet of course you can opt to omit. Vanilla is a great substitute. The ganache center of these truffles have a toasted walnut addition marrying wonderfully with the whiskey.
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CHOCOLATE ORANGE DATE TRUFFLES
Oh the love of chocolate! Quality chocolate that is, as in dark 76%+ organic chocolate and for the really serious...choose raw chocolate' cacao’ powder, not cocoa! Did you know It's anti-oxidant abundant, protein and fiber rich! Yes it's so and that makes every bite you enjoy guilt-free and fabulous.
Now, let’s talk about the taste of these over-the-top delish truffles. Remember Terry’s Chocolate orange balls from days gone by? Well these truffles beat them hands down and are the perfect indulgence to enjoy and to share with those you love.
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Oh the love of chocolate! Quality chocolate that is, as in dark 76%+ organic chocolate and for the really serious...choose raw chocolate' cacao’ powder, not cocoa! Did you know It's anti-oxidant abundant, protein and fiber rich! Yes it's so and that makes every bite you enjoy guilt-free and fabulous.
Now, let’s talk about the taste of these over-the-top delish truffles. Remember Terry’s Chocolate orange balls from days gone by? Well these truffles beat them hands down and are the perfect indulgence to enjoy and to share with those you love.
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RUSTIC PUMPKIN MUFFINS
PALEO, KETO, VEGAN
I’ve long held a love affair with home-made muffins yet not had them very often over the last decade or so. Flour has taken a back burner in my diet. Still, I do love the comfort of enjoying a good muffin on occasion and with all the wonderful flour options readily available I’ve got a yummy recipe you’re sure to love.
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PALEO, KETO, VEGAN
I’ve long held a love affair with home-made muffins yet not had them very often over the last decade or so. Flour has taken a back burner in my diet. Still, I do love the comfort of enjoying a good muffin on occasion and with all the wonderful flour options readily available I’ve got a yummy recipe you’re sure to love.
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SUNBUTTER BANANA BITES
You have those days too right? The, ‘I really want a snack yet it’s got to be healthy and sate my appetite for a while’ sensation. I am sure it happens to the best of us and that’s why I keep a cache of goodies on hand for times such as that. Today our creation takes an ole familiar combo and marries the ingredients with a few hero foods for a truly satisfying, seems-so-indulgent-but-it’s not, treat you'll love.
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You have those days too right? The, ‘I really want a snack yet it’s got to be healthy and sate my appetite for a while’ sensation. I am sure it happens to the best of us and that’s why I keep a cache of goodies on hand for times such as that. Today our creation takes an ole familiar combo and marries the ingredients with a few hero foods for a truly satisfying, seems-so-indulgent-but-it’s not, treat you'll love.
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BLACK BEAN BROWNIE BITES –
SunButter Swirled
This is a home-run or touch down, (even orgasmic if you will); perfect any time of the year. If you add the maca root powder, paired with the chocolate it’s a mighty fine aphrodisiac. Protein and fiber rich, they are truly fabulous, two bite brownies that are so good for you they can be eaten for breakfast and even suffice as pre-work fuel with the added bonus of a little caffeine kick from the chocolate, and espresso if using.
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SunButter Swirled
This is a home-run or touch down, (even orgasmic if you will); perfect any time of the year. If you add the maca root powder, paired with the chocolate it’s a mighty fine aphrodisiac. Protein and fiber rich, they are truly fabulous, two bite brownies that are so good for you they can be eaten for breakfast and even suffice as pre-work fuel with the added bonus of a little caffeine kick from the chocolate, and espresso if using.
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CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST BARK
I adore a quality dark chocolate, not too sweet and combining it with the rich, slightly bitter taste of coffee beans and cacao nibs is magical to me. The wonderful aspect of chocolate bark is that you can top it any way you wish. You’re sure to find this so easy and a crowd pleaser. It's perfect to make with kids as well. Head out soon, get the ingredients and make this ASAP. Go for any toppings you like. I have my faves yet always aim for a variety to please many.
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I adore a quality dark chocolate, not too sweet and combining it with the rich, slightly bitter taste of coffee beans and cacao nibs is magical to me. The wonderful aspect of chocolate bark is that you can top it any way you wish. You’re sure to find this so easy and a crowd pleaser. It's perfect to make with kids as well. Head out soon, get the ingredients and make this ASAP. Go for any toppings you like. I have my faves yet always aim for a variety to please many.
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SUNBUTTER POTS DE CRÈME AU CHOCOLAT
The best sinful treats aren’t sinful at all. Tasting totally decadent, rich, creamy and being oh-so-easy to make only add to the appeal! There are no added refined sugars and its dairy, nut and gluten-free too. You only need 6 ingredients to make this magical mousse and it's a super easy recipe to double.
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The best sinful treats aren’t sinful at all. Tasting totally decadent, rich, creamy and being oh-so-easy to make only add to the appeal! There are no added refined sugars and its dairy, nut and gluten-free too. You only need 6 ingredients to make this magical mousse and it's a super easy recipe to double.
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COCONUT CRÈME MANGO PARFAIT
It's simple perfection thanks to Mother Nature and perfectly ripe mangoes. Plate it pretty and make it beautiful to look at as well as sensational to savor or pour it into popsicles molds for a divine frozen treat you can run with. Keep organic coconut milk on hand along with frozen mango chunks and you’re minutes away from a fabulous guest worthy sin-free sweet. It’s even ok to enjoy at breakfast. Using fresh mangoes is ok too - just be patient while it freezes.
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It's simple perfection thanks to Mother Nature and perfectly ripe mangoes. Plate it pretty and make it beautiful to look at as well as sensational to savor or pour it into popsicles molds for a divine frozen treat you can run with. Keep organic coconut milk on hand along with frozen mango chunks and you’re minutes away from a fabulous guest worthy sin-free sweet. It’s even ok to enjoy at breakfast. Using fresh mangoes is ok too - just be patient while it freezes.
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SUNBUTTER CHOCOLATE SUPER CUPS
- Kissed with fleur de sel
Decadently delicious- crazy good actually and free of top food allergens, dairy, eggs, peanuts and soy. When you take a few quality ingredients and marry them together surely this is divine – ordained even. (Ha ha - don't you just love a little drama around food?)
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- Kissed with fleur de sel
Decadently delicious- crazy good actually and free of top food allergens, dairy, eggs, peanuts and soy. When you take a few quality ingredients and marry them together surely this is divine – ordained even. (Ha ha - don't you just love a little drama around food?)
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APRICOT ORANGE N’ CASHEW POWER BARS
'Oh wow' is your surefire response when tasting these amazing organic apricot n cashew bars. Need a sweet treat? An energizing snack before or after your workout? These are it and the dense caramel taste paired with chocolate is oh-so-good! And they get even better every day you can resist over-indulging so consider making a double batch.
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'Oh wow' is your surefire response when tasting these amazing organic apricot n cashew bars. Need a sweet treat? An energizing snack before or after your workout? These are it and the dense caramel taste paired with chocolate is oh-so-good! And they get even better every day you can resist over-indulging so consider making a double batch.
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HAZELNUT CRUNCH TRUFFLES
These truffles are rich, butter-scotch-ie, and infused with added nutrients! Yes - Yes. Enjoy your treats guilt-free by using great ingredients, that are minimally processed and made with love. These are so easy to make, use minimal ingredients and you have lots of room to play with various ingredient options! Cover in chocolate if you like.
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These truffles are rich, butter-scotch-ie, and infused with added nutrients! Yes - Yes. Enjoy your treats guilt-free by using great ingredients, that are minimally processed and made with love. These are so easy to make, use minimal ingredients and you have lots of room to play with various ingredient options! Cover in chocolate if you like.
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BLUEBERRY CASHEW CHEESECAKE
w/ blueberry coulis
It's perfection. A dairy-free cheesecake that any cheesecake fan will love. Make it for your family and friends and refrain from calling it a ‘vegan, raw’ cake and conjuring up potential prejudice in the hard core dairy addicts. Simply call it a blueberry cheese cake and let the cake speak for itself. Most marvel when being told it’s dairy-free after eating it and claim they wouldn’t have known. The added bonus is this is so much easier on the gut. Make it ahead if needed for it stores well in the freezer for a few weeks.
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w/ blueberry coulis
It's perfection. A dairy-free cheesecake that any cheesecake fan will love. Make it for your family and friends and refrain from calling it a ‘vegan, raw’ cake and conjuring up potential prejudice in the hard core dairy addicts. Simply call it a blueberry cheese cake and let the cake speak for itself. Most marvel when being told it’s dairy-free after eating it and claim they wouldn’t have known. The added bonus is this is so much easier on the gut. Make it ahead if needed for it stores well in the freezer for a few weeks.
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SUPER STAMINA POWER BALLS OR BARS
These were one of the very first power balls / bars I made many years ago before they became a common treat. I found it so good I used it as a pie crust for a few of my raw pie and cake recipes as well. It works perfectly as balls, bars or raw crust. You don't need many ingredients yet what you do need is discipline. It's easy to eat many of these.
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These were one of the very first power balls / bars I made many years ago before they became a common treat. I found it so good I used it as a pie crust for a few of my raw pie and cake recipes as well. It works perfectly as balls, bars or raw crust. You don't need many ingredients yet what you do need is discipline. It's easy to eat many of these.
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SWEET POTATO PUMPKIN SPICED PIE
w/ whipped coconut crème
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While some may feel pumpkin spiced foods are reserved for the fall this pie is a wonderful way to enjoy a fabulous dessert while nourishing your body with an abundance of anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory foods and spices. Make this any time you crave a creamy pie. If preferred the crust can be made with ginger cookies instead of the nuts and dates combo.
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w/ whipped coconut crème
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While some may feel pumpkin spiced foods are reserved for the fall this pie is a wonderful way to enjoy a fabulous dessert while nourishing your body with an abundance of anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory foods and spices. Make this any time you crave a creamy pie. If preferred the crust can be made with ginger cookies instead of the nuts and dates combo.
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LEMON BERRY CREAM PARFAIT
A dairy free yogurt alternative!
Greek yogurt!! Most believe it’s a truly healthy food choice unaware of the potential health challenges related to dairy consumption such as: digestive challenges, allergies, inflammation, skin disorders, heart disease and cancer. For a delicious Non-Dairy (vegan) alternative that assists with hormonal balance, blend up a batch of this protein-rich, anti-inflammatory creamy mousse.
For more surprising insights on Dairy read: White Washed Dr Joseph Keon
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A dairy free yogurt alternative!
Greek yogurt!! Most believe it’s a truly healthy food choice unaware of the potential health challenges related to dairy consumption such as: digestive challenges, allergies, inflammation, skin disorders, heart disease and cancer. For a delicious Non-Dairy (vegan) alternative that assists with hormonal balance, blend up a batch of this protein-rich, anti-inflammatory creamy mousse.
For more surprising insights on Dairy read: White Washed Dr Joseph Keon
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CHOCOLATE CHIP & OATMEAL COOKIES
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Cookies, who doesn’t love them! I admit I am hooked be they soft or crunchy just not too sweet. What’s your fave style – a soft and chewy or firm and crunchy cookie? Or do both appeal? This version I made crunchy at a friend’s request and they are a winner with all who’ve tasted them. The trick to the crunch is using sugar rather than pureed fruits, maple or coconut syrup or honey as I usually do.
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Cookies, who doesn’t love them! I admit I am hooked be they soft or crunchy just not too sweet. What’s your fave style – a soft and chewy or firm and crunchy cookie? Or do both appeal? This version I made crunchy at a friend’s request and they are a winner with all who’ve tasted them. The trick to the crunch is using sugar rather than pureed fruits, maple or coconut syrup or honey as I usually do.
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CASHEW CRÈME PARFAIT
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Oh yum to this fabulous tasting, easy to make, replacement for any dairy based sweet crème such as mousse, whipped crème or pudding. I love thick and creamy creations like mousse, cheesecake, yogurt, etc. yet avoid dairy so needed to create alternatives. They nut creme is so easy to make and you can choose the nuts you prefer such as walnut, pecan, macadamia and almond. They are all yummy! A high speed blender is best to use yet not essential. While the texture won't be as creamy, the taste is still delish.
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Recipe created by Teri Gentes www.terigentes.com
Oh yum to this fabulous tasting, easy to make, replacement for any dairy based sweet crème such as mousse, whipped crème or pudding. I love thick and creamy creations like mousse, cheesecake, yogurt, etc. yet avoid dairy so needed to create alternatives. They nut creme is so easy to make and you can choose the nuts you prefer such as walnut, pecan, macadamia and almond. They are all yummy! A high speed blender is best to use yet not essential. While the texture won't be as creamy, the taste is still delish.
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