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6 Low Carb Cauliflower Recipes

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6 Low Carb Cauliflower Recipes

I am constantly trying to find ways to cook our favorite foods but in a healthier way. Cooking with cauliflower I have found a way to do just that. Cauliflower is such a versatile vegetable. I have used it to make pizza crust, lasagna, fried rice, and cornbread. It is a great way to replace carbs in some of our favorite foods. Below I have rounded up 6 low carb cauliflower recipes that are a hit at our house.

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  1. Cauliflower Lasagna: This recipe is a great way to replace the higher carb pasta portion of this traditional Italian dish for a low carb option. It does take a while to prepare but the delicious outcome makes all the work worth it.                                                                                 6 Low Carb Cauliflower Recipes
  2. Cauliflower Dressing:  This is the perfect recipe to try out this holiday season. It is a lower carb alternative to your traditional Thanksgiving dressing while also being just as tasty as the real thing.6 Low Carb Cauliflower Recipes
  3. Cauliflower Cornbread:One of the hardest things about following a low carb diet for me is missing all my favorite breads. Creating a cornbread out of cauliflower has helped to curb my cravings for bread. This recipe is one of my all time favorite cauliflower recipes. 6 Low Carb Cauliflower Recipes
  4. Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower: This is an easy to fix cauliflower recipe that is packed with flavor. Turmeric is considered an anti-inflammatory and I incorporate it into several of our dishes including this tilapia recipe I shared here. 6 Low Carb Cauliflower Recipes
  5. Cauliflower Crust Pizza: One of our favorite guilty pleasures is pizza. After trying this cauliflower crust recipe, we don’t have to feel too guilty about having pizza night. The cauliflower crust does take some time to prepare but is so worth it. 6 Low Carb Cauliflower Recipes
  6. Cauliflower Fried Rice:Using cauliflower as a rice substitute is a genius way to recreate your favorite fried rice recipe without all the extra carbs. 6 Low Carb Cauliflower Recipes

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Dairy Free Chocolate Almond Clusters

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Dairy Free Chocolate Almond Clusters

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Dairy Free Chocolate Almond Clusters

I had mentioned in a previous post that I had been cutting dairy out of my diet. Finding dairy free treats that don’t taste dairy free has been my mission. Enjoy Life is one of my favorite brands for dairy free and gluten free foods. They offer a large selection of foods that are free from gluten and 14 common allergens, Non-GMO, and made from all natural ingredients. I have tried a number of their products from nut butter bars to trail mixes to their rice milk chocolate bars and I have enjoyed them all. Their rice milk chocolate products are dairy free without tasting like they are dairy free. I am currently expecting my first child, due in January and I’ve made a conscious effort to make smart choices about the foods I eat throughout my pregnancy. Enjoy Life products are ones that I can feel good about eating while pregnant.

Dairy Free Chocolate Almond Clusters

I came up with this recipe when I was craving something sweet and chocolatey and decided to see what I had in my pantry that I could create a dessert with. With only a few ingredients, I made these delicious dairy free chocolate almond clusters. Below I will share how you can easily create these treats too in no time.

Dairy Free Chocolate Almond Clusters

To make these dairy free chocolate almond clusters all you will need is Enjoy Life’s chocolate chips, coconut oil, roasted almonds, and sea salt. Begin by adding 1/3 cup of the Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips along with 1/2 tbsp of coconut oil to a microwave safe bowl. Adding the coconut oil helps to give the melted chocolate a better texture. Place the bowl into the microwave for 30 seconds and remove and stir before placing back into the microwave for another 30 seconds. Repeat that step until chocolate is completely melted. I recommend only heating the chocolate for 30 seconds at a time so that you don’t burn the chocolate.

Once the chocolate is completely melted, remove the bowl from the microwave and pour in 1/3 cup of almonds. Stir the almond/chocolate mixture until the almonds are completely coated in chocolate. Then I used a tablespoon to spoon the chocolate coated almonds onto a cooking sheet lined with parchment paper. Continue spooning a tablespoon amount of the chocolate almonds onto the parchment paper evenly spaced apart until there is none left. Next we add the sea salt to each of the almond clusters. How much you want to add is completely up to you. I lightly sprinkle a small amount on each one just to give it enough for a salty/sweet taste. Finally, add the baking sheet to the freezer for 10 minutes or until the chocolate has completely hardened. Once hardened, the dairy free chocolate almond clusters are ready to enjoy!

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Dairy Free Chocolate Almond Clusters

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup roasted almonds
  • 1/3 cup of Enjoy Life chocolate chips (or any dairy free version of your choice)
  • 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
  • Sea Salt

Instructions

  1. Add 1/3 cup of the Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips along with 1/2 tbsp of coconut oil to a microwave safe bowl.
  2. Place the bowl into the microwave for 30 seconds and remove and stir before placing back into the microwave for another 30 seconds. Repeat that step until chocolate is completely melted.
  3. Once the chocolate is completely melted, remove the bowl from the microwave and pour in 1/3 cup of almonds.
  4. Stir the almond/chocolate mixture until the almonds are completely coated in chocolate.
  5. Use a tablespoon to spoon the chocolate coated almonds onto a cooking sheet lined with parchment paper. Continue spooning a tablespoon amount of the chocolate almonds onto the parchment paper evenly spaced apart until there is none left.
  6. Lightly sprinkle a small amount of sea salt on each almond cluster.
  7. Add the baking sheet to the freezer for 10 minutes or until the chocolate has completely hardened.
  8. Once the clusters have completely hardened, they are ready to enjoy!
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Dairy Free Chocolate Almond Clusters

It’s such an easy treat and one that you don’t have to feel too guilty about. I am a sucker for any kind of dessert that combines salty and sweet and these are no exception. Check out my recipe for Dairy Free Sunbutter cups and dairy free buckeyes.

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Healthy Bison Meatballs

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Healthy Bison Meatballs

I am constantly looking for new foods I can cook for dinner so that we don’t get tired of the same things. Recently, I had someone recommend trying bison. I have never tried cooking with bison but have eaten it in restaurants and have always enjoyed it. I decided I was up for the task and bought some lean bison from my local grocery store. After debating on how to prepare the bison, I ultimately decided to go with meatballs and my husband I are were more than pleased with the results. Below I will share how I prepared these healthy bison meatballs incase you are looking for something new to add into your dinner routine.

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Healthy Bison Meatballs

I began by adding 1 lb of 90% lean ground bison to a large mixing bowl. Next I added in 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of panko bread crumbs, 1/2 tbsp dried parsley, 1/4 tbsp marjoram, 2 minced cloves of garlic, 1/2 tbsp onion powder, 1/2 tbsp of oregano, pinch of salt, 1 tbsp of worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 tbsp of chopped craisins (optional) (I like these reduced sugar ones)into the mixing bowl. Personally, I find it easier to mix the ingredients by hand and continue until the ingredients are mixed well.

Healthy Bison Meatballs

I next put a small amount of olive oil into a pan and turn the burner on medium-high heat. I begin by rolling the bison mixture into golf ball sized balls and placing them into the pan. From 1 lb of bison, I can usually make 10-12 meatballs. That is usually plenty for my husband and myself with a few meatballs left over. I allow the meatballs to cook 3-5 minutes before rolling the meatballs onto their other side and allowing to cook another 3-5 minutes. I then place the meatballs into an oven preheated to 375 degrees Farenheit for another 5-7 minutes to cook the meatballs all the way through. If you made your meatballs slightly larger, you may have to cook them a little longer. Once the meatballs have been cooked completely, remove them from the oven and they are ready to enjoy!

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Healthy Bison Meatballs

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground bison
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp panic bread crumbs
  • 1/2 tbsp dried parsley
  • 1/4 tbsp marjoram
  • 2 minced cloves of garlic
  • 1/2 tbsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tbsp of oregano
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp chopped craisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add 1 lb lean ground bison, 1 egg, 2 tbsp panic bread crumbs, 1/2tbsp dried parsley, 1/4 tbsp marjoram, 2 minced cloves of garlic, 1/2 tbsp onion powder, 1/2tbsp of oregano, pinch of salt, 1 tbsp of worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 tbsp of chopped craisins (optional) into the mixing bowl.
  2. Mix all the ingredients together by hand until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Put a small amount of olive oil into a pan and turn the burner on medium-high heat.
  4. Roll the bison mixture into golf ball sized balls and place them into the pan.
  5. Allow the meatballs to cook 3-5 minutes before rolling the meatballs onto their other side and allowing to cook another 3-5 minutes.
  6. Then place the meatballs into an oven preheated to 375 degrees Farenheit for another 5-7 minutes to cook the meatballs all the way through.
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Healthy Bison Meatballs

Have you ever cooked with bison before? If not, is it something you would be open to trying? If you cook with bison, what are some of your favorite bison recipes? Let me know if you give these healthy bison meatballs a try. You can find a couple other healthy dinner recipes here and here.

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Sweet Potato Breakfast Muffins

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Dairy Free, Grain Free Sweet Potato Muffins

For years I ate the same thing for breakfast without fail. My breakfast of choice was oatmeal. It typically kept me pretty full and fueled me for my day. I tried to stay clear of a heavy sugar breakfast so that I wouldn’t suffer an energy crash a few hours later. If I would start to tire or my oatmeal I would switch up how I fixed it, whether that was adding almond butter, sugar-free maple syrup, or agave. When I decided to try out a grain-free and dairy free diet, I knew I would have to say goodbye to my oatmeal. I had trouble coming up with another healthy alternative that would keep me full and satisfied, until I stumbled upon several different recipes for sweet potato muffins. I decided to try to come up with my own recipe to turn a sweet potato into a delicious breakfast treat. I will share my recipe with you below.

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It takes a fair amount of time to makes these sweet potato muffins so I try to make a batch that will last me a week. I start by roasting two large (or 3 small) sweet potatoes in the oven. I wash the sweet potatoes and wrap them in aluminum foil before placing them on a baking sheet and into the oven at around 400 degrees Fahrenheit. It typically takes close to 1 hour depending on the size of the sweet potatoes. I will periodically check the sweet potatoes by squeezing them to tell if they are done or not. Once the sweet potatoes are done, I remove them from the oven and set them aside to cool.

Dairy-Free, Grain-Free Sweet Potato Muffins

After the sweet potatoes have cooled, I scrape the potatoes away from the skins and place the potatoes into a food processor. (If you don’t have a food processor I highly recommend getting one, I use mine all the time. I have one similar to this and use it to make recipes like this, this, and this. ) After the sweet potatoes have been added to the food processor, I add 1 cup of almond butter (I prefer this one) but you could substitute any nut butter you like. I also add in 2 eggs, 2 tsp of baking soda, 1/2 cup of sugar free maple syrup (I used this one), 3/4 cup of almond flour, and 2 two tsp of cinnamon. Once all of the ingredients have been added, process the mixture until it is completely combined.

Dairy-Free, Grain-Free Sweet Potato Muffins

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Farenheit. Next line a muffin tin with cupcake liners and spray with cooking spray. Evenly distribute the batter into the muffin tin, (I typically fill the cupcake liner 3/4 of the way as it will rise some when baking). Bake the muffins for 20 minutes. I check to see if the muffins are done by sticking a toothpick into a muffin and removing once toothpick comes out clean. Once the muffins are done, remove and let cool.

Grain-Free, Dairy-Free Sweet Potato Muffins

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Sweet Potato Breakfast Muffins

Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup of almond butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup of sugar free maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Begin by roasting the sweet potatoes in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. (Takes around 1 hour depending on size of the sweet potato
  2. Once sweet potatoes have been roasted, remove from oven and set aside to cool.
  3. Add 1 egg, 2 tsp of cinnamon, 2 tsp of baking powder, 1 cup of almond butter, and 1/2 cup of sugar free maple syrup to a food processor.
  4. Separate the sweet potatoes from the skins and put the sweet potatoes into the food processor as well.
  5. Process all of the ingredients until they are completely combined.
  6. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  7. Spray a muffin pan with cooking spray or line muffin tin with cupcake liners and spray with cooking spray.
  8. Pour the batter into the muffin pan filling each compartment 3/4 of the way.
  9. Place the muffin tin into the oven for approximately 20 minutes. (check with a toothpick to see when muffins are completely cooked, toothpick will come out clean)
  10. Once cooked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow to cook before enjoying!
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While this recipe is a bit time consuming I think it is totally worth it. Not only is it a healthy breakfast option but it keeps you full and gives you energy to start your day. Let me know your thoughts if you give this recipe a try.

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Garlic Pepper Parsnip Fries

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Garlic Pepper Parsnip Fries

I’m am constantly trying to find new ways to cook the veggies that my husband and I love so that we don’t get tired of them. Sometimes just changing the seasoning/herbs that you use or the way that you cook the vegetable can completely transform the taste and keep you from getting bored of certain vegetables. One of our favorite vegetables is parsnips and I typically just chop them up and roast them with parsley as they have a sweet, nutty flavor. I decided to get a little more creative and try to recreate one of my favorite sides that isn’t exactly healthy, fries. The outcome was super delicious and has become a new favorite that my husband requests regularly. Below I will share how I fixed these garlic pepper parsnip fries so that they can become a favorite of yours too.

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Garlic Pepper Parsnip Fries

The first step in creating these delicious, yet healthy, garlic pepper parsnip fries is to preheat the oven to 385 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have a convection oven, you can get the fries extra crispy. The next step is to chop the parsnips and this may be the most arduous part of the whole process as the parsnips have a tough woody texture and getting them into a fry shape is quite tedious. I begin by cutting each of the parsnips in half and then start chopping them lengthwise to get them into a fry shape. I like to get my slices fairly thin so that they cook quicker and get crisper.

Once you have finished chopping the parsnips, lightly toss them in olive oil. Next I use one of my favorite seasonings, McCormick’s Garlic Pepper Seasoning. It helps to cover the sweetness of the parsnips and give it more of a salty/savory fry taste. I use anywhere from 1/4-1/2 teaspoon of this seasoning until the parsnip fries have been generously coated. Next spread the parsnip fries out onto a baking sheet. Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet or the fries will not get crispy. You want there to be some space in between the fries. I usually end up having to use two separate baking sheets to allow for enough space between the parsnips. Place the fries into the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the fries start to crisp and brown.

Garlic Pepper Parsnip Fries

Once the garlic pepper parsnip fries have finished cooking, remove and use your favorite dipping sauce to enjoy them with.

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Garlic Pepper Parsnip Fries

Ingredients

  • 4-5 Parsnips
  • 1/2-1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp garlic pepper seasoning (I use McCormick's)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 385 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Chop the parsnips. I begin by cutting each of the parsnips in half and then start chopping them lengthwise to get them into a fry shape. I like to get my slices fairly thin so that they cook quicker and get crisper.
  3. Lightly toss them in olive oil.
  4. Generously coat the parsnip fries with the garlic pepper seasoning.
  5. Next spread the parsnip fries out onto a baking sheet. Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet or the fries will not get crispy.
  6. Place the fries into the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the fries start to crisp and brown.
  7. Once crispy, remove and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Garlic Pepper Parsnip Fries

What are some of your favorite ways to prepare you most eaten vegetables? Check out a few of my other posts on my favorite vegetable recipes here and here.

 

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Rolo Pretzel Bites

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Rolo Pretzel Bites

Back around Christmas, my husband had asked me to make a few dessert platters that he could take to work. I wanted to come up with a few different desserts that were easy and quick to make and didn’t require a ton of ingredients. One of the desserts I made was these rolo pretzel bites. These rolo pretzel bites are the perfect combination of salty and sweet. They are also super easy to make and only require three ingredients. They were also a big hit with my husbands employees.

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Rolo Pretzel Bites

Begin by preheating the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Count out 30 pecans and spread them out on a baking sheet. Once the oven is preheated, place the pecans into the oven. Allow the pecans to roast for 7-8 minutes or until they start to brown. Remove the pecans and set them aside for now. Roasting the pecans is optional but I think it gives the pecans a richer taste.

Rolo Pretzel Bites

 

Next place thirty pretzels out onto a baking sheet. Now top each pretzel with a rolo. Place the baking sheet into the oven for a couple of minutes, or until the rolos begin to soften. You don’t want to melt them to much or they will become runny.

Rolo Pretzel Bites

Once you have removed the baking sheet from the oven, begin placing the pecans on top of each rolo. Gently press the pecans into the rolo.

Rolo Pretzel Bites

After the rolo pretzel bites have cooled, its time to enjoy!

 

 

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Rolo Pretzel Bites

Ingredients

  • 30 Pretzels
  • 30 Rolos
  • 30 Pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Farenheit.
  2. Lay 30 pecans out onto a baking sheet and place into the oven for 7-8 minutes or until the pecans start to brown.
  3. Remove the pecans from the oven and set aside.
  4. Place 30 pretzels onto a baking sheet.
  5. Set a rolo on top of each pretzel.
  6. Place baking sheet into the oven for a couple of minutes, until the rolos begin to soften.
  7. Remove the baking sheet from the oven after the rolos have begun to soften, place a pecan on the top of each of the rolos.
  8. Once cooled, enjoy!
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Rolo Pretzel Bites

What are some of your go-to easy desserts? Check out a few of my easy go-to desserts here and here.

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Dairy Free Sunbutter Cups

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Dairy Free Sunbutter CupsToday I will be sharing a recipe for my dairy free sunbutter cups. I previously shared a dairy free recipe for buckeyes, you can find it here. I mentioned before that I have recently cut dairy out of my diet and have been looking for ways to recreate some of my favorite treats in dairy free versions. Anyone else a huge fan of Reese’s peanut butter cups? I love their peanut butter cups and decided to try to make my own candy cup but a dairy free version instead. I chose to use sunbutter (similar to peanut butter but made from sunflower seeds) in my cups but you could use any kind of nut butter. These cups are super easy to make and are ready in no time.

Dairy Free Sunbutter Cups

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These dairy free sunbutter cups only require 3 ingredients. You will need dairy free chocolate chips ( I use these), sunbutter (or your nut butter of choice), and coconut oil.

Begin by pouring 1/3 cup of dairy free chocolate morsels into a microwave safe bowl. Add 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil to the bowl and place into the microwave for 30 seconds. The coconut oil will make the melted chocolate have a creamier texture. I recommend only placing the chocolate into the microwave for 30 seconds at a time to avoid overcooking. After the chocolate has been in the microwave for 30 seconds, remove and stir the chocolate. Place back into the microwave for another 30 seconds and repeat until the chocolate is completely melted, stirring in between each 30 seconds.

Next you will spoon the melted chocolate into your candy mold (I use one similar to this). Fill the candy mold a 1/3 of the way. When I used 1/3 cup of chocolate morsels, I was able to fill 9 of the candy molds. You can melt more chocolate depending on the size of your molds or if you have some left over you can save it for a later step. Once you have filled your molds with the chocolate, place the mold into the freezer for about 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.

Dairy Free Sunbutter Cups

Once the chocolate has hardened, remove it from the freezer. Use another microwave safe bowl and add 1/3 cup of sunbutter and 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between like we did with the chocolate. You want the nut butter to have the same consistency that the chocolate did before we poured it into the molds. Once your nut butter has melted, spoon it into the candy molds on top of the chocolate. Leave the top 1/3 of the mold empty so that we can add the final chocolate layer. Once the molds have all been filled with the sunbutter, place the mold into the freezer for another 10 minutes or until the nut butter has hardened.

For the final layer, add 1/3 cup of dairy free chocolate chips and 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil to a microwave safe bowl and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Repeat until the chocolate is melted. Spoon the melted chocolate into the molds, completely covering the sunbutter layer and filling the mold. Once each mold has been filled, place the molds into the freezer one last time to let the candies harden.

Dairy Free Sunbutter Cups

Once the chocolate has completely hardened, remove the candies from the freezer and enjoy! My candies easily popped out of the molds by applying a little pressure to the bottom of each mold.

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Dairy Free Sunbutter Cups

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup of dairy free chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup of sunbutter (or nutbutter of choice)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons of coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Pour 1/3 cup of dairy free chocolate morsels into a microwave safe bowl and add 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil to the bowl and place into the microwave for 30 seconds.
  2. After the chocolate has been in the microwave for 30 seconds, remove and stir the chocolate. Place back into the microwave for another 30 seconds and repeat until the chocolate is completely melted, stirring in between each 30 seconds.
  3. Spoon the melted chocolate into your candy mold. Fill the candy mold a 1/3 of the way.
  4. Once you have filled your molds with the chocolate, place the mold into the freezer for about 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.
  5. Once the chocolate has hardened, remove it from the freezer.
  6. Use another microwave safe bowl and add 1/3 cup of sunbutter and 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between like we did with the chocolate.
  7. Once your nut butter has melted, spoon it into the candy molds on top of the chocolate. Leave the top 1/3 of the mold empty so that we can add the final chocolate layer.
  8. Once the molds have all been filled with the sunbutter, place the mold into the freezer for another 10 minutes or until the nut butter has hardened.
  9. Add 1/3 cup of dairy free chocolate chips and 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil to a microwave safe bowl and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Repeat until the chocolate is melted. Spoon the melted chocolate into the molds, completely covering the sunbutter layer and filling the mold.
  10. Once each mold has been filled, place the molds into the freezer one last time to let the candies harden.
  11. After the chocolate has completely hardened, remove from freezer and enjoy!
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There are so many different variations of nut butter cups that you could make using these candy molds. These dairy free sunbutter cups are definitely one of my favorites. Find my recipe for my white chocolate and hazelnut butter candies here. What combinations are your favorite? Which would you like to see next?

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Friday Favorites #1

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I am starting a new series on the blog called Friday Favorites. Each Friday I will share 5 products/things that I am currently loving and give a review of why I love each one. The things I share could be anything from a clothing item, beauty product, to some type of food or even a book.

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  1. The first item I will be sharing today is Birch Benders Paleo Pancakes. I mentioned in this previous post that I recently have cut out dairy and gluten and I have been on the hunt for a good breakfast option to replace the oatmeal I used to eat for breakfast. I stumbled upon these Paleo pancakes at Target and figured I would give them a try. The taste is AMAZING and the texture is exactly like a real pancake. These pancakes are so simple to make, you simply add water to the mix and cook for a few minutes. I use a sugar-free syrup like this one.

Friday Favorites #1

2.The second item I’m sharing today is Garnier Fructis Micellular Water. Does anyone else find removing make up a huge pain? I hardly ever wear eye make up but when I do I hate the removal process. It doesn’t come off easily with water alone and most eye makeup removers leave behind an oily residue. Well I have found a better way to remove not only eye makeup but the rest of your make up as well. I always like to remove my make up and then wash my face with my cleanser to get it completely clean. The micellular water easily removes your makeup and does not leave any residue behind. I simply put a little bit of the micellular water on a cotton round and wipe my make up right off, no need for harsh rubbing and it will not burn your eyes. I have also tried the L’oreal Micellular Water but I prefer the Garnier brand more. Friday Favorites #1 3. The third item is another food item, the GFB, Gluten Free Bites. As mentioned above, I have recently removed dairy and gluten from my diet. I am a huge snacker and was looking for something I could snack on that would satisfy my sweet tooth that was also dairy free and gluten free. I stumbled upon these Gluten Free Bites at the grocery store one day and gave them a try. My favorite is the dark chocolate and peanut butter flavor but they have a number of other flavors you can try as well. Not only do these satisfy my sweet tooth but I am guilt free afterwards as well. Friday Favorites #14. I can’t leave off one of my newest obsession’s, Fake Bake’s Tanning Lotion. I have written a post comparing several different sunless tanners and what I liked about each one here. My aunt was the one who actually gave me a bottle of the Fake Bake lotion to try and I have been hooked ever since. I have rebought it several times since. I like how quickly the color shows and that it is more of a bronze color than an orange color like some other sunless tanners. It is super easy to apply and I have not had an trouble with streaking as I have with some others. Fake Bake also comes in a mousse and a spray version that you can try if you prefer it over the lotion. Friday Favorites #15. I’ve recently ordered a couple of pairs of tennis shoes and fell in love with this Adidas Running Edge Lux pair. I was looking for a pair that was comfortable and a neutral color that would go with anything. I had previously ordered a pair of the Adidas Running Alphabounce EM and loved the way they felt so I decided to go with another pair of Adidas. This pair is super comfortable and is currently on sale for under $80. I have worn them for weight workouts, running, and lots of walking the dog. I have been very pleased with the feel of these sneakers. One thing I would advise when ordering Adidas is that they do tend to run 1/2 size to 1 size big so I ordered a 1/2 size down and they fit perfectly. Friday Favorites #1I would love to hear what thing you are currently loving.  I would also love any recommendations on other products to try that you may swear by.

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Healthy Buckeyes

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One of my favorites treats has always been buckeyes. I have always loved the chocolate/peanut butter combination. I recently have tried cutting dairy from my diet and I have tried to find a way to have some of my favorite treats while also keeping them dairy free. Chocolate is one of those dairy things that I can not do without so I knew that was something I had to find an alternative for. I found the perfect replacement with Enjoy Life’s chocolate chips. I was unsure how they would taste since they were dairy free but they taste just as good as milk chocolate chips. I have used these to make almond flour chocolate chip cookies, another of my favorite treats, and they were delicious! I knew I wanted to make a dairy free version of the buckeyes as well. Below I will share my recipe for healthy buckeyes.

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Healthy Buckeyes

These buckeyes are super simple and you will only need four ingredients to make them. Measure out 1/2 a cup of peanut butter, 1/4 cup or maple syrup (I used a sugar free option), and 1/4 cup of coconut flour. Add these three ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir until they are completely combined. Next you will want to grab a small amount of the mixture and round out into a ball (I made mine slightly smaller than a golf ball) and place onto a parchment paper lined cookie sheet. My mixture made about 9 peanut butter balls but it may differ based on the size of yours. Place cookie sheet with peanut butter balls into the freezer for them to harden.

After the peanut butter mixture has had time to harden ( about 15 minutes), its time to prepare our chocolate coating. Pour 1/3 cup of dairy free chocolate chips (I used Enjoy Life’s chocolate chips) into a microwave safe bowl. You can even add a small amount of coconut oil in with the chocolate chips that will help to make coating the peanut butter a little easier. Place the bowl into the microwave for 30 seconds at a time and stir once time is up. Repeat the previous step until the chocolate is completely melted. I recommend only heating the chocolate for 30 seconds at a time as to not overcook the chocolate.

Healthy Buckeyes

Once the chocolate is completely melted, it is time to coat the peanut butter balls. Use a toothpick to pick up the peanut butter ball and place into the melted chocolate. I found it made it easier to coat the peanut butter by using a spoon to scoop the chocolate onto the sides of the ball. After you have covered the peanut butter in chocolate, place the ball back onto the parchment paper and repeat until each of the balls has been covered. Next place the cookie sheet back into the freezer to allow the chocolate to harden (about 10 minutes). Once the chocolate has had time to harden, it’s time to take them out and enjoy!

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Healthy Buckeyes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup of peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 1/3 cup dairy free chocolate chips
  • 1/2 tsp coconut oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add 1/2 cup of peanut butter, 1/4 cup of maple syrup and 1/4 cup of coconut flour to a mixing bowl and stir until completely combined.
  2. Grab a small amount of the mixture and round out into a ball (I made mine slightly smaller than a golf ball) and place onto a parchment paper lined cookie sheet.
  3. Place cookie sheet with peanut butter balls into the freezer for them to harden (15minutes)
  4. Once the peanut butter balls have hardened, pour 1/3 cup of dairy free chocolate chips into a microwave safe bowl. (You can even add a small amount of coconut oil into the chocolate to make coating the peanut butter easier)
  5. Place the bowl into the microwave for 30 seconds at a time and stir once time is up. Repeat the previous step until the chocolate is completely melted.
  6. Use a toothpick to pick up the peanut butter ball and place into the melted chocolate. Use a spoon to scoop the chocolate onto the sides of the ball.
  7. After you have covered the peanut butter in chocolate, place the ball back onto the parchment paper and repeat until each of the balls has been covered.
  8. Next place the cookie sheet back into the freezer to allow the chocolate to harden (about 10 minutes).
  9. Once the chocolate has hardened, its time to enjoy!
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I think these healthy buckeyes taste just as good as the real thing. I look forward to recreating other desserts with Enjoy Life products. What are some of your favorite desserts?

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Garlic Pepper Kale Chips

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Garlic Pepper Kale Chips

Are any of you huge snackers like me? I find myself reaching for a snack several times through out the day. Most snacks that I crave and that are quick and easy to grab are not healthy. In order to try to make a healthier choice when I get that urge for a snack, I try to have several healthy options prepared so that I don’t reach for those unhealthy snacks. One of the snacks that I try to keep on hand is these delicious garlic pepper kale chips. They are not only super easy to make but they are a healthy snack alternative that is also delicious. (Find another healthy snack option here)

Garlic Pepper Kale Chips

These kale chips are so easy to make and only require 3 ingredients. You will only need one bunch of kale leaves, olive oil, and your seasoning of choice ( I used a garlic pepper seasoning). Start by preheating the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Next you will want to wash your kale leaves and make sure to dry them as completely as you can. Leaving the kale wet will leave your kale chips soggy instead of allowing them to crisp up.

Garlic Pepper Kale Chips

Once you have thoroughly dried the kale leaves, rip the leaves in the size of a chip, making sure to remove the thick stems. When tearing the kale, keep in mind that they kale will shrink in size when cooking.  Next you will want to lay the kale pieces on an unlined baking sheet. Using 2-3 tsp of olive oil, lightly coat the kale pieces. It may not seem like much olive oil but using too much will cause the kale to become soggy. I used a basting brush to coat the kale with olive oil to prevent from using too much. After lightly coating the kale in olive oil, sprinkle your seasoning of choice over the kale. I used one of my favorite seasonings, garlic pepper. I use it on everything.

Garlic Pepper Kale Chips

Now put the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Allow the kale to cook for 10 minutes and then flip the pieces of kale over so that the other side gets crisped as well. Allow the kale chips to cook for another 10-15 minutes. After removing from the oven, let the kale chips sit for 3-5 minutes to crisp up further. Now you get to enjoy your kale chips! You can create so many different variations of kale chips by simply changing the seasoning you use. My favorite flavor that I have made is the garlic pepper kale chips I describe here but I have also tried a sea salt version as well. If you give kale chips a try, I would love to hear what seasonings you use.

Garlic Pepper Kale Chips

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Garlic Pepper Kale Chips

Ingredients

  • 1 Bunch of kale
  • 2-3 tsps. of olive oil
  • garlic pepper seasoning to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 300 degress Fahrenheit
  2. Thoroughly wash and dry the kale.
  3. Rip the leaves in the size of a chip, making sure to remove the thick stems. (When tearing the kale, keep in mind that they kale will shrink in size when cooking.) 
  4. Next lay the kale pieces on an unlined baking sheet.
  5. Using 2-3 tsp of olive oil, lightly coat the kale pieces.
  6. After lightly coating the kale in olive oil, sprinkle your seasoning of choice over the kale. I used one of my favorite seasonings, garlic pepper. .
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