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Decadent Desserts

1/10/2021

 
Wow, when I need a treat this is what I make.  No refined sugars and all good stuff.  Pictured is the Tahini Fudge and Chocolate Cups.  Noting the brands I use in the ingredients.

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Tahini Fudge
Ingredients
1 cup Artisana tahini (organic sesame seed butter)
¼ cup gently melted Nutiva Organic coconut oil
2 tablespoons Date Lady Date Syrup
½ tablespoon Frontier Organic vanilla extract (non-alcoholic)
¼ teaspoon salt
1/4 cup Pascha dark chocolate chips (100% unsweetened cocoa)

Method
Whisk all ingredients together* and pour into parchment cup lined muffin tin.  Place muffin tin in freezer to set.  Store in freezer and allow to slightly thaw before enjoying.

​*I added chips individually to cups before freezing.

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Chocolate Cups
Ingredients

Base:  
1/2 cup gently melted organic coconut oil
1/3 cup Date Lady Date Syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
dash of sea salt
1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
Add-ins:
Chopped Dried Fruit (unsweetened), unsweetened coconut flakes, chopped roasted nuts or for me it's organic crunchy peanut butter (3/4 cup)

Method
​Whisk liquid ingredients then stir in cocoa powder until well combined.  Add mix-ins and spoon into parchment cup lined muffin tin.  Place muffin tin in freezer until set.  Store in freezer and allow to thaw slightly before enjoying.
View original Chocolate recipe here.

Pancakes

1/10/2021

 
I tend to be a weekend cook.  These pancakes are super easy and freeze well.  Makes for a wonderful weekday breakfast (or dinner).  I load these up with pecans and serve with butter and 100% fruit spread.



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Ingredients
1 1/2 cup of Otto's Naturals Cassava Flour
2 1/4 teaspoon baking powder*
1 teaspoon salt
Several dashes of cinnamon
1 1/2 cup of unsweetened plain nut milk 
1/4 cup of unsweetened Kite Hill yogurt (plant based)
2 eggs (or egg substitute - not sure of results)
2 tablespoons of Date Lady Syrup
1/3 cup (small container) of unsweetened organic applesauce
2 tablespoons of avocado oil
1/4 teaspoon of vanilla 
chopped pecans

Method
In a medium bowl, mix dry ingredients.  In a separate bowl (I use a large glass measuring cup - 3 cups), mix wet ingredients.  Combine wet to dry then mix in nuts and let stand for 5 minutes.  Check consistency as mixture may be a little thicker and add nut milk as needed.  Heat skillet on medium low with small amount of avocado oil.  Drop batter in by large spoonful to make a pancake about 2.5 - 3 inches in diameter.  Cook until sides appear firm or small bubbles are seen in center.  Flip to finish cooking.  Cooking time and temperature may vary based on your stove.
Yield:  About 22 2.5 inch pancakes
Freeze any leftovers with parchment paper between cakes.  Reheat in oven with butter and 100% fruit spread at 300 degrees until butter is melted and pancake is heated through.
​*Hint:  Make your own baking powder using 1 Tablespoon of baking soda and 2 Tablespoons of Cream of Tartar.  Store in a small jar and use as needed.

​View original recipe here.

Pizza

1/3/2021

 
Just love this easy pizza.  Start with Julian Bakery Paleo Thin Pizza Crust Mix.  Mix with water and a little salt (optional).  I divide the dough into three approximately 6 inch personal pizzas.  Bake all three and freeze the extras for a weekday shortcut.  Top baked crust as desired and bake again for 9 - 10 minutes.   See package for instructions.
Explore Thrive Life for a selection of toppings.  Make your own pizza sauce by blending tomato dices into powder then adding water to desired consistency.  Add spices such as Thrive Life's Italian Seasoning and Garlic.

​Pizza crust available at iHerb.

Herbal Coffee

1/2/2021

 
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I love having an alternative to coffee.  I found Teeccino the perfect option for a caffeine free, gluten-free hot or cold beverage.  Paired with NutPods, an unsweetened dairy-free creamer, it's the perfect sip.

Happy New Year

1/1/2021

 
A great start to a new year.  I took an early walk in the neighborhood listening to Wholetones Active. This month marks four years after surgery and starting a wellness journey.  I can testify that God heals.  Part of my wellness journey is a lifestyle that focuses on fruits and vegetables.  I've found that Thrive Life (premium freeze dried foods) and Ruvi have tremendous value in taste, nutrition and convenience.  

Join my Mom and I as we drink a Ruvi, let go of one bad habit and explore being active 30 minutes each day or reaching 7500 steps.  Use code RUVICHALLENDGE at my affiliate link to save 20% off a 32 pack now through January 7, 2021 at 11:59 PM MT.


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