Coconut Chocolate Pudding with Pomegranate Seeds

Coconut Chocolate Pudding with Pomegranate Seeds

Pomegranate seeds are a rich source of a type of polyphenol known as ellagitannin, which studies show increase the specific gut bacteria Akkermansia muciniphila. Akker who? If you haven’t heard about these little guys that live in your gut (if you are lucky - we don’t all host them) its a species that is associated with lower rates of obesity, improved glucose metabolism and lower inflammation in the body. There is no better time of year to incorporate these gems into your diet than now, when they are in season and add such a festive finish to the table. Try them on this rich and decadent dairy free pudding- delicious is an understatement.

Course

Dessert

Cuisine

Plant Based

Keyword

dairy free, health snacks for kids, sugar free snacks

Prep Time

10 minutes

Servings

people

Ingredients

1 can full fat coconut milk chilled overnight
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2-2 tbsp maple syrup
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Course

Dessert

Cuisine

Plant Based

Keyword

dairy free, health snacks for kids, sugar free snacks

Prep Time

10 minutes

Servings

people

Ingredients

1 can full fat coconut milk chilled overnight
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2-2 tbsp maple syrup
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Instructions

Open chilled coconut milk can & scoop out thick cream into a large mixing bowl.
Whip coconut cream on high speed with an electric hand mixer until soft peaks form.
Add cocoa powder, vanilla extract and maple syrup and continue whipping until ingredients are well combined.
Top with 1 Tbsp pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately or store in the fridge in a sealed container to be used within 2-3 days.

Banana Berry “Cupcake” Bites

Banana Berry "Cupcake" Bites

Boring “same old” bananas and berries are magically transformed into treats when they are layered with a little nut butter, sprinkled with coconut and served up in some cupcake liners.

Course

Dessert

Keyword

health snacks for kids, sugar free snacks

Servings

Ingredients

Course

Dessert

Keyword

health snacks for kids, sugar free snacks

Servings

Ingredients

Recipe Notes

Slice bananas into 1 inch thick slices and place into mini cup cake liner. Spread with nut butter, top with raspberry and sprinkle with shredded coconut. Serve immediately.

Banana Breakfast Balls

Course

Breakfast

Keyword

health snacks for kids, sugar free snacks

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Servings

Ingredients

2 mashed bananas
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup shredded apple
1/4 cup chopped pistachio
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp hemp seeds
1/2 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 tbsp flax seeds

Course

Breakfast

Keyword

health snacks for kids, sugar free snacks

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Servings

Ingredients

2 mashed bananas
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup shredded apple
1/4 cup chopped pistachio
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp hemp seeds
1/2 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 tbsp flax seeds

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all ingredients and mix well. Scoop into rounded balls and place on cookie sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cookies are golden and fragrant.

Chocolate Sweet Potato Mousse

Servings

Ingredients

Servings

Ingredients

Instructions

Boil peeled sweet potato until tender. Allow to cool slightly, and blend with raw cacao powder, almond butter and maple syrup. Add a dash of cinnamon and hint of sea salt if you like. Serves 2.

Easy Chia Pudding

Easy Blueberry Chia Pudding

I love to use walnut, almond or cashew milk from Elmhurst Farms to make this recipe - they don't use any additives or stabilizers, just nuts and water to make their milks. And they are delicious! For those who are interested in alternatives to cow's milk (whether it be due to allergies, intolerances or simply the desire to live a vegan lifestyle) be sure to read product labels carefully. Many brands may have a great tasting product, but contain ingredients that may cause bloating, gas, or digestive issues for some. Be on the look out for stabilizers such as xanthan gum, locust bean gum, gellan gum, guar gum, and gum acacia if you have any GI concerns.

Servings

servings

Ingredients

1 cup milk of choice
1 tsp vanilla or vanilla powder
2 Tbsp maple syrup or honey use monk fruit for lower carb or more diabetic friendly version
1/4 cup chia seeds
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Servings

servings

Ingredients

1 cup milk of choice
1 tsp vanilla or vanilla powder
2 Tbsp maple syrup or honey use monk fruit for lower carb or more diabetic friendly version
1/4 cup chia seeds
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Instructions

Combine milk, vanilla, chia and sweetener in a glass jar. Shake or stir well to combine and place in fridge for several hours or overnight. Top with fresh or frozen blueberries before serving.