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Coconut Chocolate Pudding with Pomegranate Seeds

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 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
Course Dessert
Cuisine Plant Based
Keyword dairy free, health snacks for kids, sugar free snacks
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Open chilled coconut milk can & scoop out thick cream into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Whip coconut cream on high speed with an electric hand mixer until soft peaks form.
  3. Add cocoa powder, vanilla extract and maple syrup and continue whipping until ingredients are well combined.
  4. 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


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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

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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.

Healthier Nutty Apple Crisp

There is nothing quite like using seasonal produce at its peak nutritional and flavor density, and for Fall that definitely includes apples. By now you likely have your favorite apple crisp recipe ear marked and turn to it as a go to when you have extra apples laying around. Not in the mood for the rich, high calorie, butter and sugar based classic recipe? I have you covered with this healthier nutty apple crisp recipe that is big on flavor, but lower in sugar.

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 Nutty Apple Crisp
This healthier version of Apple Crisp is made without gluten or dairy, so it is perfect for anyone who may have a gluten intolerance or gluten allergy, has celiac disease, dairy free due to a milk protein allergy, lactose intolerant, or is living a vegan lifestyle. No skimping on flavor or taste. I love how by simply adding a pear to the typical all apple variety it adds more sweetness and texture, and varied prebiotic fiber for your digestive health. And with the addition of flax and walnuts, you get some crunch, plus the added fiber and omega 3 is a bonus!
Course Dessert
Cuisine Plant Based
Keyword health snacks for kids
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Course Dessert
Cuisine Plant Based
Keyword health snacks for kids
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 8x8 baking pan with coconut oil cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Toast the oats: Place oats on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  3. Make the topping: Combine the almond flour, oats, coconut sugar, cinnamon, salt, walnuts and flax in a large bowl. Add in the coconut oil and stir/combine until the mixture is crumbly.
  4. Make the filling: Mix apples, pear, maple syrup, cinnamon and vanilla in a large bowl and toss to combine.
  5. Place the apple mixture in prepared pan and sprinkle evenly with topping. Bake for 45 minutes, or until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes on wire rack. Makes 8 servings.
  6. Optional: serve with whipped coconut cream or extra sliced apples.

Chocolate Chip White Bean Blondies

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 Chocolate Chip White Bean Blondies
There are so many reasons I love this chocolate chip white bean blondie treat I am not sure where to begin! Any recipe that takes 5 minutes to assemble is usually a keeper in my kitchen. The recipe features cannelloni beans, which with their high fiber and plant based prebiotic proteins will provide good clean energy and not spike blood sugar the way most treats would. The salty finish combined with the dark chocolate chip also give that oh so satisfying fix after a meal.
Course Dessert
Cuisine Plant Based
Keyword dairy free, health snacks for kids, sugar free snacks
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings
bars
Ingredients
Course Dessert
Cuisine Plant Based
Keyword dairy free, health snacks for kids, sugar free snacks
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings
bars
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350F. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
  2. Add ingredients to a blender and blend until the batter is a smooth consistency
  3. Pour into pan and bake for 20 minutes (edges should be golden brown)
  4. Allow to cool before cutting.
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