Healthy Chocolate Pecan Pie

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHJQC_IL8H3lgCMtTks1qL8IiKRIOrIVfo5xFioOmCo9V3wVmkkbZ9YiOK8fDk-zoHzzufGFn9bEmiQVM05fEMchTpCRzSkxsR4cZ_RL0YWnHVuggTgXt0_YOFlc4RJ9DaiGoI2tWCnaoQ/s1600/22801938_l.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1063" data-original-width="1600" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHJQC_IL8H3lgCMtTks1qL8IiKRIOrIVfo5xFioOmCo9V3wVmkkbZ9YiOK8fDk-zoHzzufGFn9bEmiQVM05fEMchTpCRzSkxsR4cZ_RL0YWnHVuggTgXt0_YOFlc4RJ9DaiGoI2tWCnaoQ/s640/22801938_l.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> Filling:<br /> <br /> <ul> <li>heaping 1 cup of chopped pecans</li> <li>2 tbsp molasses</li> <li>3/4 cup maple syrup</li> <li>2-3 tsp nut butter of choice (almond butter for me)</li> <li>1/4 cup flaxmeal whisked into 1/3 cup of water</li> <li>1/2 tbsp bourbon or 1 additional tbsp of water</li> <li>1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract</li> <li>1/2 tsp salt</li> <li>optional: chocolate chips, nutmeg and more pecans for toppings</li> </ul> <div> Crust:</div> <div> <ul> <li>1 3/4 cup wheat flour</li> <li>1/2 tsp salt</li> <li>1/3 cup coconut oil</li> <li>1/2 cup cold water</li> </ul> </div> <br /> <br /> Method:<br /> <br /> For this recipe you may opt to use store bought crust or make your own healthy variation :)<br /> For this recipe, I use my own recipe of wheat flour, salt, coconut oil and water, I mix it all. Stir till it forms a dough. When working on it, if you feel like it's a bit too dry you may add more water or oil or if it's the opposite, add a bit more flour. Press into pie dish, bake for 10 minutes at 400 F.<br /> <br /> Now for the filling, mix all together except the toppings. Let it rest inside the refrigerator for atleast 30 minutes. It will thicken due to the flaxmeal. Pour into the crust. Top with chocolate chips or more pecans. Bake for atleast 35 minutes. Then turn off from the oven and let it sit inside the turned-off oven! Then serve and enjoy :)

Healthy Chocolate Pecan Pie

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Ingredients: Filling: heaping 1 cup of chopped pecans 2 tbsp molasses 3/4 cup maple syrup 2-3 tsp nut butter of choice (almond butter for me) 1/4 cup flaxmeal whisked into 1/3 cup of water 1/2 tbsp bourbon or 1 additional tbsp of water 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp salt optional: chocolate chips, nutmeg and more pecans for toppi

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HEALTHY OVEN ROASTED SPICED CARROTS

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijSj728Czky5yxS_SyTiFEFWGDYCcxa1vsrPZJLKN7rlBoof6IfzuDnKgw8Z97d3gOEeDpUEex0ODHKEpEtkrYYEuIGkyQPxczulTmw0WUiL6aGv_XOupnN8BfN0asQCiTSBz1dm12qjKL/s1600/OVEN-ROASTED-SPICED-CARROTS.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="666" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijSj728Czky5yxS_SyTiFEFWGDYCcxa1vsrPZJLKN7rlBoof6IfzuDnKgw8Z97d3gOEeDpUEex0ODHKEpEtkrYYEuIGkyQPxczulTmw0WUiL6aGv_XOupnN8BfN0asQCiTSBz1dm12qjKL/s640/OVEN-ROASTED-SPICED-CARROTS.png" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> 2 pounds medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch strips<br /> 3 tbsp olive oil<br /> 1/2 tsp salt<br /> 1/2 tsp ground coriander<br /> 1/2 tsp ground cumin<br /> 1/2 tsp pepper<br /> 1/3 tsp chili powder<br /> 1/4 tsp paprika<br /> 1/8 tsp ground ginger<br /> 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon<br /> dash of ground cloves<br /> dash of cayenne pepper<br /> <br /> Method:<br /> <br /> Prepping this is easy!<br /> Preheat oven to 400<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18px;">° </span>then in a bowl, pour oil over carrots and toss till properly covered with the oil. Mix all of the seasonings and sprinkle all over carrots. Make sure it is tossed and covered well with the seasoning. Then arrange the carrots in a baking pan. Pop into the over for about 30 minutes or until it is crispy-tender and a bit brown on the outside.

HEALTHY OVEN ROASTED SPICED CARROTS

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Ingredients: 2 pounds medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch strips 3 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp pepper 1/3 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp paprika 1/8 tsp ground ginger 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon dash of ground cloves dash of cayenne pepper Method: Prepping this is easy! Preheat oven to 4

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Healthy and Gooey Apple Pecan Bars

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSwiSSzpBRSLPQoa2s6n9mLRyloZ2IqEhhJrNulOyF35AQwrPGwnkxXlwvwCy4UteZBrYiePMnL06uZnDHlwfySnT2HdsROyDggbZPXJNaXjZuwUrEK-1oR2enzxiSb0l8WrgMuKWg9O0R/s1600/Untitled+design+%25281%2529.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="315" data-original-width="560" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSwiSSzpBRSLPQoa2s6n9mLRyloZ2IqEhhJrNulOyF35AQwrPGwnkxXlwvwCy4UteZBrYiePMnL06uZnDHlwfySnT2HdsROyDggbZPXJNaXjZuwUrEK-1oR2enzxiSb0l8WrgMuKWg9O0R/s640/Untitled+design+%25281%2529.png" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> For the crust:<br /> <br /> 18 dates<br /> 1 tsp cinnamon<br /> 3/4 cup almond butter<br /> 1/4 cup maple syrup<br /> 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut<br /> 1/2 cup whole pecans<br /> 1/4 tsp salt<br /> <br /> For the toppings:<br /> <br /> 1/2 cup whole pecans<br /> 1/4 cup coconut oil<br /> 3 apples, cored and thinly sliced<br /> 1 tsp cinnamon<br /> pinch of salt<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> <br /> 1. Add in all crust ingredients in a food processor and process till very fine and well combined. Transfer into your prepared pan and press the crust evenly. Chill while we do the filling.<br /> <br /> 2. In a pan or skillet, medium-low heat. Add the whole pecans and toast it for a few minutes 5-8 minutes until you smell it's aroma. Chop it and set aside.<br /> <br /> 3. In a larger pan, add the coconut oil, add in the sliced apples, 1 tsp cinnamon and pinch of salt.<br /> <br /> 4. Cook until the apples are a bit soft and flexible then allow it to cool.<br /> <br /> 5. Arranged the apples on top of the crust, add in the pecans on top then drizzle with the liquid from the cooked apple. Refrigerate for a few hours until firm and serve. Yum! Perfect Thanksgiving treat for your family and friends!<br /> <section class="recipe-section recipe-section-notes" style="box-sizing: inherit; color: #2f3846; font-family: "PS Savoy", Lora, Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 18px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><ol style="box-sizing: inherit; counter-reset: li 0; margin: 0px; padding: 13.7188px 54.875px 13.7188px 0px;"> <li style="box-sizing: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 6px 20px; padding: 4px 0px 0px; position: relative;"><br /></li> </ol> </section>

Healthy and Gooey Apple Pecan Bars

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For the crust: 18 dates 1 tsp cinnamon 3/4 cup almond butter 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 1/2 cup whole pecans 1/4 tsp salt For the toppings: 1/2 cup whole pecans 1/4 cup coconut oil 3 apples, cored and thinly sliced 1 tsp cinnamon pinch of salt Directions: 1. Add in all crust ingredients in a food processor a

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Pumpkin Coconut Custards

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikJ5fCJOxjrZzQ7SXr4P3kUK59mWmWf3n-treZIrJq3MidcpcjOXNPvK8AjYUoLN95djJtp64HJCmWpgXbZBxb7IlnHWB308V8ksuJgk9AeBjqqmp8hh_dKB8lUbyRCF9BRa-aSZAzlsgy/s1600/bruleed-saffron-custards-bobbi-lin-0040-d113199-0317_horiz.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="421" data-original-width="750" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikJ5fCJOxjrZzQ7SXr4P3kUK59mWmWf3n-treZIrJq3MidcpcjOXNPvK8AjYUoLN95djJtp64HJCmWpgXbZBxb7IlnHWB308V8ksuJgk9AeBjqqmp8hh_dKB8lUbyRCF9BRa-aSZAzlsgy/s640/bruleed-saffron-custards-bobbi-lin-0040-d113199-0317_horiz.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> 1 tsp ground cinnamon<br /> 1/2 tsp ground ginger<br /> 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg<br /> 1/2 tsp sea salt<br /> 4 large eggs<br /> 1/2 cup maple syrup<br /> 1/2 tsp pure coconut extract<br /> 1 can pumpkin puree<br /> 3/4 cup canned coconut milk<br /> 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk<br /> <br /> Method:<br /> <br /> 1. Prep oven and make sure to preheat at 300 F<br /> 2. In a bowl, combine ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and the salt. Mix it well. Set aside.<br /> 3. In a larger bowl, add in eggs, maple syrup and the coconut extract and whisk and make sure it's blended well.<br /> 4. Add in spices and pumpkin<br /> 5. Add in coconut milk and almond milk and whisk again to blend well.<br /> 6. Pour the mixture in your ceramic containers and place in a baking pan with 1-inch of hot water in it (bain-marie cooking style)<br /> 7. Bake for 40-50 minutes, test your mixture by inserting a toothpick or a knife in the center if it comes out clean, it's ready and cooked. Remove then let it cool then refrigerate overnight or until ready to serve.

Pumpkin Coconut Custards

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Ingredients: 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp sea salt 4 large eggs 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/2 tsp pure coconut extract 1 can pumpkin puree 3/4 cup canned coconut milk 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk Method: 1. Prep oven and make sure to preheat at 300 F 2. In a bowl, combine ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg

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Chocolate-Sweet Potato Parfait

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZDsD2uX2a-xddLF-0NrDATCugCXbDvjqDK5gPP019iDIT4RyMwi0Qtx_mY-wstY7qfU9_LKB-7uiTzBAJqZQKzhzSguXU__Y-35hDoQ6FvZ7k_rvi1E-NHpH4oDsDXcs6_QoI2Zev8vr9/s1600/sweet-potato-pie-parfait-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZDsD2uX2a-xddLF-0NrDATCugCXbDvjqDK5gPP019iDIT4RyMwi0Qtx_mY-wstY7qfU9_LKB-7uiTzBAJqZQKzhzSguXU__Y-35hDoQ6FvZ7k_rvi1E-NHpH4oDsDXcs6_QoI2Zev8vr9/s1600/sweet-potato-pie-parfait-3.jpg" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> Mousse<br /> <br /> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> 1¼ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces<br /> 1¼ cups heavy cream</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> ½ cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> ½ cup packed light brown sugar</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> 1 tablespoon vanilla extract</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> <span style="font-family: "Lucida Grande"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">⅛</span> teaspoon kosher salt</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> Pinch of ground allspice</div> <br /> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> Pinch of ground cloves</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> <br /></div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: -webkit-standard; font-size: small;">Meringue</span></div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> <br /></div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> <span style="font-family: "Lucida Grande"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">⅓</span> cup confectioners' sugar</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> 1 teaspoon cornstarch</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> 2 large egg whites</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> ¼ cup granulated sugar</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> <span style="font-family: "Lucida Grande"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">⅛</span> teaspoon cream of tartar</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> 1 pinch salt</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> 1 vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> ½ teaspoon cider vinegar</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> Ground cinnamon for garnish</div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> <br /></div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; min-height: 14px;"> <br /></div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; min-height: 14px;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: -webkit-standard; font-size: small;">Instructions:</span></div> <div style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </div> <ol> <li style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">To Prepare for the mousse: Steam sweet potato until very tender, it usually takes about 15-20 minutes. </li> <li style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Transfer sweet potatoes in food processor and puree until smooth. </li> <li style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Then in a saucepan, combine cream, cocoa, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, allspice and cloves. Heat over medium heat while whisking. The outcome should be glossy and quite smooth. Add this to the sweet potato in the food processor and puree till the mixture is quite smooth. Transfer to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap directly on it. Refrigerate for atleast 4 hours.</li> <li style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">For the meringues: Preheat over to 300 F, lined with parchment paper.</li> <li style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Whisk the confectioner’s sugar and cornstarch in a bowl, set it aside.</li> <li style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Whisk egg whites and sugar in bowl, the bowl should be over a saucepan with boiling water. Whisk slowly for 1-2 minutes.</li> <li style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Remove from heat and add cream of tartar and salt. Add in vanilla. Beat again till stiff peaks form. Add vinegar and beat to combine. Gently fold in reserved sugar.</li> <li style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Scoop tablespoons of the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet to make 2-inch cookies. Bake till crispy on the outside but soft in the middle for 20 minutes then cool.</li> <li style="color: #454545; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">To prepare for serving, alternate the mousse and meringues in container jars or dessert containers. Dust with cinnamon on top or nuts. </li> </ol>

Chocolate-Sweet Potato Parfait

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Ingredients: Mousse 1¼ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 1¼ cups heavy cream ½ cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder ½ cup packed light brown sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt Pinch of ground allspice Pinch of ground cloves Meringue ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar 1 teas

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Flourless Pumpkin Brownies

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggetDm2a4u0c4_PS6S7w78zn-SZCXcLYq-CDjGGUyVHNrTecmD3JBtYmTG2XnRl-MGlD7ZEGtio9bUjwkvY_a1B4j1Oh_7fJqNz2GdnTsTrSEtDYPt8MRZfbMHy7s_VNk-Sy2GXzCv8aOG/s1600/1456176242492.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="462" data-original-width="616" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggetDm2a4u0c4_PS6S7w78zn-SZCXcLYq-CDjGGUyVHNrTecmD3JBtYmTG2XnRl-MGlD7ZEGtio9bUjwkvY_a1B4j1Oh_7fJqNz2GdnTsTrSEtDYPt8MRZfbMHy7s_VNk-Sy2GXzCv8aOG/s1600/1456176242492.jpeg" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> The perfect guilt free recipe this holiday season that is so fudgy you'll be surprised it's clean and healthy!<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> 3/4 cup pumpkin puree<br /> 3/4 cup almond butter<br /> 1/4 cup and 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder<br /> 1/3 cup maple syrup<br /> 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice<br /> 1 teaspoon baking soda<br /> 1/2 teaspoon salt<br /> 1 egg<br /> 1/4 cup chocolate chips<br /> <br /> Instructions:<br /> <br /> 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.<br /> 2. Prepare baking dish, grease it with cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper.<br /> 3. Mix pumpkin puree, almond butter, cocoa powder, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, salt and the egg in a bowl - you may hand mix this or use an electric mixer till it is smooth.<br /> 4. Pour it in the baking dish. You may add in now the chocolate chips on top of the batter.<br /> 5. Bake for 20-25 minutes.<br /> 6. Remove and let it settle for 5 minutes.<br /> 7. Slice and serve - yum!<br /> <br />

Flourless Pumpkin Brownies

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The perfect guilt free recipe this holiday season that is so fudgy you'll be surprised it's clean and healthy! Ingredients: 3/4 cup pumpkin puree 3/4 cup almond butter 1/4 cup and 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder 1/3 cup maple syrup 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1/4 cup chocolate chips Instructio

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Easy Pumpkin Custard

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6La_TWTVcdJDTWtRtfMCgj2963S1GYKe5KZ-Xb4lWUP8dC8RlybUAM_mz630256EGn1Ng327_rsfCoyTU57gXjFGUSpLYYeHe1rWKyLCET3naBnXFln7PXo8HJ_Bi0lvxNRa2JXE9YDMC/s1600/1432323995962.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="462" data-original-width="616" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6La_TWTVcdJDTWtRtfMCgj2963S1GYKe5KZ-Xb4lWUP8dC8RlybUAM_mz630256EGn1Ng327_rsfCoyTU57gXjFGUSpLYYeHe1rWKyLCET3naBnXFln7PXo8HJ_Bi0lvxNRa2JXE9YDMC/s1600/1432323995962.jpeg" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> 1/4 cup lukewarm water<br /> 1 tbsp agar powder<br /> 1 14 oz canned pumpkin or 1 3/4 cups fresh pumpkn<br /> 1 14 oz can of full-fat coconut milk<br /> 2 tsp vanilla extract<br /> 1/4 tsp salt<br /> 1 3/8 tsp pumpkin spice<br /> <br /> Instruction<br /> <br /> 1. Using low heat, heat the pumpkin, coconut milk, spices and sweeteners in a pot. Do not simmer, just heat and then remove once it's hot.<br /> 2. Add in the gelatin over the water and stir to avoid clumping.<br /> 3. Whisk gelatin mixture well into the pumpkin mixture.<br /> 4. Pour in containers or ramekins. Refrigerate and enjoy!<br /> Add in whipped cream or whipped coconut cream on top.<br /> <br /> <ul class="ingredients" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Lato, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; list-style-type: none; margin: 0px 0px 28px 40px; padding: 0px;"> <li class="dynamic-ingredient" data-portion="1.375" itemprop="ingredients" style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style-type: none;"><span class="ingredient" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></li> </ul>

Easy Pumpkin Custard

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Ingredients: 1/4 cup lukewarm water 1 tbsp agar powder 1 14 oz canned pumpkin or 1 3/4 cups fresh pumpkn 1 14 oz can of full-fat coconut milk 2 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 tsp salt 1 3/8 tsp pumpkin spice Instruction 1. Using low heat, heat the pumpkin, coconut milk, spices and sweeteners in a pot. Do not simmer, just heat and then remove on

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GlutenFree Pumpkin Pie Bars

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfbDubIxftMFfUDEdRbnT9kApsmXLDbQpUFEuBs2kW7rw5S1sEu1_34HcKvqGcC5_nZFQjYI5LgchCikuxlOcULEdDURNas5s5enMLYWGscg7TXlabMuPbtjsrAwU19w_GEQkPgxgzb5xe/s1600/pumpkinbars_s4x3.jpg.rend.sniipadlarge.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfbDubIxftMFfUDEdRbnT9kApsmXLDbQpUFEuBs2kW7rw5S1sEu1_34HcKvqGcC5_nZFQjYI5LgchCikuxlOcULEdDURNas5s5enMLYWGscg7TXlabMuPbtjsrAwU19w_GEQkPgxgzb5xe/s1600/pumpkinbars_s4x3.jpg.rend.sniipadlarge.jpeg" /></a></div> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Preparing for Thanksgiving? Be sure to make Pumpkin Pie Bars! Your family and friends will surely be thankful for you baking this for them as it is gluten free! </span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ingredients:</span></b><br /> <b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For the crust</span></b><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 2/3 cups walnuts</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 cup pitted dates (soaked</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">first)</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/8 cup agave nectar</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">extract</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2/3 cup rolled oats</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For the filling</span></b><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 can pumpkin</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 can coconut milk</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 cup Sucanat</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 eggs</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 tsp cinnamon</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 tsp ground ginger</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/4 tsp ground nutmeg</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/4 teaspoon salt</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Instructions:</span></b><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">First, prepare the crust. In a food processor, process the walnuts, dates,</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">agave nectar, and vanilla until the walnuts and dates are well broken down</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">and you have a sticky mixture. Add the rolled oats and pulse until they are</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">incorporated.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Press the mixture into a 13 x 9 inch baking dish. Use your fingers to make</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">sure the pan crust is evenly distributed.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Next, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, mix together the pumpkin,</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">coconut milk, sucanat, eggs, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, pumpkin</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">spice, and salt. Mix very well. Pour the mixture over the crust. Alternatively,</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like to rinse out the food processor and mix the filling right in the food</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">processor. No need to dirty another bowl, right?!</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Bake in the preheated oven until the filling is set, about 4050</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">minutes. Allow to cool fully at room temperature before cutting into bars and serving. Enjoy!</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For more <a href="http://www.afitnurse.com/2016/11/healthy-clean-eating-thanksgiving.html" target="_blank">Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes</a>, check out my blog post on it. </span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you ready to start your health and fitness journey AND be ready for 2017? Or do you want to stay on track Thanksgiving till Christmas? Join me for my <a href="http://www.afitnurse.com/2016/11/holiday-survival-guide-fitness-tips-and.html" target="_blank">Holiday Survival Guide</a> or <a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com" target="_blank">email me</a> now! </span>

GlutenFree Pumpkin Pie Bars

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Preparing for Thanksgiving? Be sure to make Pumpkin Pie Bars! Your family and friends will surely be thankful for you baking this for them as it is gluten free!  Ingredients: For the crust 1 2/3 cups walnuts 1 cup pitted dates (soaked first) 1/8 cup agave nectar 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2/3 cup rolled oats For the filling 1 can

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Healthy, Clean-Eating Thanksgiving Recipes!

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4S7MhxD9hWI7iOPE_vJbFeEwyo1mgk0lMY38sOxwclifImMpQ3N8D5IeJ4ovf7WRaABH0Jdseg5hKI5JN1sJTWhdHO9WbRdBbdXd_bOMgvD1uUapvQ_nCIXTfA9ud8rqr54wCVoPxmIt1/s1600/Happy+Thanksgiving.png" /></div> <br /> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> It is that time of the year again - cold weather and Thanksgiving is right around the corner!</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Thanksgiving is a usual gorge-fest of carb-loaded potatoes, bread and turkey that often times lead us to feel so bloated right after.</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> That is why for this year I collected wonderful Thanksgiving recipes that are packed with the right nutrition and taste but leaving you to feel healthy and just right. No guilt feelings after!</div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> These dishes are so easy to make, some can even be made ahead of time! From your Thanksgiving Turkey to Mashed Potatoes - all made clean and perfect for the busy holiday season. </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B05Xx7H1gOvOMVNwTk9GOGVaUzA/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Click here to get your list Healthy, Clean-Eating Thanksgiving Recipes!</span></a></div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtAQj_mgn7_CWe9QzjCrCcpHBRMOaIs5rx7CNBybB7JShhQbvWM8dEnmLBOlnO6cWVR0MW1PTV61cdqiaHvKcOtyaNNeXYJIx0SZgymf25bDCABqnLMmyv880EqKVUVMzuM9NJFiDvRVbG/s1600/Copy+of+Happy+Thanksgiving.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtAQj_mgn7_CWe9QzjCrCcpHBRMOaIs5rx7CNBybB7JShhQbvWM8dEnmLBOlnO6cWVR0MW1PTV61cdqiaHvKcOtyaNNeXYJIx0SZgymf25bDCABqnLMmyv880EqKVUVMzuM9NJFiDvRVbG/s1600/Copy+of+Happy+Thanksgiving.png" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> This is my way of saying THANK YOU for allowing me to be on this journey with you!<br /> <br /> Alyssa </div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div> <br /></div>

Healthy, Clean-Eating Thanksgiving Recipes!

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It is that time of the year again - cold weather and Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Thanksgiving is a usual gorge-fest of carb-loaded potatoes, bread and turkey that often times lead us to feel so bloated right after. That is why for this year I collected wonderful Thanksgiving recipes that are packed with the right nutrition a

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Vegan Mashed Potatoes

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCyq0r5g4MhatoagB9ohSQMFY9SpDgfirUrIV2dZHC95Uum92t4mDyMiyWHKh9iyYySjMw_IqAg9jVuIxW2fJDoiaY4XJhGEYQ4pQf2LZpR_5IlP6FbnyUvavSmBq8hcQFhWEBlDzTgVEO/s1600/jMviblZXS3YVoKSASA4B_356+garlic+mashed+pot+warm.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCyq0r5g4MhatoagB9ohSQMFY9SpDgfirUrIV2dZHC95Uum92t4mDyMiyWHKh9iyYySjMw_IqAg9jVuIxW2fJDoiaY4XJhGEYQ4pQf2LZpR_5IlP6FbnyUvavSmBq8hcQFhWEBlDzTgVEO/s1600/jMviblZXS3YVoKSASA4B_356+garlic+mashed+pot+warm.jpg" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> Vegan Mashed Potatoes. Thick, fluffy, buttery, creamy, light and herbacious - need I say more?<br /> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> 6-8 medium yukon gold potatoes, organic<br /> 1.5 tsp sea salt<br /> 1/2 tsp ground black pepper<br /> 5-6 cloves roasted garlic<br /> 3-4 Tbsp vegan butter, melted/softened<br /> 1/4 cup fresh chives for topping<br /> <br /> Instructions:<br /> <br /> In a saucepan or pot, add in potatoes with water.<br /> Let it bring to a boil over medium to high heat and add 1 tsp of salt cover again and let it cook till very tender for 20 to 30 minutes.<br /> <br /> Prepare your chives and butter.<br /> Once the potatoes are cooked and tender, drain and let it sit then place in a large mixing bowl.<br /> Now the fun part, mash the potatoes using a masher if you have it or a hand mixer till it is light and fluffy.<br /> <br /> Add in the garlic, butter, salt, black pepper and mix. Taste it and add more seasoning to suit your preference. Then add chives on top. Serve with your fave gravy!!<br /> <br /> Are you ready to embark on your health and fitness journey? I am ready to help you out! <a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com" target="_blank">Email</a> me now.

Vegan Mashed Potatoes

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Vegan Mashed Potatoes. Thick, fluffy, buttery, creamy, light and herbacious - need I say more? Ingredients: 6-8 medium yukon gold potatoes, organic 1.5 tsp sea salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 5-6 cloves roasted garlic 3-4 Tbsp vegan butter, melted/softened 1/4 cup fresh chives for topping Instructions: In a saucepan or pot, add in potat

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