BAKED APPLES WITH WALNUTS AND CIDER

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg75wOQKeQp06gyNr9cCrYH7D2aQE_pEAXi3R8BwDyP6hXLJcYhhnCuXnNuUSOCQNYyQmq6utvRIWc09z2-WQ0V9D91jSDmVjYcb3lZfjfcGJ19mKun-xWqSC7JSzg7_bNSfEjbNe2-gNqh/s1600/Untitled+%25283%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg75wOQKeQp06gyNr9cCrYH7D2aQE_pEAXi3R8BwDyP6hXLJcYhhnCuXnNuUSOCQNYyQmq6utvRIWc09z2-WQ0V9D91jSDmVjYcb3lZfjfcGJ19mKun-xWqSC7JSzg7_bNSfEjbNe2-gNqh/s320/Untitled+%25283%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> This recipe will only take you 5 minutes to prepare! Perfect for the weekend if you want to chill and relax.<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> 2 tbsp of chopped walnuts<br /> 1 tbsp salted butter<br /> 2 apples<br /> 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon<br /> 1 tbsp brown sugar<br /> 1/3 cup hard apple cider<br /> <br /> Instructions:<br /> <br /> 1. Prepare the oven and preheat at 375 F<br /> 2. Core the apples and add them in the baking dish.<br /> 3. Pour the apple cider over the apples and sprinkle with the sugar and cinnamon on top.<br /> 4. Add in the walnuts at the center and top with some butter.<br /> 5. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes.<br /> 6. Serve in bowls and enjoy!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br />

BAKED APPLES WITH WALNUTS AND CIDER

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This recipe will only take you 5 minutes to prepare! Perfect for the weekend if you want to chill and relax. Ingredients: 2 tbsp of chopped walnuts 1 tbsp salted butter 2 apples 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tbsp brown sugar 1/3 cup hard apple cider Instructions: 1. Prepare the oven and preheat at 375 F 2. Core the apples and add them in the

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Clean Eating Vegan Strawberry Mousse

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfc0P2vAjxZ9uyWaif_-x5x589ejd1m1SHI4d-v4f_8FCRubS1c8ACN90zd0tGrb8PYbezTjk-lnQgEmB6y4iLW7Ji4vJuspU5LeThLg4O3A194-BQlMDghvSSREQkrZa9sM1HBOr_NXBU/s1600/7b0dfbd268f0eb19b6fdaae5c10a697a--food-network-recipes-desert-recipes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfc0P2vAjxZ9uyWaif_-x5x589ejd1m1SHI4d-v4f_8FCRubS1c8ACN90zd0tGrb8PYbezTjk-lnQgEmB6y4iLW7Ji4vJuspU5LeThLg4O3A194-BQlMDghvSSREQkrZa9sM1HBOr_NXBU/s1600/7b0dfbd268f0eb19b6fdaae5c10a697a--food-network-recipes-desert-recipes.jpg" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> 1 can organic coconut milk<br /> 3 tablespoons freeze dried strawberries<br /> 2 tablespoons sweetener of choice<br /> <br /> Method:<br /> <br /> Prepare the organic coconut milk 2 days ahead by adding it in the refrigerator.<br /> Once it has been refrigerated, the fat part of the coconut milk hardens and separates from the water.<br /> Scoop the hard part. Then add it into a mixer together with the strawberries and sweetener of choice like stevia.<br /> Mix it on high till it turns into a fluffy mousse. Mix till you see stiff peaks forming.<br /> Scoop into favorite container.  Serve immediately with your favorite toppings!<br /> <br /> <br />

Clean Eating Vegan Strawberry Mousse

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Ingredients: 1 can organic coconut milk 3 tablespoons freeze dried strawberries 2 tablespoons sweetener of choice Method: Prepare the organic coconut milk 2 days ahead by adding it in the refrigerator. Once it has been refrigerated, the fat part of the coconut milk hardens and separates from the water. Scoop the hard part. Then add it in

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Clean Eating Nut Butter Skillet Cookie

<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisEFn8n_UN2Xydua3ywgSCvoTUbY3J3UVwuDl-d0y5keB_ADzJUoLHoc18aHVbiArxUjgYh8OogvLdhpYEg_Raz7gCyh0Ogqs5qjJa4xhmOgEMwv4z4GydesH4ftcT0wupdIw_Hp9lXQla/s1600/maxresdefault.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisEFn8n_UN2Xydua3ywgSCvoTUbY3J3UVwuDl-d0y5keB_ADzJUoLHoc18aHVbiArxUjgYh8OogvLdhpYEg_Raz7gCyh0Ogqs5qjJa4xhmOgEMwv4z4GydesH4ftcT0wupdIw_Hp9lXQla/s1600/maxresdefault.jpg" /></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;">Ingredients:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 (15 ounce can) low sodium canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3/4 cup Rolled Oats (gluten free)</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2/3 cup almond butter</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/2 cup pure maple syrup or agave nectar</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 tablespoon vanilla extract</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 tsp baking powder</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/2 tsp sea salt</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/2 cup almond milk</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (or semi sweet if you prefer)</span><br /> <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;">Procedure:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Make sure over is preheated at 350 F.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Get your ovenproof skillet and grease it properly.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In a food processor, add in the chickpeas, oats, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, baking powder, milk and salt.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Mix it well until the texture is smooth. Make sure you scrape the sides.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Blend again for a few minutes till you get the desired consistency.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It will be very gooey! Add in your chocolate chips.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Place the batter into the skillet and sprinkle more choco chips (fun part!)</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Bake it for 25-30 minutes or test it with a toothpick. The toothpick should come out clean or with very few crumbs on it.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Make sure to not overbake it!</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Slice and enjoy. Yum!</span><br /> <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;">Are you ready to start your health and fitness journey? Feel free to <a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com" target="_blank">email </a>me!</span>

Clean Eating Nut Butter Skillet Cookie

12:00 PM

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Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce can) low sodium canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained 3/4 cup Rolled Oats (gluten free) 2/3 cup almond butter 1/2 cup pure maple syrup or agave nectar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp sea salt 1/2 cup almond milk 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (or semi sweet if yo

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CHOCOLATE CASHEW CREAM CUPCAKES

<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihygOP20H93zWpuGMsbyLLHG_pg-zIjUfwk-F33l2ECeceAcpvDV3pjXu-frUgygfjoc_3cZWYQfB1MzZN6Q50j4uSMwa23O9ZNETFNgPuF3Vtft1hMQELjoWxR7CtdI25SqTG_ocvsyig/s1600/cashewcupcake10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihygOP20H93zWpuGMsbyLLHG_pg-zIjUfwk-F33l2ECeceAcpvDV3pjXu-frUgygfjoc_3cZWYQfB1MzZN6Q50j4uSMwa23O9ZNETFNgPuF3Vtft1hMQELjoWxR7CtdI25SqTG_ocvsyig/s1600/cashewcupcake10.jpg" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> I found this recipe that has no eggs, no dairy, and no flour. It is not your typical cupcake but the taste is super rich and tasty!! This is sure worth giving a try this weekend!<br /> <br /> <br /> <b>Chocolate Base:</b><br /> 1 cup Raw Cacao Powder<br /> 1 cup melted Raw Cacao Butter<br /> 1/3 cup preferred Liquid Sweetener (I used raw agave nectar)<br /> 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Powder<br /> <br /> <b>Cashew Cream:</b><br /> 1 cup Raw Cashews, soaked for 4 hours<br /> ½ cup Coconut Oil<br /> ½ cup Filtered Water<br /> 1/4 cup coconut nectar or agave<br /> 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Powder<br /> Dash of Himalayan salt<br /> <br /> <b>Chocolate Base:</b><br /> Melt the raw cacao butter double boiler method.<br /> Combine cacao powder, sweetener and vanilla bean powder in a bowl.<br /> Add the melted cacao butter and whisk until smooth.<br /> Pour chocolate mixture into a funnel or measuring cup and pour into a silicone cupcake mold about 1/2 full.<br /> Place mold into the freezer for 1/2 hour to set.<br /> <br /> <b>Cashew Cream:</b><br /> Rinse cashews well, and combine all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth.<br /> Remove silicone mold from the freezer and pour the cashew cream on top of the set chocolate filling each one full.<br /> Place mold back in freezer overnight or for 4 hours.<br /> Remove from freezer 1/2 hour before serving.<br /> <br /> Source: <a href="http://www.rawrevive.com/chocolate-cashew-cream-cupcakes/" target="_blank">rawrevive</a><br /> <br /> Have you given the recipe a try? If you did, share the experience with me!<br /> Are you ready to embark on your fitness journey and be summer ready? Send me an <a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com" target="_blank">email</a> and let's connect!<br /> <br /> <br />

CHOCOLATE CASHEW CREAM CUPCAKES

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I found this recipe that has no eggs, no dairy, and no flour. It is not your typical cupcake but the taste is super rich and tasty!! This is sure worth giving a try this weekend! Chocolate Base: 1 cup Raw Cacao Powder 1 cup melted Raw Cacao Butter 1/3 cup preferred Liquid Sweetener (I used raw agave nectar) 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Powd

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Almond and Pecan Butter Truffles

<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA9govS6dxTUm6ksQuQY8pciHf2vnb-KLbD1U6_7BXKLwB1csArmaxOlyelp-IyB1DFc5Z-XlsnNB_krqZUNQJa9G48r_PpLnj4-uMrrMubZb55No_fCbW2N0aJ8dJx_qvwer7AENVA3Lt/s1600/chocolate-truffle-simple.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA9govS6dxTUm6ksQuQY8pciHf2vnb-KLbD1U6_7BXKLwB1csArmaxOlyelp-IyB1DFc5Z-XlsnNB_krqZUNQJa9G48r_PpLnj4-uMrrMubZb55No_fCbW2N0aJ8dJx_qvwer7AENVA3Lt/s1600/chocolate-truffle-simple.jpg" /></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;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Ingredients</b>:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">50G Gluten Free Biscuit (crumbs)</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 cup ninja nut butter</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 tbsp cacao powder</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 tbsp desiccated coconut</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 tbsp maple syrup</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">sea salt to taste</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Coating</b>:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 tbsp desiccated coconut</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">or 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips </span><br /> <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;"><b>Method</b>:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Mix all ingredients for the truffles in a large bowl.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Add the agave syrup and sea salt to taste.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Mix it well. Make sure the mixture is firm enough to shape.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Take a spoon and scoop around 1 inch balls and shape it with your hands.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Now choose which coating you prefer the coconut or the chocolate chips.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you like the coconut just rolls the balls in the desiccated coconut and chill it till it is firm.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you are using the chocolate, melt it first in the microwave or over a saucepan on top of simmering water. </span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Coat the balls with the melted chocolate and place in parchment paper to make it set. Place in the fridge... or serve and enjoy. </span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Or you may also place in a jar and give as a gift this Christmas!</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you ready for a new you this 2017? Start your health and fitness journey with me. <a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com" target="_blank">Email </a>me! </span><br /> <br />

Almond and Pecan Butter Truffles

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Ingredients: 50G Gluten Free Biscuit (crumbs) 1/2 cup ninja nut butter 1 tbsp cacao powder 1 tbsp desiccated coconut 1/2 tbsp maple syrup sea salt to taste Coating: 2 tbsp desiccated coconut or 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips  Method: Mix all ingredients for the truffles in a large bowl. Add the agave syrup and sea salt to taste. Mix it wel

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