Happy Friday followers! I created this recipe because I recently tried the “Energii Bites” at Freshii and fell in love. I had to re-create them! I think based on my taste investigation as to what they use to create their bites… I came up with a recipe that tastes almost identical. I added in someContinue reading “PB Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Energy Bites”
Category Archives: Appetizers & Snacks
Fudgey Chocolate Chip Protein Bites!
Lately I’ve been in need of a pick me up mid-afternoon. I think I’m probably not the only one who might get a mid-afternoon slump of energy on a busy day? I created this recipe to give you a burst of nutritious energy and protein to keep you satisfied during your busy day. Of course..Continue reading “Fudgey Chocolate Chip Protein Bites!”
Maple Pecan Granola
After my smoothie bowl post the other day, I wanted to provide you with the newest granola recipe I whipped up for a breakfast nutrition class at Sobeys the other day. Quick, easy, crunchy, chunky, and delicious! Maple Pecan Granola (~Serves 15 as a topping) Ingredients: 2 cup large flake oats (I used Bob’s RedContinue reading “Maple Pecan Granola”
Layered Nacho Dip (With a healthier twist!)
Don’t we all get the cravings for all the summer snack foods when this beautiful weather comes around? … Dreams of s’mores, homemade pizza pockets on the campfire, chips and dip? I think most of us can relate. Today I thought I would re-create the fabulous nacho dip my family used to make when we wereContinue reading “Layered Nacho Dip (With a healthier twist!)”
Coconut Chocolate Chunk Energy Bites
Ingredients (serves ~20 bites): 1 ½ cup Quick Cooking Oats ½ cup natural almond butter 3 ½ tbsp maple syrup 1 ½ tbsp coconut oil, melted 3 tsp hemp hearts ½ cup shredded unsweetened coconut ¼ cup dark chocolate chunks, chopped 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp ground sea salt Directions: In a large mixingContinue reading “Coconut Chocolate Chunk Energy Bites”
THE BEST Southwest Dressing (Wholesome Ingredients, Vegan, & Delicious!)
I tried out Vegenaise for the first time back in December…. and fell in love! It is an egg-free mayonnaise. You can opt to use regular mayo or ..I would recommend trying out Vegenaise for this recipe. You won’t regret it. I think it tastes better than the traditional egg mayo. No need to be veganContinue reading “THE BEST Southwest Dressing (Wholesome Ingredients, Vegan, & Delicious!)”
Chocolate Chunk Energy Bites… with a surprise ingredient!
Guess what these energy bites are made of?! Primarily CHICKPEAS! Who would have thought? Chickpeas are a low fat alternative to use in many recipes. Chickpeas are also a great plant-based source of protein, fibre, B vitamins, and iron. Tonight I am hosting a class on this Versatile Bean at our Sobeys Stratford. This isContinue reading “Chocolate Chunk Energy Bites… with a surprise ingredient!”
Cauliflower Pizza Crust
*This recipe is a low carbohydrate alternative to regular pizza dough. It can also be made gluten-free.* TIP: If you do not want to end up eating your pizza with a fork and knife, I recommend going light on the cheese or cooking both sides of the crust before doing your toppings. How? Cook the crustContinue reading “Cauliflower Pizza Crust”
Baked Spicy Sweet Potato Fries with a Vegan Southwest Style Dip
For this recipe I used the Japanese Sweet Potato (reddish skin with yellow inside). The Japanese sweet potato has slightly lower carbohydrate content than the yam (orange inside). Therefore, this makes the Japanese sweet potato a bit more diabetic friendly than its competitor…it also has a slow carbohydrate release time. Sweet potatoes are packed withContinue reading “Baked Spicy Sweet Potato Fries with a Vegan Southwest Style Dip”
Vegan Chocolate Chunk Cookies (Gluten-Free)
Got a cookie craving?? TRY THESE OUT. They are a huge hit fresh, warm, and gooey out of the oven. Also, delicious from cold storage in the fridge! I made these gluten-free. However, if you do not need to use gluten free oats/flour you can substitute for regular oats/oat flour/all purpose flour. BUT!!! Do NOTContinue reading “Vegan Chocolate Chunk Cookies (Gluten-Free)”
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