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Cashew Cookie Bites

Introducing Guilt-Free Cashew Cookie Bites: A Delicious, Quick, and Healthy Dessert Alternative

When it comes to a tasty treat that’s not only easy to make but also a healthier option for your sweet tooth, look no further than our Cashew Cookie Bites. With just five simple ingredients and a preparation time of mere minutes, these little delights have become a staple at my events, seamlessly replacing those less-than-healthy desserts.

Not only are they a scrumptious indulgence, but Cashew Cookie Bites are also gluten-free and dairy-free, making them an ideal choice for those with dietary restrictions. And did I mention they are guilt-free too? Instead of dwelling on diets and deprivation, let’s focus on what you can relish.

The moment you take that first bite of these delightful morsels or any other healthier treats, you might discover that your cravings for processed, sugar-laden foods begin to wane. It’s all about embracing the positive impact food can have on how you feel. Do your food choices leave you feeling light, energized, and invigorated? Or do they make you feel heavy, bloated, and lethargic? Your body is trying to communicate with you through these sensations.

If you find yourself in the latter category, it’s a sign that your digestive system might not be functioning optimally. In such cases, digestive health testing can be an invaluable tool to help you get back on track. Alternatively, you can start with something as simple as a digestive enzyme to see if it makes a difference. Remember, staying healthy doesn’t have to be a challenging endeavor.

So, why not start by whipping up a batch of Cashew Cookie Bites, savoring their deliciousness while making a conscious choice to put your well-being first? It’s a small step toward a healthier, happier you! Eating health doesn’t have to be hard or bland.

Ingredients for Cashew Cookie Bites
ingredients for cashew cookie bites

1 1/3 cup raw cashews

2/3 cup gluten-free, glyphosate-free One Degree organic oats

5 Tbsp. raw unfiltered honey, agave, or organic maple syrup

1 scoop or packet of Perfect Aminos Power Meal (or your favorite nonGMO plant-based protein powder)

1/3 cup dairy-free mini-chocolate chips (Enjoy Life brand is non-dairy)

Directions for Cashew Cookie Bites

First, blend cashew and oats in a food processor until flour-like consistency.

Next, stir in Perfect Amino Power Meal and honey or agave. Chocolate chips can be added to the food processor at the end or folded in at the end. Roll into bite-size balls. If it is too dry, add one tablespoon at a time of plant-based milk or water.

Store Cashew  Cookie Bites in the refrigerator in a sealed container. Enjoy and let me know what you think of them in the comments. Or more importantly, let me know if you were able to stop at eating just one! I’ve not been able to achieve that yet.

If you are a serious chocolate lover, you can replace the vanilla protein with chocolate. When it comes to animal protein powder, always use a clean nonGMO version.

Note: If you struggle to digest nuts which many people do, try soaking the cashews for a few hours in water or soaking them overnight. Rinse and pat dry before using in the recipe. This makes them much more digestible for those who struggle.

Strawberry Energy Bites

Strawberry Energy Bites Recipe

The hardest part for my clients is giving up sugar, sweets, and desserts. So I like to offer alternatives to dessert that contains cleaner ingredients. Most cakes, cookies, or any sweets contain either genetically engineered corn syrup or hydrogenated oils on top of high amounts of sugar. Strawberry energy bites are a wonderful healthy guilt-free treat you can feel good about putting in your body!

Incorporating fruit or other plants is always the best choice with desserts. Strawberries contain a broad array of nutritional benefits. Strawberries are packed with vitamins and minerals such as vitamins C and K, folate, potassium, manganese, and magnesium. They are low-calorie, fiber-rich, and abundant in antioxidants and polyphenols. According to the USDA, one cup of strawberries provides 3 g of fiber and 12 g of carbohydrates.

Strawberry Energy Bites

However, remember to follow the Clean Fifteen-Dirty Dozen as strawberries are typically number one on the Dirty Dozen. This means you would need to purchase organic. If you can’t find fresh organic, you can purchase frozen organic and allow them to thaw in advance.

 

Ingredients:

1 cup organic strawberries

1 cup gluten-free oats (One Degree Organic is glyphosate free)

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

1 serving vanilla plant-protein powder

2 Tbsp coconut oil

1/4 cup freeze-dried organic strawberries (optional)

 

Directions:

Place the first four ingredients in a food processor with 1 Tbsp of coconut oil.  Mix until it forms a ball. If it is too dry, add a second tablespoon of coconut oil.

Place the freeze-dried strawberries and crush into a fine powder

Using 1 heaping Tbsp of the mixture at a time, roll between your hands to form 1-inch balls. Roll the balls in the dried strawberries immediately before serving.

Store in the refrigerator for up to one week in an airtight container.

Note: if you need additional sweetness in your energy bites, add 1-2 Tablespoons of honey or pure maple syrup.

Let me know in the comments if you enjoyed the Strawberry Energy Bites and if you made any variations. I’m all about creativity, especially in food. And if you need help with making better eating choices, I’d love to help you. Schedule a free Wellness Strategy session with me today. It’s a 30-minute call that could change your life.

 

 

Cookie dough energy balls in dish

Cookie Dough Energy Bites

Cookie Dough Energy Bites

These cookie dough energy bites are addictive plus gluten-free, dairy-free, no added sugar, vegan and delicious! As always use organic ingredients. If you don’t have a plant-based protein powder, I’d be happy to share mine as it contains clean ingredients and it’s high fiber full of 20+ organically grown plants. Check it out here and save $10 off your first order of clean plant-protein.  

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 c coconut oil, melted
  • 4 scoops or 2 servings of vanilla plant-based protein powder
  • 1-2 Tablespoons plant-based milk (like almond, coconut, soy, etc) or enough to make a batter-like consistency
  • 1/4 c dairy-free mini chocolate chips like Enjoy Life brand

Mix the first three ingredients together and when thoroughly blended, add the chocolate chips. Roll into bite-sized balls and store them in the refrigerator. Good luck in making them last. You may need to double the ingredients next time! Stay healthy.

**Another variation I’ve made is to use the chocolate protein powder and substitute one scoop of protein powder with one scoop of organic peanut butter powder.  

 

chocolate cherry shake in a glass up

German Chocolate Cherry Shake

Who doesn’t love cake? I LOVE german chocolate cake?! It’s rich, satisfies my sweet tooth, and it’s healthy- I mean, it even has fruit in the title, right? I can’t always sit down and eat a cake, oh, umm.. I mean, one slice of cake. But, I can make a shake anytime I want and it’s just as good (and it’s less work)! This German Chocolate Cherry Shake is filling and so deliciously rich. If you need extra fiber, you can add a scoop of my favorite chocolate fiber mix.

 

German Chocolate Cherry Cake Shake

Ingredients

1 scoop (1/3 c) plant-based protein powder

1/2 cup organic black cherries (fresh or frozen)

1/2 cup almond or other plant-based milk

2 teaspoons almond butter

1/4 cup water

2 teaspoons unsweetened raw cacao powder or carob powder

Blend ingredients for 30-40 seconds in a high-speed blender or Vitamix.

Optional: For additional sweetness use organic Stevia or another natural sweetener. Add organic dark chocolate (over 70% cocoa) shavings on top with fresh sweet cherries. 

 

We would love to know what is your favorite shake style. Do you like desserts in shake form or do you prefer fruits and veggies? I like them all! Give me all the shakes! If you like shakes too or want to start adding them to your daily routine, check out this post LOADED with smoothie/shake recipes!

BONUS: Here is a $10 off coupon to thank you for stopping by. Let me know how much you love the recipe!

 

Gut health specialist chocolate peppermint energy bites

Chocolate Peppermint Energy Bites Recipe

Chocolate Peppermint Energy Bites will help you stay energized and fully enjoy all the holiday cheer minus the sugar and chemicals.  It’s my natural version of a peppermint patty. You can make the balls or bites as big or small as you like. I like to make them small so I can pop them in my mouth or eat them on the go. As always, use organic ingredients when possible. As you may have heard me say, we aren’t necessarily overweight, we are over-toxic. If you want to find out which foods are contributing to toxicity in your body, check this out.

 I’ve even found organic candy canes at my local Earthfare store.  I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as our family does. Let me know in the comments.

Ingredients:

1 cup of raw almonds

2/3 cup pitted dates (approximately 12)

4 Tablespoons chocolate protein powder

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract

2 Tablespoons coconut oil

1/4 cup crushed peppermint candy canes

Instructions:
  1. Place candy canes in a food processor, pour into a bowl, and set aside.
  2. Put almonds in a food processor and chop lightly.
  3. Add the dates and blend well.
  4. Add the chocolate powder, half of the crushed candy canes, and vanilla extract. peppermint extract, and coconut oil. Blend all together until starting to combine. Add a few of drops of water if needed, one at a time if necessary, to help it blend easier.
  5. Take a heaping teaspoon of the mixture in your hand and roll it into a bite-sized ball. The coconut oil will soften and it will be a bit messy. The warmth of your hand will allow the coconut oil to help bind the bite together. You will end up pushing it more together than actually rolling it.
  6. While it is still warm press and roll in the crushed peppermint candies to lightly coat.
  7. Allow the finished bites to set in the fridge for 30 minutes to re-solidify the coconut oil.

Serve and enjoy with family and friends. Store in the refrigerator. Makes approximately 24.

chocolate almond butter rice crispy treats

Nutty Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats

Nutty Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats are a family favorite and super easy to make. These delicious treats are the healthy version of rice crispy treats. The bonus is they also contain chocolate!

They are a healthy source of protein to kick those sugar cravings or to boost your energy.  I use chocolate in mine but if you are not a chocolate fan, you can use vanilla protein powder. I promise not to judge you and think there is something wrong with you for not wanting chocolate.  I will caution you as they are addicting! The first time I made them, I ate way too many and had a bit of a belly ache!

Nutty Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats are a great way to incorporate extra protein and kick the sugar or chocolate cravings at the same time.

Regarding nut butters, always buy organic. Next review the ingredients. The ingredients should be the nut source and salt. Nothing else. Seed oils are not necessary, add extra calories and most concerning, create inflammation in the body.

Ingredients

1/3 c of raw honey or pure maple syrup

2/3 c of organic almond butter (you can substitute sunflower seed or cashew butter)

1 c of Modere Pure Chocolate Protein

3 c of organic brown rice cereal (gluten-free)

Directions

Mix the first 3 ingredients well.  Once thoroughly mixed, combine cereal.  Press with wax paper into pan, refrigerate for about one hour. After one hour, cut into 2 inch squares, and enjoy!! Be sure to store in the refrigerator. If you prefer a ball form, you can roll them into quarter size balls too.

Mocha Mousse Recipe

This is an amazing Mocha Mousse recipe made with tofu. I tricked my hubby one night and served this after he told me he’d “never eat tofu”. Because it tastes like the most delicious chocolate mousse ever, he loved it– but he WAS quite surprised to find out he just ate tofu! Note with tofu or any soy-based ingredient, use organic non-GMO sources.

The beauty of this dessert is that you can eat it for breakfast or anytime you crave something chocolate. It’s loaded with protein and only uses a natural source of sweetener from dates.

Despite what you may have heard, soy is a healthy food. Its safety and health value depend on how it was produced and processed. Like most other plant foods, the healthiest soy foods are the least processed. Young soybeans, also called edamame, can be steamed and eaten right from their pods. This is one of my favorite snacks. Soybeans are also used to make other foods such as soy milk, tofu, tempeh, and miso, as well as soy meats and cheeses.

Eating whole soy foods may reduce the risk of breast cancer and several other types of cancer, fibroids, and even inflammation. Soy is helpful for bone health, heart health, and menopausal symptoms.

Ingredients:

  • 1 12.3-ounce package of organic firm silken tofu
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa or carob powder. You can also use a chocolate protein powder.
  • 1 tablespoon grain-based coffee substitute granules (optional) or instant decaf coffee such as Mount Hagen organic fairtrade coffee
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped dates, or 1/3 cup date sugar*

Directions:

Mix tofu, cocoa or carob powder, coffee substitute, if using, and vanilla in a blender or food processor.

Next, add dates or date sugar to the blender and blend thoroughly.

Chill, eat and enjoy.

The recipe makes 5 servings.

*Date sugar is simply made from finely grounded dehydrated dates.

If you don’t have chocolate protein, you can use vanilla also. Although, I can’t guarantee it would be as delicious. Here is my favorite plant-based vanilla protein.

 

Nutrition Information

Per 1/3-cup serving: calories: 97 | fat: 2.3 g | saturated fat: 0.5 g | calories from fat: 20.9% | cholesterol: 0 mg | protein: 5.7 g | carbohydrate: 15.4 g | sugar: 10.5 g | fiber: 2.4 g | sodium: 27 mg | calcium: 32 mg | iron: 1.3 mg | vitamin C: 0.1 mg | beta-carotene: 1 mcg | vitamin E: 0.2 mg

Recipe from Delisa Renideo, Food for Life Instructor for the Cancer Project

Let me know how much you enjoyed it or any substitutions you made that worked. Especially let me know if you tricked your spouse or kiddos into eating tofu!