Bullet proof Hot Chocolate

Fall is here in PA, Winding and chilly at times but, beautiful watching the leaves change colors. I was having a craving for something warm and chocolately. I have been avoiding dairy and avoid artificial flavors like the plague. I have loved the effects of drinking my bullet proof coffee every morning and gave this a go last weekend.  DELICIOUS!!!<br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQoKFkAiDept47M9TfdxxJXi3OWRsciTPL-4HnXvB4VSYjvZ7IKcOmtEj1kiTRyBZvXx3_bPDar-F37nzbrkIu03nPZ2EDfRScA74qC9kAuzrX8wO3cJBghz2pDT4IiBLAkLjEn3DQaB4z/s1600/hot+cacao.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQoKFkAiDept47M9TfdxxJXi3OWRsciTPL-4HnXvB4VSYjvZ7IKcOmtEj1kiTRyBZvXx3_bPDar-F37nzbrkIu03nPZ2EDfRScA74qC9kAuzrX8wO3cJBghz2pDT4IiBLAkLjEn3DQaB4z/s1600/hot+cacao.jpg" width="480" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> 1/2 cup filtered water<br /> 1/2 cup full fat coconut milk<br /> 2 tbsp pastured butter<br /> 2 tbsp raw cacao powder<br /> 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract<br /> dash cinnamon<br /> <br /> <br /> Instructions:<br /> 1. Bring water and coconut to a boil in a small saucepan.<br /> 2. Mix together with the remaining ingredients in a small mixing bowl.<br /> 3. Blend with emersion blender or hand mixer until frothy<br /> 4. Transfer to your favorite mug and ENJOY!<br /> <br /> <br />

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Bullet proof Hot Chocolate

Fall is here in PA, Winding and chilly at times but, beautiful watching the leaves change colors. I was having a craving for something warm ...

Bikini Competition update: intolerance to oatmeal and sweet potato scramble

Ahhhh the countdown has begun.... I am now 3 weeks and 2 days till my first bikini competition. My original plan was to do the Pittsburgh pro on May 3rd but, i was not leaning out as quickly as I had hoped.<br /> <br /> I have been very diligent with my morning and evening cardio and daily split workout routine but, for some reason i was still very bloated.... My diet is very clean and I currently am only eating a few foods. After looking closer at my diet I decided to remove my favorite breakfast item... oatmeal. I did not know if it would make a difference and not something that I really wanted to do but, I just felt off! I was lethargic, bloated, and I knew that there had to be something that was contributing to my belly bloat.<br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0J-L5rNB84BKLoUx0OxV4PZjHDbfbqfmUt_SFbtsFI6pDVxelKn1R3aQ7AxmXYKXleT0y4cAFiGvBoucbPNnVuQisktM3gmzJIk4EEXtXqhdpTvFB3MZGjFk-27prrbBR2ZSI7N2B7c0O/s1600/alyssa+3+weeks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0J-L5rNB84BKLoUx0OxV4PZjHDbfbqfmUt_SFbtsFI6pDVxelKn1R3aQ7AxmXYKXleT0y4cAFiGvBoucbPNnVuQisktM3gmzJIk4EEXtXqhdpTvFB3MZGjFk-27prrbBR2ZSI7N2B7c0O/s1600/alyssa+3+weeks.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> I love my morning oatmeal so, it was a sad sad day for me when I realized that oatmeal was the culprit to bloating. I have now been without my beloved morning oats for 7 days and I feel great!<br /> I have always had this little intuition that I might be gluten sensitive but, I never have eaten so clean in my life so could never fully pinpoint that would be the issue. Thankfully, they make gluten free oatmeal so I will be giving that I try when my competition comes to the end.<br /> <br /> In the meanwhile, I had to find a way to replace my morning oats with another complex carbohydrate. So, Sweet potatoes it is.....<br /> <br /> I created this morning masterpiece that is soooo delicious. It is one of those things that you have to try before you knock it!<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicusobYHpJmD9165-kh2XzVMhxQdXtiR7yIi_H-i0uRcmI1CdFgD7LJ5qBdbgpwP22KRXGXbRZ8vR2NB9Rcj_ZdMHEiL7KXaJdRXrHdYo2Bswt3Pje1jXfT9iEeVTdBZV0aZWahgfg32aj/s1600/sweet+potato.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicusobYHpJmD9165-kh2XzVMhxQdXtiR7yIi_H-i0uRcmI1CdFgD7LJ5qBdbgpwP22KRXGXbRZ8vR2NB9Rcj_ZdMHEiL7KXaJdRXrHdYo2Bswt3Pje1jXfT9iEeVTdBZV0aZWahgfg32aj/s1600/sweet+potato.jpg" width="300" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> SWEET POTATO SCRAMBLE<br /> <br /> 4 ounces of cooked sweet potato<br /> 4 large egg whites<br /> cinnamon<br /> <br /> <br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.200000762939453px;">Bake or microwave your sweet potato first til cooked. Then remove the skin. Mash sweet potato and place in pan on the stove. Add in egg whites, and cinnamon. Cook on medium heat til eggs are cooked throughly. </span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.200000762939453px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.200000762939453px;">Enjoy!</span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.200000762939453px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.200000762939453px;">I am in love with this breakfast and look forward to eating it every morning!</span></span>

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Bikini Competition update: intolerance to oatmeal and sweet potato scramble

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pumpkin no bake energy bites

I found this recipe while surfing some new clean eating sites and it just might be one of the most amazing things I have ever tasted!  I love fall, pumpkin, and oatmeal and these little bites are just the ticket to a clean healthy snack!!!  I'm in heaven!  Now, to not eat them all in one sitting!<br /> <div class="h-4 strong" id="zlrecipe-ingredients">  </div> <div class="h-4 strong">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4g-Gy9cROERAUoW2gD8X-kxl-tWsXwbBRSmYUwY_1MkazNklv_45UTjUE3p57I8mFzirRcMQEeegLFfyNH2FC2_wSKQycBu7q3mhUB8xAzXZZpsQ90r35nW6JkhjjF2FA2jLaCWFAhAbb/s1600/pumpkinnobake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4g-Gy9cROERAUoW2gD8X-kxl-tWsXwbBRSmYUwY_1MkazNklv_45UTjUE3p57I8mFzirRcMQEeegLFfyNH2FC2_wSKQycBu7q3mhUB8xAzXZZpsQ90r35nW6JkhjjF2FA2jLaCWFAhAbb/s320/pumpkinnobake.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <div class="h-4 strong">  </div> <div class="h-4 strong" id="zlrecipe-ingredients"> <b>Ingredients</b></div> <ul id="zlrecipe-ingredients-list"> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0" itemprop="ingredients">8 oz. (about 1 packed cup) chopped dates </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup honey </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-2" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup pumpkin puree </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-3" itemprop="ingredients">1 Tbsp. chia seeds or flax seeds </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-4" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp. ground cinnamon </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-5" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 tsp. ground ginger </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-6" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-7" itemprop="ingredients">pinch of salt </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-8" itemprop="ingredients">1 cup old-fashioned oats (dry, not cooked) </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-9" itemprop="ingredients">1 cup toasted coconut flakes </li> <li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-10" itemprop="ingredients">1 cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)</li> </ul> <div class="h-4 strong" id="zlrecipe-instructions"> <b>Method</b></div> <span class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list"></span><div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-0" itemprop="recipeInstructions"> <span class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list">Combine the dates, honey, pumpkin puree, chia (or flax) seeds, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt in a food processor, and pulse until smooth and combined. </span></div> <span class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list"> <div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-1" itemprop="recipeInstructions"> Transfer the mixture to a large bowl, and stir in the oats, coconut flakes and pepitas until evenly combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. </div> <div class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-2" itemprop="recipeInstructions"> Once the mixture is cool (and easier to work with), use a spoon or cookie scoop to shape it into your desired size of energy balls. (Mine were about 1-inch in diameter.) Alternately, you can line a small baking pan with parchment paper, and press the mixture evenly into the pan, let it cool, and then cut into bars. </div> Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. (Storing them in the refrigerator especially helps the energy bites hold their shape.)<strong> </strong></span><br />

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pumpkin no bake energy bites

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Clean Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> The Pumpkin Spice Latte is a quintessential flavor of Fall. But if you, like me, don't want the extra calories or sugar filled syrups added to your coffees you will love this alternative. PLUS dishing out $4.25 every time you want your favorite coffee house beverage can become quite costly.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div>       Part of the reason I love Fall so much is because of the flavors. Hot, spicy drinks. Pumpkin, squashes, and other roasted Fall veggies. Cinnamon and nutmeg and ginger! Wonderful. And, not to mention the beautiful Fall colors, crisp breezes,  hayrides, pumpkin patches!!! Oh the list could go on and on! Enjoy this beautiful day!<br> <br> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq9kvBFB2zOnwBY-zTOvgpDtXZhfo6WsOfnbIUL8SifMASSY5ZZWqH3k65PtYa31OS-ToGzynWbAnyqX0dRhyk6sbOS1O5fAt9B3rK6HFQE0b1Gyzs_tOihf3zZA_8GmT_-4c5h3yeWGvL/s1600/creamer2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq9kvBFB2zOnwBY-zTOvgpDtXZhfo6WsOfnbIUL8SifMASSY5ZZWqH3k65PtYa31OS-ToGzynWbAnyqX0dRhyk6sbOS1O5fAt9B3rK6HFQE0b1Gyzs_tOihf3zZA_8GmT_-4c5h3yeWGvL/s640/creamer2.jpg" width="372"></a></div> <em></em><br> <em></em><br> <em>Makes about 2 cups of creamer</em><br> 2 cups Almond Milk<br> 2 tbsp mashed pumpkin (canned is fine, but make sure it’s just pumpkin and not pumpkin pie)<br> 2 tbsp maple syrup<br> 1 tsp cinnamon<br> ¼ - ½ tsp nutmeg<br> ¼ - ½ tsp ground cloves<br> ¼ - ½ tsp ground ginger<br> ½ tsp vanilla extract<br> <br> <strong>Direction</strong><strong>s</strong><br> 1. Whisk all the ingredients, except vanilla if you’re planning to add some, together in a sauce pan over medium-high heat.<br> 2. Heat until steaming, but not boiling.<br> 3. Whisk in vanilla.<br> 4. Pour into a jar for storage.<br> <br> It's that easy!  Shake before using, as the spices may settle.

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Clean Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer

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Three minute pumpkin mug (protein) cake

I have to share with you my new treat-secret! A treat so yummy and so healthy that you could have it everyday if you wanted to! Did I mention that it’s made in THREE minutes?<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW2fAjnl0y0FAujaS726PyQyTRanzurmWQ2lWYxYLQDgqoG4-4uNZuexn4t-I0SiOt84PlLT4cQOoziHw58KR-QghrZVXBbbFCyQ97U1EwtHEFwtZObkG1NakrB5OHI0B0F8Va4qJfYVnv/s1600/pumpkinproteinmugcake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW2fAjnl0y0FAujaS726PyQyTRanzurmWQ2lWYxYLQDgqoG4-4uNZuexn4t-I0SiOt84PlLT4cQOoziHw58KR-QghrZVXBbbFCyQ97U1EwtHEFwtZObkG1NakrB5OHI0B0F8Va4qJfYVnv/s320/pumpkinproteinmugcake.jpg" width="296" /></a></div><br /> <br /> <br /> I don’t know about you, but there have been plenty of times when I get hungry and I devour anything that is readily available, it doesn’t matter what it is. This happens to me frequently, specially when I skip a meal and don’t stick to my “eat-every-2-to-3-hours” rule. I love fall... pumpkins and honey crisp apples! Yummmy! So this mug cake creation incorporates pumpkin now that we are starting to embark on that time of year! <br /> <br /> Pumpkin has amazing health benefits as well! Pumpkin is low in fat and calories and rich in disease-fighting nutrients such as:<br /> Alpha-carotene, Beta-carotene, Fiber, Vitamins C and E, Potassium, and Magnesium. Pumpkin is an excellent source of fiber; one-half cup serving contains 5 grams of fiber. Fiber helps reduce bad cholesterol levels, protect the body against heart disease, control blood sugar levels, promote healthy digestion, and plays a role in weight loss. <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <ul class="check"><li>       1 egg white (actual egg, not from the carton)</li> <li>       1 scoop vanilla whey protein</li> <li>       1/4 cup organic raw pumpkin</li> <li>       1/8 cup unsweetened almond milk</li> <li>       ¼ teaspoon baking powder</li> <li>       ¼ teaspoon cinnamon</li> <li>       1 tablespoon Natural Peanut Butter</li> </ul><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGZEI_EmUaK0BpeWCiD7gjcAlvJX771bwmdS8Vh9r24pfDT2aBzlR4ke7lJY1zHLwEE3hosG0kpwzaaxfgmN63Bi-qWlWKVEt-ImZ1CTUmgAFFh6uurM5S2Afi0XtMUUYsySltDjkLg2HE/s320/iphone820+053.JPG" width="320" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div>Steps:<br /> <ol><ol><li>Place all dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, using your whisker, mix them together (whey protein powder, baking powder and cinnamon).</li> <li>Place all wet ingredients in a mixing bowl, using your spatula, mix them together (raw pumpkin and eggs).</li> <li>Combine wet and dry ingredients.</li> <li>Place mixture in your 16oz coffee cup.</li> <li>Place in the microwave and heat up for 3 minutes.</li> <li>Take out your small cake from your coffee cup and place on your small plate.</li> <li>Cut your cake in half, add Natural Peanut Butter between the layers and assemble the layers back on top of each other (see pictures below). Voila! Now, you’ve got yourself a fun layered 3 minute protein cake!</li> </ol></ol>* Makes 1 serving<br /> * Nutritional Information (per serving): 272 calories; 10.8g fat; 10.7g carbohydrates; 35.5g protein.<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggGCOl22BeXjbc3Lkx2XMg22QjOewI-hYNhsPcSt8OkjWN3NETTb7seP6bJK9C5pPZj3T58l1dWuNc2BqVMNVaQc436XjWFIU8p4NZChO4etpXF6e6OKH_8N-tpEpbHpeRcmeEz_1OorL2/s1600/iphone820+054.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMckb-3QODAxE8ht4uIciK2ubCNMPP5dH8DRIGwlIkjhalyya1n7oop5mJVCHeGWGIjONRK_tD5cB2-A239exBgjmYn3Ci5QEjCY3hbZOrI6SOQ8YseMF3yb47hLOieb7SswvbDBaY_ZSE/s1600/pumpkin1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMckb-3QODAxE8ht4uIciK2ubCNMPP5dH8DRIGwlIkjhalyya1n7oop5mJVCHeGWGIjONRK_tD5cB2-A239exBgjmYn3Ci5QEjCY3hbZOrI6SOQ8YseMF3yb47hLOieb7SswvbDBaY_ZSE/s320/pumpkin1.jpg" width="309" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7W0QhvWIeKePIeaf1ugI_z-IeTXRcSrj9hcKXmPnjDkhS-IUy0e29eppB2syCLRuadMFsV76Kec1D2EVtoF_N9L8jfejoaDAJakWoc2ETqUGwD20nCPhIZ9RlFD9boCnHEg-AhOREz6eU/s1600/iphone820+064.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="float: right; margin: 4px;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/green_tea/pin.jpg" /></a></div>

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Three minute pumpkin mug (protein) cake

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Protein Nutella

<br /> It baffles me that companies can advertise their chocolate hazelnut spread as a healthy breakfast option for children. High in bad fats and sugars, there’s really nothing nutritional about them. However, that doesn’t mean I don’t want my occasional slice of rye slathered in it. I’m only human. The solution? My clean take on the good stuff, enriched with additional protein and omega-3s.<br /> <br /> Spoons at the ready…<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhELYIMmq2YsO8AxQBkn80lRoXmbj0waNUK5PMyREG0WUtMAX-4wOH4YEGGbI0zopu-HOLwuOT0_zzN99YJnZWaERw0QUythFa4q1pWqadzpSDrCJrsCFnHbWuUXnHMmd2YDzHjCGuo9PlM/s1600/proteinnutella.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhELYIMmq2YsO8AxQBkn80lRoXmbj0waNUK5PMyREG0WUtMAX-4wOH4YEGGbI0zopu-HOLwuOT0_zzN99YJnZWaERw0QUythFa4q1pWqadzpSDrCJrsCFnHbWuUXnHMmd2YDzHjCGuo9PlM/s320/proteinnutella.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 1 small ripe banana<br /> 25 raw hazelnuts<br /> 2 tablespoons natural nut butter (I used peanut)<br /> 2 small avocados<br /> 3 tbsp unsweetened organic cocoa<br /> 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (optional)<br /> 2 teaspoons cinnamon<br /> 2 teaspoons natural vanilla extract<br /> 2 tbsp agave or 5 drops liquid stevia<br /> Splash of water or your favorite milk<br /> Pinch sea salt to taste<br /> <br /> Method:<br /> Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend, blend, blend until smooth.<br /> <br /> Add extra water or milk until the spread reaches your desired consistency. Store in a glass jar in the fridge for up to two weeks and spread on ezekial bread.<br /> <br /> Tips:<br /> Substitute half the cocoa for Maca Powder for a caramel hit.<br /> Delicious swirled into hot oatmeal for a filing breakfast.<br /> Slather on apples for a great post-workout snack.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> 

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Protein Nutella

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Carrot Cake Oatmeal

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR9ZxeMrtZNzVmN3oS8pdh1qL9mB2P-tCPOuUyNb8BXcFda64OvaEmrVtyzZUI5uQoUDVWAd4YFOLXcc1U0bkJZP6MiB3mhhoYwBL1_aTuRlqeErw-B2HhvgVdfe1dWc76pYtbciBycrFx/s1600/carrotcakeoatmeal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="440" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR9ZxeMrtZNzVmN3oS8pdh1qL9mB2P-tCPOuUyNb8BXcFda64OvaEmrVtyzZUI5uQoUDVWAd4YFOLXcc1U0bkJZP6MiB3mhhoYwBL1_aTuRlqeErw-B2HhvgVdfe1dWc76pYtbciBycrFx/s640/carrotcakeoatmeal.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><strong><span style="color: black;"></span></strong><br /> <strong><span style="color: black;"></span></strong><br /> <strong><span style="color: black;">Carrot Cake Oatmeal</span></strong> <br /> <strong>Yield</strong><em>: 2 servings</em><br /> Ingredients:<br /> <ul><li>1 heaping cup finely grated carrot (about 1 large)</li> <li>1 cup almond milk</li> <li>2 tbsp full-fat coconut milk cream (or use more almond milk)</li> <li>1 tsp ground cinnamon, to taste</li> <li>1/4 tsp ground ginger</li> <li>1/8th tsp ground nutmeg</li> <li>pinch of salt</li> <li>1/2 cup regular oats</li> <li>1 tsp pure vanilla extract</li> <li>1/2 tsp lemon juice (optional)</li> <li>2 tbsp chopped walnuts, divided</li> <li>2 tbsp raisins, divided</li> <li>2 tbsp pure maple syrup</li> <li>1 tbsp coconut milk cream + 1/2 tsp pure maple syrup, to garnish (optional)</li> </ul><strong>Directions</strong>: Finely grate 1 heaping cup of grated carrots. You want to use the fine grate and not the large one so the carrot shreds are very small. This helps the carrot blend in more.<br /> In a medium sized pot over medium heat, whisk together the almond milk, optional coconut milk cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and a pinch of salt.<br /> Stir in the grated carrots and oats. Adjust heat if necessary or bring heat to low if it starts to boil. Cook for about 8-9 minutes, stirring frequently. When the mixture has thickened up, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, 1 tbsp walnuts, 1 tbsp raisins, and 2 tbsp of maple syrup. Remove from heat and portion into bowls.<br /> Top the oatmeal with the remaining walnuts and raisins. If you are using coconut cream, you can mix a bit of the cream with maple syrup and drizzle on top of the oatmeal, as shown in the photo. Sprinkle with cinnamon for garnish.<br /> <br /> Enjoy and lick the bowl clean!<br /> <div style="float: right; margin: 4px;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/green_tea/pin.jpg" /></a></div>

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Carrot Cake Oatmeal

Carrot Cake Oatmeal Yield : 2 servings Ingredients: 1 heaping cup finely grated carrot (about 1 large) 1 cup almond milk 2 tbsp full...

Low carb Almond Banana cookies

Once in a awhile, it’s good to have a cheat meal. What can be a tough decision is deciding on what you want to consume. I never really craved for chips or baked goods until I was in a caloric deficit and browsing the markets for “goodies” was a big headache when I realize all of the ingredients may not be great in helping me obtain my goals. It’s better to know exactly what’s going in my body so I did some research and discovered some amazing recipes. Here’s a quick low carb solutions for cookies that’s super simple to prepare. I hope you guys enjoy!<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2vsDVjUo3Yp4Y_M94UAQ9FfNbxP64imkJEFeKnxReuWxlnlZQDVwTF8XxOaIL9OuNRZnDuSiq6ymxqWN9QDF60RsF01zgtU0q9y80RFw59xX5POfF9Ndq5epN5JiIVhjpoHQDalaJXV1N/s1600/cookie.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2vsDVjUo3Yp4Y_M94UAQ9FfNbxP64imkJEFeKnxReuWxlnlZQDVwTF8XxOaIL9OuNRZnDuSiq6ymxqWN9QDF60RsF01zgtU0q9y80RFw59xX5POfF9Ndq5epN5JiIVhjpoHQDalaJXV1N/s640/cookie.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Ingredients<br /> <ul><li>1 Cup Almond Flour</li> <li>1/2 Cup Coconut Flour</li> <li>1/2 Tbsp Baking Powder</li> <li>1/2 Tbsp Cinnamon</li> <li>Pinch of salt</li> <li>2 Eggs</li> <li>1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract</li> <li>1/4 Cup Coconut Oil</li> <li>1/4 Cup Almond Butter</li> <li>1/3 Cup Honey</li> <li>1 Ripe Banana Mushed (I like mine semi chunky)</li> </ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhE-P6IYeojUkMyOUd1WqvZVtGQ2AL03O8zp71iFsDQFouHkMpbJTI5N8ihPSilijHVo6s8aiZQ4B37eomNLP7nHGrVEt9uDUya0hrgRhdbBrsgIvTDVHg5MM5hkNeRYrdafjuizX4QP-dg/s1600/bakedcookies.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhE-P6IYeojUkMyOUd1WqvZVtGQ2AL03O8zp71iFsDQFouHkMpbJTI5N8ihPSilijHVo6s8aiZQ4B37eomNLP7nHGrVEt9uDUya0hrgRhdbBrsgIvTDVHg5MM5hkNeRYrdafjuizX4QP-dg/s320/bakedcookies.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <div><ol><li>Preheat oven to 350 degrees.</li> <li>Oil baking sheets or line with parchment paper.</li> <li>Seperately mix well dry ingredients together and wet ingredients together. (Minus Banana)</li> <li>Mix both dry & ingredients together before adding banana last.</li> <li>Scoop with a cookie scoop onto cookie sheets. Bake 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.</li> </ol>Yield: about 12 cookies with cookie scoop. Stores well for 5-6 days refrigerated.</div>1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees.<br /> 2.Oil baking sheets or line with parchment paper.<br /> 3.Seperately mix well dry ingredients together and wet ingredients together. (Minus Banana)<br /> 4.Mix both dry & ingredients together before adding banana last.<br /> 5.Scoop with a cookie scoop onto cookie sheets. Bake 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.<br /> <br /> Yield: about 12 cookies with cookie scoop. Stores well for 5-6 days refrigerated.<div style="float: right; margin: 4px;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/green_tea/pin.jpg" /></a></div>

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Low carb Almond Banana cookies

Once in a awhile, it’s good to have a cheat meal. What can be a tough decision is deciding on what you want to consume. I never really crave...