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4-ingredient easy vegan chocolate peanut butter bars

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10 Healthy Gluten-Free Dessert Recipes

10 Healthy Gluten-Free Dessert Recipes https://ift.tt/7FXGvqA Is your sweet tooth calling? I’ve rounded up 10 healthy gluten-free dessert recipes that will satisfy any craving.  You all know it’s rare to have a day go by that I don’t treat myself to something sweet. I fill up on greens and protein, but I love a healthy dessert. Whether you’re looking for a celebratory recipe or just need something to satisfy your sweet tooth, I’ve rounded up 10 healthy gluten-free dessert recipes that are to die for. From chocolate almond coconut bites to crunchy strawberry truffles and our go-to chocolate chip cookie recipe, there is something for everyone. These recipes are great for anyone, even if you’re not following a gluten-free diet! You’ll notice that all of these recipes contain chocolate… because let’s be real, what’s dessert without chocolate!? Enjoy! 10 Healthy Gluten-Free Desserts 1. Crunchy Almond Butter Chocolate Bars These crunchy almond butter chocolate bars are a quick, healthy, and delicious gluten-free dessert or treat idea. They call for all gluten-free ingredients, only take 10 minutes of active prep, and can be easily tweaked for my vegan friends. 2. Collagen Protein Brownies These gluten-free and dairy-free brownies are packed with protein and healthy fats. They make an awesome healthy dessert, and have a fudgy texture. You’ll love them! 3. Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Cookie Cake Dud someone say gluten-free cake!? This healthy COOKIE CAKE has a bonus dose of protein and healthy fats. It uses rice flour instead of regular or gluten-free all-purpose flour, so it’s much lighter than a flourless chocolate cake! It’s gluten-free, low in sugar, and… it’s a cookie cake. So, you need this. 4. Crunchy Chocolate Strawberry Truffles Everything about these truffles is perfect: they’re crunchy, sweet, and taste extremely decadent – even though they’re pretty low in sugar. 5. Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies with Avocado Oil The avocado oil gave these cookies a light, beautiful texture (they’re perfectly soft and chewy), plus a dose of heart-healthy fats, while the brown sugar ensures they’re plenty sweet. These cookies take about 10 minutes to put together, and are kid-approved. 6. 4-Ingredient Samoas via Eating Bird Food Healthy and simple (but incredible!) 4-Ingredient Samoas that might just taste better than the real deal. Shh… don’t tell the Girl Scouts. Vegan, gluten-free and paleo-friendly. These will soon become your favorite baked good! 7. Salted Almond Chocolate Bark via Kath Eats Talk about an easy recipe! It calls for only a few ingredients and all of them are naturally gluten-free! Simply use the microwave to melt chocolate, sprinkle with your toppings, and you’re good to go. Tip: cut the bark into big and small pieces so you have options when the chocolate craving hits. 8. Dark Chocolate Almond Coconut Bites via Making Thyme For Health All you need is 8 ingredients to make these decadent chocolate bites that taste just like an Almond Joy! 9. Grain-Free Peanut Butter Cup Cookies via Ambitious Kitchen The best grain free peanut butter cup cookies made with a mix of almond flour and coconut flour and topped with dark chocolate peanut butter cups. These healthy peanut butter cup cookies are naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and pack tons of amazing peanut butter flavor! 10. Chocolate Chip Espresso Banana Bread Muffins via PaleOMG Made with almond butter and coconut flour as the base, these banana bread muffins with espresso powder make for the perfect afternoon pick-me-up, especially paired with fresh fruit. What healthy treat recipe are you loving lately? The post 10 Healthy Gluten-Free Dessert Recipes appeared first on The Fitnessista. via The Fitnessista https://ift.tt/obQYSEg June 20, 2024 at 12:06PM

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4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Cereal Bars

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Classic No-Bake Cookies | Vegan

These classic, old-fashioned No-Bake Cookies are the best for satisfying your sweet tooth!  Sweetened deliciously with peanut butter, cocoa powder, non-dairy butter, sugar, almond milk and oats, these vegan goodies can be made in a matter of minutes.  That's why they're so popular!  Quick, easy and soooo tasty!

Sometimes it’s the simplest recipes that pack the most punch and these are pretty simple to make.  All you need is a saucepan, because you use the stove for these no-bake yums.  There's no baking involved! 

Chocolate and peanut butter together is always a wonderful combo together, so you might want to double this no-bake cookie recipe.  Especially, if you plan on sharing! :)

This recipe/batch makes 15 cookies and you can store them up to one week at room temperature, in an airtight sealed container.   It's best to measure out all the ingredients before you start, because once you start the process, things happen pretty fast.  

When you're ready to indulge...these rich, peanut butter & chocolate oatmeal cookies are perfect with a glass of cold unsweetened almond milk on the side.   Stash a few away for any time you need a little pick me up. These are the ultimate snack any time of the day or night for sweet cravings to be fulfilled! 

Everyone loves them and they go fast!   Enjoy!

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Classic No-Bake Cookies | Vegan

These classic, old-fashioned No-Bake Cookies are the best for satisfying your sweet tooth!  Sweetened deliciously with peanut butter, cocoa powder, non-dairy butter, sugar, almond milk and oats, these goodies can be made in a matter of minutes.  That's why they're so popular!  Quick, easy and soooo tasty! 1/4 cup vegan butter (cut into pieces)1 cup organic sugar1/4 cup non-dairy milk (we used almond milk)2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder1/3 cup creamy peanut butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats Important! Measure all your ingredients out before starting, to make simpler.Line a baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.Place butter, sugar, non-dairy milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder in a saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring often until the butter is melted and everything is well combined. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and allow to boil for 60 seconds stirring occasionally.Remove from the heat, and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until fully combined.Stir in the oats and mix until all of the oats are coated with the mixture and everything is well combined.Drop spoonfuls or a medium cookie scoop of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets.Allow to cool for 20-30 minutes.Can also firm up in fridge.Cookies will last up to a week in a covered air-tight container. Double recipe for a larger batch, you may want to because they taste out of this world yummy!! If you aren't vegan, you can switch out the milk and butter for what you have on hand, but hopefully you want the vegan version! :)

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47 Gluten Free Healthy Meal Prep Breakfasts for the New Year

New blog post! Are you a sweet or savory breakfast person? I'm constantly switching back in forth, but now that 2020 is in full swing and I'm back to my busy grad school and work schedule, I'm alll about healthy meal prep breakfasts...so I thought it would be a great time to share a ton of gluten free meal prep recipes on the blog! Whether you're looking for a healthy keto recipe, general meal prep ideas or healthy grab and go breakfasts to fit your own busy life, this round up has a recipe that will make eating a nutritious breakfast extra easy this year. Sweet and savory breakfast options galore!

And because I'm so excited to dig into these gluten free breakfast recipes, I'm keeping this intro short. So without further adieu, here are 47 gluten free healthy meal prep breakfasts to make your 2020 extra delicious.

1. Crustless Spinach Cheese Pie (Low Carb) - Low Carb Yum

This simple low carb recipe turns pie into breakfast food.

2. Paleo Blueberry Muffins (Vegan, Dairy Free, Refined Sugar Free) - A Sweet Alternative

These paleo muffins seriously give the traditional wheat-packed bakery muffins a run for their money.

3. Pepperoni Pizza Frittata (Whole30, Low Carb, Keto) - Cook at Home Mom

Healthy pizza for breakfast = mind (and taste buds) blown.

4. Overnight Quinoa Flakes (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac

If you're craving a warm porridge but can't tolerate oats, this overnight quinoa flakes breakfast is the perfect alternative. Plus, I include multiple different flavors you can make!

5. Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free) - A Baking Journey

Is there any better combo than peanut butter and chocolate?!? I don't think so!

6. Green Dairy Free Egg Bites - Really Are You Serious

Upgrade the typical breakfast egg muffins with spinach and tofu!

7. Chocolate Protein Pancakes (Low Carb, Keto) - Wholesome Yum

First of all, droooool. Secondly, this big batch recipe means you'll have plenty of leftovers to eat later that week or freezer.

8. Skinny Mini Mexican Frittatas - Jersey Girl Cooks

Sweet peppers, hot sauce and Mexican cheese give these frittatas some extra kick.

9. Homemade and Healthy Nuts and Seeds Instant Breakfast Mix (Dairy Free Option) - Original Homesteading

Just add water to this nuts and seeds mix for a crunchy breakfast full of plant-based protein.

10. Keto Breakfast Casserole (Low Carb) - Sorey Fitness

This healthy keto breakfast can be whipped up in just 30 minutes, and is packed with ground cheese, sausage, eggs and jalapenos.

11. Easy Vegan Breakfast: Superfood Stone Fruit Rawnola - Stacey Homemaker

Whip up this vegan granola on Sunday so you have a yummy, nutrition-packed breakfast all week long.

12. Breakfast Meal Prep Blueberry Turkey Breakfast Sausage & Roasted Veggies (Dairy Free, Egg Free, Paleo) - Hungry Hobby

I've never eaten blueberries and turkey together before, but this breakfast bowl makes me want to try.

13. Spiced Apple Granola (Vegan) - Recipes From a Pantry

Make your kitchen smell like apple pie season all year round with this vegan granola recipe.

14. Breakfast Chia Seed Pudding, Two Ways (Vegan) - Lathi's Kitchen

Strawberry or mango puree makes these chia seed puddings super fruity and flavorful.

15. How to Bake Eggs in an Oven Tin in the Oven (Dairy Free, Soy Free) - Key to My Lime

Once you try baking eggs in the oven, you'll never go back.

16. Roasted Vegetable Sheet Pan Omelette (Vegetarian) - The Recipe Well

An omelet that you don't have to flip?!? Sold!

17. Super Clumpy Summer Squash Granola (Vegan, Oil Free, Sugar Free) - Casey the College Celiac

Pair this gluten free granola with your favorite yogurt or eat it like cereal with milk.

18. Tortitas de Berro, or Easy Guatemalan Watercress Fritters (Vegetarian) - A Taste for Travel

Popular in Guatemala and El Salvador, you can think of these as bite-sized omelettes packed with good-for-you ingredients.

19. One Bowl Blueberry Oat Flour Waffles - Flavor the Moments

Make your own freezer waffles at home with this easy one-bowl recipe. Just make sure you use gluten free oats to grind into flour. 

20. Cinnamon Swirl Protein Muffins (Keto) - The Helpful GF

I was sold at "cinnamon swirl"...

21. Roasted Tomato, Kale and Goat Cheese Frittata (Vegetarian) - Hot Pan Kitchen

If you've been looking for an easy cast iron skillet recipe, this frittata breakfast is a winner.

22. Easy Chia Seed Pudding Recipe (Vegetarian, Vegan Options) - Two Healthy Kitchens

If you're looking for an extensive guide to meal prepping chia seed pudding, Shelley has you covered with this post.

23. Southwest Tofu Breakfast Bowls (Vegan) - The Fitchen

I'm not even a huge fan of tofu, but this meal prep breakfast still has me drooling!

24. Banana Snacking Cake - Best of This Life

Banana and applesauce combine to make an extra moist gluten free cake that's healthy enough to eat for breakfast or a snack!

25. Sweet Potato Smoothie Bowl (Paleo, Vegan, Nut-Free, Whole-30 Option) - Paleo Gluten-Free Guy

This gluten free and paleo smoothie bowl will keep in the fridge for up to five days, and you'll love how thick and creamy it is.

26. Coconut Chia Pudding (Vegan, Low Carb) - Pepper Bowl

No cooking necessary for this vegan breakfast. Just throw the ingredients together and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.

27. Maple Pecan Granola (Refined Sugar Free) - Zestful Kitchen

No gluten or refined sugar needed to meal prep this epic granola.

28. Chickpea Savory Muffins - Mind Body and Spirit Wellbeing

Who knew that chickpea flour could taste so good?

29. Crockpot Fiesta Breakfast Casserole (Paleo and Whole 30 Options) - Pink Fortitude

And if you really want to meal prep ahead of time, you can even freeze this paleo breakfast casserole for future breakfasting!

30. Cozy Cacao Oatless Zoats (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac

If you want to make a gluten free porridge breakfast while also sneaking in some extra veggies, zoats need to land on your weekly menu ASAP.

31. Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole - Leelalicious

No one will complain about eating this gluten free casserole several mornings in a row!

32. Skinny Strawberry Shortcake Bites Recipe (Vegan) - Bake Me Some Sugar

These shortcake bites are as tasty for a snack or dessert as they are for breakfast.

33. Instant Pot Egg Bites (Keto, Low Carb) - Tasty Galaxy

Using the instant pot makes this healthy keto breakfast insanely quick and easy.

34. Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oatmeal - Pinch of Wellness

Cinnamon roll in oatmeal form? You know that caught my taste buds' attention!

35. Blueberry French Toast Casserole (Dairy Free Option) - This Mama Cooks 

Use your favorite gluten free bread, and you'll never want to eat plain toast for breakfast ever again!

36. Easy Egg Muffin Cups - Fearless Dining

There's no easier - or tastier - healthy grab and go breakfasts than these egg muffins!

37. Tropical Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats (Dairy-Free, Vegan) - Clean Eating Kitchen

Send your taste buds on a tropic vacation with this gluten free oatmeal recipe featuring papaya and coconut cream.

38. Banana Cinnamon Breakfast Muffins (Vegan, Paleo, Refined Sugar Free) - Emma Eats and Explores

Because banana and cinnamon are always a pair made for culinary heaven.

39. Creamy Spirulina Chia Seed Pudding (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac

Put this chia seed pudding in the blender for a super thick and creamy vegan breakfast that's full of fiber and plant based protein.

40. Western Omelet Egg Scramble with Cheese Sauce - Sweet Peas Kitchen

Who knew you could freeze egg scrambles? The cheese sauce also takes this breakfast to the next level.

41. Dairy Free Waffles - Eating on A Dime

You only need six simple ingredients to make and freeze these dairy free waffles for super easy (and yummy) future breakfasts.

42. Healthy Blueberry Breakfast Bars (Vegan, Peanut Free, Nut Free) - Allergy Yummy

You won't believe you only need three ingredients to whip up these super gooey, chewy bars.

43. Cheesy Spinach Mini Frittatas Recipe - Urban Bliss Life

These easy egg muffins are the ultimate healthy grab and go breakfast option for busy mornings.

44. Vanilla Chia Pudding (Vegan) - Debra Klein

You only need fifteen minutes and four ingredients to make this creamy vegan breakfast.

45. Triple Berry "Whole Grain" Gluten Free Muffins (Vegan, Oil Free) - Casey the College Celiac

'Cause there's muffin better to start the day with! ;)

46. Instant Pot Egg Bites (Keto, Low Carb) - Tasty Galaxy

The instant pot makes cooking a healthy keto breakfast extra easy and quick.

47. Healthy Pumpkin Bread - Claudia Canu

This gluten free pumpkin bread proves that pumpkin is delicious year-round, especially when baked in a naturally sweetened treat like this one.

Happy 2020!

Regardless of where 2020 is taking you so far, I hope that these meal prep breakfasts will give you the tasty fuel you need to kick life's booty! And if you need even more gluten free breakfast inspiration, check out my previous roundup: 49 Healthy Gluten Free Breakfasts For the New Year. Which of these breakfast recipes do you want to try first? Are you a sweet or savory breakfast person? Tell me in the comments! via Blogger https://ift.tt/2T7MhKK

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25 Indulgent Dairy-Free Recipes You Need To Try

Whether you are just one of the approximated 30-50 million Americans that experiences lactose intolerance or you're attempting to prevent milk as a method to boost your overall health and wellness, the adhering to 25 indulgent dairy-free recipes will certainly make you eagerly anticipate meal time!

Why Would Someone Ditch Dairy?

Along with far better digestion wellness, dropping milk has been connected to a variety of health and wellness advantages, such as improved sinuses, clearer skin, and also enhanced energy levels. Some researches also reveal going dairy-free could strengthen your bones. I recognize that violates every little thing you probably discovered as a young kid since milk is referred to as a wonderful source of calcium. According to a 2014 study published in the British Medical Journal, scientists who complied with more than 100,000 people in Sweden over a duration of 20 to 30 years discovered milk drinkers really experienced extra total bone fractures and also hip cracks. This isn't the only research study to reach these findings.

What Is Dairy Exactly?

By interpretation, dairy products are foods and drinks that are made from the milk of mammals, such as cows and goats. Popular dairy items consist of milk, yogurt, cheese, as well as butter.

So what about eggs?

For some reason, individuals enjoy to glob eggs into the 'dairy' category. Eggs are not a dairy item and could most certainly be included in a dairy-free diet. That's terrific information given that eggs are a remarkable resource of healthy protein, healthy fats, and various other nutrients that benefit the body.

Recipes

Dairy-Free Breakfast Recipes

1) Healthy Yogurt and Granola Parfait - As I just mentioned, yogurt is normally a no-go when you're eating dairy-free. However, much like exactly how there are dairy-free milk alternatives, there are additionally dairy-free yogurt choices. A few of them consist of soy yogurt, almond yogurt, and also coconut yogurt. In this dish, the developer layers coconut yogurt in between fruit, hemp seeds, as well as chia seeds! It takes just minutes to toss together and is an easy grab-and-go breakfast.

2) Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats - Overnight oats are incredibly simple to prepare, you can consume them on the move, and also they're loaded with healthy components. To make your own, all you have to do is load a Mason container with oats, fluid, some add-ins, and garnishes. Pop it in the fridge overnight as well as the flavors will fuse together by the morning. No cooking required. This specific recipe is loaded with healthy protein and also fiber that will certainly assist maintain you really feeling full for longer. And also, making use of either almond or coconut milk maintains this recipe dairy-free approved!

3) Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Muffins - Are you someone who delights in baked goods for morning meal? If so, these cinnamon sugar pumpkin muffins are a must-try. They're bursting with flavor and also are extremely damp, many thanks to the coconut oil and pumpkin puree. If you're viewing your sugar consumption, you could constantly avoid the outer covering of cinnamon sugar!

4) Banana Muffins - These banana muffins are dairy-free, gluten-free, and also refined sugar-free. Bananas and coconut flour include the mass, chia seeds work as the binder, and numerous various other active ingredients (like honey, vanilla, and also cinnamon) develop a durable flavor.

5) Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Banana Pancakes - No issue what age you are, pancakes are constantly an enjoyable breakfast food. Since they're normally full of gluten-laden flour, milk, and butter, it's rather fair to claim that pancakes can make your palate desire to do a little dance. However, the same can not be stated for your midsection. With a few straightforward component swaps, pancakes are in fact simple to healthify. Take this gluten-free as well as dairy-free dish. Utilizing bananas, oat flour, coconut oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, and also a couple of other components, a tiny stack of these pancakes is really a guilt-free breakfast!

6) 3-Ingredient No-Bake Cereal Bars - Are your mornings typically as well frantic to appreciate a sit-down breakfast with the family members? No concerns! Whip up a batch of these no-bake cereal bars on Sunday night so you have a nourishing on-the-go option during the job week. With simply three ingredients - a grain of your choice, peanut butter, and also a liquid sugar of your option - it does not obtain any simpler compared to this!

7) No-Bake Cranberry Coconut Energy Bites - Cranberries, walnuts, oats, coconut shreds, as well as flaxseed are all held together by almond butter and also pure maple syrup. Simply roll the ingredients into little spheres, pop them in the fridge to establish, and appreciate them on the move. Each bite offers a strike of healthy protein, vitamins, minerals, and also craveable flavor.

8) Instant Pot Coconut Yogurt - Yogurt is a terrific morning meal or snack choice given that it's packed with real-time societies, Also Known As probiotics, that benefit the gut. Did you recognize that researchers connect the gut to nearly every function in the human body?

9) Dairy-Free Frittata With Spinach and Tomatoes - Many times, frittatas are made with some dairy products to develop that light and also cosy structure. It's really not required. This dish uses eggs, coconut milk, peppers, spinach, tomatoes, and also some type of meat (if you comply with a vegan or vegan diet regimen then simply leave the meat out). Pop your mixture in the oven for a few mins and dig in.

10) Environment-friendly Vegan Healthy protein Healthy smoothie - Green smoothie mixes are loaded with nutrients that sustain general health. When you throw some plant-based healthy protein into the mix, also much better! This dish asks for a range of superfoods - spinach, chia seeds, hemp seeds, almond butter, and banana. And also, maintaining with the dairy-free motif, the maker used bitter almond milk instead than lactose-filled cow's milk. A few days add natural sweetness to the drink, but if you need more you could constantly press in a little bit of raw honey.

Dairy-Free Lunch/Dinner Recipes

11) Cauliflower Fettuccine 'Alfredo' - This super light vegan alfredo pasta sauce is made with cooked cauliflower, olive oil, and spices! A little dietary yeast gives it a nice cheesy flavor. It's a win on taste and also win on texture. If you do not desire to offer it over pasta, pour it over a bed of rice or use it as a veggie dip.

12) Dairy-Free Mac N Cheese - It is feasible to ditch dairy products and enjoy mac n cheese, you just need to obtain creative. The 'cheese' sauce in this dish freezes well so you can conveniently double the recipe and also place fifty percent in a freezer-safe container. Simply heat it up when you prepare to dig in again.

13) Vegan Grilled Cheese Sandwiches - Potatoes, carrots, onions, cashews, coconut milk, and also dietary yeast typically aren't normal 'grilled cheese' ingredients, yet the end result really tastes a great deal like your childhood years preferred grilled cheese sandwich.

14) Mushroom as well as Kale Pasta - Cashews are used as the base of a creamy sauce that will make you absolutely ignore celebrity in standard lasagna. With just 30 minutes to prep and also an additional HALF AN HOUR to cook, it's most definitely worth a try.

15) Avocado Quesadillas - Cheese quesadillas are fantastic. Pass on. But so are avocado quesadillas. Along with the remarkable preference, this Mexican-inspired meal is actually quite healthy and balanced. Avocados are filled with healthy and balanced fats and healthy proteins that nurture the body in more ways compared to one.

16) Dairy-Free Pesto - While pesto isn't really normally considered as a 'milk food,' lots of dishes do ask for parmesan cheese. While dairy products pesto is excellent, it actually doesn't require celebrity to please your palate. This dish celebrates simplicity with cilantro (you can likewise use basil), olive oil, garlic, want nuts, lemon juice, as well as a little salt and pepper. Once you work up a bowl of this delicious pesto, use it as a dip, spread, pasta sauce, or dressing.

Dairy-Free Dessert Recipes

17) Raw Chocolate Cake - Most of the times, abundant and also indulgent cakes include full-fat milk and also butter. Of program, I can not fail to remember the frosting, which typically has, even much more, milk or cream and also butter. But it doesn't need to be in this way, and this cake verifies it! One bite of this Raw Delicious chocolate Cake by the famous Jamie Oliver and also you could be misleaded right into thinking it's the actual deal. Sweetened with Medjool dates, honey, as well as raw cacao, it's extremely wonderful without using any refined sugar. For the frosting, coconut oil, agave, honey, and even more cacao are placed on display.

18) Delicious chocolate Peanut Butter Milkshake - Making a dairy-free milkshake is way less complicated compared to you might even recognize. All you need to do is exchange out the routine cow's milk for a nut milk. In this dish, the designer used almond milk, however you can use hazelnut milk, coconut milk, and even rice milk if you choose. Given that numerous refined chocolate items do contain dairy, this dish makes use of chocolate powder.

19) Healthier Dairy-Free Cheesecake - This dish is a lightened-up variation of standard cheesecake with a 3rd of the calories as well as sugar ... and no dairy. It combines dairy-free lotion cheese with coconut yogurt, vanilla remove, a sugar, lemon juice, as well as a little corn starch. You will certainly need to cook this set, but it's still very simple to whip up!

20) Vegan Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake - This recipe is excellent during Fall as well as the colder winter season months. Something about the combination of pumpkin as well as cinnamon simply makes this much healthier dairy-free cheesecake taste like comfort.

21) Yellow Cake Donuts - I'm not going to sugar layer this - there is a great deal of sugar in this dish. While donuts aren't something you'll want to consist of in your day-to-day diet regimen, they're definitely an enjoyable reward from time-to-time. If you're trying to find a dairy-free version of your favorite yellow cake donut after that this dish is perfect for you. Instead of milk, the dish requires unsweetened coconut milk, instead of butter, it includes healthy and balanced avocado oil.

22) 3-Ingredient Double Delicious chocolate Mousse - The structure of whipped coconut lotion is absolutely amazing. So it's not surprising that by adding a little powdered sugar as well as cocoa powder you would develop an outstanding dairy-free mousse.

23) 3-Ingredient Dairy Free Fudge - This is the ideal no-bake reward. Utilizing coconut milk, confectioner's sugar, as well as dairy-free chocolate chips, this treat will take you about 10 mins to make and it's sure to excite a crowd.

24) Edible Cookie Dough - Is it just me or is there something addictive concerning cookie dough? It's a lot more lip-smacking great compared to a baked cookie! The only problem is - given that many cookie recipes require eggs, the raw dough isn't all that safe to eat. Enter this edible cookie dough dish. Simply make sure to use dairy-free delicious chocolate to maintain this recipe entirely devoid of dairy.

25) No-Churn Dairy-Free Ice Lotion - I yell, you shout, all of us shout for dairy-free-ice-cream! A bowl of this smooth and also creamy treat is made from coconut milk, sugar, as well as simply a touch of powdered gelatin. A few doses as well as you could be fooled right into assuming it's the actual deal!

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Peanut Butter Pie – Just 5 Ingredients!

Smooth, rich, creamy, delicious peanut butter pie – NO baking required!

5 Ingredient Peanut Butter Pie

This secretly healthy peanut butter pie is so easy to make.

Just five vegan ingredients, with NO cream cheese, NO Cool Whip, and NO heavy cream. One taste of the whipped peanut butter filling, and you’ll never believe it could possibly be so healthy!

Related: Over 130 Healthy Peanut Butter Recipes

You Might Have A Peanut Butter Obsession If…

There are currently at least four open jars of peanut butter in your fridge or pantry.

You believe peanut butter goes well with everything and get excited about any recipe you find that includes it as an ingredient.

You fail to understand how a person could eat just one spoonful of peanut butter and then close the jar. (Seriously, HOW is that possible???)

You know where you stand in the creamy or crunchy debate and believe passionately in your position. (Crunchy peanut butter for life.)

You’re currently eating peanut butter while reading this post.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Covered Katie?

No, I’m not changing the name of the blog. Although maybe I should… To be honest, I probably eat even more peanut butter than chocolate! I’ve started buying it in bulk to get a case discount, and yet all twelve jars somehow always seem to disappear in record speed. Still trying to work out how that happens.

It’s my birthday today, and I’ve decided to have two birthday cakes/desserts this year, because two cakes are better than one, right? The first cake will be for whenever I get around to throwing a party, and it’ll probably be some variation of Vegan Chocolate Cake. And the second birthday dessert? This peanut butter pie!

It’s an updated version of a no-bake peanut butter pie recipe that I posted way back in 2012. This one makes a deeper pie, has less oil, and the recipe also includes the optional pie crust I used. If you’d prefer to make it crustless or serve as peanut butter mousse in glasses or ramekins, that is perfectly fine too!

To make the peanut butter pie, you simply add the five ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

The recipe is sweetened naturally with banana (there’s also a banana-free version for those who’d prefer it), and if you’re used to treats with a “healthy dessert” taste, you might not even want to add any additional sweetener at all.

If you’re serving to others, I’d definitely recommend including the sweetener – at just 1/4 cup for the entire recipe, it’s over a FULL CUP less sugar than traditional no bake peanut butter pie recipes… and that’s before you’ve even included all the sugar from the Cool Whip!

Peanut Butter Pie

Peanut Butter Pie – Just 5 Ingredients!

Total Time: 5m

Yield: A 9-inch pie

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cup peanut butter or allergy-friendly sub

4 1/2 overripe bananas (click for a banana-free version)

1 tbsp pure vanilla extract

1/8 tsp salt

1/3 cup coconut oil

sweetener of choice, such as a pinch stevia or 1/4 cup powdered sugar (if you have no sweet tooth, you can omit)

Instructions

Feel free to use your favorite crust. I simply combined the following in a food processor until fine crumbles formed, then pressed into a parchment-lined 9-inch springform: 1 1/2 cup cashews or raw nuts of choice, 1 cup raisins, 1/8 tsp salt, 3 tbsp cocoa powder.

For the peanut butter pie, blend all pie ingredients until completely smooth. Pour filling over the crust, and refrigerate 3-4 hours or until firm enough to easily slice. Store leftovers in the fridge or freezer so the pie stays firm. Note: you can sub coconut butter for the coconut oil, but any other substitutions are at your own risk, because coconut oil hardens when chilled so other oils or nut butters would not work the same way to firm up the pie. But please feel free to experiment if you wish, and report back if you do!

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More Healthy Peanut Butter Recipes:

Brownie Batter Bars

Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

Almond Milk Ice Cream (Includes a peanut butter flavor)

Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies

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4 ingredient easy vegan chocolate peanut butter bars

By Beaming Baker.

The recipe may be found here:

https://beamingbaker.com/4-ingredient-no-bake-chocolate-peanut-butter-bars-vegan-gluten-free-dairy-free/

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Top 5 Gluten Free Snacks

If you’re looking for a snack that’s both tasty and healthy, you can’t go wrong with a gluten-free snack. These options range from healthy fruit leather to Guacamole, and even peanut butter cookies. The list goes on! You’ll find something that will please everyone. What are your favorite gluten free snacks? Read on to find out! And don’t forget to stock up on your favorite gluten free snacks!

Apple oatmeal bars are a gluten-free snack

When you’re looking for a gluten-free, vegan snack, look no further than the apple oatmeal bar. Made from oats, applesauce, and baking powder, this healthy snack is both delicious and healthy. They’re also low in fat and contain no refined sugar. The texture is similar to that of baked oatmeal, but has a more fluffier consistency. This is because applesauce is used instead of milk.

To make your own apple oatmeal bar, follow the directions below. They’re easy to make, take only ten minutes to prepare, and are great for on-the-go snacking. They’re packed with apples, cinnamon, and oats, and are a gluten-free snack that’s great for you. They can also be frozen for future use. Simply place them in airtight plastic bags or glass bowls and store them in the fridge.

Fruit leather is a refreshing snack option

A refreshing gluten free snack option, fruit leather can be made from almost any berry or fruit. Some people even make veggie leather. You can use dried vegetable leather to make a flour-free, gluten-free wrap. While the fruit leather recipe below uses apples, pears, and bananas, you can use just about any fruit or vegetable for your snack. The main benefit to making your own fruit leather is the fact that it’s completely free of any additives.

Fruit leathers are a great gluten-free, vegan, and raw snack option. These all-natural snacks are easy to make, with only four ingredients. The first thing you need is a food processor, although a blender will work just fine. The other tools you’ll need are measuring spoons or cups. You can also buy a food processor if you don’t have one. Using a food processor is the best tool for making fruit leathers, but you can also use a blender if you have one.

Guacamole is a savory snack option

If you’re looking for a quick, healthy snack, guacamole is a delicious option. Traditionally made from avocados, guacamole is an excellent option. You can make it at home using fresh avocados. Just make sure to use ripe avocados. Add some chopped tomatoes and red onion for a little extra zing. You can even add garlic if you’d like!

To make guacamole, mix all ingredients together using a fork. Mash until you reach the desired consistency. Season to taste. Serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator for a few days. You can also layer guacamole in a wine glass or mason jar for easy portability. This snack is a great alternative to regular chips, and you can make it at home, too!

Peanut butter cookies are a sweet snack option

If you’re looking for a delicious, guilt-free treat, look no further than peanut butter cookies. They’re naturally gluten free and grain-free, which means you don’t have to worry about added sugar or carbs. Plus, they’re low-glycemic, making them an excellent choice for people with celiac disease or lactose intolerance. Just follow these simple steps to make these delicious treats.

To make gluten-free peanut butter cookies, you can use a chia egg, flax egg, or coconut oil instead of eggs. These substitutes will change the flavor of the cookie, but they will keep the consistency. You can also use unsweetened cocoa powder or chocolate chips if you’re trying to cut down on carbohydrates. And since peanut butter contains no wheat, you can also make these cookies with coconut oil.

Protein bars are a good source of fiber

These bars are great for gluten free snacking. Many are made with a blend of plant proteins and have a good amount of fiber. These bars are often vegan and contain about 12 grams of protein, 4 grams of fiber, and 25 to 30 grams of carbohydrates. While they may not have the same nutrition content as dairy-free bars, they still have plenty of fiber and nutrients to make a satisfying gluten-free snack.

Fiber is essential for digestion. Fiber should be included in each meal and should be a major part of your daily diet. Fiber should be at least 35 grams per day. To get the recommended amount, you should consume protein bars with a minimum of 3 grams per serving. You should also make sure to choose protein bars made with real fiber instead of synthetic fiber. The latter type of fiber is often absorbed by the body and can cause bloating, gas, and abdominal pain.

Popcorn is a natural gluten-free snack

Most people have heard of popcorn as a healthy gluten-free snack, but what makes it gluten-free? It’s actually a whole grain, and is difficult to digest. Its seeds and texture also make it difficult for people with certain digestive problems to eat. But that’s not to say that you can’t enjoy the savory treat. Popcorn is also one of the few whole grains that can fill your stomach without triggering your hunger. This makes it a great snack for people on a gluten-free diet.

A simple way to ensure that popcorn you buy is gluten-free is to look for the ingredient list and make sure that it doesn’t include wheat, barley, rye, or malt. You can also make your own healthy popcorn by popping plain kernels in a microwave or stove. Try using butter and salt as toppings, since they’re both natural gluten-free and delicious. But if you’re looking for a quick and healthy snack, you can buy gluten-free popcorn at the grocery store.

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15 Easy Healthy Dessert Recipes January 4, 2021

15 healthy dessert recipes that taste decadent, but won’t leave you with a sugar crash! You’re going to love these easy desserts big on flavor, but light on everything else.

Anyone else feeling like they need a cleanse after all those Christmas cookies? Not like a juice cleanse, because ew, but just not eat cookies for breakfast everyday kind of cleanse. If you’re like me though, eating dessert isn’t optional. I simply won’t be satisfied. And just because you’re eating healthier doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice any tasty treats. So we rounded up our favorite healthy dessert recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth!

So, let’s get to the best healthy recipes:

1. Raw Fudge Brownies

The most epic Raw Vegan Fudge Brownies that have this non-vegan questioning EVERYTHING. Bonus: they're gluten free and refined sugar free, too!

These no bake, vegan fudge brownies are what chocolatey, fudgy, decadent dreams are made of. They’re made with whole, raw ingredients and topped with a chocolate coconut ganache that’s to die for.

A small piece keeps me satisfied all night long!

2. Healthy Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

These almond butter chocolate chip cookies are gluten free, refined sugar free, and grain free thanks to almond butter, maple syrup, and almond flour. They’re the perfect healthier substitute for your traditional choco chip cookies!

3. Matcha Green Smoothie

Sofi and I drink this smoothie every single day, and you should too! It’s packed full of protein, tons of greens, and basically tastes like a healthy milkshake.

4. Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

1 bowl, 6 ingredients, healthy peanut butter banana muffins are grain free, gluten free, packed full of protein and simply delicious

These muffins are made in one bowl with just 6 ingredients AKA easy to make, easy to clean up, and easy to eat. They’re packed full of protein and dark chocolate chips because ~balance~.

5. 37 Calorie Brownies

Alright, here’s the deal, this THE most popular recipe on Broma, and has been for years. And while the reviews are mixed, here’s what I’ll say: if you’re looking for a super low calorie dessert, you can’t beat these brownies. So, I’ll leave you with two tips to make these low calorie brownie the best they can be: use precise measurements + under bake them.

6. Healthy Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies

Healthy Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies. Because you CAN eat cookies for breakfast!

AHHHH THESE ARE SO GOOD. It’s Carrot Cake for breakfast! This recipe comes to you from my friend Kate from Cooking and Kate and I loved it sooo much I had to share it with you guys. Plus, carrots are healthy right?

7. Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites

peanut butter oat energy bites on a pie tin with a glass of milk behind

Oh my god you guys, these balls are LIFE. A little nutty, a little sweet, a little chocolatey, and a whole lot of deliciousness. Perfect to grab and go when you’re walking out the door or a pick me up for a work out.

8. Coconut Cream Pie Chia Pudding

Perfect for weekday breakfast, this thick vegan Coconut Cream Pie Chia Pudding is made with almond milk and topped with banana, coconut flakes, and cashews

I love starting my day with a breakfast that keeps me full for hours. I also love starting my day with something that tastes like dessert. And this Coconut Cream Pie Chia Pudding does both those things. Plus you can make them in big batches and keep this chia pudding in your fridge all week for a grab and go bfast!

9. Healthy Apple Crumb Bars

Stack of healthy apple crumble bars

Sometimes you want a good ol’ piece of apple crumble, but sometimes you’re also lazy and don’t want to eat a crumble by yourself. Enter, healthy apple crumble bars: a cross between oatmeal bars and apple crumb. As a bonus they’re made with almond butter and maple syrup instead of butter and sugar!

10. Gluten Free Tahini Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Yes these Tahini Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies are vegan, gluten free, and refined sugar free, but they sure as heck don't taste like a healthy food.

If you haven’t made these cookies yet, what are you even doing? They’re gluten free, grain free, delicious and loaded with chocolate. It’s basically my go-to of these healthy dessert recipes.

11. Vegan Reese’s

Easy and healthy no bake chocolate peanut butter squares made with just 4 ingredients! Tastes just a like a Reeses peanut butter cup without all the sugar!

Is it just me or are regular Reese’s almost too sweet? Luckily there’s an alternative. These Vegan Reese’s are made with flaxseed meal and maple syrup, instead of powdered sugar, and they’re perfectly sweet. Vegan, or not, you’ll love these Peanut Butter Chocolate Squares.

12. Healthy Vegan Brownie Truffles

You'd never know these fudgy healthy vegan brownies truffles are raw, refined sugar free, AND gluten free. They're a chocolate lovers dream.

Whenever I’m having a hankering for chocolate (AKA all the time), these healthy vegan brownie truffles hit the spot. They’re chewy, rich, and made with just 5 ingredients!

13. Gluten Free Vegan Blueberry Crisp

plate of gluten free blueberry crisp with coconut ice cream

This blueberry crisp is super easy to make with a crunchy, nutty, crisp topping that’s pretty much my fav thing ever. Plus fresh fruit is always a great idea to mix into your desserts!

14. Snickerdoodle Donuts

The softest and most addicting Snickerdoodle Donuts. Oh yeah, and they're baked!

Want my honest opinion? These Snickerdoodle Donuts might be better than regular fried donuts. The dough is moist and flavorful and the cinnamon sugar is the perfect satisfying amount of sweetness, so there’s no need to dunk these in a sugary icing.

15. No Bake Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cookies

Raw, gluten-free, and vegan, these No-Bake Cranberry Orange Breakfast Bars are the best way to start your day.

I know that cookies for breakfast sounds unhealthy, but these Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cookies are refined sugar free and packed with protein. I absolutely LOVE them, but beware they are incredibly addicting.

All that being said, try not to be too hard on yourself with all this “healthy diet” talk surrounding the new year.  There’s absolutely nothing wrong with trying to eat a little healthier this year, but there’s also absolutely nothing wrong with eating a cookie every once in awhile.

Happy baking, whether that be with healthy dessert recipes orrr the real deal 🙂

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No-bake Energy Bites

Good morning, afternoon, and evening my striving college students! College Eats is back once again with an awesome, simple recipe that we know you’ll want to call home about.  (Pssst…call your mom every once in a while!)

But first, how are you feeling today?  Mid-June heat got you feeling lethargic, heavy, or maybe the heat is making you that much more exhausted?  We are just checking in because here at College Eats, we are running a little sluggish this week.  So, the theme for this recipe?  Energy!  We are back and better than ever with a brand new recipe that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth this week, but also give you that extra push to get you through the week.  Introducing, no-bake energy bites!  That’s right, you do not need that oven of yours for this recipe.  We went with a snack this week because we wanted to find something that was even more portable for on-the-go students, and it could probably replace your dessert.  However, this snack recipe is packed with filling ingredients that will tide you over through class.  Let’s get to it!  

 Here’s what you’ll need:

·       1 cup of dry oatmeal (try to use old-fashioned oats!)

·       2/3 cups toasted coconut flakes

·       ½ cup peanut butter

·       ½ cup ground flax seeds

·       ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

·       1/3 cup honey (or agave nectar for a vegan alternative!)

·       1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)

·       1 teaspoon vanilla extract

 If you are able to, buy these ingredients at a local farmers market, co-op, or whole foods store.  The cool thing is, not one of these ingredients is going to be over $3.  So, it may not be as cheap as our first recipe we introduced to you, but it’s definitely worth a little extra.   And just like last week’s recipe, buying these in bulk will be great for recreating your energy bites more than just one time.  And trust us, you will make these again they are so tasty!  If you have a peanut allergy, you have plenty of other options for the butter you use like almond butter, cashew butter, coconut butter, sunflower seed butter, etc.  Just make the swap and the recipe remains the same for you!  If there’s anything else you want to add that sounds good to add to this mixture, feel free to do so!  This is a great base recipe to get it down before you customize.  

 Here’s how you start:

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter (or other nut butter if you have a peanut allergy), honey, and vanilla extract. This mixture is going to be what holds all of the ingredients together in a ball shape.  Add the remaining ingredients, and stir all of these until they are evenly coated.  Transfer this mixture to your refrigerator and let it chill for about 30 minutes. This will firm the mixture up so you are able to shape them into bite sized balls.  This resting time is very important because it allows the oats to absorb some of the moisture of the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract which will help everything to stick together.  Once the mix is firm, but still pliable, remove the bowl from the refrigerator to begin making bite size pieces.  Shoot for a 1-inch diameter, or you can make the balls any size you’d like! Another thing you could try is forming the entire mixture into a 9 inch by 9 inch pan, freeze it, and then cut them into granola bars.  Really you can shape this mixture any way you want.  

Once you have your bites shaped, stick them in the refrigerator in an air tight container, and enjoy them as you please, or grab one in a hurry! These bites can probably last in your refrigerator up to a week, and after that I would make a new batch.  

Like I said, these little bites are absolutely packed with nutrients. Here’s the breakdown:

 Nutrients and Benefits:  

Some of the ingredients in this recipe, you may have never used or cooked with before.  Flax seed? What is that?  Well, my curious learners, flax seed is actually one of the world’s first cultivated superfoods.  We’ve been consuming them for about 6,000 years.  They are a great source of dietary fiber and plant-based protein.  The flax seed in flax contains a gel-forming fiber that is water soluble.  This means it can go through the gastrointestinal tract undigested, so when it’s eaten mucilage from flax seed keeps food in the stomach and helps it so it does not find its way to the small intestine too quickly.  So, this increases nutrient absorption (like we talked about with avocados) and makes you feel fuller, longer.  The calories that are in flax will not even be absorbed because the fiber in flax seed is not able to be broken down in our digestive tracts.  In turn, this helps with weight loss.  

In just two tablespoons of flax seed there is 110 calories, 6 grams of carbohydrates, 4 grams of protein, 8.5 grams of fat, and 6 grams of fiber.  Not to mention about 10 other great nutrients including iron, vitamin, B6, potassium, and more!  The recipe I provided for you calls for half a cup of flax seed, so that means there are 8 tablespoons of flax seed in this recipe.  And if my math is correct, you can quadruple all of those amounts of stellar nutrients!  We’re not kidding when we say flax seed is definitely a superfood!  

Flax seed has another really awesome benefit which is that it is high in antioxidants; specifically, lignans.  These are special fiber-related polyphenols that provide antioxidants for reducing free radical damage.  Because of this, flax has anti-aging, hormonal-balancing, and cellular-regenerating effects.  Lignans also are famous for their antiviral and antibacterial properties.  Consuming flax on the regular can help reduce the number of sever colds and flus we contract.  Got to remember these no-bake energy bites for when flu season comes around!  

Now, let’s talk about another beneficial ingredient in these energy bites, and that is the old fashioned oats.  Oats are great for preventing, and actually treating, diabetes. Oatmeal is a complex carb, and a good one, so this means it has the ability to slow down our digestion of sugar. Beta-glucans make sure the sugar is not absorbed too quickly which, in turn, diminishes the blood sugar spikes and maintains our blood sugar levels to a stable point.  One study actually showed that participants with type 2 diabetes who ate oatmeal for four weeks reduced the amount of insulin they needed to stabilize their blood sugar levels by a whopping 40%!  

Remember how we said this weeks theme is energy?  Oats are the place to get energy!  As mentioned before, oats are a good carb, a slow digesting carb; and they are rich with protein which is another great source of energy for your body.  Your no-bake energy bites will have you feeling awake and alert for the entire day because these oats are slow digesting.  So, the energy lasts.  

One more ingredient we want to break down is the chia seeds. They are optional in this week’s recipe, and they might be another one that you maybe have never purchased or have cooked with.  Chia seeds are high in good, quality protein.  By weight, chia seeds are approximately 14% protein, which is very high for a plant!  These tiny seeds also carry essential amino acids so our bodies can make use of the protein that they provide for us.  High protein intake lowers our appetite and actually reduces our desire for night time snacking by 50%.  It cuts our love for midnight munchies right in half!  

Another great thing chia seeds do for us is improve our bone health. This tiny seed contains calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and protein which are all needed for our bones. Calcium in particular it contains 18% of the recommended dietary allowance in just one ounce.  That’s higher than almost every dairy product! If you do not eat dairy, chia seeds are where you should get your calcium intake because it is so incredibly easy to incorporate them into your diet.  The seeds themselves have almost no taste, so it is very easy to add them to just about anything! Blend them into a smoothie, top off a salad with some chia seeds, sprinkle them on top of your yogurt; anything!  Any way you like them, they will increase the nutritional value of what you’re eating dramatically.  

If you try these no-bake energy bites, let us know how your day went! Did you have more energy throughout the day?  Did you overall feel better and more alert?  Did you add any other ingredients?  We’d love to hear about it!  

Lastly, we here at College Eats want to leave you with the reminder that whatever you are going through, whatever darkness you are experiencing, it gets better.  This week one of our heroes, Anthony Bourdain, has died at the age of 61 due to suicide.  Anthony inspired so many people to learn about culture through food and was able to bring it to our homes through the media and his magnificent story telling. Mental health is not visible, so we are not so inclined to treat it urgently.  Please reach out to somebody that you trust.  

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:  1-800-273-8255

As always, stay hungry.  

 https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-health-benefits-of-chia-seeds#section11

https://legionathletics.com/health-benefits-of-oats/

https://draxe.com/10-flax-seed-benefits-nutrition-facts/

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Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

We are starting out the New Year with these, super-easy scrumptious no-bake Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars - Healthy, Vegan & Gluten-Free!  These are the best way to celebrate ever, especially if you have a serious sweet tooth looking for healthier options.

The best part is, you don't ever need a reason to celebrate to enjoy these bad boys, except for the most obvious!  They are healthy and taste so amazing, which is good because on another note, they are very addicting, yet satisfying.

You can make these Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Keto easily, just switch out the maple syrup with Keto sugar-maple syrup by Lakanto, if that happens to be in your New Year's resolution!  You can get it on Amazon through our affiliate link if you wish!  Here are also links for our favorite peanut butter and Vegan chocolate chips.  Stock up!

These Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are perfect for potlucks, holidays, snacking (our favorite past-time) and are made with just 5 ingredients, peanut butter, chocolate, almond flour or oat flour, maple syrup and salt. If you love peanut butter, you definitely should check out these 25 Awesome Vegan Peanut Butter Desserts!  We think you'll agree they're definitely awesome!

Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

These Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are also perfect for potlucks, holidays, snacking (our favorite) made with just 5 ingredients, peanut butter, chocolate, almond flour or oat flour, maple syrup and salt. These are the best way to celebrate ever, especially if you have a serious sweet tooth looking for healthy options. Peanut Butter Layer:1 1/2 cups peanut butter (almond butter or sunbutter can also be used)1/3 cup maple syrup (use Lakanto Sugar-free Maple Syrup for Keto option)1 1/2 cups almond flour (or 1 & 1/4 cups oat flour, certified gluten-free)1/2 teaspoon saltChocolate Peanut Butter Layer:1 1/2 cups chocolate chips3/4 cup peanut butter (almond butter or sunbutter can also be used) Peanut Butter Layer:In a medium-sized bowl, using a mixer or a food processor mix the peanut butter, maple syrup, salt and flour until well combined.Press mixture into an 8×8 dish.Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer:Add chocolate chips and remaining peanut butter into a microwave safe dish and microwave on 30 second increments until chips are melted about 2 - 2 & 1/2 minutes.Pour melted chocolate peanut butter mixture over peanut butter layer.Place in freezer for one hour, then cut and serve.Keep stored in fridge or freezer. For thinner bars, use these measurements: 1 cup peanut butter  1/4 cup maple syrup, add a little more if needed 3/4 cup oat flour certified gluten-free or 1 cup almond flour 1 cup chocolate chips 1/2 cup peanut butter Recipe slightly adapted from Erin Lives Whole   Read the full article