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Popcorn GranolaYou won’t believe how easy it is to make your own granola! Popcorn adds beneficial fiber and applesauce provides a kiss of sweetness. Just clean ingredients baked to perfection. Customizable with your favorite ingredients…think nuts, seeds, or dried fruit. Whip up a batch over the weekend and enjoy as a topper to yogurt, ice cream, or simply in a bowl poured with your favorite milk.Ingredients1/2 cup sunflower seeds5 cups popped, plain popcorn1 cup oats (GF, if needed)2 scoops vanilla…

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Green French ToastTaking @lilsipper’s 4 ingredient bread (which turns GREEN from a harmless reaction between the chlorophyll in the sunflower seeds and baking soda)…and making GREEN FRENCH TOAST. Reminds me of a famous Dr. Seuss book! Do you like them, Sam-I-Am? Try them here or try them there. Say! Green French Toast…I do so like them! Thank you, thank you Sam-I-Am (I mean…@lilsipper!) Ingredients@lilsipper’s 4 ingredient bread (used sunbutter, eggs, apple cider vinegar, baking soda)1 scoop pea-based vanilla protein powder…

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Minty Chocolate CupcakesNot too long ago, I posted a recipe for Mint Matcha Frosting. As promised, here is the peppermint cupcake recipe that provides the perfect pairing. Dark chocolate and light wisps of peppermint…with added protein and veggies from Nuzest’s Just Fruit and Veg, Cacao Mint…will make this your new cupcake bestie. Makes 4 large cupcakes.Ingredients1 container black beans, rinsed and drained 2 scoops @Nuzest_usa Just Fruit and Veg, Cacao Mint1/2 cup cocoa powder2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted (like @anthonysgoods)3-4…

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Coconut Cashew ButterA friend of mine just got back from Hawaii where she fell in love with coconut peanut butter. When she shared this two ingredient jar of yumminess, my creative culinary juices were flowing! Went home and whipped up a batch subbing cashews. I dare say it was the creamiest butter I’ve ever tasted! Perfect for topping any baked good, stirring in oatmeal, or just enjoying by the spoonful! 1 cup cashew butter (homemade or store-bought)Coconut meat from one…

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Homemade SyrupAs the saying goes, “necessity is the mother of invention.” True enough in the kitchen! Substitutions, swaps and creative culinary changes sometimes produce superb results! In absence of my typical liquid sweetener, I whipped up a sweet syrup that will now be a staple in our kitchen. Use on everything…pancakes, french toast, ice cream, yogurt…the sky is the limit. You can even use this syrup swap for your traditional sweetener in baked goods. This syrup is not only incredibly…

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Mounds of Coconut PancakesA slight adaptation of @thebigmansworld’s vegan pancake recipe by adding nutrient-dense protein powder @Nuzest’s Just Fruit and Veg, Fresh Coconut. Inside each scoop of this delicious powder is 5 fruits and 5 veggies…plus pea-based protein to support your hard working muscles. These vegan pancakes are totally fluffy and taste great! Hubby says they taste like a candy bar on a plate! Who knew kale, spinach, broccoli, carrot and beetroot could taste so good! 🙂 Ingredients2 ripe bananas1/2…

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Over the years, I have had many different renderings of pie. All varieties from restaurant specialties to homemade delights. Sadly, most have been forgettable. Not with this pie. I will never forget this pie. It’s creamy texture and simplistic blending of dark chocolate with whispers of coconut cream…truly memorable with each delicious bite. Oh, and did I mention the secret ingredient?? Check it out for yourself! Yields: 8 servings Filling Ingredients 3 scoops @Nuzest_usa Just Fruit & Veg, Fresh Coconut…

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Minty Chocolate PuddingSometimes when you just need a little something dreamy…using @Nuzest’s new product Just Fruit & Veg, Cacao Mint. If you don’t have that on hand (although, highly recommend), some vegan chocolate protein powder would work as a replacement. Just adjust peppermint extract to reach desired flavor. Enjoy, my friends. Your taste buds will thank you. Makes 4-6 generous servings.Ingredients2 scoops Nuzest Just Fruit & Veg, Cacao Mint½ cup pitted dates1 can coconut milk (not low-fat)½ cup coconut oil,…

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Nutty Berry BitesLove the flavor combo of nut butter and berries? Join the club! These bite-sized beauties will both satisfy your sophisticated palette and take you back to the simple days of lunch boxes and summertime picnics. Enjoy and share a few with your friends… If you don’t have the Nuzest Just Fruit & Veg yet, consider using 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder. Yield: 5 Nutty Berry Bites.Ingredients1 scoop vanilla pea-based protein powder (like @Nuzest_usa Smooth Vanilla Clean Lean…

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Riced Jicama Stir FryLove of jicama continues…simply peel jicama, roughly chop into pieces and throw into your food processor. Pulse until you get rice-sized bits. Stir-fry riced jicama in a warm skillet with a touch of avocado oil, a clove of garlic and some ginger. Throw in veggies of your liking and continue to cook until veggies are fork tender. Drizzle with your favorite sauce, scoop in your favorite bowl, and nosh away! ..for more recipes like this and articles…

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