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CHOCOLATE OATMEAL HAYSTACKS

CHOCOLATE OATMEAL HAYSTACKS

No-bake chocolate oatmeal “haystacks” were the first cookies I ever made growing up.  Here I have put a healthy spin on the sugar-laden recipe of my youth.  

Now don’t get me wrong — there’s nothing wrong with indulging in some good old fashioned (or shall we say “un-healthified”) comfort food from time-to-time.  But I also love remaking recipes so that they are both nutritious AND delicious.  When we put some thought and consideration into our ingredients, we can create tasty treats with actual health benefits.  And who doesn’t want to give their family cookies — maybe even for brekkie — and feel good about it?!?

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CHOCOLATE TAHINI FREEZER FUDGE

CHOCOLATE TAHINI FREEZER FUDGE

These rich, decadent nut-free fudge cups have been a HUGE hit with all my taste testers.  Better still, they’re crazy simple to make and packed with antioxidants, minerals, healthy fats & protein.  Trust me here and give the recipe a go — your future self will thank me!

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PB & CHOCOLATE CHUNK BANANA BREAD (grain-free)

PB & CHOCOLATE CHUNK BANANA BREAD (grain-free)

Yes, it’s another banana bread recipe.  But honestly, can you ever have too many banana bread options?!?  And this one is an absolute winner.  Not only does it taste AMAZING, but it also happens to be packed with fibre, healthy fats & protein.

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BANANA PALEO PROTEIN COOKIES (grain-free)

BANANA PALEO PROTEIN COOKIES (grain-free)

Cookies for breakfast?  Don't mind if I do!  These banana, cassava & coconut cookies have that wonderful slightly crispy outside, soft and chewy inside. Better still, they are super easy to make; free of nuts, dairy, grains & refined sugar; and packed with fiber, healthy fats, protein, and adaptogens, too!

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JAPANESE SWEET POTATO WAFFLES (grain-free, paleo)

JAPANESE SWEET POTATO WAFFLES (grain-free, paleo)

These grain-free, dairy-free sweet potato waffles are packed with veggies, fibre and protein and work well served sweet or savory. They ain’t picture perfect, but they sure taste amazing. Give them a try and LMK what you think!

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CHOCOLATE SWEET POTATO DONUTS (paleo, grain-free, low carb)

CHOCOLATE SWEET POTATO DONUTS (paleo, grain-free, low carb)

These fudgy, decadent-tasting donuts are super easy to make and contain no dairy, grains, or added sugar. Better still, they’re packed with veggies (yup, real veggies!), fibre, healthy fats, protein, and (optional) adaptogens, too! Doesn’t get much better than that!

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SALTED CARAMEL CASHEW FREEZER FUDGE

SALTED CARAMEL CASHEW FREEZER FUDGE

If you’re on the hunt for an easy & delicious treat, look no further.  Salted Caramel Cashew Freezer Fudge IS YOUR ANSWER!!

These rich and decadent little fudge cups were a HUGE hit with all my taste testers.  Better still, they’re crazy simple to make and packed with healthy fats & protein. Trust me here and give these a go.  Your future self will thank me!

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MANGO "PANNA COTTA"

MANGO "PANNA COTTA"

Made with just a few ingredients, this mango maca & coconut pudding has a bright mango flavour and a unique texture that’s kind of like jello and pudding had a baby...  Intrigued?!?  Well, the good news is, it’s crazy easy to make, great for the gut, and packed with healthy fats, protein and adaptogens, too.

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GRAIN-FREE BANANA BREAD (including Nut-Free, Double Chocolate, & Cranberry Walnut versions)

GRAIN-FREE BANANA BREAD (including Nut-Free, Double Chocolate, & Cranberry Walnut versions)

Ok, so I just love banana bread.  I mean, banana bread and smoothies are the reason bananas exist, right?!?  Anyway, I initially came up with this paleo-friendly recipe one day after buying my first bag of Otto's Cassava flour.  Since then, the recipe has been modified and taste-tested numerous times.  It's so moist and delicious that you'll barely believe it is totally dairy, grain and refined sugar free. I have provided nut-free, chocolate chunk, and cranberry walnut versions.

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PBB&J SMOOTHIE BOWL

PBB&J SMOOTHIE BOWL

PB&J is a classic combo for a reason.  It’s downright awesome.

Here I have added an extra “B” twist and created a thick and creamy smoothie that satisfies the craving for PB&J while also delivering veggies, fibre, antioxidants, healthy fats and protein.

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APPLE & ADAPTOGEN PALEO PROTEIN BREAD

APPLE & ADAPTOGEN PALEO PROTEIN BREAD

APPLE & ADAPTOGEN PALEO PROTEIN BREAD (aka APB) is so good that it truly warrants an all-points bulletin! (Lol — a girl’s gotta have some cheesy fun every now and again, right?!?).  In all seriousness, though, this tasty grain-free bread is super easy to make, free of refined sugar, and absolutely packed with healthy fats, fibre and protein.

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MATCHA PROTEIN KETO-CAKES (grain-free)

MATCHA PROTEIN KETO-CAKES (grain-free)

These grain and refined sugar-free pancakes are always a hit with my matcha-loving family.  They are made with almond meal (i.e. ground-up almonds) and collagen peptides in place of traditional flour, along with eggs and coconut milk.  As a result, they are low-carb (and paleo, whole30 & keto-friendly!), but absolutely packed with antioxidants, protein, healthy fats, and even probiotics!

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CHOCOLATE AVOCADO PROTEIN PUDDING

CHOCOLATE AVOCADO PROTEIN PUDDING

This easy-make pudding is so rich and creamy that you’d hardly believe it gets the Dr. Tara stamp of approval for brekkie!  In fact, it’s a great breakfast option since it is refined sugar-free but packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fibre, healthy fats, and protein!

Don’t let the avocado in here scare you off.  Avocado & cacao are a match made in heaven.  Even if you think you don’t like avocado, trust me on this one and give it a whirl!

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