Frozen Yogurt Bark

Try making this Frozen Yogurt Bark for your next dessert option! Coconut yogurt supports gut health, helps reduce inflammation, and is rich in probiotics. Maple syrup boosts immune function, helps maintain strong bones, and promotes healthy digestion. Strawberries are rich in antioxidants, a great source of fiber, and help fight off infections. Eat this Frozen Yogurt Bark topped with your favorite fruits and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups coconut yogurt

• 1/4 cup maple syrup

• 1/8 teaspoon salt

• Toppings to taste: strawberries, dark chocolate morsels

Instructions:

1) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2) In a large bowl, mix yogurt, maple syrup, and salt.

3) Spread the yogurt mixture evenly across parchment paper and add your toppings.

4) Freeze yogurt bark for 2-3 hours.

5) Break your bark into pieces before serving and enjoy!

Dark Chocolate Hummus

Try making this Dark Chocolate Hummus for your next dessert option! Chickpeas regulate bowel movements and help maintain a healthy gut. Dark chocolate helps lower blood pressure levels, which reduces the risk of heart disease. Tahini is a rich source of essential nutrients, including protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, and iron. Serve this Dark Chocolate Hummus with your favorite fruit and gluten-free crackers and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (no salt added), rinsed

• 4 ounces organic dark chocolate, chopped and melted

• ⅓ cup organic tahini

• ⅓ cup coconut oil

• ⅓ cup water

• ½ teaspoon maple syrup

• ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions:

1) Place rinsed chickpeas, tahini, coconut oil, water, maple syrup and salt in a food processor.

2) Mix the ingredients together, scraping down the sides as needed, until smooth.

3) While the motor is running on low speed, add melted dark chocolate and process until combined.

S’mores Cookies

Try making these S’mores Cookies for your next gluten-free dessert option! Coconut sugar serves as a healthier alternative to traditional sugar as it has a lower glycemic index. Eggs are an excellent source of choline, which helps boost memory and mood. Eggs also increase good “HDL” cholesterol, which helps fight heart disease. Sea salt serves as an excellent source of electrolytes, helping to promote hydration. Share this cookie recipe with those looking for a delicious gluten-free dessert option and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup coconut sugar

• ½ cup grass-fed butter or dairy-free butter, melted

• 2 egg yolks

• ½ tsp xanthan gum

• ½ tsp sea salt, plus more for topping

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1 ½ cups plus 2 tbsp gluten-free flour

• 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips

• ½ cup mini paleo marshmallows

Instructions:

1) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.

2) Combine the coconut sugar and melted butter in a large bowl. Add in the egg yolks and combine well.

3) Toss in the xanthan gum, sea salt, vanilla extract, and baking soda. Stir until well combined.

4) Pour in the gluten-free flour and mix well. Toss in the chocolate chips and marshmallows and combine well.

5) Use a cookie scooper to scoop about 1 ½ tbsp of the cookie mix and use your hands to roll the dough into a ball. Top the cookies with extra sea salt. (This recipe will yield about 18 cookies). 

6) Bake in the oven for about 10-12 minutes or until cookies begin to become golden-brown on top.

7) Allow to cool before serving and enjoy!

Chocolate Covered Pecan Truffles

Try making these Chocolate Covered Pecan Truffles for your next holiday dessert option! Pecans promote blood sugar control, boost cognitive health and reduce inflammation. They also serve as an excellent source of both fiber and antioxidants! Coconut sugar is a healthy sweetener alternative due to its lower glycemic index. It also contains several minerals such as zinc, iron, and magnesium. Maple syrup contains several nutrients including manganese and antioxidants, both of which help reduce inflammation. Serve these truffles at your next holiday gathering and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 2 ½ cups finely chopped pecans

• 1 cup gluten-free graham cracker crumbs

• ¾ cup coconut sugar

• ½ cup maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup dairy-free chocolate morsels

• 1 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions:

1) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2) In a large bowl, combine the pecans, graham cracker crumbs, coconut sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.

3) Scoop two tbsp of the mixture and roll into balls. Line them evenly on the lined baking sheet.

4) Transfer the pan to the freezer and allow to chill for at least one hour.

5) Combine the chocolate morsels and coconut oil in a small saucepan and heat over low-medium heat until melted.

6) Dip the truffles into the melted chocolate. Use any remaining chocolate to drizzle onto the truffles.

7) Chill in the freezer for an additional 30 minutes before serving.

8) Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to one week and enjoy!