Paleo Angel Food Cake

Try making this Paleo Angel Food Cake for your next dessert option! Egg whites are an excellent source of protein, and as a result, help to increase muscle mass and improve physical performance. Boosting heart health, preventing kidney stones, improving digestion, and reducing the risk of cancer are just a few of the health benefits lemon juice has to offer. Sea salt is packed with electrolytes and helps to improve nutrient absorption. Coconut sugar serves as a healthier alternative to traditional white sugar and helps to reduce the chance of blood sugar spiking. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

Cake:

• 12 egg whites

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• 1 ¼ tsp cream of tartar

• ¾ cup coconut sugar

• 1 cup arrowroot flour

Frosting:

• 1 ½ cups whipped coconut cream

• Fresh berries, optional

Instructions:

1) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2) In a stand mixer, mix the egg whites and lemon juice on medium-high for 30 seconds. Then, toss in the vanilla extract, sea salt, and cream of tartar. Mix on medium-high for about 2 minutes.

3) While the mixer is on medium-high, toss in the coconut sugar 1 tbsp at a time.

4) Turn the mixer down to medium and add in the arrowroot flour. Turn the speed up to medium-high and mix until smooth.

5) Transfer the batter to an angel food cake pan. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

6) Remove the cake from the oven and carefully turn it upside down onto a flat baking pan. Allow to cool for at least 1 hour.

7) Top the cake with the whipped coconut cream and fresh berries if preferred and enjoy!

Paleo Basil Pesto Sauce

Try making this Paleo Basil Pesto Sauce for your next paleo-friendly sauce option! Reducing blood pressure levels, combating inflammation, preventing ulcers, and increasing mental alertness are just a few of the many health benefits basil has to offer! Pine nuts serve as an excellent source of fiber and help to reduce bad cholesterol levels in the blood. Looking to fight against the common cold going around? Be sure to regularly add garlic to your diet as it helps to boost the immune system and prevent viruses from replicating within your cells. Serve this healthy pesto sauce with your favorite crackers, veggies, or noodles and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups basil leaves

• ⅓ cup pine nuts

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

• ½ tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1) Put the basil, nuts, and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until everything is chopped up well.

2) Pour in the olive oil and pulse until everything is mixed well.

3) Add in the sea salt and pepper. Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to one week. Enjoy!

Loaded Cauliflower Bake

Try making this Loaded Cauliflower Bake for your next dinner option! Cauliflower is packed with fiber and offers many health benefits such as reducing inflammation and aiding in weight loss. Garlic helps fight against heart disease and is also packed with antioxidants. Coconut milk aids in reducing inflammation, fighting off viruses, and boosting heart health. Dairy-free cheese serves as a great alternative in this recipe as it does not contain animal growth hormones commonly found in traditional dairy cheese. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets

• 1 ½ tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 ½ tbsp arrowroot flour

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1/3 cup paleo mayonnaise

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp sea salt

• 3/4 cup dairy-free cheddar cheese

• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2) In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the cauliflower for about 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.

3) Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the minced garlic and toss for about 30 seconds. Toss in the arrowroot flour and mix until golden.

4) Lower the heat to low-medium and pour in the coconut milk. Stir until well combined. Add in the mayonnaise and season with pepper and sea salt.

5) Add the cauliflower to the skillet and toss well to combine.

6) Transfer to a large casserole dish that has been greased with coconut oil. Top with dairy-free cheddar cheese. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes.

7) Allow to cool and then sprinkle with crumbled bacon and fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Peanut Butter Quinoa Bars

Try making these Peanut Butter Quinoa Bars for your next breakfast or snack option! Quinoa serves as a powerful source of antioxidants and offers a variety of health benefits including reducing inflammation, reducing the chance of cancer, and boosting metabolic health. Oats help promote weight loss and maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Chia seeds serve as an excellent source of fiber and help to improve heart health. Peanut butter is packed with protein and is a great source of healthy fats. Make these bars for breakfast or for a quick healthy snack and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup uncooked quinoa

• 1 cup gluten-free oats

• 1 tbsp chia seeds

• ½ cup organic peanut butter

• ½ cup chopped walnuts

• ¼ cup maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tsp sea salt

• 1 tsp coconut oil

• ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips

Instructions:

1) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line an 8 x 6 baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.

2) Evenly spread out the quinoa and oats on a baking sheet. Transfer to the oven for 10 minutes. Once the 10 minutes are up, add the quinoa and oats to a large bowl. Mix in the chia seeds.

3) In a saucepan, add the peanut butter, walnuts, maple syrup, vanilla extract, sea salt, and coconut oil. Heat over low-medium heat and continue to stir until creamy.

4) Once cooled, transfer the peanut butter mixture to the oat and quinoa mixture and combine well. Add the chocolate chips to the mixture.

5) Transfer the mixture to the lined baking pan. Chill in the refrigerator for up to 20 minutes.

6) Cut into 8 separate bars and enjoy!