This is a tweaked version of a vegan “buttercream” frosting I was sent. VERY yummy. However, if you like dark chocolate I would gauge your cocoa amount accordingly. Chocolate ‘buttercream’ (makes enough for 12 cupcakes or 2 8-inch cakes) 6T coconut oil 2 2/3 c confectioner’s sugar (sifted) 1/2 (or more to taste) c. unsweetened cocoa powder (sifted) 1/3c. plus 1T. coconut milk 1/2 t. vanilla extract pinch of salt 1 tsp instant coffee crystals (optional) 1. In the bowl of a stand mixer with paddle attachment, beat oil on med speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. (Note: virgin coconut oil will give the frosting a coconut...
Read MoreI usually don’t post a recipe unless I try it out, but, this one came recommended from my friend’s two TEENAGE daughters. They are doing a Paleo-based diet (cutting out refined sugars, no processed foods or simple carbs) and they LOVED it. It’s a great way to work in veggies. 1 pound Ground pork (or beef) – or a mixture of hamburger and sausage 1 Chopped onion 1 tbsp. Garlic 1 head of Cabbage (we got the purple kind from our veggie box- cool color) One jar of organic Marinara sauce – or homemade to your liking 2 – 3 cups Parmesan or Romano cheese *Preheat oven to 350 *cut the cabbage into bite size pieces and put in a pot of...
Read MoreShout out to Sara K (a detoxanista) for this Detox worthy gluten-free recipe. Even if you’re not on the detox… this puppy is a great, healthy snack! Ingredients 1 cup almond butter 3 large organic eggs 1/3 - ½ cup organic pumpkin puree (I used ½ to make the bread moist OR use 1/3 cup pumpkin and 1/3 cup mashed banana 4 Tblsp melted butter ¼ cup honey 1 heaping tsp. of cinnamon A dash of allspice 1 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. lemon juice Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. 2. In a stand mixer, or with a handheld electric mixer, combine all ingredients except for the lemon juice. NOTE: I think you get a lighter bread if...
Read MoreThank you Sara K. for the recipe! Gluten-free and primal folks will rejoice! Cinnamon Topping: 2 Tblsp. Agave nectar (in the sugar aisle) 1 Tblsp. Cinnamon 1 Tblsp. Grapeseed oil (with the oils or in the natural foods area) 1. To make cinnamon topping, combine agave, cinnamon and oil in a small bowl. 2. Set mixture aside Muffin Mixture: 1 cup blanched almond flour (usually on the flour aisle….”Uncle Bob’s” is the brand I use) 2 Tblsp. Coconut flour ½ tsp. baking soda ¼ tsp. salt ¼ cup grapeseed oil ¼ cup agave nectar 3 eggs 1 Tblsp. vanilla extract 1. Combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda...
Read MoreThis recipe came across my path today… it’s from Kelsey Banfield who is a huge fan of McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes (I have never had one, but now… I might just make this recipe!) Do tell me what you think… yum! McDonald’s Shamrock Shake Copycat Recipe (makes 1 giant shake, or 2 generously sized shakes) Ingredients: 3 cups real vanilla ice cream (I prefer coconut milk varities since dairy and me are not friends). 1 3/4 cups milk (or substitute hemp milk or coconut milk… the thinner variety not the canned unless you want it really rich) 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract Green food coloring, if desired Directions: Blend all...
Read MoreI just made this last night… wow! Rich, thick and delicious! 1 cup full-fat coconut milk 1/8-1/4 cup agave (to taste) 4 ounces of unsweetened baking chocolate, cut into slivers OR 12 tablespoons cocoa powder* 3 egg yolks 1 teaspoon vanilla 1) Put egg yolk in a medium bowl and whisk. 2) Heat milk and chocolate over medium heat, stirring regularly until you attain a rolling boil – about 10 minutes. 3) Lower heat to low. Take about 1/3-1/2 of the mixture into the bowl of egg yolks and blend together. 4) Add egg mixture to chocolate mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes. 5) Remove from heat, add vanilla – stir. Place in 4 small...
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