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Tag: Elana Amsterdam

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Low-Carb Chocolate Donuts Splurge on a donut this weekend… without the guilt! Ingredients 1/4 cup Coconut Flour 1/4 cup Cacao Powder 1/4 teaspoon Celtic Sea Salt 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda 4 Large Eggs 1/2 cup Coconut Oil (melted) 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup Topping (*Optional) 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips 1 tablespoon Palm…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week A Fiber-rich Twist on Traditional Tapioca Pudding Chia Pudding Ingredients 1 cup Cashews (raw) 3 cups Water 1 tablespoon Honey 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extra Pinch of Sea Salt 1/4 cup Chia Seeds Directions Place the cashews and water in a high-powered blender. Blend on high speed until smooth. Add the honey,…

  • Thursday Nugget

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Kale Creamsicle A green smoothie for a guilt-free  St. Patrick’s Day! Ingredients 1 cup Kale (chopped) 1 Whole Orange (peeled and chopped) ¼ cup Water 1 scoop Organic Egg White Protein Powder 1 cup Ice Cubes Directions Combine kale, orange, and water in a high-powdered blender. Puree on a high…

  • A Christmas-y, Chocolate-y Treat

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Low-Carb 3-Ingredient Christmas Fudge Ingredients 3 cups Dark Chocolate Chips (at least 70% cacao) 1 cup Full Fat Coconut Milk 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Powder (*optional: for a special aromatic flavor) Directions In a medium pot, melt the chocolate chips and coconut milk together over very low heat. Stir in vanilla powder…

  • Foodie Friday

    Today is my birthday! While I am another year older… *sigh*…. Today marks the start of a new year! A year to face new challenges and become a better version of myself. What goals will you set for yourself on your special day?   In light of my birthday, this week’s healthy recipe is a sweet treat. Paleo…

  • Thursday Nugget

    Healthy Recipe of the Week A Paleo and Whole 30-approved Soup:  Easy, Flexible, and Perfect for Beginners! Butternut Squash Apple Soup Ingredients 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 1/2 cup Onion (diced) 6 cups Butternut Squash (peeled, seeded, and diced into 1-inch cubes) 1 cup Apple (peeled, cored, and sliced) 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon Celtic…

  • Thursday Nugget

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you seeking a quick, last minute Christmas gift for a co-worker, friend, or special someone? Gather these ingredients in a jar and make that person extra happy! Hot Chocolate Mix Ingredients 3 tablespoons Cacao Powder 1 ounce Cacao Butter (finely chopped) 3 tablespoons Coconut Sugar 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg 1…

  • Thursday Nugget

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you going gaga over pumpkins? I am! Pumpkins set the mood for a cozy Fall/Winter evening, fill our tummies with sweet delight, and are healthy too! Benefits of pumpkin, include: Rich in carotenoids 2 High in vitamin C Full of fiber Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients 1/2 cup Coconut Flour…

  • A Thanksgiving Dessert

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Don’t Stuff… Save Room for Something Sweet! Pumpkin Custard Ingredients 1/2 Cashews (raw) 1  tablespoon Agar Flakes (may substitute for gelatin) 1 pinch Sea Salt 1 1/4 cups Water (boiling) 1 1/2 cups Pumpkin (roasted or canned) 1/4 cup Agave Nectar or Honey 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg (ground)…

  • Thursday Nugget

    Healthy Recipe of the Week In light of my birthday today, I decided to bake a cake! A Flourless Cake with a Touch of Sweet and Warm Aroma Cinnamon Apple Cake  Ingredients 1 Apple (peeled, cored, and chopped) 2 tablespoons Orange Juice (fresh squeezed) 1 cup Creamy Roasted Almond Butter ¼ cup Honey or Agave…