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Mini Dark Chocolate Tahini Cups

Mini Dark Chocolate Tahini Cups
Mini Dark Chocolate Tahini Cups
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Mini Dark Chocolate Tahini Cups

Servings

24

servings
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

93

kcal

Ingredients

  • 10 1/2 ozs Dark Organic Chocolate (at least 70%
    cacao, chopped)

  • 1 1/4 tbsps Coconut Oil

  • 2 tbsps Tahini

  • 2 tbsps Xylitol/Erythritol/Stevia. (Watch video on sweeteners)

  • 1/4 cup Protein Powder (unflavoured)

Directions

  • Microwave the dark chocolate and the coconut oil in a large glass bowl at 50% power for 30 seconds at a time until melted.
  • Use a spoon to carefully pour a thin layer of chocolate into each mold of a silicone or lined mini muffin tray. Freeze for at least 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the tahini, maple syrup and protein powder. Mix until a dough forms. Roll the dough into small even balls using your hands. You will want to create the same number of balls as the number of servings you are making.
  • Remove the muffin tray from the freezer and gently press a dough ball into the middle of each mold. Drizzle melted dark chocolate around and overtop the dough. Gently shake the muffin tray to even out the chocolate. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
  • Refrigerate until set, about 10-15 minutes. Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

24 servings per container

  • Amount Per ServingCalories93
  • % Daily Value *
  • Total Fat 6g 10%
    • Sodium 9mg 1%
    • Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%
      • Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
      • Sugars 4g
    • Protein 2g 4%

      * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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      Elimination Diet Pumpkin Tahini Energy Balls

      Elimination Diet Pumpkin Tahini Energy Balls
      Elimination Diet Pumpkin Tahini Energy Balls
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      Elimination Diet Pumpkin Tahini Energy Balls

      Servings

      15

      servings
      Cooking time

      15

      minutes
      Calories

      115

      kcal

      Ingredients

      • 1/2 cup Coconut Flour (Bob’s Red Mill)

      • 2 tbsps Coconut Oil (melted)

      • 1/2 cup Pureed Pumpkin

      • 4 servings Collagen Peptides

      • 1/3 cup Tahini

      • 3 tbsps of suitable sweetener (Watch video)

      • 2 tsps Cinnamon

      • 1/4 cup Sesame Seeds

      Directions

      • In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine the coconut flour, coconut oil and pureed pumpkin. Mix thoroughly.
      • Add tahini, sweetener and cinnamon. Continue to mix until well combined. The mixture should be very doughy and stiff.
      • Roll dough into small balls. Pour sesame seeds onto a small plate and roll each ball in the seeds to coat.
      • Cover and store in the fridge up to 5 days, or the freezer for a month.

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      Nutrition Facts

      15 servings per container

      • Amount Per ServingCalories115
      • % Daily Value *
      • Total Fat 7g 11%
        • Sodium 45mg 2%
        • Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
          • Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
          • Sugars 3g
        • Protein 7g 15%

          * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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          Lemon Coconut Melts

          Lemon Coconut Melts
          Lemon Coconut Melts
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          Lemon Coconut Melts

          Servings

          12

          servings
          Cooking time

          10

          minutes
          Calories

          145

          kcal

          Ingredients

          • 1/2 cup Coconut Butter

          • 1/2 cup Coconut Oil (softened)

          • 1 Lemon (juice and zest)

          • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

          Directions

          • Mix everything together
          • Chill and serve
          • Change it up depending on your tastes and mood. A little mint extract, chopped, fresh mint and cacao powder for an after dinner mint; orange zest and cacao nibs is an excellent combo.

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          Nutrition Facts

          12 servings per container

          • Amount Per ServingCalories145
          • % Daily Value *
          • Total Fat 15g 24%
            • Sodium 3mg 1%
            • Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
              • Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
              • Sugars 1g
            • Protein 1g 2%

              * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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              Chocolate Coconut Fat Bombs

              Chocolate Coconut Fat Bombs
              Chocolate Coconut Fat Bombs
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              Chocolate Coconut Fat Bombs

              Servings

              8

              servings
              Cooking time

              30

              minutes
              Calories

              205

              kcal

              Ingredients

              • 3/4 cup Coconut Oil

              • 1/3 cup Cacao Powder

              • 2 tbsps Monk Fruit or any other suitable sweetener

              • 1/8 tsp Sea Salt

              Directions

              • Melt the coconut oil in a pot over low heat. Add the cacao powder and sweetener. Stir very well to combine or mix in a blender.
              • Ladle the mix into a mini square silicone mold and sprinkle sea salt on top. Place in the freezer to set for about 30 minutes. Remove from the mold and enjoy!

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              Nutrition Facts

              8 servings per container

              • Amount Per ServingCalories205
              • % Daily Value *
              • Total Fat 22g 34%
                • Sodium 38mg 2%
                • Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
                  • Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
                • Protein 1g 2%

                  * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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                  Brownie Batter Snack Balls

                  Brownie Batter Snack Balls
                  Brownie Batter Snack Balls
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                  Brownie Batter Snack Balls

                  Servings

                  8

                  servings
                  Cooking time

                  40

                  minutes
                  Calories

                  376

                  kcal

                  Ingredients

                  • 1/4 cup Pitted Dates (packed) (Dates increase the carbohydrate content. Please feel free to leave it out. You can add suitable sweetener)

                  • 1 cup Almond Butter

                  • 2 servings Collagen Peptides

                  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Seed Butter

                  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt

                  • 1/4 cup Cacao Powder

                  • 2 tbsps Coconut Flour

                  • 1/4 cup Organic Dark Chocolate Chips (Optional
                    for drizzle)

                  Directions

                  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
                  • Combine dates, collagen, pumpkin seed butter, sea salt, and cacao powder in the bowl of your food processor. Process until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary.
                  • Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the covered baking sheet. You should have about 3 balls per serving.
                  • To make the optional chocolate drizzle: melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler and drizzle over balls.
                  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour to set. Enjoy!

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                  Nutrition Facts

                  8 servings per container

                  • Amount Per ServingCalories376
                  • % Daily Value *
                  • Total Fat 30g 47%
                    • Sodium 226mg 10%
                    • Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
                      • Dietary Fiber 6g 24%
                      • Sugars 5g
                    • Protein 15g 30%

                      * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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                      Grain-Free Crackers

                      Grain-Free Crackers
                      Grain-Free Crackers
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                      Grain-Free Crackers

                      Servings

                      8

                      servings
                      Cooking time

                      30

                      minutes
                      Calories

                      158

                      kcal

                      Ingredients

                      • 2 tbsps Gelatin (organic, grass-fed beef)

                      • 1/3 cup Water

                      • 1/2 cup Avocado Oil

                      • 1/2 cup Coconut Flour

                      • 1 tsp Baking Powder (gluten free, grain free)

                      • 1 tsp Sea Salt

                      • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder (optional)

                      • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder (optional)

                      Directions

                      • Preheat oven to 350F
                      • In a small bowl mix the gelatin with 2 tablespoons water and stir until paste like. Boil the remaining 4 tablespoons of water. Stir into the gelatin and give it time to dissolve. Continue to stir until no lumps.
                      • Add the gelatin mixture to a large bowl and add in the rest of the ingredients. Stir together well.
                      • Line a baking pan with parchment paper and spread batter evenly to a 9 by 10 rectangle. Bake 22-24 minutes or until edges are browned and center is baked.
                      • Allow to cool 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

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                      Nutrition Facts

                      8 servings per container

                      • Amount Per ServingCalories158
                      • % Daily Value *
                      • Total Fat 15g 24%
                        • Sodium 375mg 16%
                        • Total Carbohydrate 4g 2%
                          • Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
                          • Sugars 1g
                        • Protein 3g 6%

                          * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.