Makes 24 cookies These cookies are not only a delicious treat, but they are a wonderful source of omega-3 fatty acids. 2½ cups walnuts 1/2 cup pure maple syrup ¼ cup nut butter (e.g., almond, hazelnut, mixed) 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup oat flour (or flour of your choice) …
Makes about 30 turtles If you loved “turtles growing up, you will have fun with these. They are less sweet than the originals, but even more flavorful and far more nutritious! Pecans (60 halves) 2 organic, fair trade dark chocolate bars (2 x 90 g/3 oz) Caramel Filling 1 cup pine nuts or raw cashews …
Makes about 40-45 balls. These protein-rich energy balls have just the right amount of spice – even though it seems like a lot. If you prefer, roll in hempseeds, coconut, or a mix of seeds. 1 ½ cups pecans 1 cup hazelnuts or almonds 1 cup dates, tightly packed (steam to soften, if hard) 1/4 …
Makes 24 cookies. These peanut butter cookies are gluten free and taste a lot like traditional peanut butter cookies. They can be made festive with a little chocolate or served plain. Another option is to top them with chopped peanuts dipped in maple syrup. 1 cup unsweetened, natural peanut butter (the runnier the better) 1/3 …
Makes about 24 squares. These squares are a chocolatey treat. No one would ever guess that they are free of added sugars and oils. 1 ½ cups dates (Medjool or other soft dates, or steam to soften) ½ cup soft almond or other nut butter 2 tablespoons plant-based milk 2 teaspoons vanilla ½ teaspoon salt …
Thimble Cookies Makes 2 dozen cookies.These whole food plant-based cookies are reminiscent of the thimble cookies grandma used to make. They are a yummy addition to any holiday cookie tray. ¾ cup tightly packed dates (Medjool or other soft dates, or steam to soften) ½ cup soft almond or other nut butter 1 teaspoon vanilla …
Makes 16 servings. This is decadent dessert which was created to celebrate a special birthday and the reunion of dear friends. It is very rich, so a little goes a long way. Play around with the ingredients and get creative with the decorations! Add a dollop of cashew pear cream for extra points! Crust …
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Cashew -Pear Cream (cream or whipping cream substitute) This is the healthiest, most delicious replacement available for whipping cream. Use in a breakfast bowl, on fruit salad, on pumpkin pie, apple crisp, baked or grilled fruit or other desserts. 1 x 15 oz can or jar of pears in water or juice or about …
Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies Makes 24-28 cookies. 1 cup (250 ml) dates, pitted, packed 1/3 cup (80 ml) boiling water 1 cup (250 ml) natural peanut butter (if very thick, thin with 1-3 Tbsp oil) 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla 1/4-1/2 tsp (1-2 ml) salt 1/3 cup (80 ml) ground …
Energy bars make a healthy snack for active people or can supplement a light lunch. Commercial bars often higher in sugar than you might imagine. These provide protein from seeds and contain no added sugars (unless dark chocolate is used as a topping!) Bars 3 cups (750 ml) dried fruit (well …
