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Frozen Banana Yogurt Bites

Frozen Banana Yogurt Bites

Yields: 12 bites Prep Time: 15 minutes (hands-on) Total Time: 25 minutes (hands-on); freezing time 1 hour A super simple snack, or even dessert, that is loaded with nutrients, yet has no refined sugar, is gluten free and is a delicious healthy treat! Ingredients 3 cups frozen banana slices 1/2 cup whole milk Greek vanilla yogurt 1 tablespoon almond milk (or preferred milk, can be rice milk if dairy and nut allergy) 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips Directions 1. Prepare banana

Healthy Mac and Cheese Bites

Healthy Mac and Cheese Bites

Yields: about 48 bites Prep Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes These little bites are all the flavor with less fat and more nutrition, chicken stock replacing milk and cauliflower replacing flour. And yes, you heard right – cauliflower is pureed right in without even realizing it, making for a tasty and healthy bite! Ingredients 2 cups (about 8 ounces) dry elbow macaroni 3 cups vegetable or chicken stock 1 1/2 cups chopped cauliflower 2 tablespoons butter 3 cups shre

No Refined Sugar Honey Almond Crispy Rice Treats

No Refined Sugar Honey Almond Crispy Rice Treats

Yields: 9 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes With protein, healthy fats, no gluten or refined sugar, these crispy rice treats are a perfect and nutritionally dense bite to satisfy! Ingredients 1/2 cup natural creamy unsalted almond butter 1/2 cup high quality honey 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon coconut oil 2 cups brown rice cereal (I used fruit juice sweetened) 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut Directions 1. In a small

Crispy Rice and Coconut Date Bites

Crispy Rice and Coconut Date Bites

Yields: about 26-30 bites Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Dates, coconut and cashews are the base for these healthy treats. Packed with nutrition and most importantly, flavor, these little bites are free of gluten, refined sugar and are vegan, satisfying any sweet craving! Ingredients 10 dates, softened, chopped and pits removed (about 1 cup) 1 cup raw cashews 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 1/4 cup almond meal 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1

Creamy Honey and Cinnamon Chickpea Dip

Creamy Honey and Cinnamon Chickpea Dip

Yields: about 2 cups Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Fiber and protein rich chickpeas share the stage here with creamy and calcium rich cream cheese, blending perfectly with a bit of naturally sweet honey and a depth of flavor from ground cinnamon. Great as a fruit dip and especially delicious with cinnamon sugar pita chips! Ingredients 1 cup chickpeas, drained 1 cup cream cheese (I prefer whipped) 1/4 cup high quality honey 1 teaspoon ground cin

Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Baked Brie

Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Baked Brie

Yields: about 1/2 pound Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes This baked brie is an easy dish that is rich in calcium and protein (and is really delicious!), and is a favorite simple appetizer for those special times. Ingredients 1/2 pound brie cheese (there are lighter options, and they will still melt pretty well, so I often opt for these) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes in oil Directions 1. Preheat oven to 275 degrees F

Cheesy Kale and Spinach Quinoa Bites

Cheesy Kale and Spinach Quinoa Bites

Yields: about 16-18 bites Prep Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes These little gems are easy to make, packed with flavor and loaded with nutritious ingredients such as spinach, kale and quinoa. Vegetarian and gluten free, these spinach and kale bites are perfect as an appetizer or even as a kid-friendly meal! Ingredients 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, defrosted 1/2 cup kale, stems removed and finely diced 1/4 cup yellow onions, finely diced 2 teaspoons minc

Strawberry and Beet Tropical Smoothie

Strawberry and Beet Tropical Smoothie

Yields: about 3 cups Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes This smoothie is full of beets, strawberries, pineapple and coconut butter and is rich in antioxidants, iron, and healthy fats! Plus, it boasts a taste that brings you right into warmer weather (regardless of the temperature outside)! Ingredients 1 cup frozen strawberries 1/2 cup raw beets, peeled and diced 1/2 cup frozen pineapple pieces 2 cups water 2 tablespoons raw coconut butter Direc

Chewy Chocolate Caramel and Sea Salt Almond Clusters

Chewy Chocolate Caramel and Sea Salt Almond Clusters

Yields: about 2 cups Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour minutes Just 6 ingredients, gluten free and a base of heart healthy almonds, these little bites are a perfect balance of sweet chocolate and caramel with a touch of savory sea salt. Plus, they are hard to stop eating! Ingredients 1 1/2 cups almonds 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/4 cup brown rice syrup 1 tablespoon whole milk 1 teaspoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon sea salt Directions 1. Pre

Dried Fruit and Honey Granola Squares

Dried Fruit and Honey Granola Squares

Yields: 9 – 12 squares Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 2.5 hours With no refined sugar and full of fiber and iron from dried fruit and oats, these granola squares are quick to whip up and are a naturally sweet treat to satisfy a craving. Ingredients 1 1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats 1 1/4 cup crispy rice cereal (gluten free if necessary) 1/4 cup (can be 1/2 cup if really fan of dried fruit) dried apricots, finely diced 1/4 cup (can be 1/2 cup if really

Spinach & Avocado Deviled Eggs

Spinach & Avocado Deviled Eggs

Yields: 12 deviled eggs Prep Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes These deviled eggs are a healthier spin on the traditional dish, and they are taken up a notch by adding folate rich spinach as well as avocado that is loaded with healthy fats! Ingredients 6 hardboiled eggs, peeled and cut in half, lengthwise 1/2 cup fresh spinach 1/2 medium avocado 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 teaspoons dijon or yellow mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Chocolate Covered Raspberry and Cashew Truffles

Chocolate Covered Raspberry and Cashew Truffles

Yields: about 24 truffles Hands-On Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 2 hours soaking time for cashews & freezing) Total Time: 2.5 hours These decadent bites taste like mini ice cream truffles, yet have only 5 simple ingredients, no refined sugar and are full of nutrition! Cashews offer healthy fats with no cholesterol and raspberries bring vitamin C and antioxidants to this little treat! With the right chocolate chips, these truffles can be gluten free and vegan, too. Ingredi

Kale and Parmesan Cheese Crackers

Kale and Parmesan Cheese Crackers

Yields: about 6 cups Prep Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Kale and Parmesan cheese complement each other well as they come together with half whole wheat flour to create a tasty and savory cracker. Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped kale, tightly packed 1 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, plus a few tablespoons for garnish if desired 3 tablespoons butter, melted or softened 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons water 1 cup whole wheat pastry

Roasted Beet, White Bean & Feta Cheese Dip

Roasted Beet, White Bean & Feta Cheese Dip

Yields: about 1.5 cups Prep Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Beets are loaded with iron, potassium, and fiber while white beans bring in calcium and magnesium to this vibrant dip! Great with veggies, pita chips or even on a wrap, the nutrition and taste can’t be “beet” in this one! Ingredients 2 medium beets, peeled and diced 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil 1 small garlic clove 1/16 teaspoon ground black pepper (more for a bigger kick)

Pumpkin Pecan Granola

Pumpkin Pecan Granola

Yields: about 2 cups Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes A bit of maple syrup and brown sugar combine with pumpkin puree and a hint of cinnamon to coat a granola mixture including oats, nuts and pumpkin seeds. The sugars from maple and brown sugar crisp the granola in the oven creating warm, cinnamon goodness boasting fiber, iron and zinc from the nuts, seeds and oats. Ingredients 1 1/2 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup puffed rice cereal 1/4 cup raw peca

Frozen Fruit - Simple & Delicious Snacking

Frozen Fruit - Simple & Delicious Snacking

There really is no need for a recipe here (maybe directions if you are freezing yourself). If you are freezing yourself, simply take fresh raspberries and spread out on a silicone or parchment paper lined baking tray. Make sure the berries are not touching. Freeze overnight, and then gather into an airtight container and freeze until ready to use. It is a hot day today, and I didn't get a chance to make popsicles. However, we have lots of frozen treats already in the free

Toasty Tamari Roasted Almonds

Toasty Tamari Roasted Almonds

Yields: 2 cups Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Adding tamari to raw almonds brings out the naturally deep flavor of the almonds with a bit of savory salt to quench any craving. Almonds are a good source of vitamin E, copper, magnesium and protein, as well as beneficial fats. Ingredients 2 cup raw almonds 1 1/2 tablespoon tamari (can specify gluten free if necessary) 1 teaspoon avocado oil (or preferred oil) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fa

Cool Kale and Banana Popsicle

Cool Kale and Banana Popsicle

Yields: about 2 cups Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 3 hours High in potassium, vitamins A and C, these popsicles are sure to please anyone – big or small! Coconut butter (or milk) adds a healthy fat to keep these a well-balanced treat. Ingredients 1 banana 2 lacinato or curly kale leaves, stem removed 2 ice cubes 1/2 cup frozen pineapple 2 tablespoons raw coconut butter (or canned whole fat coconut milk) 3/4 cup water (a tablespoon or so less if using

Homemade Gummies

Homemade Gummies

Yields: about 2 cups of liquid (amount of jigglers depend on molding used) Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes A great source of amino acids and quality nutrition, these wigglers are a treat you can feel good about serving. Best of all, you control the ingredients! Ingredients 1 1/2 cups grape juice (or your favorite juice) 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 5 tablespoons grass fed gelatin 1/8 teaspoon coconut oil (careful not to use too muc

Seaweed Super Popcorn

Seaweed Super Popcorn

Yields: one bowl of popcorn Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: under 10 minutes Excellent as a snack, this popcorn is sprinkled with dulse seaweed flakes as a good source of B6 and B12, in addition to other minerals. There is a very mild taste, so those with a less than ambitious palate will not be offended. Ingredients One bowl of popped popcorn 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1-2 tablespoons of seaweed flakes per every 4 cups popped popc

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