• DREAMY SNICKERDOODLES

     Day 6 of 12 Days of Cookies

    DREAMY SNICKERDOODLES On the sixth day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me…  DREAMY SNICKERDOODLES DREAMY SNICKERDOODLESyield: 12 prep time: 10 cook time: 10 total time: 20 COOKIES:1 cup almond flour (I use Bob’s, Red Mill)1 cup oat flour*1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup unrefined coconut oil**1/4 cup coconut sugar or Stevia1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons almond milk TOPPING:3 tablespoons organic coconut sugar or Stevia1 teaspoon cinnamon DIRECTIONS:For the topping: In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and the sugar. Stir to mix then set aside.For the cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F then lines a baking sheet with parchment…

  • Thin Mints

     Day 5 of 12 Days of Cookies

    Paleo Peppermint Patties On the fifth day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me…  Paleo Peppermint Patties Paleo, Gluten-Free, Soy Free, Milk Free, Egg Free Ingredients1 ½ cups almond flour¾ cup arrowroot powder½ cup honey6-8 drops peppermint essential oils (depending on how strong you like your peppermint!)10 oz. chocolate chips or chunks1 teaspoon ghee Instructions1. )Combine the almond flour, arrowroot, honey and peppermint in a bowl and stir to combine completely.2.)Scoop into 1 tablespoon sized balls then press them into patties and place them on a silicone pat lined a baking sheet (or wax paper) and freeze for at least 30 minutes3.) Melt chocolate in the microwave in 30-second increments,…

  • gingerbread cookies

     Day 4 of 12 Days of Cookies

    GINGERBREAD COOKIES On the fourth day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… These are the best gluten-free gingerbread cookies you will find! These gluten-free gingerbread cookies are soft, moist, and shapeable, can be easily prepped ahead of time, and are sweet and delicious, just like gingerbread cookies should be! Say goodbye to crumbly, tasteless, cardboard gluten-free cookies just in time for Christmas! GINGERBREAD COOKIESMakes 12 – 30, depending on the size of the cutterINGREDIENTS2 1/2 cups almond meal1/4 cup coconut flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon ground ginger2 pinches ground cloves1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder2 tablespoons grass-fed butter, melted1/2 cup honey1 teaspoon vanilla powder1 egg Instructions* Place almond meal,…

  • jam thumbprint cookie

     Day 3 of 12 Days of Cookies

    JAM THUMBPRINT COOKIES  On the second day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me…  An easy, no-mixer-required recipe for healthy thumbprint cookies! Sweet, buttery, absolutely irresistible… And only 46 calories!  Jam Thumbprint Cookies (Paleo, GF, Vegan) Prep Time 15 minutesCook Time 10 minutes Total Time 25 minutes Servings 15 cookies Ingredients1¼ cup blanched almond flour¼ cup coconut oil melted3 tablespoons maple syrup¼ cup fruit jam or preserves (Bonus if you have a homemade jam!) Instructions* In a medium bowl, mix together all ingredients except for the jam and shape into a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours).* Preheat oven to 375ºF…

  •  Day 2 of 12 Days of Cookies

    PEPPERMINT MARSHMALLOW CREAM CHOCOLATE BARS  On the second day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me…   PEPPERMINT MARSHMALLOW CREAM CHOCOLATE BARS  gluten free, grain free, dairy free,soy free, nut free Prep time – 1 + 1/2 hours + overnight chillingYield – about 12 barsNo bake! Ingredients8 oz. Bittersweet Chocolate1 Tablespoon Coconut oil1 Tablespoon beef gelatin1/4 cup water1/4 cup + 1 teaspoon raw honey1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract or 2-4 drops Peppermint essential oils 1 pinch sea salt4 candy canes, smashed Instructions: • Fill a medium saucepan about halfway with water. Place pan on the stove over high heat until the water almost boils, then turn the heat to low. Place a medium sized glass…

  • Energizing Peanut Butter Balls

    Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies

    I am so excited to start this blog series this month  12 Days of Cookies! These recipes are delicious and healthier versions. I have something for everyone, Paleo, Whole30, Gluten-Free, Vegan… Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies!  On the first Day of Cookies, my trainer gave to me…  These energy peanut butter protein balls are my take on the tradition Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie. I don’t just make these protein balls just around Christmas time, I make them for parties or for a quick grab and go snack. I have made these for my bunko group, Christmas party, school parties and they are a big hit. Energizing Peanut Butter Protein Balls Paleo, Gluten-Free,…

  • 12 Days if Cookies

    12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series

    I just love this time of year! Holiday parties, driving around looking at  Christmas light, Christmas movies, time for giving…  I have a new series starting my Christmas gift to you. It’s 12 Days Christmas Cookie Series I have 12 recipes coming your way. And they are paleo, grain-free, refined sugar-free and totally and completely full of delicious flavor. These are perfect for anything Christmas desserts. A cookie exchange, cooking with the kids, holiday parties, Christmas Eve night, Cookies for Santa. Anything! 12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series If there is a time to make a lot of cookies, it is Christmas time! And it feels so good to be in the kitchen in December…

  •  PEPPERMINT MARSHMALLOW CREAM CHOCOLATE BARS

     On the second day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me…   PEPPERMINT MARSHMALLOW CREAM CHOCOLATE BARS  gluten free, grain free, dairy free,soy free, nut free Prep time – 1 + 1/2 hours + overnight chillingYield – about 12 barsNo bake! Ingredients8 oz. Bittersweet Chocolate1 Tablespoon Coconut oil1 Tablespoon beef gelatin1/4 cup water1/4 cup + 1 teaspoon raw honey1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract or 2-4 drops Peppermint essential oils 1 pinch sea salt4 candy canes, smashed Instructions: • Fill a medium saucepan about halfway with water. Place pan on the stove over high heat until the water almost boils, then turn the heat to low. Place a medium sized glass or metal bowl over the…

  • 12 Days if Cookies

    Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies

    I am so excited to start this blog series this month  12 Days of Cookies! These recipes are delicious and healthier versions. I have something for everyone, Paleo, Whole30, Gluten-Free, Vegan… Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies!  On the first Day of Cookies, my trainer gave to me…  These energy peanut butter protein balls are my take on the tradition Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie. I don’t just make these protein balls just around Christmas time, I make them for parties or for a quick grab and go snack. I have made these for my bunko group, Christmas party, school parties and they are a big hit. Energizing Peanut Butter Protein Balls Paleo, Gluten-Free,…

  • 12 Days if Cookies

    12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series

    12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series I just love this time of year! Holiday parties, driving around looking at  Christmas light, Christmas movies, time for giving…  I have a new series starting my Christmas gift to you. It’s 12 Days Christmas Cookie Series I have 12 recipes coming your way. And they are paleo, grain-free, refined sugar-free and totally and completely full of delicious flavor. These are perfect for anything Christmas desserts. A cookie exchange, cooking with the kids, holiday parties, Christmas Eve night, Cookies for Santa. Anything! If there is a time to make a lot of cookies, it is Christmas time! And it feels so good to be in the kitchen in December…