• NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT ENERGY BITES

    NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT ENERGY BITES Tired of boring health food snacks? Try these easy, addictive, on-the-go energy bites; we’ve heard people call them a party-in-your-mouth. Using fiber and mineral-rich dates as a base, this chocolatey snack satisfies your sweet tooth and provides extra energy for your busy lifestyle. Ingredients (use organic ingredients where possible) ¼ cup hazelnuts 15 dates, pitted 2 tbsps cacao (raw chocolate) powder or substitute unsweetened cocoa powder ¼ cup unsweetened  almond butter 2 tbsps chia seeds 1 tbsp coconut oil ½ tsp pure vanilla extract Sea salt Utensil Food processor Method Process the hazelnuts into a medium-fine powder. Overall, it should be an even grind. Remove…

  • 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,…