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  • Easy Homemade Thin Mints

    On the Twelfth Days of Cookies

    December 12, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Peppermint Bark Smooth dark chocolate, a peppermint coconut butter layer, and crushed candy canes is the perfect combination for a healthy Christmas candy. www.innovativehealthfitness.com

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    On the Eleventh Days of Cookies

    December 11, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Peppermint Bark Smooth dark chocolate, a peppermint coconut butter layer, and crushed candy canes is the perfect combination for a healthy Christmas candy. www.innovativehealthfitness.com

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    On the Tenth Days of Cookies

    December 10, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the tenth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me peanut butter balls!

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    December 6, 2020
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  • On the Ninth Days of Cookies

    December 9, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the ninth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me gluten free white chocolate peppermint Cookies!

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    On the Seventh Days of Cookies

    December 7, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the seventh day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Peanut Blossom Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional peanut blossom cookies.

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    On the Sixth Days of Cookies

    December 6, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the sixth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Snickerdoodle Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional snickerdoodle cookies.

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    On the Fifth Days of Cookies

    December 5, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the fifth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Snowball Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional snowball cookies.

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    On the Forth Days of Cookies

    December 4, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the fourth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Chocolate Chip Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies.

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    On the Third Days of Cookies

    December 3, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the third day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Gingerbread Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional Gingerbread cookies.

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    On the Second Days of Cookies

    December 2, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the second day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Peanut Butter Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional peanut butter cookies.

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    On the First Days of Cookies

    December 1, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the first day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Keto Sugar Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional sugar cookies.

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     Day 6 of 12 Days of Cookies

    December 16, 2019 / 0 Comments

    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…

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     Day 5 of 12 Days of Cookies

    December 15, 2019 / 0 Comments

    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,…

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     Day 4 of 12 Days of Cookies

    December 14, 2019 / 0 Comments

    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,…

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     Day 3 of 12 Days of Cookies

    December 13, 2019 / 0 Comments

    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…

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  •  Day 2 of 12 Days of Cookies

    December 12, 2019 / 0 Comments

    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…

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    Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies

    December 11, 2019 / 0 Comments

    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,…

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  •  PEPPERMINT MARSHMALLOW CREAM CHOCOLATE BARS

    December 13, 2017 / 0 Comments

     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…

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