Chefs do crazy things with nuts. In this otherwise straightforward chicken dish, cashews are transformed into a creamy sauce, and candied spiced walnuts are used as a crunchy topper.Ingredients:2 tablespoons unsalted butter1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 large egg white1/2 cup (packed) light brown sugar2 cups walnut halves2 cups cashews1 1/4-inch-thick slice white bread,…
Oh yeah, I went there. Again. I made this cake for my mum’s party, so fingers crossed that her friends like it. I’m also saving a piece as my secret santa gift for a party tomorrow night. Double fingers crossed. Or… fingers crossed on both hands; that’s more comfortable. I am still on my Mariah…
Fudgy, dark chocolate energy bites made with wholesome ingredients? Yes, please! Ready your food processors, friends. Let’s make the tastiest snack on the block! These energy bites are made with 6 simple ingredients in less than 30 minutes! The base is my favorite natural sweetener: dates! I love dates because they’re nature’s caramel and boast…
Healthy superfood cookies made with chia and hemp seeds, and naturally refined sugar free and gluten free. These hearty cookies are not just for dessert, you can grab one for breakfast or an afternoon snack. They are filled with protein and Omega-3s from chia and hemp seeds and peanut butter. Using seed butter will work…
This oatmeal cookie recipe has a healthy twist and tastes terrific! Hemp and Chia Seed Oatmeal Cookies are made with multigrain flour, oats, chia and hemp seeds. Hemp & Chia Seed Oatmeal Cookies are a big hit with my son’s University Track and Field team and my family’s favourite oatmeal cookie. The multigrain flour adds a nice crunch to…
On Saturday, I’ll be supplying some delicious, healthy treats for a SOUL Food event hosted by my friend’s amazing event planning company, Soulscape Journeys. What I love so much about Soulscape is that their focus is on supporting and promoting holistic wellness through empowerment, raising consciousness and building community. I think it’s a beautiful mission. For…
Ingredients:Dry ingredients:1½ cups rolled oats (gluten-free oats if required)(optional ½ cup raw quinoa, pan-toasted while stirring constantly for 2 or 3 minutes)½ cup raw pepitas (green pumpkin seeds)½ cup raw sunflower seeds1½ cups nuts (i use 1 cup sliced almonds and ½ cup chopped walnuts)¼ cup flaxseed½ cup raw hemp heartsDry ingredient to bake separately:2…
These bars don’t take advantage of the unique gelling properties of chia, but do take advantage of its nutrition! (Think: fibre, omega-3s and calcium, among other nutrients) To make these vegan, use another liquid sweetener, like agave nectar or corn syrup (maple syrup may be too thin). To make these gluten-free, be sure to purchase…
Mexican Hot Chocolate Pie with Hemp Seed Shortbread Crust~ It’s a cross between a french silk pie and a churro. The crust is nutty, buttery and light (GF).Ingredients:1¼ Cup Gluten Free Flour Blend1 Cup Butter (2 Sticks), softened½ Cup Just Hemp Foods Protein Powder½ Cup Just Hemp Foods Hulled Hemp Seeds2 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder½ Cup…
I entered my very first baking contest with this recipe for Gluten Free Hemp Chia Seed Oatmeal Cookies and WON! This is a terrific gluten free version of one of my favourite oatmeal cookie recipes. I used special ground gluten free flour I bought at a whole foods market. The hemp and chia seed add sensational…
Did you know that some of the greatest things in this world were invented or discovered by accident? Corn flakes, Post-it notes, penicillin, the Slinky, America… And these cookies. Ok, maybe putting them in the “greatest things in this world” list might be pushing it a little, but hey, pretty darn close. How else would…
Ingredients:½ c almond butter1 c steel cut oats½ c shredded coconut½ c hemp hearts¼ c honey⅛ c mini chocolate chipsInstructions:Combine all of the ingredients well in a medium bowl.Roll into walnut sized balls.Store in the refrigerator or freezer.
Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate & oat flour. High in omega-3 & low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan I find it ironic how everyone on the planet is doing a new “diet” right now and I’m over here posting muffins…
Delicious and nutrient dense dark chocolate protein bars full of “superfood” ingredients and none of the added sugars or preservatives.Ingredients:* pitted date 20 each* walnut 5 cup (60 g)* milled chia seed 25 cup (90 g)* hemp protein powder 1 cup (100 g)* hemp heart 5 cup (80 g)* raw cacao powder 1 cup (100…
Ingredients:1 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour1 1⁄2 teaspoons baking powder1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda1⁄2 cup butter1 cup granulated sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon maple syrup1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla1 cup granola cereal (Hemp)1⁄2 cup sunflower seeds1⁄2 cup pumpkin seeds1 cup dried prune, finely choppedInstructions:Preheat oven to 375 degrees FahrenheitLine a large cookie sheet with parchment paper. Set asideBlend flour, b powder…
Kids are hungry little guys! I’m always on the hunt for healthy snack ideas because my kids seem to want to eat all day long. I love no bake energy bites because they are healthy, my kids love them and I can make them ahead and freeze them and then pull them out as needed.…
Ingredients:1/2 cup salted butter (1 stick)3/4 cup Swerve Sweetener2 large eggs1 t molasses10 drops of stevia extract1 t vanilla extract3 T almond butter1/2 cup oat fiber2 T coconut flour1 3/4 cup almond flour1/2 cup hemp seeds1 t baking soda1/2 t salt3/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)1/2 t cinnamon (optional)
Disclaimer: As a Sweat Pink Ambassador, I was given the opportunity to participate in this opportunity hosted by Manitoba Harvest and Fit Approach; I was provided with a sample of Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts to review. I received no other compensation; as always all opinions are 100% my very own. One evening, a couple months…
Ingredients:* 1 c quick oat* 3/4 cup all purpose or white whole wheat flour* 1/4 tsp salt* 1/2 c coconut sugar* 6 tbsp melted butter* 2 tbsp plain greek yogurt (i use 5%)* 1/2 c hemp seed* for the filling:* 1 lb fresh strawberry, chopped* 1-2 tbsp coconut sugar* 1 heaping tbsp fresh minced basil*…
Lately in my kitchen food has been all about what is supportive to my body and overall happiness. That’s meant a lot more groovy hippie dip breakfasts, vegan or vegan-ish lunches and dinners, low acid meals, tons of water, and mostly cutting out alcohol. It’s a huge part of why I feel sexy and on-point…
Ingredients:1 cup cashews 1 cup water (1st blend) 3 cups water (2nd blend)1 tsp. vanilla (or 10 drops Medicine Flower Vanilla)1 tsp. cinnamon ½ tsp. sea salt ¼ cup cacao powder1 tbsp. coconut oil1 tbsp. coconut butter (optional)cacao nibs1 cup hemp seeds (shelled)2 cups filtered water½ tsp. vanilla extract (or 2 drops Medicine flower vanilla½…
This paleo granola is also vegan and gluten free. It can be made in a slow cooker or in the oven and is delicious with coconut milk or nut milk.Ingredients:2 cups walnuts chopped1 cup almonds chopped1 cup shredded coconut unsweetened1/2 cup hemp seeds1/2 cup pepitas2 tbsp turmeric1/4 tsp sea salt1/4 cup natural almond butter (or…
Ingredients:6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 tablespoon coconut oil1/4 cup peanut butter, natural and unsweetened1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon chia seeds1 tablespoon hemp seeds1 tablespoon flax seedsInstructions:In a microwave-safe bowl, or in the top part of a double boiler over medium heat, place the dark chocolate and coconut oil.Heat the mixture in the microwave on high for…
Raw pasta is so satisfying. You think you won’t be full after eating it, but you always are! Well, maybe I shouldn’t use the word “full” in it’s conventional way. I mean you feel like you don’t need to eat anything else. You feel satisfied! Probably because of all the fiber and water in veggies,…