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Pecan Cookies

Pecan Cookies

Ingredients:Cookies:9 ounces all-purpose flour (2 cups)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder10 tablespoon butter2/3 cup granulated sugar1 large egg1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 cup chopped toasted pecans1/3 cup powdered sugar

Cookies and Cream Puppy Chow

Cookies and Cream Puppy Chow

Ingredients:6 cups crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex)1 1/2 cups white chocolate baking chips10 cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreos), crushed1/4 cup powdered sugar

Cookies ‘n’ Cream Crunch

Cookies ‘n’ Cream Crunch

Ingredients:1 (6 1/2-ounce) package sugar-free chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed1/3 cup chopped pecans3 tablespoons reduced-calorie margarine, melted1 quart vanilla no-sugar-added, fat-free ice cream, softened

Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread Cookies

Ingredients:Cookies:10.1 ounces all-purpose flour (about 2 1/4 cups)1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons molasses1 large eggCooking sprayIcing:1 cup sifted powdered sugar1 tablespoon water

Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

Ingredients:COOKIES:3/4 cup sugar1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt15 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into cubesFILLING:8 tablespoons unsalted butterPinch of salt2 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, siftedRed food coloring

Coffee Cupcakes

Coffee Cupcakes

Ingredients:Cupcakes:2 tablespoons boiling water4 teaspoons instant espresso granules or 8 teaspoons instant coffee granules1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup granulated sugar5 tablespoons butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 large eggsEspresso syrup:1/4 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup water2 tablespoons instant espresso granules or1/4 cup instant coffee granules2 tablespoons light-colored corn…

Owl Cupcakes

Owl Cupcakes

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Mini Almond Cupcakes

Mini Almond Cupcakes

Ingredients:Cupcakes:2 1/2 ounces almond paste1/3 cup granulated sugar1 large egg white1/4 cup 2% reduced-fat milk2 tablespoons canola oil3 ounces all-purpose flour (about 2/3 cup)1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltBaking spray with flour (such as Baker’s Joy)Icing:2 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon butter, softened1 cup powdered sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractDash of salt

Chocolate Cupcakes

Chocolate Cupcakes

Ingredients:Cupcakes:7 ounces cake flour (about 1 3/4 cups)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa1/2 cup butter, softened1 1/2 cups sugar2 large egg yolks1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup whole buttermilk2 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate3 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarBaking spray with flourFrosting:1 1/3 cups sugar1/3 cup water1/2 vanilla bean3…

Chocolate Spider Cupcakes

Chocolate Spider Cupcakes

Ingredients:Cupcakes:4 ounces cake flour (about 1 cup)1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt3/4 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup butter, softened2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk1 ounce bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped and meltedIcing:1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons bourbon3 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon…

Lemon Angel Food Cupcakes

Lemon Angel Food Cupcakes

Ingredients:Cupcakes:2 ounces cake flour (about 1/2 cup)3/4 cup powdered sugar3/4 cup egg whites (about 5 large eggs)3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 teaspoons grated lemon rindFrosting:1/4 cup butter, softened2 cups powdered sugar1 tablespoon 1% low-fat milk2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juiceFresh raspberries (optional)

Lemon Angel Food Cupcakes

Lemon Angel Food Cupcakes

Ingredients:Cupcakes:1/2 cup cake flour (about 2 ounces)3/4 cup powdered sugar3/4 cup egg whites (about 5 large eggs)1/8 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 cup granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 teaspoons grated lemon rindLemon Frosting:1/4 cup butter, softened2 cups powdered sugar1 tablespoon 1% low-fat milk1 to 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juiceEdible flowers such as pansies…

Red Velvet Cupcakes

Red Velvet Cupcakes

Ingredients:Cupcakes:Cooking spray10 ounce cake flour (about 2 1/2 cups)3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon kosher salt1 1/2 cups granulated sugar6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened2 large eggs1 1/4 cups nonfat buttermilk1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 tablespoons red food coloring (about 1 ounce)Frosting:5 tablespoons butter, softened4 teaspoons nonfat…

PBandJ Smoothie

PBandJ Smoothie

Linda Pugliese Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Yields: 1 serving Total Time: 0 hours 5 mins 1/2 C unsweetened hemp milk 3 tbsp. unsweetened natural peanut butter 2 tbsp. ground flaxseed 3/4 C frozen red grapes 1/2 frozen banana Blend until smooth. Divide between 2 glasses. Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

Avocado and Spinach Smoothie

Avocado and Spinach Smoothie

Ingredients:1 cup unsweetened almond milk or beverage-style coconut milk (such as -Califia Farms*)1 large handful spinach leaves2 handfuls ice cubes2 tablespoons almond or peanut butter2 tablespoons vanilla -protein powder*1/2 ripe avocado1/2 ripe banana1 tablespoon hulled hemp seeds1 pinch cinnamon

Cookie Dough Energy Bites

Cookie Dough Energy Bites

In a food processor or high-speed blender, pulse together almond butter, hemp hearts, coconut flakes, dates, and vanilla until a thick dough forms. Fold in chocolate or cacao nibs. Using a teaspoon, scoop the dough and roll into 2 bite-sized balls. Dust with cacao powder. Store in fridge and enjoy for up to 3 weeks.

Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped Potatoes

Creamy vegan scalloped potatoes… On a whim and out of nowhere (and at 2:54 AM, I’ll have you know) I began conjuring images of creamy scalloped potatoes. Odd for someone who must avoid cheese and cream and butter and who- most days- is reconciled to her cheese-free life with a shrugging Lebowski-Zen detachment they write…

Banana-Almond Protein Smoothie

Banana-Almond Protein Smoothie

Linda Pugliese Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Yields: 1 serving Total Time: 0 hours 5 mins 1/2 C coconut water 1/2 C plain greek yogurt 3 tbsp. almond butter 1 scoop whey protein powder 1 tbsp. hulled hemp seeds 1 frozen banana 1 C ice Blend until smooth. Divide between 2 glasses. Advertisement – Continue…

Make Granola, Save Money, Be Happy

Make Granola, Save Money, Be Happy

Ingredients:2 cups oats½ cup pecans, walnuts, almonds, cashews, or pistachios½ cup pepitas or sunflower, sesame, flax, or hemp seeds½ cup unsweetened flaked coconut¼ cup maple syrup¼ cup vegetable oil2 tablespoons light or dark brown sugar1 tablespoon wheat germ½ teaspoon kosher salt1 large egg white, optional

Pumpin Seek, Cherry and Pecan Granola Bars

Pumpin Seek, Cherry and Pecan Granola Bars

Ingredients:2 cups rolled oats1/3 cup pumpkin seeds1/3 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup dried cherries2 tablespoons hemp seeds3/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/3 cup honey1/4 cup almond butter3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract

The Perfect Granola

The Perfect Granola

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Mix together the oats, buckwheat, cranberries, almonds, chia, hemp, cinnamon. and cardamom. Melt the almond butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla and sea salt over low heat for about 3 minutes, until ingredients are blended together. Pour the mixture over the dry ingredients, coating well. Line a large…

Hemp Seed & Toasted Coconut Bars recipes

Hemp Seed & Toasted Coconut Bars recipes

Where has toasted coconut been all my life?!!! These Paleo Coconut Bars with Hemp Seeds are made with toasted coconut for the most amazing coconut flavour I just can’t get enough.   I’ve been in love with toasting coconut and nuts lately, the flavour and smell is sooooo amazing! Toasted cashews? YES! Toasted walnuts? YES!…