Do you ever get the desire to bake? I'm not the biggest baker in the world, but it will hit me every now and then...especially if I've just been watching The Great British Bake-Off.
Have you watched this series on Netflix yet?
If you haven't, I'm a little jealous because you get to experience the joy of having your eyes opened to the cutest, friendliest, sweet-as-pie baking show on air.
The premise is similar to any other cooking show except for the fact that the contestants and judges have to-die-for accents and everyone is SO. FRIENDLY.
Sure, the stakes are high (everyone is fighting to be crowned Britain's top amateur ...
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Slow Cooker Chocolate Strawberry Cake
Have you used your slow cooker for desserts yet?
If you're anything like me, you haven't quite thought of using the slow cooker for desserts...yet. I was definitely guilty of falling into this trap. Up until now, my slow cooker has been reserved for meats, soups, and stews.
Of course, it works flawlessly for all of these things. But you can also use it for desserts!
If you didn't know, now you do :)
This decadent cake takes a few hours, but requires no hands-on time, and is elegant and delicious. It’s proof your slow cooker is for more than just stews and roasts.
Slow Cooker Chocolate Strawberry Cake
Cake:1 cup ...
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Blueberry Pancake Scones
I'm not going to lie to you - I do love a good pastry. Nice, warm, and right out of the oven - it doesn't get much better than that. Especially first thing in the morning.
I thought my pastry days were long over until I got comfortable with Paleo-style baking. Honestly, it can be a bit expensive to buy all of the ingredients - and time consuming - but when you want a treat, I think it's totally worth it.
If you’re looking to replace your coffee shop scone with a healthier version, look no further. These are healthy, but more importantly, delicious.
This recipe utilizes almond and coconut flour as well as maple syrup and ...
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Berry Breakfast Bars
Breakfast can be hard for some people. They get stuck in the eggs-bacon-avocado rut. Or they're so used to crushing breakfast cereal every morning that when they go paleo, they have no idea where to start.
Thankfully, there are a ton of great paleo sites out there to help inspire you in the mornings. We, of course, have a ton of recipes in our archives. Another one of our favorite sites is PaleoBreakfast.com.
But if you're looking for a sweet breakfast that will make you want to jump out of bed in the morning, we've got the recipe for you this week!
Using all paleo ingredients like almond flour, coconut oil, frozen berries, dates, ...
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Slow Cooker Strawberry Jam
Jam is one of those foods that takes me back to my childhood. It makes me think of the packed lunches that I would take to school - peanut butter and Smuckers strawberry jam on white bread cut diagonally.
Ah, nostalgia.
Sometimes I still crave that combination - which was the inspiration for this strawberry jam. This one's a more grown-up version than Smuckers though :)
With fresh strawberries, dates, and chia seeds, this jam is nutrient-packed. And here's the best part - no added sugar!
If you ever get a craving for those old-school pb&j's, this is the perfect upgrade. Add in some almond butter and Paleo friendly bread, and ...
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Spiced Apple Pear Sauce
Spiced apple pear sauce - yum! Have you ever thought about how versatile apple sauce is? I honestly hadn't - until I was writing up this little article right now. You can have it for breakfast, lunch, as a dessert, as a side dish to dinner, as a little snack when you're hungry.
It will basically hit the spot any time of the day - but I didn't even realize it until now. Guess what will be making an appearance in my meal prep routine in the coming weeks!
As if apple sauce wasn't already a win, this recipe manages to make it EVEN better. Adding pear gives apple sauce a fun little twist. Add some warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg - ...
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Oven Apple Chips
If you’re looking for something crispy, healthy, and flavorful, these apple chips will hit the spot. They’re easy to make, don’t require any special equipment, and are super addicting. Use your favorite kind of apple, or a mix.
Oven Apple Chips
If you’re looking for something crispy, healthy, and flavorful, these apple chips will hit the spot. They’re easy to make, don’t require any special equipment, and are super addicting. Use your favorite kind of apple, or a mix.
4 apples (any kind)1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Preheat oven to 200 degrees F.Core the apples and thinly slice using a sharp knife or mandolin. The thinner ...
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Our Favorite Paleo Ice Cream Recipes
Paleo Ice Cream Recipes for Summer
Summer is coming...*cue the happy tears...*
I don't know where you're at in the world as you read this post, but let me tell you - this winter was a brutal one. Here in Portland, the gray days stretched on for months. I think I even forgot what it was like to feel the sun's rays on my skin.
There were more than a few days that I questioned if I was losing my sanity. (I feel like if you live or have lived in the Pacific Northwest at some point, you can probably relate.)
But we're finally coming out of the gray season. The sun has made its return and with it comes all of my favorite things about ...
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Paleo Almond Butter Cups
Paleo Almond Butter Cups
These easy snacks will satisfy any sweet tooth without the guilt. Put on a platter for a party or store in the freezer for a quick pick me up on a busy day.
1/2 cup natural almond butter1 tablespoon coconut oil1 tablespoon honey1 cup chopped dark chocolate (melted)Coarse sea salt
Put the almond butter, coconut, oil and honey in a food processor and process until smooth and creamy.Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners. Coat the bottoms of the cups with the chocolate, fill with almond butter mixture, and add more chocolate.Put the tin in the freezer until firm, about an hour. Store in the freezer. ...
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Chocolate Walnut Date Balls
These paleo chocolate walnut date balls are going to be a new favorite. Sometimes you just want something sweet. A candy bar is the last thing you want to reach for though.
These balls offer much more nutrition than your standard candy bar. Chewy, sweet dates add fiber and sweetness to these easy to make snacks. They make a great quick snack or perfect bite sized dessert when you want something sweet but don’t want to overdo it.
All you need to make these treats is a food processor and a refrigerator. Keep these balls in an airtight container in the fridge to have an easy grab-and-go snack throughout busy weeks.
Chocolate ...
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