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.
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Pumpkin Chocolate Mousse
Sometimes, especially after a dinner like Thanksgiving, you just want a dessert. Unfortunately, the traditional pies, cakes, and cookies can leave you feeling a little “blah.”
Avoid the sugar rush (and then the resulting food coma) by revamping your dessert game this year. This easy, no bake dessert will satisfy everyone at the table, and makes a delicious healthy alternative to traditional pumpkin pie.
Avocado is chock full of heart-healthy fats. These fats are not only great for cardiovascular and brain health, but they also help keep you feeling full and satisfied. Pumpkin boasts an impressive array of vitamins and minerals ...
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Cranberry Pumpkin Chocolate Muffins
Pumpkin is, by far, the most popular fall food. It’s like as soon as the first day of fall rolls around, everything becomes pumpkin-flavored. And, as a pumpkin lover, I am all about it.
But the all-encompassing love for pumpkin doesn’t mean we should forget about all of the other delicious fall and winter fruits out there. This is why I love this recipe so much. It not only features that popular orange fruit, but it pairs it alongside another one of my favorite fall finds – cranberries.
A popular winter berry, cranberries carry a powerful nutrient punch. The deep red color can be attributed to the high content of anthocyanins found in ...
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Coconut Ice Cream Parfait
This coconut ice cream parfait recipe takes a bit of time, but I promise it’s worth it.
Coconut cream is rich and decadent, with the benefit of being dairy free. Because of this, it makes amazing ice cream, which when paired with fruit, is a healthy and delicious dessert you don’t have to feel guilty about.
Let’s talk about the amazing benefits of coconut for a minute. This recipe features both coconut milk and coconut oil for a double dose of coconut goodness.
Coconut is rich in medium chain triglycerides. This is a type of fat that is readily absorbed and used as energy by the body. In fact, 60% of the fatty acids contained in ...
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Strawberry Orange Sorbet
This guilt-free sorbet is one that you’re going to want to make again and again. With only fruit and honey, there’s no reason to limit yourself.
And what’s better, there’s no ice cream maker or waiting time involved! Just throw everything in a blender and whip it until smooth. Perfect for a hot day, an after dinner treat, or a snack when you’re battling that sweet tooth, this sorbet will satisfy your cravings without throwing you into a sugar coma.
Because this dessert is made from all real ingredients, you’re getting a ton of vitamins and minerals as well. Strawberries and oranges are both loaded down with vitamin C, folate, and ...
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Strawberry Grapefruit Ice Cream
Ice cream – who doesn’t love it? As we enter the dog days of summer, sometimes you just want a cold, creamy treat that takes you back to childhood. But, the original dessert, 100% dairy and packed full of sugar, isn’t the healthiest option.
Don’t give up hope! This strawberry grapefruit version is sweet and tart, and full of healthy ingredients. Just because you want to eat healthy doesn’t mean you can’t have a treat now and then. Strawberry and grapefruit may not be the first flavor combination you think of, but give this refreshing combo a chance.
With banana and coconut milk, this dairy free alternative is as creamy as can be. Not to ...
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Paleo Cookies: UPG Favorites
Our Favorite Paleo Cookies
Sometimes you just need a cookie. Although the Paleo diet is based on the foundation of consuming whole foods and eliminating the junk, that doesn’t mean you can’t have a treat every now and then. It definitely doesn’t mean you love all those veggies any less.
BUT - before you reach for those Chips Ahoy, keep reading this article. Not all cookies are created equal! You don’t have to fall off the Paleo train just to enjoy a cookie (or two). Let’s just do a quick comparison…
Here is the ingredients list for store bought chocolate chip cookies:
UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, ...
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Vanilla Chia Parfait
This high protein parfait will replace sugary granola and yogurt parfaits of the past. It’s easy to make — simply mix up, pop in the fridge and wake up to a delicious, fuss-free breakfast.
Vanilla Chia Parfait
1.5 cups coconut milk1/3 cup chia seeds3 tbsp honey1 tsp vanilla extract1/4 tsp sea saltFruit (for layering and serving)Coconut flakes (for serving )
Put the coconut milk, chia seeds, honey, vanilla, and salt in a container with lid and stir well. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
When ready to serve, either layer the chia mixture with fruit for a parfait, or eat as is, chilled. Sprinkle with coconut flakes ...
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