Chocolate Avocado Pudding

I have seen many social media posts lately that are filled with ooey goey chocolate desserts and are filled with all the things I can’t eat. I am gluten-free and dairy-free, which makes desserts a little difficult for me. Plus, I would rather fill my body with something nutritious even though I love sweets. This…

Grain-Free Peanut Butter Cookies

  These grain-free peanut butter cookies are great for breakfast or for an afternoon snack. I tend to snack on these when I am short on time in the morning or when I need an afternoon energy boost. They are high in protein and potassium and taste amazing! They are also dairy-free, wheat-free and gluten-free. There are…

Flourless Cinnamon Raisin Muffins

If you are a commuter like me, you need a quick breakfast in the morning… no time to waste. On a typical day, I wake up, jump out of bed, wash up, hit the coffee maker switch, throw on my clothes that I picked out the night before, grab my lunch from the fridge, grab…

Paleo Brownie Bites

I often have a hard time finding paleo or grain -free desserts that are low in calories. These little chocolate bites are so delicious, you won’t even miss the flour! They are high in protein, low in sugar, gluten free, high in potassium and antioxidants {And… each muffin is below 100 calories with only a few carbs}….

Tiramisu Layer Mug Cake

This Tiramisu Layer Cake is gluten free and dairy free for everyone who is wheat, gluten and dairy sensitive. It is also made from healthy ingredients, which allows you to enjoy a sweet treat without the extra calories. For this cake, you will need: 2 tbsp coconut flour 2 egg whites 1/2 tbsp baking powder 1/4…

Protein Strawberry Cheesecake

I am a cheesecake lover, always have been. However, anytime I eat cheesecake I feel extremely guilty. With this cheesecake, there is no guilt, no saturated fat, no extra carbs. So, take a chance and try a new recipe! Might I add: it has PROTEIN! You will need: 1 container plain greek yogurt (5.3 oz)…

Mini Peanut Butter & Jelly Muffins

Peanut Butter and Jelly is an all time favorite of mine. My dad loves apple jelly and is always eating it as his jelly of choice. However, I never use apple jelly in my sandwiches and always gravitate toward the strawberry and raspberry jellies. This time I was adventurous and gave the jar of chunky…

Chocolate Chip Coconut Loaf Cake

Today I am wishing my mom the happiest of Mother’s Days! She is someone I wish to emulate in every aspect of life and I consider myself lucky to be her daughter. Not only did she teach me to cook, but she taught me to laugh and enjoy life. Not many people can say their…

Chocolate Chip Mug Cake

Craving sweets? This is perfect for people who are busy, which probably applies to you. This cake takes only 2 minutes in the microwave and is low in calories. It still tastes like you are eating the full fat version. It is also gluten free and dairy free. For the cake: 2 egg whites 1/2…

Peanut Butter Cup Greek Yogurt

I love any food with peanut butter, especially peanut butter cups. Justin’s makes natural dark chocolate peanuts butter cups that are incredible. Instead of having peanut butter ice cream, I made a healthier version with greek yogurt. It is still delicious, creamy and filled with peanut butter flavor! You will need: 1 cup plain greek yogurt…

Maple Walnut Bread Pudding

Who doesn’t love bread pudding? I love eating it for breakfast with a big cup of coffee. The only problem is that there are so many extra calories in this sweet treat. This recipe does away with the extra calories and makes it a much lighter dessert. I ate the whole dish in less than…

Almond Cookies

Its Easter Sunday and there is nothing more festive than making Easter cookies and decorating eggs! I chose to make bunny cookies for dessert. These are so delicious. They are soft and chewy on the inside and taste like almond macaroons. You will need: 1 cup almond flour 1 tbsp coconut oil (or 1 tbsp…