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Vegan Peanut Butter Fudge (Just 2 Ingredients!)

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WARNING: If you do not like peanut butter, don’t make this recipe! It may send your taste buds into peanut butter overload!

I simply love how delicious and easy this recipe is and nobody who tastes it would guess it’s healthy. With only two ingredients, this is my go-to recipe when unexpected friends stop in to say hello.

Originally posted on MindBodyGreen 01/14/16

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Easy Peanut Butter Fudge
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I simply love how delicious and easy this recipe is and nobody who tastes it would guess it's healthy. With only two ingredients, this is my go-to recipe when unexpected friends stop in to say hello.
Servings Prep Time
16 pieces 5 minutes
Servings Prep Time
16 pieces 5 minutes
Easy Peanut Butter Fudge
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I simply love how delicious and easy this recipe is and nobody who tastes it would guess it's healthy. With only two ingredients, this is my go-to recipe when unexpected friends stop in to say hello.
Servings Prep Time
16 pieces 5 minutes
Servings Prep Time
16 pieces 5 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: pieces
Instructions
  1. Process all ingredients in the food processor until the dough turns into a ball. Press the mixture firmly into a pan lined with parchment paper. Freeze for 2 hours. Cut into squares. Serve and enjoy. Extras can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or the freezer 1 month.
Recipe Notes

Helpful Hint: Cut your fudge while it is still frozen, but then allow it to sit in your refrigerator for up to 3 hours before serving for the best appearance and texture.

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Orange Zest Brownie Bites

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I am making Orange Zest Brownie Bites today! This is one of my favorite on-the-go treats. They are so easy to make and perfect for your bagged lunch or even plane trips. The orange zest takes these brownies to the next level! I hope you all enjoy these as much as I do!

Check out my youtube video below to watch just how simple it is to make these yummy balls!


Raw Vegan Orange Zest Brownie Bites
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These bites of yumminess are so good that they never last in my home for over 24 hours! They will become your NEW obsession!
Servings Prep Time
12 balls 8 minutes
Servings Prep Time
12 balls 8 minutes
Raw Vegan Orange Zest Brownie Bites
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These bites of yumminess are so good that they never last in my home for over 24 hours! They will become your NEW obsession!
Servings Prep Time
12 balls 8 minutes
Servings Prep Time
12 balls 8 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: balls
Instructions
  1. Process all dry ingredients into food processor until finally ground. Add remaining ingredients (excluding orange juice) and process until well blended. Add orange juice and process until evenly blended. Roll into inch round balls.
Recipe Notes

Helpful Hints:

To make shaping these brownie bites into balls a simpler, allow dough to sit in refrigerator for 15 minutes after blending.

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3 Tips For Eating Healthy On The Go

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Eating healthy on the daily can be a true struggle! So how is someone supposed to eat healthy when they are always on the go? I’ve gotten this question often as a Pilates studio owner — my clients want to maintain their figure that they worked so hard for! So I’ve put together a list of my top 3 tips for staying healthy on the go because, trust me, I never stop!
Make a Game Plan:
One of the easiest things you can do is plan ahead. If you’re planning a business meeting or road trip, look up some healthy restaurants before you go! Do your research to get an idea of the menu for the healthiest options. The more you plan, the more likely you are to find a healthy solution. I personally always plan out the most trendy juice and smoothie bars, or if the city has a farm to table restaurant and I call ahead to ensure they can make modifications. (Side Note: I am finally ready to share my struggle with food and Crohn’s Disease, which is why I have to call ahead sometimes. Stay tuned for future posts!)
Have Healthy Snacks on Hand:

A few years ago, it may have been a challenge to find healthy snacks that you could keep on hand, but, nowadays, there are so many options! Think nuts, fruits or your favorite on the go bars! (Just make sure it doesn’t have any added sugar. Yes, they make those now!!) Keep them on you at all times. I personally always have organic raw cashews and dried apples with me, no matter where I go. In my car, in my purse, at the studio… I mean everywhere! This helps me from getting HANGRY… which is 100% a real thing!

Fuel Up on the REAL Food:

One of the most important things you can do to stay on track is to fuel on the right foods! Think plant-based proteins and fats. These foods will keep you satisfied long after you’ve finished them, unlike sugary foods or highly processed simple carbs that will leave you craving more just a few hours later.

Fig Bars

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I am making Fig Bars today! This is a family favorite that I just can’t make often enough.

I was inspired to create a healthier version of fig newtons because my dad loved them so much.  The only down side with traditional fig newtons is that they are loaded with unnecessary refined ingredients like flours and sugar.  But guess what…mine don’t! The best part is that my dad loves this version so much that I have to ship my mom large bags of figs monthly so they can enjoy them for their daily lunch time snack.

Check out my youtube video below to watch just how simple it is to make these bars!


Fig Bars
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If you like Fig Newtons, then meet you healthy no-guilt option! The filling is a perfect blend of orange citrus and sweet fig, paired with a cake-like base and light crumble topping...it really doesn't get much better than this!
Servings Prep Time
12 15 minutes
Passive Time
2 hours (soak)
Servings Prep Time
12 15 minutes
Passive Time
2 hours (soak)
Fig Bars
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If you like Fig Newtons, then meet you healthy no-guilt option! The filling is a perfect blend of orange citrus and sweet fig, paired with a cake-like base and light crumble topping...it really doesn't get much better than this!
Servings Prep Time
12 15 minutes
Passive Time
2 hours (soak)
Servings Prep Time
12 15 minutes
Passive Time
2 hours (soak)
Ingredients
Base & Crumble
Filling
Servings:
Instructions
Base & Crumble Layer
  1. Process all ingredients into food processor until well combined. Press 3/4 of the mixture into a parchment-lined 8x8 pan. Set aside remaining mixture to sprinkle in top of filling.
Filling Layer
  1. Process all ingredients into food processor until well combined. Spread filling evenly onto crust. Sprinkle remaining crumble to fully cover cover filling. Place in the freezer for 2 hours. Cut, serve and enjoy.
Recipe Notes

Helpful Hints:
To make serving these bars easier, cut while still frozen.

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3 Nutrition Trends to Follow in 2017

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Jumping on the plant-based bandwagon has never tasted so good. More and more chefs are putting their time and energy into creating delicious healthy options. Here are my favorite trends!

Soup Cleanses:

Juice cleansing has been popular for several years but 2017 is all about the soup cleanse! Why? Because soup cleansing is full of more nutrients, vitamins and, most importantly, fiber, which means it has all of the benefits of eating veggies in their whole form. The best part is it is also more filling than basic juice cleansing!

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Golden Lattes:

Anti-inflammatory food have already made their impression on 2016, and it will make it mark in 2017! Golden lattes are drinks made with turmeric, coconut oil, ginger, cinnamon and unsweetened plant-based milk. It’s delicious!

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Zoodles:

Spiraled vegetables — yes please!  2017 is all about the Zoodle! They are incredibly nutritious and a healthy alternative to highly processed pasta. Zoodles are a fun way to increase the amount of vegetables we eat and are the perfect low carb option.

zoodles

Jumping on board the plant-based bandwagon has never tasted so good. More and more chef are putting their time and energy into creating delicious healthy options. Here are my favorite trends!

Raw Vegan Fruit Strudel

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Raw Fruit Strudel
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Sometimes there are no words to describe how amazing something actually tastes! This recipe took me a couple tries to nail, but it is one of my all-time favorites! With a burst of fruit flavor, and a light hint of cinnamon and pecan, this dessert will have your friends and family begging for more!
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 10 minutes
Passive Time
1 hour (freeze)
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 10 minutes
Passive Time
1 hour (freeze)
Raw Fruit Strudel
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Sometimes there are no words to describe how amazing something actually tastes! This recipe took me a couple tries to nail, but it is one of my all-time favorites! With a burst of fruit flavor, and a light hint of cinnamon and pecan, this dessert will have your friends and family begging for more!
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 10 minutes
Passive Time
1 hour (freeze)
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 10 minutes
Passive Time
1 hour (freeze)
Ingredients
Base Layer
Fruit Layer
Crumble Layer
Servings: servings
Instructions
Base Layer
  1. Process coconut, cashew and salt until flour-like consistency in food processor. Add date paste to mixture and continue processing until everything is evenly mixed. Press crust firmly into a 4x4 pan lined with parchment paper. Set aside.
Fruit Layer
  1. Blend all ingredients into blender until smooth. Evenly Spread over the base layer. Place in refrigerator.
Crumble Layer
  1. Process all ingredients in the food processor until you see an even chunky crumble. Sprinkle on fruit layer. Freeze for 1 hour, then cut and serve.
Recipe Notes

Helpful Hint: 

If you plan to serve the delicious treats to guests and want then to look perfect, freeze for 2 hours and cut while still frozen with a warm knife. This will ensure you don't have to deal with misshapen bars or messy crumbles. 

This is one of the few recipes that fresh fruit is a requirement. Frozen fruit will leave your filling runny. 

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Vegan Chocolate Mousse

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Chocolate Mousse, this is probably one of the most loved desserts of all time! The smooth, creamy, silky texture, combined with a rich dark chocolate flavor is irreplaceable!

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This recipe took me almost two full years to develop because I am such a mousse snob. I grew up enjoying the original homemade version loaded with lots of sugar and milk of course and I refused to settle for anything less! Finally I have created a dairy-free, gluten-free and most importantly refined-sugar free mousse that you can feel good about enjoying!

Check out my latest cooking segment on CW6 San Diego Living.
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Vegan Chocolate Mousse
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Chocolate Mousse is one of the most loved desserts of all time! The smooth, creamy, silky texture, combined with a rich dark chocolate flavor is irreplaceable!
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 5 minutes
Passive Time
4 hours
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 5 minutes
Passive Time
4 hours
Vegan Chocolate Mousse
Print Recipe
Chocolate Mousse is one of the most loved desserts of all time! The smooth, creamy, silky texture, combined with a rich dark chocolate flavor is irreplaceable!
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 5 minutes
Passive Time
4 hours
Servings Prep Time
8 servings 5 minutes
Passive Time
4 hours
Ingredients
Servings: servings
Instructions
  1. Place all ingredients into blender. Blend until silky and smooth consistency. (About 1 minute)
  2. Refrigerate for 4 hours. Serve and enjoy.
Recipe Notes

Helpful Hint:

I love topping my mousse with a fresh batch of coconut whipped cream. It really compliments the dark rich filling.

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