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 I'm seriously CRAVING citrus fruit lately! Lemons, limes, grapefruit, oranges, you name it... I crave it. I'm not totally sure why, but I do know that citrus kills cancer cells in your body and is a great source for vitamin C! So... these lemon bars are organic, refined sugar-free, and they pretty much melt in your mouth! I once had someone tell me that they are like ambrosia for your tongue! So they must be good right?! These bars are also super versatile so if you want to convert them to gluten-free or dairy-free it's super easy! I'll show you how in the recipe below! Lemon Cream Bars!
Ingredients:
Crust: 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour 1/4 cup powdered Lakanto sweetener 1/2 tsp. real salt 2 tsp. lemon zest 3/4 cup cold butter, cut into pieces Filling: 4 eggs 1 cup raw honey 1/4 cup classic Lakanto sweetener 1 tsp. baking powder 1/3 cup lemon juice (about 2 large lemons worth) 1 heaping Tbs. lemon zest Topping: 1 8 oz package of cream cheese 1/4 cup powdered Lakanto sweetener 1 Tbs. maple syrup 2 tsp. vanilla extract extra lemon zest to sprinkle on top Directions:
*Use organic ingredients when feasible. *Store bars in fridge. **What to make these bars gluten-free? Easy! Simply replace the pastry flour in the crust for almond flour. **What to make these bars dairy-free? Also super easy! Just replace the cream cheese with a couple cans of coconut cream!
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 Okay, I know that it's still January and not quite Valentines season yet, BUT.... I LOVE Valentines day, and I needed something to cheer me up through these gray January days. So... Claire's Kisses were born!! These are a little different than my other chocolate recipes in that they are made with organic cacao wafers, and cacao is a super food that boosts mood, energy, and immune function! It's a common myth that eating healthy means that you don't eat anything that tastes good, and I'm here to say that you DO NOT have to deprive yourself just because you choose to eat and live a healthful life! Confession.... I used to be OBSESSED with Hershey's chocolate kisses! I was that girl in high school that always had a bag of them in my locker, and I probably consumed a handful a day. I wouldn't recommend that for anyone whether you have a chronic illness or not! So... I'm SUPER EXCITED about these because they're organic, refined sugar-free, and full of nutrients that your body will love! Stay tuned for different flavored chocolate recipes all through the month of February because this is for sure my new favorite recipe!! Also, thanks to A Bite of Healthy for helping me out with this recipe! My sister is the creator of this food blog, and she is a food GENIUS! So go check out her blog here. Claire's Chocolate Kisses!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup cacao wafers 4 1/2 Tbs. maple syrup 2 tsp. vanilla extract 3 Tbs. coconut butter 1 tsp. coconut oil Directions:
*Use organic ingredients when feasible.
I would HIGHLY ENCOURAGE you to make your own coconut butter! It's a super simple process and it makes enough coconut butter to fill a small jar!
All you have to do is take two cups of shredded coconut and blend it in a small blender on high until coconut reaches a creamy texture! Store it in the fridge when you're done and enjoy it in lots of your healthy recipes! 
 I've always found it quite the struggle to keep sweet breads and cake moist when you're cooking refined sugar-free. With that said, I finally found a banana bread recipe that is super moist, healthy, refined sugar-free, and absolutely delicious! I love banana bread, and this recipe will be a favorite for your kids and your family! Healthy Banana Bread!
Ingredients:
2/3 cup grapeseed oil 1 cup raw honey 4 eggs 2 cups mashed banana (about 4-5 large bananas) 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk 2 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour Directions:
*Yields two loafs. *Use organic ingredients when feasible.
 I have always wanted to try making a smoothie bowl, and I finally got the chance! I was looking for a really simple smoothie bowl recipe, and I realized that there isn't much to choose from when it comes to simple smoothies, so I created one myself and here it is! This is a raspberry banana smoothie, and you can basically top it with whatever you'd like! I also used whey powder in the smoothie which is known for detoxing heavy metals out of the gut! Detox and deliciousness! Yay! I topped these with fresh banana, chia-seeds, shredded coconut, and granola. All the ingredients in this recipe are organic and refined-sugar free!! (Keep in mind that this recipe serves three people. So three small bowls worth!) Raspberry Banana Smoothie Bowl!
Ingredients:
2 large bananas 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk 1 Tbs. vanilla extract 1/8 cup maple syrup 3 cups frozen raspberries 1 Tbs. whey protein powder organic sugar free granola (you can use your own homemade or find the kind I used here) extra banana chia-seeds shredded coconut Directions:
 Hello! This is your friendly sugar free chocoholic, and I'm here to tell you that IT IS POSSIBLE to eat chocolate and be healthy! This is one of my FAVORITE recipes, and I have to consciously decide to only eat one a day because they taste so similar to store-bought candy! These are so yummy, creamy, and filled with peanut butter! What a great combination! ;) These are also organic, and refined sugar-free like always, and makes a great treat for the holidays! Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup coconut oil 1/2 cup almond butter 1/2 cup raw honey 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 cup cocoa powder (at least 80% cacao, sifted) 1/2 cup organic peanut butter 1/4 cup powdered Lakanto 1 tsp vanilla extract Directions:
*Makes 24 chocolates *Store in refrigerator
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