Friday, January 31, 2025

Keto Cinnamon Roll Sticks

 Ingredients:

1 cup almond flour
2 ounces cream cheese
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 egg
1/4 cup coconut flour
1/3 cup brown granulated erythritol
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp  salt
 
For the cinnamon coating:
2 tbsp melted butter
1/4 cup brown granulated erythritol
1 tsp ground cinnamon
 
For the glaze:
1.5 tbsp almond milk
2 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup powdered erythritol  OR coconut sugar
1 tsp vanilla essence
 
 
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
 
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Melt them together in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
 
In a separate bowl, mix the almond flour, coconut flour, brown erythritol, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
 
Add the melted cheese mixture and the egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until you have a smooth dough. Refrigerate dough for 30 mins with cling wrap before using.
 
Roll the dough into sticks, about the size of your index finger. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
 
Bake the sticks in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
 
While sticks are baking, prepare the cinnamon sugar mixture and icing.
 
In a small bowl, combine the brown erythritol and ground cinnamon for the coating.
 
Now make the icing. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered erythritol, vanilla essence, and almond milk until smooth.
Once the sticks are done, brush each stick with melted butter and roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Drizzle or dip them in the icing.
 

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Energy Balls

 image of Fig Newton–Inspired Energy Balls in a bowl  image of ingredients for Fig Newton–Inspired Energy Balls  

Ingredients

  • cups dried figs, stemmed

  • 1 cup pitted dried dates

  • cups old-fashioned rolled oats

  • 3 tbsp unsalted smooth almond butter

  • 2 tbsp flaxseed

  • 1 tbsp orange juice

  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

  • ¾ tsp ground cinnamon

  • ¾ tsp salt

     

    Method 

    Place 1½ cups figs and 1 cup dates in a medium heatproof bowl; cover with hot water. Let stand at room temperature until slightly softened, 20 to 30 minutes. 

    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drain figs and dates; transfer to a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped, about 5 pulses. Add 1½ cups oats, 3 tablespoons almond butter, 2 tablespoons flaxseed, 1 tablespoon each orange juice and vanilla and ¾ teaspoon each cinnamon and salt; pulse until well combined, about 25 pulses, stopping to scrape down sides of bowl as needed. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, scoop the mixture into about 1½-tablespoon portions; roll with your hands into smooth balls.  

    Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.

     

    Note- Refrigerate fig energy balls in an airtight container to keep them fresh for about 1 week. For long-term storage, you can freeze them in airtight freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy them, simply thaw as needed. 

    If you have leftover dried fruit from this recipe, you can slice it up and add it to salads, yogurt, overnight oats, cakes, breads, bars, trail mix—or simply snack on it as is.

    The type of oats you use is important. We recommend using old-fashioned rolled oats, as they are thinner and easier to eat in recipes where you are using uncooked oats for the best texture. 


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Low Carb Zucchini Tortillas

 Ingredients

4 cups shredded zucchini
1 large egg
1/2 cup grated cheese (such as mozzarella or cheddar)
1/4 cup coconut flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper pdr
1 tsp garlic pdr
1 tsp onion pdr
 
Directions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
In a large bowl, combine the dry zucchini, egg, grated cheese, coconut flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Mix everything together until well combined and the mixture holds together.
Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions on the prepared baking sheet. Press each portion into a thin, round shape, resembling a tortilla.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
Allow the tortillas to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving or using in your favorite dish.
 

Variations & Tips
Feel free to customize the spices in these zucchini tortillas to suit your taste. Adding a teaspoon of cumin or paprika gives them a nice kick. For a dairy-free version, omit the cheese and add an extra egg to help bind the ingredients. If you're not a fan of coconut flour, almond flour can be used in its place, though you might need to adjust the amount slightly to achieve the right dough consistency.
 
 

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Thursday, January 30, 2025

Sweet and Salty Snacks

1. Carrot Raisin Salad 
 
Fuse the taste of carrots with the sweet taste of raisins by creating a unique-tasting salad. Fill 1 cup of shaved carrots and mix it with 1 1/2 tablespoons raisins. Add some balsamic vinegar to give it a tangy finish. 
 
 
2. Apples and Peanut Butter 
 
Add one simple ingredient to your apple to make your snack all the more exciting. Slice 1/2 an apple into pieces and dip them in 1/2 a tablespoon of natural peanut butter for an added nutty taste. 
 
 
3. Tropical Cottage Cheese 
 
Relish a unique combination of cheese and fruit with this simple recipe: Grab 1/2 a cup of non-fat cottage cheese and 1/4 a cup of chopped mango and mix together for an unusual tropical salad with an irresistible cheesy touch. 
 
 
4. Blue Cheese-Stuffed Apricots 
 
If you're a lover of blue cheese, try this toothsome mix. Find 3 dried apricots and stuff them with 1 tablespoon of crumbled blue cheese for some heavenly bites. 
 
 
5. Sweet 'n' Spicy Pecans 
 
Take pleasure in one light and healthy snack by getting 5 pecans and roast them with 2 teaspoons of maple syrup and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.  
 
 
6. Strawberry Salad  
 
Combine fruit and vegetables in a delightful way. Get 2 cups of raw spinach and combine it with 1 cup of sliced strawberries. Add 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar for a final touch of flavor.


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Savory Snacks part 2

1. Cheesy Roasted Asparagus  
 
Rather than having your asparagus plain, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese over 6 spears of asparagus, spritzed with olive-oil spray, and bake everything at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. Expect lip-smacking results. 
 
 
2. Carrots and Hummus 
 
What better way to spice up your carrots than dipping it in some tasty hummus? All you need is 12 medium baby carrots and 2 tablespoons hummus for the right amount that will keep your appetite at bay for some time. 
 
 
3. Spinach and Feta Egg White Scramble 
 
Mix 3 scrambled egg whites with 1/2 cup of raw spinach and 1 tablespoon of feta cheese together. Cook them over the stove or in the microwave until the egg whites are no longer runny. Indulge in a mouth-watering light snack. 
 
 
4. Grilled Garlic Corn on the Cob  
The much-loved corn on the cob is easy to make: Simply grab 1 small corn cob and brush it with 1 teaspoon sautéed minced garlic and 1 teaspoon olive oil to enhance its taste. Grill the cob until tender and devour the juiciness of your warm snack. 
 
 
5. Spicy Black Beans 
 
Make a snack out of black beans by adding some interesting flavors to it. Combine 1 tablespoon of salsa with 1 tablespoon of non-fat Greek yogurt and a 1/3 cup of black beans for a tasty blend
 
 
6. Caprese Salad 
 
Create an appetizing salad from 3 simple ingredients: Use 1 ounce (about 1 hockey puck) of fresh mozzarella with a 1/3 cup of cherry tomatoes and 2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar for an extra delightful tinge. 
 
 

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