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Chocolate Mint Zucchini Cookies

Chocolate Mint Zucchini Cookies

Chocolate Mint Zucchini Cookies Makes 25 cookies . Ingredients 3 cups whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/4 cup cocoa 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 Cups Splenda Granula (or sweetener of choice, to taste) 1 cup grated zucchini 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon peppermint extract . Directions Preheat the oven to 350F (170C). Mix together flour, baking soda, cocoa and salt. In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer, beat together sugar, oil and peppermint extract. Fold in zucchini. Combine all ingredients and mix until everything is smooth. Using a tablespoon, scoop … Read entire article »

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Skinny Gingerbread Cookies

Skinny Gingerbread Cookies

I thought I’d give you a sneak peak at one of the recipes in my Eat, Drink & Be Skinny holiday recipe book. I bring you… . Skinny Gingerbread Cookies . Makes 60 cookies . Ingredients 4 cups whole wheat flour 1 cup oat flour 1 cup brown rice flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 4 teaspoon ground ginger 4 teaspoon cinnamon 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup Splenda granular 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 cup molasses 3 tablespoons water . Directions Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, … Read entire article »

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Low Calorie Sticky Date Pudding

Low Calorie Sticky Date Pudding

Low Calorie Sticky Date Pudding It’s sweet and sticky and gooey. Need I say more? Ingredients: 120 g dates, pitted and chopped 1 1/2 cups hot black tea 1 tablespoon oil 1/2 cup sugar substitute 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon … Read entire article »

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High Protein Banana Flaxseed Muffins

High Protein Banana Flaxseed Muffins

High Protein Banana Flaxseed Muffins More tasty high protein baking for you! A couple of these banana flaxseed muffins thrown into your bag before heading out, make for a delicious and well-balanced snack. . Ingredients 1/2 cup ground flax seed (best ground fresh in a coffee grinder) 3 medium bananas, mashed 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 egg whites 1-1/2 cups protein powder (I like BSN Lean Dessert in Banana Cream Pudding flavour) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 cup whole flax seeds Sweeten batter to … Read entire article »

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Choco-Banana Protein Ice Cream

Choco-Banana Protein Ice Cream

Choco-Banana Protein Ice Cream This is a really simple protein powder recipe for very tasty high protein ice cream. It makes a great snack or dessert and definitely settles those chocolate and sweet cravings. … Ingredients 1 medium banana, mashed 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (I use ON 100% Whey Protein in Double Rich Chocolate) 3 tsp diet hot chocolate powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp xanthan gum (not essential) . Directions 1. Combine the ingredients with enough water to form a thick batter. 2. Freeze for … Read entire article »

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Low Carb Pizza Crust: The Power of Cauliflower

Low Carb Pizza Crust: The Power of Cauliflower

Low Carb Pizza Crust: The Power of Cauliflower Those of you who’ve been on low carb diets such as Atkins, Keto or South Beach may already be familiar with the glorious cauliflower pizza crust. But for those who haven’t yet come across this diet miracle, here’s a great recipe for you! . Ingredients (Makes 2 servings) 2 teaspoons garbanzo flour 1 cup cauliflower, cooked, riced (see below) 1 egg 1 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (grated) 1/2 teaspoon parsley 1/2 teaspoon oregano Toppings of choice How … Read entire article »

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