It’s such a classic?!

I mean really . . .

How did miss it?!

Sorry team, I totally dropped the ball on that one.

But, one taste of these beauties and all will be forgiven, believe me . . .

Cool, crisp, decadent, rich, dark chocolate cups stuffed with creamy, dreamy, lightly salted peanut butter + a sweet jammy surprise inside!

OoooOOOO yes!

I almost wasn’t going to post this “recipe” seeings as we just made those dreamy, golden spiced cashew butter cups just a few weeks ago but . . .

These dark chocolate PB&J cups are soooo different from those golden, delicious morsels and, with Halloween just a few short weeks away . . . I figure why not!?

Plus I really wasn’t kidding when I said I always have a variation of these in the fridge/freezer at all times and you know what they say about variety  . . . spice up your life baby! (good luck getting that song out of your head now, sorry #spicegirlsforever )

Anyway’s . . . that’s about all the convincing I needed.

As always are deliciously simple, secretly healthy, DIY nut butter cups are super easy to throw together.

3 ingredients and 10 minutes is all you need!

Simply;

Melt Chill Fill Chill   Sprinkle (if you want) Devour

For my paleo peeps and those of you with peanut allergies;

1 – Sorry but,

2 – feel free to sub in your fave nut seed butter &

3  – If strawberry isn’t your jam then go ahead and use your fave flavor!

I provide the template, go forth , play around and make it your own!

However you choose to make them you really cant go wrong . . . just promise me you’ll do yourself a favor and make them, ASAP!

I mean really . . .

You need in on this!

All natural, quick and easy, deliciously indulgent, dark chocolate cups stuffed with creamy, dreamy, peanut butter with a sweet jammy surprise that literally oozes with awesomeness when you bite on in . . .

Gluten free Dairy free Grain free Refined Sugar free  Vegan Low carb Keto & Paleo friendly

3 ingredients, 10 minutes in the making . . . 100% worth it!

Make them. Eat them. Love, love, love them.

 

Healthy, DIY – 3 Ingredient, Dark Chocolate PB&J Cups {Refined Sugar Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan, Keto & Paleo Friendly}

Makes 12-14 Deliciously simple, seriously indulgent, creamy, dreamy, salty, sweet dark chocolate peanut butter & jelly butter cups

Ingredients –

1/2 cup of natural peanut butter (or nut seed butter of choice)

1/2 cup of good quality dark chocolate

2 Tablespoons of 100% real fruit strawberry jam (or your fave kind – homemade or store bought)

Flaky sea salt

Optional add-in;

1-2 scoops of collagen – for protein and gut healing goodness – vegan friends omit

Optional for serving;

Freeze dried strawberries, crumbled into pretty pink, strawberry scented dust.

Method –

1 – Melt chocolate by your preferred method. I like to do mine broiler style by placing my chocolate in a small bowl  over a pot of simmering water.

2 – Use a teaspoon to drizzle some melted chocolate into a chocolate mold (or can use mini paper or silicone cupcake/muffin cases if you prefer) and spread to coat evenly. Don’t use all your chocolate, remember you want to save about 1/4 of it to spread on top once our chocolate cups are filled.

3 – Place your chocolate cups in the fridge or freezer for 5-10 mins to set.

4 – Remove  your chocolate cups from the fridge or freezer, fill each chocolate cup with a spoonful of your creamy, dreamy, peanut butter then use the back of your spoon carefully smooth out the top. You can either add the jam/jelly right away or pop them into the freezer for 5 mins to firm up, then add you’re jammy filling – totally up to you, either way works.

5 – Once all your cups are filled,  top with a little extra chocolate, smooth it all the way to the edges so the filling is completely covered then sprinkle with salt and place them back into the fridge (or freezer) to set.

These delicious little cups will keep well in the fridge for several weeks but can also be stored in the freezer for 3-6 months!

Enjoy xo

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Question of the day –

What’s your favorite flavor nut butter?

Feel free to share recipes, or links to your fave recipes in the comments below or on the Facebook page and please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your dark & delicious PB&J cups  (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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Because I just can’t stop with the quick and easy, secretly healthy DIY nut butter cups . . .

And you know what, I’m not even a little bit sorry about it!

They’re just so easy to throw together, the flavors and variations you can make are virtually endless – they’re the perfect, pre-portioned, grab and go treat!

I can’t think of a better way to end the day then cozied on the couch with a couple of these bad boys  . . .

And that my friend is exactly where you’ll find me, most nights at 8pm . . . livin’ my best life!

It’s quite possible my fave time of day!

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, chocolate and nut butter give me life!

Obsessed much, I say YASSS!

And, I have to tell you, this latest batch of nut butter cups has taken my obsession to a WHOLE new level!

And that’s something I didn’t even think was possible!

But . . .

Decadent rich, deliciously indulgent, cool crisp dark chocolate cups encasing a luscious, creamy, seriously dreamy, perfectly spiced cashew butter filling that literally oozes with awesomeness when you bite on in . . .

Yep, that’ll do it!

Honestly, I don’t even know what more there is to tell you . . . last week I raved about how incredible that creamy, dreamy golden spiced cashew butter is and believe me it’s all kinds of wonderful just on it’s own but, stuffing it into it’s very own, perfectly portioned dark chocolate cup and sprinkling it with a touch of flaky sea salt = best idea, ever!

The richness of the dark chocolate marries so perfectly with the subtly sweet, perfectly spiced, creamy, dreamy cashew butter – it really is a match made in heaven!

There are a few precious moments in life where words are simply not required and I firmly believe that this may be one of them . . .

I mean really . . .

All natural, quick and easy, decadent rich, deliciously indulgent, cool crisp dark chocolate cups stuffed with luscious, creamy, seriously dreamy, subtly sweet, perfectly spiced, gloriously golden cashew butter . . .

Gluten free Dairy free Grain free Sugar free  Vegan Low carb Keto & Paleo but most importantly they really are a little slice of heaven right here on earth and you need them in your life because, every day should end with, or include at some point, chocolate and nut butter . . . 100% worth it!

2 ingredients, 10 minutes in the making . . .

Make them. Eat them. Love, love, love them.

 

Dark Chocolate Golden Spiced Cashew Butter Cups
{Sugar Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan, Keto & Paleo Friendly}

Makes 12-14 Deliciously simple, seriously indulgent, secretly healthy,  creamy, dreamy, perfectly spiced, cashew butter cups

Ingredients –

1/2 cup of golden spiced cashew butter

1/2 cup of good quality dark chocolate

Flaky sea salt

Optional add-in;

1-2 scoops of collagen – for protein and gut healing goodness

Method –

1 – Melt chocolate by your preferred method. I like to do mine broiler style by placing my chocolate in a small bowl  over a pot of simmering water.

2 – Use a teaspoon to drizzle some melted chocolate into a chocolate mold (or can use mini paper or silicone cupcake/muffin cases if you prefer) and spread to coat evenly. Don’t use all your chocolate, remember you want to save about 1/4 of it to spread on top once our chocolate cups are filled.

3 – Place your chocolate cups in the fridge or freezer for 5-10 mins to set.

4 – Remove  your chocolate cups from the fridge or freezer, fill each chocolate cup with a spoonful of your creamy, dreamy, golden spiced cashew butter, then use the back of your spoon carefully smooth out the top and firmly but gently press the filling down into the chocolate cups.

5 – Once all your cups are filled,  top with a little extra chocolate, smooth it all the way to the edges to the filling is completely covered then sprinkle with salt and place them back into the fridge (or freezer) to set.

These delicious little cups will keep well in the fridge for several weeks but can also be stored in the freezer for 3-6 months!

Enjoy xo

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Question of the day –

What’s your favorite flavor nut butter?

Feel free to share recipes, or links to your fave recipes in the comments below or on the Facebook page and please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your creamy, dreamy, golden spiced cashew butter cups  (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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GOLDEN SPICED CASHEW BUTTER!!!!

I’m sorry for yelling but this golden spiced cashew butter . . .  caps are required!

Deliciously buttery cashews are lightly toasted then blended with a splash of vanilla , a glorious, golden spice mix (think turmeric, cinnamon & ginger) + a cheeky pinch of salt to  bring you your very own creamy, dreamy, velvety smooth, perfectly spiced jar of edible awesomeness!

You guys . . . this golden spiced cashew butter is everything I want in life, and more! I know I say it all the time, especially when it comes to nut butters but, I think this creation may be my peak!

Not only is it insanely, and I mean I N S A N E L Y, delicious  but, it’s also happens to be quite the nutritional powerhouse thanks to a sprinkling of that super hero, super spice, turmeric.

It’s rich in antioxidants, a natural anti-inflammatory, it’s great for digestion, great for heart  health, will help stabilize blood sugar, lower your risk of diabetes, improve brain function and boost your immunity! 

Just in case you need an excuses to eat more nut butter . . . rest assured friend, I got you covered

Health benefits aside,  this golden spiced cashew butter really does taste like and absolute dream!

There’s something truly magical about the way the vanilla, cinnamon and ginger cuts through the buttery richness of our golden, toasted cashews adding the perfect hint of sweetness that ties in so beautifully with the earthy tones of turmeric.

And would you look at that color!!!!!!

And those pretty little flecks of vanilla and cinnamon

There’s something I find so soothing and comforting about that combination of spices that warms me down to the depths of my soul.

I’m just so in love with this glorious little jar of golden deliciousness and I can not wait for you to try if for yourself because, one taste, and I know you will be as head over heels in love with it as I am!

As always our healthy, homemade cashew butter is made with no refined flours or sugars, using just a handful of ingredients that I bet you have on hand already and comes together in a matter of minutes!

No weird additives or unpronounceable ingredients – just cashews, vanilla, a sprinkling of heart and belly warming spices, cheeky pinch of salt & a little love is all you need!

And FYI – this pretty little jar of golden deliciousness also happens to be naturally  sugar free, dairy free, gluten free, grain free, low carb, vegan, keto, paleo friendly and 100 % whole 30 compliant but, most importantly, it really is edible awesomeness personified, feel good food at it’s finest and you need it in your life because, yummmmmmmm

Sprinkle turmeric and drizzle nut butter over our entire lives, solves all problems . . .

Well maybe not quite but it can’t hurt to try

Honestly, I don’t know what else there is to to say apart from please, please, puh-lease do yourself a favor and go make it already!!

All natural, thick and creamy, subtly sweet, velvety smooth, perfectly spiced, healthy, homemade, gloriously golden cashew butter . . .

7 ingredients , 10 minutes in the making . . .

Stop what you’re doing, this needs to happen, now!

Make it. Eat it. Love, love, love it.

Golden Spiced Cashew Butter
{Sugar Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan, Keto & Paleo Friendly}

Makes approx 1 3/4 cups of all natural, quick and easy, creamy, dreamy, velvety smooth, subtly sweet, perfectly spiced, gloriously golden, healthy, homemade cashew butter

Ingredients –

2  cup of raw cashews – could sub  1 1/2 C store-bought natural cashew butter – just cashews & salt

1 Tablespoon of vanilla extract

1 teaspoon of ground turmeric

1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon of ginger

1/2 teaspoon of salt flakes (omit if using pre-made/store bought that has salt added already)

1/8 teaspoon of ground black pepper – this is important as the chemical compound in the black pepper is what helps and enables the body to absorb all of those incredible nutrients in the turmeric! You can’t taste the pepper, promise.

Optional add in-

2 scoops of collagen ( I nutra organics &   Vital proteins unflavored collagen peptides – or Further food you can use EMS10 to get 10% off any further food products ) –  for an extra dose of protein and gut healing goodness – omit if vegan

Method –

1 – Preheat your oven to 175’C (350’F)

2 – Line a large baking sheet with baking/parchment paper (or a non stick silpat mat) then add your cashews making sure they are spread evenly – aka not crowded.

3 – Roast your nuts for 5-7 minutes, until gloriously golden, deliciously fragrant and lightly toasted.

4 – Pour your golden, delicious toasted cashews into the bowl of your food processor or blender, add salt and process until smooth and creamy (or your desired consistency). Initially they would grind down into a powder, give it a minute or two and the oils will extract and it will become deliciously, thick, rich and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally.

5 – Once you have blended to your desired consistency add the vanilla and remaining spices and process until well combined.

Note – If you prefer a thinner/runnier nut butters feel free to add a drizzle of coconut oil (or even just water) 1 tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.

7 – Store in an airtight container in the fridge. It should keep well for up to 2 weeks – but I highly doubt it will last that long! (← seriously, good luck with that )

Enjoy xoxo

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Question of the day –

Are you a fellow nut butter addict? What’s your fave flavor? Or brand? Or recipe? And your fave way to eat it?! Straight up by the spoonful, with fruit, on toast, on chocolate?! Tell me . . . details please

Feel free to share recipes, or links to your fave recipes in the comments below or on the Facebook page and please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your glorious, golden cashew butter (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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Turmeric and Ginger Spiced Almond Butter

Just when I thought my nut butter obsession couldn’t get any bigger this happens . . .

You guys . . .

This right here is like the superhero, golden child of the almond butter world!

Not only is it insanely, and I mean I N S A N E L Y, delicious (think subtly sweet, velvety smooth, deliciously buttery and perfectly spiced with a gentle heart and belly warming hum of cinnamon and ginger) but, it’s also packs a serious and I mean S E R I O U S, nutritional punch thanks to the addition of our tantalizing, super food ingredient, turmeric.

I know, I know what you’re thinking . . . turmeric in almond butter  . . . Em, is that really necessary?!

I say, YES!!!!

Ok maybe it’s not totally necessary but, I guarantee that it is all kinds of delicious, seriously nutritious – one taste and you will be fully on board.

Trust me.

Have I ever steered you wrong?!

I wouldn’t do such a thing. Only the best of the best for my sweet, internet BFF (that’s you )

I honestly believe that this turmeric and ginger spiced, almond butter that we’re making today really is the best of the best.

I hate to toot my own horn but I really think I may have out done myself with this latest nut butter creation . . . it’s definitely next level! An absolute game changer. (toot, toot)

Plus, did you know that turmeric is rich in antioxidants, it’s a natural anti-inflammatory, it’s great for digestion and heart health, will help stabilize blood sugar, lower your risk of diabetes, improve brain function and boost your immunity! 

Just in case you need an excuses to eat more nut butter . . . all in the name of good health, I got you covered

For those of you who are concerned that this super hero, super spread may have a weird/funky, taste I assure you the turmeric goes completely undetected.

Apart from the coloring . . .

I’ll admit, it does have an “interesting” glow about it but, personally I kinda dig the 80’s, retro, neon, golden hue. Don’t you?!

Regardless of how you feel about it’s appearance, one taste and you will be head over heels in love with this all natural, anti-inflammatory, super-charged, super-hero, super-spread I just know it!

The addition of cinnamon and ginger adds a magical touch of perfectly spiced sweetness that marries so beautifully with our buttery almonds. It kinds of tastes like Christmas in a cup which is all kinds of awesome if you ask me.

I don’t know what it is, but there is something incredibly comforting about that combination of spices that warms me to the depths of my soul.

Would you just look at those pretty little flecks of vanilla bean and cinnamon

Ahhhh I just love it so much!!!

Honestly, I don’t know what else to say apart from please, please, puh-lease can you stop what you’re doing and go make it already?!

As always our healthy, homemade almond butter is made with no refined flours or sugars, using just a handful of ingredients that I bet you have on hand already.

No weird additives or unpronounceable ingredients – just almonds, vanilla, a sprinkling of heart warming spices and cheeky pinch of salt is all you need!

And, once you’ve roasted those golden delicious, nutrient rich almonds you’re divine little jar of edible awesomeness comes together in a matter of minutes!

Oh and FYI – this pretty little jar of turmeric and ginger spiced almond butter also happens to be naturally vegan, gluten free, dairy free, sugar free, keto, paleo friendly and 100 % whole30 compliant but, most importantly, it’s seriously delicious and you need it in your life, ASAP!

All natural, thick and creamy, subtly sweet, perfectly spiced, healthy, homemade, gloriously golden, turmeric and ginger spiced almond butter . . .

One taste of this super-charged, super-food, super-spread and life as you know it will be changed forever!

Make it. Eat it. Love, love, love it.

Turmeric and Ginger Spiced Almond Butter
{Vegan, Gluten Free & Paleo Friendly}

Makes approx 1 3/4 cups All natural, quick and easy, creamy, dreamy, velvety smooth, subtly sweet, perfectly spiced, gloriously golden, healthy, homemade, turmeric and ginger spiced almond butter

Ingredients –

2  cup of raw almonds

1 Tablespoon of vanilla extract or 10-12 drops of Vanilla Cream Stevia – I use Sweet Leaf Stevia

1 teaspoon of ground turmeric

1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon of ginger

1/2 teaspoon of salt flakes

1/8 teaspoon of ground black pepper – this is important as the chemical compound in the black pepper is what helps and enables the body to absorb all of those incredible nutrients in the turmeric! You can’t taste the pepper, promise.

1 scoop of vital proteins collagen peptides – optional

Method –

1 – Preheat your oven to 175’C (350’F)

2 – Line a large baking sheet with baking/parchment paper (or a non stick silpat mat) then add your almonds making sure they are spread evenly – aka not crowded.

3 – Roast your nuts for 7-10 minutes, until gloriously golden, deliciously fragrant and lightly toasted.

4 – Pour your golden, delicious roasted almonds into the bowl of your food processor or blender, add salt and process until smooth and creamy (or your desired consistency). Initially the almonds would grind down into a powder, give it a minute or two and the oils will extract and it will become deliciously, thick, rich and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally.

5 – Once you have blended to your desired consistency add the vanilla and remainig spices and process until well combined.

Note – If you prefer a thinner/runnier nut butters feel free to add a drizzle of coconut oil (1 tablespoon at a time) to reach desired consistency.

7 – Store in an airtight container in the fridge. It should keep well for up to 2 weeks – but I highly doubt it will last that long! (← seriously, good luck with that )

Enjoy xoxo

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Question of the day –

Are you a fellow nut butter addict? What’s your fave flavor? Or brand? Or recipe? And your fave way to eat it?! Straight up by the spoonful, with fruit, on toast, on chocolate?! Tell me . . . details please

Feel free to share recipes, or links to your fave recipes in the comments below or on the Facebook page and please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your turmeric and ginger spiced almond butter (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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If you’re looking for some deliciously simple, secretly healthy, homemade treats to make for your dear ol’ Dad this Father’s day weekend (or even just for your fine self because, yum! #treatyoself )  then look no further my friend.

I’ve put together a list of 20 of my most popular, healthy, homemade treats, an array of goodies to cater for all tastes, that are super simple to put together (so little hands can get involved) and would make a wonderful gift that I’m sure the special men in your life would thoroughly enjoy, I know mine do

1 – Salted Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Bites

2 – Lemon Berry Bliss Bites

3 – Salted Maple Pecan Almond Butter

4 – Apple and Cranberry {Grain Free} Granola

5 – Sweet and Spicy Savory Snack Mix

6 – Chocolate Orange Bliss Bites

7 – Chocolate Tahini Fudge Bites

8 – Chocolate Coated Roasted Almonds

9 – Healthy, No-Bake Lamington {Chocolate & Coconut} Bliss Bites

10 – Black Forest Granola

11 – Dark Chocolate Strawberry Coconut Butter Cups

12 – Quick and Easy Candied Walnuts

13 – 3 Ingredients Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Almond Butter Cups

14 – Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Power Bites

15 – Summer Berry Snack Mix

16 – Caramel Chai Spiced Bliss Bites

17 – Deliciously Simple, Healthy, Homemade Chocolate Coated, Salted Caramels

18 – DIY – Dark Chocolate Roasted Almond Bark

19 – Dark Chocolate Cranberry Fruit and Nut Clusters

20 – Dark Chocolate Double Stuffed Dates

So much deliciousness where to begin?

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Please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your deliciously simple, secretly healthy, homemade treats (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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I mean it is my birthday month after all which gives me just the excuse I needed (as if I really need one?!) to make a brand new, insanely delicious, seriously indulgent, yet secretly healthy, nut butter obsession to share with you.

And ummmmmm this right here . . .

This little jar of heaven aka – chocolate pistachio almond butter . . .

It’s the gift that keeps on giving!

It’s decadent and rich, subtly sweet, velvety smooth, seriously creamy, deliciously indulgent and simply divine.

Something about the subtle, slightly savory, flavor profile of those pretty little oven roasted pistachio’s combined with our buttery almonds, a sweet splash of vanilla, the decadent, richness of our cacao and that cheeky pinch of salt . . .

I mean, I thought the original, salted pistachio almond butter we made was all kinds of awesome (which it really, REALLY is!) but, this chocolate version is next level!

I think we can all agree that a touch of chocolate just makes everything better, am I right?!

Oh you know I am!

And this right here, this chocolate pistachio almond butter we’re making . . . is in a world of it’s own!

It’s thick and creamy, deliciously buttery, subtly sweet, seriously chocolatey, lightly salted and well, like you,  all kinds of incredible!

Honestly, I don’t know what else to tell you . . .

Ahhhhh I’m just so excited for you to try it because I know you are going to just love, love, love it!

It’s chocolate and nut butter, two of my greatest loves combined, what’s not to love?!

Just look at it?!

Heaven in a jar I tell you!!

No words needed!

As always our healthy, homemade almond butter is made with no refined flours or sugars, using just a handful of real food ingredients that I bet you have on hand already.

No weird preservatives, additives, fillers, hidden sugars or unpronounceable ingredients here people –  just almonds, pistachios, vanilla, cacao, a cheeky pinch of salt and a little bit of love is all you need!

5 ingredients, 10 minutes in the making = deliciously winning on soooo many levels!

Oh and FYI – this little jar of awesomeness also happens to be naturally vegan, gluten free, sugar free, dairy free, keto and paleo friendly  but, most importantly, it’s I N S A N E L Y delicious and you need it in your life, ASAP!

I don’t know about you but I can’t think of a better way to spend my birthday (or any day for that matter) than by diving head first into this jar of deliciousness and eating my way out.

Who am I kidding, birthday or not that sounds like an absolute dream!

All natural, quick and easy, velvety smooth, creamy, dreamy, decadent and rich, subtly sweet, deliciously indulgent, lightly salted, seriously chocolatey, healthy, homemade chocolate pistachio almond butter . . .

Make it. Eat it. Love, love, love it.

Chocolate Pistachio Almond Butter
{Sugar Free, Gluten Free, Keto & Paleo Friendly}

Makes approx 2 1/2 cups all natural, quick and easy, deliciously indulgent, seriously chocolatey creamy, dreamy, velvety smooth, lightly salted, healthy, homemade, chocolate pistachio almond butter

Ingredients –

2  cup of raw almonds

1  cup of pistachios, shelled

2 Tablespoons of cacao

1 Tablespoon of vanilla extract or 10-12 drops of Vanilla Cream Stevia – I use Sweet Leaf Stevia

1/2 (heaping) teaspoon of salt flakes

Method –

1 – Preheat your oven to 175’C (350’F)

2 – Line a large baking sheet with baking/parchment paper (or a non stick silpat mat) then add your almonds and pistachios, making sure they are spread evenly – aka not crowded.

3 – Roast your nuts for 7-10 minutes, until gloriously golden, deliciously fragrant and lightly toasted.

4 – Pour your golden, delicious roasted nuts into the bowl of your food processor or blender, add salt and process until smooth and creamy (or your desired consistency). Initially the almonds would grind down into a powder, give it a minute or two and the oils will extract and it will become deliciously, thick, rich and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally.

5 – Add cacao and vanilla and process to combine then have a cheeky taste (or two) and adjust as needed.

Note – If you prefer a thinner consistency feel free to add a drizzle of coconut oil to thin it out.

6 – Store in an airtight container in the fridge. It should keep well for up to 2 weeks – but I highly doubt it will last that long! (← seriously, good luck with that )

Enjoy xoxo

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Question of the day –

Are you a fellow nut butter addict? What’s your fave flavor? Or brand? Or recipe? And your fave way to eat it?! Straight up by the spoonful, with fruit, on toast, on chocolate?! Tell me . . . details please

Feel free to share recipes, or links to your fave recipes in the comments below or on the Facebook page and please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your chocolate pistachio almond butter (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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Well, I’m pretty sure that homemade nut butter is mine.

You guys, I am so sorry for skipping out on you last week! I had my first (and hopefully last) ever real, deal migraine.

The migraine itself lasted a solid 2 days and let me tell you it knocked me off my feet!

And that post migraine hangover . . . that bad boy lingered on for a full week which, as you can imagine, was all kinds of awesome. Said no one, ever!

Ugh – so not cool, not cool at all!

You know what is all kinds of awesome and seriously cool?!

Apart from you, of course

Homemade nut butter!!!

And that’s exactly what we are going to make today.

Except we’re not just making any ol’ nut butter , no siree’ – not for my super awesome, crazy cool sweet invisible internet BFF’s  . . . you only get the best of the best!

And that’s exactly what we have here . . .

The best of the best for the best of the best.

Now, allow me to introduce you to my latest obsession . . .

Healthy, homemade roasted pistachio almond butter!!!!

Golden delicious, nutrient rich almonds and some pretty little pistachios are oven roasted and blended with a generous pinch of salt to bring you a creamy, dreamy. deliciously buttery, lightly salted nut butter that is so insanely delicious that life as you know it will be changed forever!

Ladies and gentlemen I am here to tell you that there is a brand new, seriously awesome, incredibly cool nut butter on the block and it’s about to rock your world!!!

3 ingredients, 10 minutes in the making and you guys . . . I can’t even!

I mean, roasted almonds on their own = awesome

Pretty little pistachios  (seriously how cute are they with their vibrant, green and purple exterior?!) = also, all kinds of awesome

So when those two, tasty little, worlds collide what you get is absolute, edible, awesomeness personified.

Ahhh you guys, I am so beyond excited about this delicious new collaboration. One taste and I know you are going to just love, love, love it as much as I do!

It’s thick and creamy, deliciously buttery, perfectly salted and simply divine!

What’s not to love?!

Would you just look at it?!

As always our healthy, homemade almond butter is made with no refined flours or sugars, using just a handful of real food ingredients that I bet you have on hand already.

No weird additives or unpronounceable ingredients – just almonds, pistachios, a cheeky pinch of salt and a whole lotta love is all you need!

And, once you’ve roasted those golden delicious, nutrient rich almonds and pretty little pistachios you’re divine little jar of edible awesomeness comes together in a matter of minutes!

So much to love I tell you, and love it you will!

Oh and FYI – this pretty little jar of salted, roasted pistachio almond butter also happens to be naturally vegan, gluten free, dairy free, paleo friendly and whole30 compliant but, most importantly, it’s seriously delicious and you need it in your life like, yesterday!

All natural, thick and creamy, deliciously dreamy, lightly salted, healthy, homemade, roasted pistachio almond butter . . .

Seriously, stop what you’re doing – this needs to happen NOW!

Make it. Eat it. Love, love, love it.

Roasted Pistachio Almond Butter
{Vegan, Gluten Free & Paleo Friendly}

Makes approx 2 1/2 cups All natural, quick and easy, creamy, dreamy, velvety smooth, lightly salted, healthy, homemade, roasted pistachio almond butter

Ingredients –

2  cup of raw almonds

1  cup of pistachios, shelled

1/2 (heaping) teaspoon of salt flakes

Method –

1 – Preheat your oven to 175’C (350’F)

2 – Line a large baking sheet with baking/parchment paper (or a non stick silpat mat) then add your almonds and pistachios, making sure they are spread evenly – aka not crowded.

3 – Roast your nuts for 7-10 minutes, until gloriously golden, deliciously fragrant and lightly toasted.

4 – Pour your golden, delicious roasted nuts into the bowl of your food processor or blender, add salt and process until smooth and creamy (or your desired consistency). Initially the almonds would grind down into a powder, give it a minute or two and the oils will extract and it will become deliciously, thick, rich and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally.

5 – Once you have blended to your desired consistency have a cheeky taste test (or two) and adjust seasoning as needed.

Note – If you prefer a thinner consistency feel free to add a drizzle of coconut oil to thin it out.

7 – Store in an airtight container in the fridge. It should keep well for up to 2 weeks – but I highly doubt it will last that long! (← seriously, good luck with that )

Enjoy xoxo

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Question of the day –

Are you a fellow nut butter addict? What’s your fave flavor? Or brand? Or recipe? And your fave way to eat it?! Straight up by the spoonful, with fruit, on toast, on chocolate?! Tell me . . . details please

Feel free to share recipes, or links to your fave recipes in the comments below or on the Facebook page and please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your roasted pistachio almond butter (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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1 – I have been trying to write this post for close to a week now and every time I go to get started something comes up to pull me away ( #momlife ) so I’m afraid if I don’t just get in and just get it done that may happen again

2 – I don’t really have anything fun or exciting to tell you other than the fact that I made this bonkers delicious, healthy, homemade mocha chai spiced almond butter and you need it in your life like, yesterday!

So . . .

Deliciously simple, decadent, rich, healthy, homemade mocha chia spiced almond butter . . .

You guys . . .

So much deliciousness your pretty little head may just explode!!!!

Gloriously golden, nutrient rich almonds are oven roasted then blended with a splash of vanilla, a cheeky pinch of salt, a combination of chai inspired spices (think cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom and cloves) , a sprinkling of cacao and a gentle hum espresso.

I know I say it about all the nut butters that we make but you guys . . . this mocha chai spiced almond butter is so insanely delicious that one taste and life as you know it will be changed forever!

The subtle sweetness of vanilla combined with those creamy, dreamy, buttery almonds, that  heart warming hum of chai inspired spices, the decadent, richness of the cacao and that gentle hum of espresso . . .

You guys . . . I can’t even . . .

It’s decadent and rich, subtly sweet, deliciously indulgent, seriously chocolaty and simply divine!

For the coffee haters out there;

1 – Tell me again why we’re friends?! Just kidding, kinda, you know I love you

2 – Please don’t be put of by the fact that this almond butter has espresso in it. I personally don’t think it has a strong coffee flavor (although you could certainly ramp things up if you wanted) the coffee seems to just enhance the richness of the chocolate more than anything.

Trust me, that leetle touch of espresso brings an element of depth and richness to this little jar of heaven that takes our latest batch of healthy, homemade almond butter to a whole new level!

Seriously, just trust me on this, I would never steer you wrong.

As always our healthy, homemade mocha chai spiced almond butter is made with no refined flours or sugars, using just a handful of real food ingredients that I bet you have on hand already.

And, once you’ve roasted those golden delicious, nutrient rich almonds you’re divine little jar of perfectly spiced, espresso infused, deliciously indulgent, healthy, homemade almond butter comes together in a matter of minutes!

It also happens to be vegan, gluten free dairy free and paleo friendly but, most importantly, it’s insanely (and I mean I-N-S-A-N-E-L-Y) delicious and you need it in your life asap!

Once you have your little jar of creamy, dreamy, perfectly spiced, espresso infused, chai spiced almond butter ready and waiting in your hot little hand, go ahead and use it as you would, business as usual – dive head first into the jar and eat your way out . . .

or you be a little more refined and get yourself a spoon . . .

do what you feel, no judgement here

And I’m not saying that you have to but, I you know I strongly, STRONGLY insist suggest that you do . . . grab yourself a big ol’ block chunk of your fave dark chocolate then add a heaping spoonful of your deliciously indulgent, perfectly spiced, espresso infused, creamy, dreamy, mocha chai inspired almond butter . . .

And lose yourself in the deliciousness that you just created.

All natural, quick and easy, thick and creamy, subtly sweet, seriously chocolaty, decadent, rich, deliciously indulgent, espresso infused, perfectly spiced, healthy, homemade mocha chai spiced, almond butter . . .

Seriously, stop what you’re doing, this needs to happen, now!

Make it. Eat it. Love, love, love it.

Healthy, Homemade Mocha Chai Spiced Almond Butter
{Vegan, Gluten Free & Paleo Friendly}

Makes approx 1 1/2 heaping cups of all natural, quick and easy, creamy, dreamy, decadent, rich, delicious, nutritious, perfectly spiced, espresso infused, healthy, homemade chocolate, chai spiced almond butter

Ingredients –

2 cup of raw almonds

1 Tablespoon of vanilla extract (or 8-10 drops of vanilla cream stevia – I like to use Sweet Leaf Stevia )

1 Tablespoon cacao

1 teaspoon of instant espresso

1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon of cloves

1/4 teaspoon of cardamom

1/2 teaspoon of salt flakes

Method –

1 – Preheat your oven to 175’C (350’F)

2 – Line a large baking sheet with baking/parchment paper (or a non stick silpat mat) and pour on your almonds, making sure they are spread evenly – aka not crowded.

3 – Roast your almonds for 10 minutes, until lightly toasted and deliciously golden.

4 – Pour your roasted almonds into the bowl of your food processor or blender and process until smooth and creamy (or your desired consistency). Initially the almonds wil grind down into a powder, give it a minute or two and the oils will extract and it will become deliciously, thick, rich and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally.

5 – Once you have blended to your desired consistency, add your vanilla, cacao, espresso, salt and spices then process until well combined.

6 – Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly – add a little extra salt or more vanilla/cinnamon/spices if you feel the need and, if you prefer a thinner/more runny consistency feel free to add a drizzle of coconut oil to thin it out.

7 – Store in an airtight container in the fridge. It should keep well for up to 2 weeks – if it lasts that long! (← seriously, good luck with that )

Enjoy xoxo

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Question of the day –

Are you a fellow nut butter addict? What’s your fave flavor? Or brand? Or recipe? And your fave way to eat it?! Straight up by the spoonful, with fruit, on toast, on chocolate?! Tell me . . . details please

Feel free to share recipes, or links to your fave recipes in the comments below or on the Facebook page and please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your mocha chai spiced almond butter (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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With Mother’s day just a few days away I thought I would put together a short list of a few of my favorite deliciously simple, secretly healthy recipes that would be perfect to serve for Mother’s Day brunch, or lunch or anytime because well, brunch!!!!

All of the recipes you see below are super simple to put together, made with just a handful of ingredients that I bet you have on hand already and come together in less than 30 minutes!

I made sure to include a little of everything, some savory, some sweet, some hot, some cold – an array of goodies to cater for all tastes.

They are all simple, all delicious and all guaranteed to be very much enjoyed and greatly appreciated no matter which one you choose.

1 – Quick and Easy Carrot and Zucchini Fritters  – GF – Paleo

2 – Whipped Espresso Choc Chip Chia Pudding – V – GF – DF – Paleo – Whole30

3 – Hummingbird Muffins with Coconut Yogurt Frosting – GF – Paleo

4 – Avocado and Black Bean Quesadillas – GF

5 – Gingerbread Protein Pancakes  – GF

6 – Jamie’s Spring Fritatta – GF  – Easily adapted to Paleo – Vegan & Whole30

7 – Vanilla Spiked Protein Waffles – GF

8 – Deliciously Ugly Lemon Berry Muffins – GF – Paleo

9 – Sun-dried Tomato, Spinach and Feta Quesadillas – GF

10 – Banana Fig and Walnut Muffins – GF – Paleo

11 – Strawberry Choc Chip Chia Pudding – V – GF – Paleo

12 – Vanilla Spiked Protein Pancakes – GF

13 – Sweet Potato Egg Boats – GF – Paleo – Whole30

14 – Banana Ricotta and Dark Chocolate Quesadillas –
GF – Eaily adapted to be Vegan – Dairy Free – Paleo

15 – Apple and Cinnamon Muffins with Maple-Vanilla Almond Butter Frosting
GF – Paleo

16 – Healthy, Wholewheat Peanut Butter Pancakes

17 – Epic Avocado Egg Salad Lettuce Cups – GF – Dairy Free – Paleo

So many delicious options, which would you choose?

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Please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your deliciously simple, secretly healthy, Mother’s day brunch recipe (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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If you’re looking for some deliciously simple, secretly healthy, homemade treats to make for your mama (or your fine self) this Mother’s day then look no further my friend.

I’ve put together a list of 16 of my most popular, healthy, homemade treats, an array of goodies to cater for all tastes, that are super simple to put together (so little hands can get involved) and would make a wonderful gift that I’m sure your mama would absolutely love.

1 – Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Cashew “Fudge” – V – GF – Paleo

2 – Healthy, Homemade Dark Chocolate Strawberry Coconut Butter Cups -V – GF – Paleo

3 – Salted Caramel Chai Spiced Bliss Bites – V – GF – Paleo

4 – Dark Chocolate Toasted Almond Bark – V – GF – Paleo

5 – Healthy, No-Bake Sugar Cookie Bliss Bites – V – GF – Paleo

6 – Deliciously Simple, Healthy, Homemade, Dark Chocolate Coated Salted Caramels –
V – GF – Paleo

7 – Lemon and Coconut Bliss Bites – V – GF – Paleo

8 – Dark Chocolate Strawberry Bark – V – GF – Paleo

9 – Dark Chocolate Coated Double Stuffed Dates – V – GF – Paleo

10 – {Date Free} Strawberry Choc Chip, Tahini Bliss Bites – V – GF

11 – Healthy, No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Bliss Bites – V – GF – Paleo

12 – Healthy, Homemade, 3 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Almond Butter Cups –
V – GF – Paleo

13 – Strawberry Cream Cashew Cookie Bliss Bites – V – GF – Paleo

14 – Healthy, Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Power Bites – V – GF – Paleo Friendly

15 – {Date Free} Double Chocolate Espresso Bliss Bites – V – GF

16 – Salted Maple Pecan Almond Butter – V – GF – Paleo

So much deliciousness where to begin?

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Please for the love of all that is good in this world when you do make your deliciously simple, secretly healthy, homemade treats (or any of the recipes you find on this blog of mine) go ahead and snap a pic and share it either on the Facebook page, or tag me on twitter or Instagram. Sharing is caring remember.

Do it, do it You know you want to

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