Sunflower Energy Balls ~ Peanut-Free
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Sunflower Energy Balls ~ Peanut-Free

Peanut-Free Sunflower Energy Balls are an excellent choice for someone with tree nut allergies and perfect for after-school snacking. They are quickly becoming my go-to snacks between meals and before or after working out. Keeping this nutritious sunflower energy treat in the fridge is a great idea because they are not only delicious but a…

Quinoa Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Quinoa Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

These quinoa flour chocolate chip cookies surprised not only me but my family as well! I’m having much better luck experimenting with quinoa flakes and flour than I did ten years ago. There is no bitter aftertaste from the quinoa flour in these chocolate chip cookies, which I know many folks will appreciate. Here is…

GF SunButter Pretzel Snack Bars  
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GF SunButter Pretzel Snack Bars  

GF SunButter Pretzel Snack Bars are great for kids and a perfect “pick-me-up” snack for anyone. Pretzels have been a popular add-in to recipes from cookies, to energy balls, and even brownies. I guess you could call me a “snack bar junkie” it seems like I am always trying something new. Maybe it’s because so…

No-Cook Low-Sugar Freezer Jam ~ 3 Ingredients
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No-Cook Low-Sugar Freezer Jam ~ 3 Ingredients

Freezer jam is hard to beat and this recipe with less sugar gets two thumbs up, so why add the extra sugar? For this quick and easy “no-cooking” method of freezer jam, you will need to use Ball Instant Fruit Pectin. The hardest part of this freezer jam might be deciding what flavor to make….

Cassava Flour Nut Butter Cookies ~ Gluten-Free & Vegan
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Cassava Flour Nut Butter Cookies ~ Gluten-Free & Vegan

Cassava Flour Nut Butter Cookies are easy one-bowl gluten-free cookies that will disappear just as fast as any other favorite cookie in the house. Cassava flour is an allergy-friendly flour that measures just like any all-purpose flour without an unpleasant taste change; in fact, I would be surprised if anyone even noticed. The differences in…

Giant Flourless Chocolate Chip Cookie With Collagen
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Giant Flourless Chocolate Chip Cookie With Collagen

A giant flourless chocolate chip cookie with collagen sounds a little different am I right? You will never know it’s there, but it adds some balance to the sugar, which is a plus for your blood sugar. It’s also a fun way to experiment with collagen, if you have been wondering…can I add this to…

Garlic Roasted Mushroom Appetizers
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Garlic Roasted Mushroom Appetizers

Garlic roasted mushroom appetizers are seasoned with butter, thyme, and garlic. Then a small cube of semi-soft sheep cheese is placed in the center before baking where all these tantalizing flavors meld together. These savory mushrooms are a cinch to make and absolutely irresistible. Mushrooms come in many shapes and sizes but for this recipe,…

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies ~ A Low-Cal Treat
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies ~ A Low-Cal Treat

Gluten-free pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies are soft and just a little bit chewy. Each cookie is less than 60 calories yet not missing any of those wonderful spicy pumpkin pie flavors. This isn’t a super sweet cookie even though it is rolled in cinnamon and sugar, so if you like a litter more spice than sweet,…

Healthy GF SunButter Cookies
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Healthy GF SunButter Cookies

Healthy GF SunButter cookies are super thin, soft, and chewy. These cookies are so incredibly good I am positive you will be pleasantly surprised when you take that first bite. I like to make SunButter cookie sandwiches with allergy-friendly vanilla frosting and freeze them. They stay soft even when frozen. Vanilla frosting is the perfect…

Vegan Dipped Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls ~ Gluten-Free
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Vegan Dipped Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls ~ Gluten-Free

Vegan Dipped Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls are allergy-friendly, gluten-free, low FODMAP, and vegan. Every time I make these dough balls I wish I had made more because they disappear so quickly. They are a snap to make so the recipe goes together super fast. These Are The Basic Steps:  Just grab a medium-size bowl and…