SAMOA Girl Scout Cookie Shakeology

Who doesn't like Girl Scout Cookies?!?! Seriously, they are amazing, tasty, yet after you eat them, you feel bloated and yucky and guilty!  That's unfortunate right?!  

Well, fortunately, I have found something that seriously replaces that guilty feeling and tastes just as yummy!  A clean, healthy alternative is just the trick!

SAMOA GIRL SCOUT COOKIE SHAKEOLOGY

Ingredients & Directions

4 oz vanilla unsweetened almond milk
4 oz water (you should have this one lol)
1 scoop chocolate Shakeology
1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 caramel extract
Ice
Blend!

Its that easy!! Nutrition does not have to be difficult!! Make it simple, healthy, and convenient!! 

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Raw Coconut Fudge

What better way to make a yummy treat than using raw food that is not processed and guilt-free?! I have a book called RAWvolution by Matt Amsden and he has some great recipes that are so simple to make but yet so healthy!

This Raw Coconut Fudge is one of my favorite desserts! Who knew you can make a great dessert with literally 4 ingredients?! They say 5 ingredients or less is a great indicator of a healthy food, especially when you can read the ingredients!  So here you go! 

Raw Coconut Fudge 

Ingredients:

• 3 cups raw walnuts
• 1/2 cup carob powder
• 2 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
• 5/8 cup agave nectar (sweetener that is low on the glycemic index)

Directions:

1. Grind walnuts in a food processor until they are at a buttery consistency
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the carob powder and shredded coconut and mix well.  Add the ground walnuts and the agave nectar and mix well.
3. Press the mixture into small muffin pan (or flat glass baking dish), creating a flat, even layer approximately 3/4 inch thick.  If using a glade baking dish, cut into squares and serve.  

* Taste best when covered and frozen until thoroughly chilled for a more solid consistency before cutting and serving.

ENJOY!!

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Guilt Free Protein Chocolate Truffles

GUILT FREE PROTEIN CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

Filling Ingredients

1/4 cup Chocolate Protein Powder ( I use Shakeology)

2 tbsp Almond Flour

1 heaping tbsp Cashew, Almond, Hazelnut, or Natural Peanut Butter (depending on your preference)

1/8 cup Raw Cocoa Powder

1/4 cup Coconut or Almond Milk

Coating Ingredients

3-4 squares of 100% Bakers Unsweetened Cocoa Chocolate Bar

1 square White Chocolate (optional, but great for decoration)

Directions

Mix all of the filling ingredients in a big bowl. Make sure to add what addition you prefer for the batter. If you like Nutella, for example, use hazelnut butter and a really chocolatey protein powder such as Shakeology. 

Once you achieve the right texture, shape the batter into eight balls and set them aside. Remember that if your batter is too sticky to shape, you should add a bit more cocoa powder. If it's too dry or crumbly, add a bit more milk.

Melt your dark chocolate by sticking it in the microwave or, if you're feeling fancy, melt it in a glass bowl on top of a pot of boiling water.

When your dark chocolate has melted, dunk the balls in them and transfer them to a plate or chopping board that's covered in foil or baking paper. This will help prevent the balls from sticking when you unmold them.

Finally, top your truffles with melted white chocolate, chopped nuts, chocolate flakes, or coconut flakes!

ENJOY!!

Thanks for the amazing picture made by my friend and fellow coach Andrea Youngblood, diamond Beach body coach! 

Coconut Chicken Strips

Coconut Chicken Strips

So I have been feeling like I need to make something with chicken that is a little different from the usual that I make... I kept thinking and coconut shrimp came to mind.. Yes, NOT chicken though lol .. Ok so since my hubby refuses to eat anything from the ocean, I decided to change it up a little with some coconut chicken! 

I just made it, so he has not tried it yet, but I did a taste test and I'm sure he will be pleasantly surprised with it! 

Ingredients:

1lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into strips

½ cup egg whites or egg substitute

¾ cup Whole Wheat Panko breadcrumbs

1/2 cup unsweetened flaked coconut

1 tsp sea salt

1 tsp ground pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp crushed red pepper

Directions: 

Preheat oven to 400 degress F.

In one bowl, combine Whole wheat Panko, coconut, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, salt and pepper.

In another bowel, add the egg white or substitute.

Cut chicken breast into strips (easier to eat and cooks through better)!

Dip strips into egg and then into breading mixture. Layer the strips so they are not overlapping each other.

 Cook at 400 for 30 min or until crispy.

WALAH!!

I also just made this new clean Honey Mustard that is pretty kick butt!! Great dipping sauce with the Coconut Chicken!!

Cocoa Amaretto Shakeology Truffles

Cocoa Amaretto Shakeology Truffles

Ingredients:

1 Serving Chocolate Shakeology

½ Cup Organic Oats

½ Cup Unsweetened Organic Shredded Coconut

¼ Local Honey

½ Cup Natural Peanut Butter

½ Tsp. Almond Extract

Roasted Pecans or Almonds very finely chopped (almost dusty in texture)

Directions:

Mix all ingredients in bowl (except for Nuts) until well blended. Refrigerate mixture for 20 minutes. Using a small scoop, make bites around 1 Tablespoon apiece. Roll into a ball and roll into nuts. Place in airtight container and keep in Fridge until you need a pick-me-up, or you’re feeling that Chocolate Craving kick in!

Banana Protein Ice cream with PB2 & Coconut

Banana Protein Icecream with PB2 and coconut

Ingredients:

1 medium banana

3 tbsp PB2 powder

1 scoop vanilla protein  powder(I used Vanilla Shakeology),

1/4 cup water

3-4 ice cubes

1 tbsp unsweetened raw shredded coconut

*1 tbsp chocolate chips if you want to add a little extra sweetness.

Directions:

Blend  banana, 2 tbsp PB2, water, ice and protein powder

-Place in a container and freeze for 3-4 hours.

-Defrost for 10-15 minute before eating.

-Top with coconut, 1 tbsp PB2, and chocolate chips if desired!