Tag: paleo

Easy Almond Joy Candy Cups

Melissa King 8 Comments

If you have been following me for awhile, you know I love all things Almond Joy flavored.  These Easy Almond Joy Candy Cups are my latest creation.  I know you are going to love them!

easy almond joy candy cups

There are a few things that make this recipe great.  They are vegan, gluten free and paleo approved.  The contain ZERO refined sugar, and there is no baking required!  Only 5 simple ingredients!

I have such a sweet tooth, so I am always thinking of new ways to enjoy sweets in a better way.  Since these contain a good amount of fat, and they are super rich, you don’t need much to satisfy.  I made mine in standard sized muffin pans and got 6, but you can do a bite size up if you like too!

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Easy Lemon Pie

Melissa King 13 Comments

Oh. my… This PIE. This is my new favorite! Hi again! It’s your pie-making friend, Emily, from PrettyPies.com. I have made literally dozens of desserts over the past couple of years, but *this* one definitely ranks high on my list. It’s SO simple. And so delightfully delicious! I can’t wait to share the recipe with you!

You will love how incredibly easy it is to make. Just 7 ingredients and a few minutes is all you need! No baking, no food processor, nothing fancy.

The best part? NO waiting for hours for it to set. You can enjoy right away!

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Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup

Melissa King 25 Comments

I had some cabbage I needed to use up, so I decided to make this Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup.  It was very easy and came out great!  The best part is it only calls for simple ingredients you probably already have on hand!  This healthy soup is made in the slow cooker so it can cook even when you leave the house!

slow cooker cabbage soup

The other day when I sent Marcus to the store to get some diced tomatoes, he accidentally bought tomato sauce.  This soup was the perfect use for that sauce.  Plus, the house smelled so good when this was cooking!

This soup recipe makes a ton, but it freezes great.  I like to freeze it in serving sized containers so I can just grab and defrost what I need.  If you wanted to bump up the protein in this recipe, I think adding chickpeas or white beans would be good.

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Healthy Turmeric Cauliflower Rice

Melissa King 9 Comments

You have to try this Healthy Turmeric Cauliflower Rice!  Have you heard about the benefits of turmeric? Turmeric is anti-inflammatory, can increase antioxidants, and lowers your risk for heart disease to name a few.

Cauliflower rice can be a great alternative for those trying to eat a low-carb diet.  It’s very low in calories as well. I don’t even really like cauliflower, but I do enjoy cauliflower rice. It’s super easy to make too.  So is this healthy recipe.

healthy turmeric cauliflower rice

This recipe is vegan, gluten free and paleo approved.  You can turn it into a main dish by adding some vegetables and your favorite protein.  I think carrots and peppers would go really well with the flavors.  For protein, I would suggest chickpeas or tofu if you eat soy. It’s very versatile!

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Salted Caramel Gooey Bars

Melissa King 18 Comments

Are you in full indulgence mode now?  If so, you will LOVE these Salted Caramel Gooey Bars.  They have a soft, buttery crust with a salted caramel filling.  So gooey that you may need to eat these bars with a fork.  I love all things salted caramel, don’t you? If you need more dessert ideas, you can check out these healthy desserts with 5 ingredients or less.

salted caramel gooey bars

They are seriously worth the last minute indulgence for 2016.  You will definitely go out with a bang. 🙂  These bars are gluten free, vegan and paleo.  They would be absolutely amazing if you top them with coconut whip cream.  Heading off to try that now! 🙂

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Mini Mint Chocolate Cheesecakes

Melissa King 4 Comments

Who doesn’t love mint chocolate?  These Mini Mint Chocolate Cheesecakes are perfectly bite sized and packed with chocolatey mint flavor!  They start with a sweet pecan crust and the cheesecake layer is super creamy and decadent.  You would never guess they were vegan!

mini mint chocolate cheesecakes

These mini cheesecakes are also gluten free and paleo.  They are a super cinch to make too.  ZERO cooking required!

This recipe would be great for your holiday parties. You can make it a day ahead so you can spend time entertaining your guests instead of slaving away in the kitchen.

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