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Fit Friday Fun – The importance of rest + a little confession . . .

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Fit Friday Fun – The importance of rest + a little confession . . .

September 16, 2021
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Stay at home mum to one sweet little lady. When we aren’t busy with our little lady you will either find me cooking up a storm in my humble little kitchen or working out, lifting some heavy duty weights. READ MORE.
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Inside out dark chocolate peanut butter cups! ✨

Birthday Cake Protein Bites ✨ Rolling into bir

{Sugar free-Dairy free} peppermint mocha✨ Aka w

Soft baked gingerbread cookies (aka gingerdoodles

Snickerdoodle Coffee Cake + Sugar-Free {Protein Pa

Classic style gingerbread muffins✨ Gingerbread

Traditional {Gluten Free - Dairy Free - Lower carb

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Inside out dark chocolate peanut butter cups! ✨

Inside out dark chocolate peanut butter cups! ✨

Super simple, INSANELY delicious & yes, you need, that’s right I said NEED 1 (or 10)!

1 bowl + 6 ingredients & 15 mins & you too could be devouring this deliciousness!

If you go now they’ll be ready in time for our 830 hocus pocus watch party!! 🔮👏🏻😍

Swipe 👉🏻 or peep my stories highlight to cook-a-long w/ me 🥰:

Makes 12 mini cups of awesomeness

🥜 Cups -

🌟1/2 C silky smooth peanut butter
🌟2 Tbsp melted coconut oil
🌟2 Tbsp sugar-free maple syrup
🌟A big pinch of salt

🍫Filling -

🌟1/2 C dark chocolate - I used 85% 🙌🏻
🌟1/4 C canned coconut milk
🌟1/2 tsp finely ground instant espresso (I use mocha @beforeyouspeakcoffee ) - technically opt but helps enhance the richness of the choc
🌟1 scp collagen - opt but adds a hit of protein & great for hair, skin, nails & gut health ❤️

✳️Mix filling in a saucepan over low heat until smooth & well combined
✳️Pour/spoon paper cupcake cases
✳️Use the back of a sml tsp to smooth up the edges
✳️Chill in the freezer for 5 to set
✳️Melt choc
✳️Add espresso pwd (if using) & coconut milk & stir until smooth
✳️Chill in the freezer for 5. This is important! If you dont let the choc chill it will melt your PB cups when you try to fill them.
✳️Once your choc has chilled & your PB cups have set fill each PB cup with 2 tsp choc filling & cover with extra PB mix
✳️Chill for 5
✳️Sprinkle w/ sea salt
✳️Devour😋
❄️Keep chilled - can be frozen

🌟 Gluten free🌟Dairy free🌟Grain free🌟Sugar free🌟Low carb🌟Keto🌟Paleo🌟Vegan friendly🌟

But most importantly, they really are a little bite of heaven right here on earth & you need them in your life because . . . yummmmmm 😋

Meet you on the couch, 830 sharp! ✨👻🔮👏🏻😍

You in? 🙋🏻‍♀️

Birthday Cake Protein Bites ✨ Rolling into bir

Birthday Cake Protein Bites ✨

Rolling into birthday week with THE most delicious & super festive snack which of course I had to share with you because yummy snacks are great & all but for me they’re always 10 x more enjoyable when shared with a friend (FYI - thats you, boo 😘) !

Super simple, IN-sanely delicious - think the flavors of cake batter with the texture of cookie dough (+ alll of the sprinkles because it is a celebration after all) - it’s the sneaky snack you never knew you always needed!

1 bowl + 10 mins . . . come celebrate with me!!! 🥳

Here’s how you do it;

Makes 12

🌟1/2 C almond flour
🌟4 tbsp cashew butter
🌟1 tbsp maple syrup (I use sugar free)
🌟1 tsp vanilla
🌟2 Tbsp vanilla protein - I ❤️ @ macr0mike plant based sf vanilla buttercream (or white choc) almond protein 🔥🙌🏻 (vanilla collagen creamer works great too, haven’t tested any others , sry)
🌟a pinch of flakey sea salt
🌟a splash of water - as needed - go easy, start with 1/4 tsp at a time - just enough to bring it together to form a dough
🌟SPRINKLESSSSSSSSSS - measure with your ❤️

✳️Place all ingredients except for your sprinkles into a small bowl & stir to combine.
✳️Scoop & roll your into desired shape & size. Set aside
✳️Caaarrreeefulllllly pour your sprinkles in (or on)to a small bowl or rimmed plate (when I say carefully I mean carefully - those things will ricochet all over your kitchen floor & you will be stepping on them / cursing me for months . . . so pls be careful!!!)
✳️Roll your birthday cake protein bites in sprinkles, gently press them as you rotate to make sure the sprinkles stick.
✳️Enjoy xo

🌟Gluten Free🌟Dairy free🌟Grain free🌟Refined sugar free🌟 Low carb🌟Paleo🌟Keto🌟Vegan friendly🌟

What would your dream birthday treat be? tell me, tell me, details pls . . .

{Sugar free-Dairy free} peppermint mocha✨ Aka w

{Sugar free-Dairy free} peppermint mocha✨

Aka what’s helping get me through the next 3 days!! 😬

The decadent richness of cacao + a gentle hum (or loud rev if you prefer) of espresso & a subtle hint of minty freshness 🤤

And yes, if you aren’t a fan of coffee (pls tell me how we’re friends again?! jk - you know ILY) you can just leave it out & have yourself a dreamy choc mint chiller instead. It will still be incredible just not quite as magical IMO.

No added sugar ✅
Packed with protein ✅
Rich in magnesium ✅
Loaded with gut-healing goodness ✅

Seriously, so good! Starbucks who?! 🙊

I can’t think of a better way to start, end or fill the day than binge watching Christmas movies with a cup of this deliciousness!

You in?🙋‍♀️

Here’s how you do it;

Makes 1 shake
🍦For the base
🌟2-3 shots of brewed espresso / 1 sachet mocha @beforeyouspeakcoffee (reg if in the AM or decaf for your bed time brew) + 1/3 C water
🌟1 Tbsp cacao - at night (or if Im feeling super stressed & anxious) I make it w/ 1 Tbsp @yespleasehealth magnesium rich, superfood hot chocolate mix
🌟A few drops of peppermint stevia (or 1/8-1/4 tsp extract or 1 drop oil) to taste - a little goes a long way!
🌟Pch salt
🌟1/2 C unsweetened vanilla almond milk
🌟* If you like a sweeter brew + 1/2-1 tsp monk fruit sweetener, a few drops of stevia (or sweetener of choice) to taste
❄️❄️❄️
❤️Optional add ins
✨SF chocolate sauce or melted dark choc - swirls your glass with happiness
✨ Maca —> hormone balance - I ❤️ @powersuperfoods maca + cacao 🔥
✨ Collagen - great for hair, skin, nails & gut health
✨ Protein pwd - if doing iced for b/fast or in the afternoon I add scp of protein pwd I ❤️ @macr0mike limited edition🎄 white chocolate candy cane almond protein here but, the deluxe (or white) choc, iced mocha & vanilla buttercream all = a VERY GOOD TIME too! AMB-EM = 10% off if you want to try & believe me, you do!

🍫Best served with a dollop of whip, a cheeky shaving of @evolvedchocolate & a cute little candy cane

☝️If you want it warm, simply ditch the ice heat, blend, enjoy 😘

Meet you (virtually) on the couch in 5!

What’s your fave Christmas movie / What are we watching? Suggestions pls . . .

Soft baked gingerbread cookies (aka gingerdoodles

Soft baked gingerbread cookies (aka gingerdoodles ) A must make for the holiday szn ✨

It’s gingerbread meets snickerdoodle aka - the Christmas cookie of my dreams!!!

Eating these while drinking coffee = life complete.

So simple but so magical they make my Christmas loving heart (& belly) all kinds of happy!

Crispy on the edges, soft & chewy in the middle & yes, you NEED THEM.

FYI- made with nut butter, egg & a pch of spice = totally acceptable for breakfast consumption!

Mix em’ now, bake em’ first thing- in 8-10 mins - you’re early morning, ☕️ drinking, 🍪 eating self will thank you ☺️

Thick, fluffy, soft & chewy perfectly spiced & just all kinds of wonderful 🔥😮‍💨🤌🏻🤤🤤😍

Fun to say, fun to eat, fun to share with the ones you love (or just keep for your fine self) ❤️

&&& if you go now they’ll be ready in time to fuel your late night 🎁 wrapping/ 🎄movie marathon! I’ll meet you on the couch in your funnest festive pjs at 815!!! What movie are we watching, you can pick? ☺️

swipe 👈🏻👈🏻👈🏻 to see how dreamy she be + for extra tips/ tricks to cook a long with me 🥰

Here’s how you do It:

Makes 10-12
For the cookies -
🌟1 egg – or flax egg
🌟1/2 C almond butter
🌟2 Tbsp maple syrup - I use sugar free/ monk fruit
🌟1/4 C monk fruit sweetener - I use a golden blend to give a hint of caramel like reg brown sugar! SO GOOD!
🌟1 C almond meal
🌟1 tsp vanilla
🌟1 tsp baking soda
🌟2 tsp cinnamon
🌟1 tsp ground ginger
🌟A pch each of nutmeg, cardamom & cloves - I use my 1/8th tsp
🌟1 pch salt
❤️ Opt add in -
🌟 1 Tbsp unflavoured collagen - adds a hit of protein (which makes me feel better about eating cookies for b/fast) & is great for hair, skin, nails & gut health

✨Coating -
🌟1/2 C monk fruit sweetener
🌟1/2 tsp cinnamon

✳️Mix 🍪
✳️Chill for 30- o/night- or freeze for 15
❌DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!❌
✳️Scoop-shape-roll in cinnamon sugar
✳️Bake @175’C/ 350’C for 6-8 mins
✳️Note- they will be soft
✳️Cool for 3-5 mins
✳️They will be nice & chewy
✳️Devour!

From my heart to yours, enjoy xo

Snickerdoodle Coffee Cake + Sugar-Free {Protein Pa

Snickerdoodle Coffee Cake + Sugar-Free {Protein Packed} “Cream Cheese” Frosting!✨

Subtly sweet, light, fluffy salted caramel sponge cake spiked with a hint of cinnamon & stuffed with an espresso-infused streusel!

& don’t even get me started on that optional (but not really) sugar-free, protein-packed cream cheese frosting 🤤

You are going to LOVE it!

FYI - just 4 (!!!!) sleeps til Christmas & I’m thinking this would be perfect for you to make & share with the ones you love over the holidays or just for your fine self on a random Thursday (or any day) because #treatyoself !

Here’s how you do it:

Serves 6-9

🍰Cake -
🌟2 eggs
🌟2 Tbsps vanilla yoghurt
🌟2 Tbsps vanilla almond milk
🌟1 Tbsp vanilla
🌟1 C almond flour
🌟2 Tbsp @macr0mike limited edition 🎄caramel popcorn almond protein *
🌟1/4 C monk fruit sweetener - or granulated sweetener of choice
🌟1/2 tsp cinnamon
🌟1 tsp baking powder
🌟1/2 tsp baking soda
🌟A pch salt

✨Streusel -
🌟1 Tbsp almond meal
🌟1 Tbsp monk fruit sweetener - or granulated sweetener of choice
🌟1/2 tsp cinnamon spice @beforeyouspeakcoffee - or reg cinnamon
🌟1 tsp coconut oil, melted

🍦Frosting:
🌟1 C vanilla yogurt
🌟2-3 Tbsp @macr0mike vanilla buttercream almond protein pwd
+ a splash of almond milk (or water) as needed to desired consistency

✳️Mix streusel & set aside
✳️Mix cake
✳️Pour half in a sml lined brownie pan
✳️Sprinkle w/ streusel - save 1 tsp for top
✳️Add remaining batter & smooth to edges
✳️Sprinkle w/ remaining tsp of streusel
✳️Bake @175’C/ 350’C for 25-30 mins
✳️Frost
✳️Slather
✳️Devour😋

🌟Gluten Free🌟Dairy free🌟Grain free🌟Sugar free🌟Low carb🌟Paleo🌟Keto🌟Vegan friendly🌟

*the vanilla or white choc work too. “Can”sub 1/2 tsp coconut flour but… the flavor & nutritional boost the Macro Mike - Clean Treats protein pwd adds really makes this coffee cake (& your life by extension) extra magical & it also makes me feel better about eating cake for breakfast 😋 I guarantee its 100% worth it. Use AMB-EM to get an extra discount😘

Dessert for breakfast, breakfast for dessert?! It’s a yes from me

You in? 🙋‍♀️

Simple (but life-changing) Oven Roasted Cabbage ✨

The sneaky side dish you never knew you always needed!

I know, I know it doesn’t sound like much, roasted cabbage *yawn* but, trust me . . . if you haven’t yet had yourself some oven-roasted cabbage then prepare to have your world rocked!

The edges get gorgeously golden, crisp, crunchy, slightly charred & gloriously caramelized but the middle is deliciously buttery, soft, silky, smoky, sweet & just all kinds of wonderful.

Honestly, I’m struggling to find words to describe how incredible it really is, I think it’s one of those things you have to experience yourself to really appreciate & embrace the magical life-changing deliciousness. I mean LBR . . . roast cabbage doesn’t sound very appealing but hear me when I say it is going to change your life!

It’s super cheap and easy to prepare & goes with just about everything. Although, to be honest, I could happily make (& eat) the entire tray, all on it’s own and be one very happy gal.

Drizzle it with ranch & have at it or if you’re doing the more traditional Christmas roast , smother it with gravy. However your choose to serve it you really can’t go wrong.

We absolutely adore it and I know you will too! ❤️

Do yourself a favour & go make it already!!

Here’s how you do it;

Serves 2-6

🌟1 head of green cabbage, cut into wedges
🌟1 Tbsp olive (or avocado or coconut oil)
🌟1/2 tsp garlic pwd
🌟1/4 tsp onion pwd
🌟A pinch of red pepper flakes
🌟Salt & pepper to taste
🌟1 lemon
❤️ To serve -
🌟Garlicky- Greek yoghurt dressing
🌟4 Tbsp plain yoghurt
🌟1 Tbsp @gevityrx great guts mayo
🌟1/2 tsp each garlic & onion pwd (more or less to taste)
🌟S&P to taste
🌟a splash of water to make drizzle-able
(or gravy - I ❤️ @mingleseasoning !)

✳️Pre-heat oven to 175’C/350’F
✳️Line a baking tray with non-stick/ parchment paper (or a silpat mat) & set aside.
✳️Drizzle/brush/toss cabbage wedges with olive oil & sprinkle with seasonings
✳️Roast for 20-25 mins - flipping half way - until golden, caramel-y & the edges are charred
✳️Remove from the oven, add a squeeze of lemon, drizzle with ranch (or gravy) if you want <-— you do! 😘
✳️Enjoy xo

Classic style gingerbread muffins✨ Gingerbread

Traditional {Gluten Free - Dairy Free - Lower carb

Traditional {Gluten Free - Dairy Free - Lower carb} Christmas Pudding (or fruit cake) - it’s time!! 🎄❤️

You can steam it, bake it, add any kind of fruit, a splash of 🥃 & as much, or as little spice as you like.

It’s hearty, yet light, moist, flavorful, perfectly spiced & just all kinds of wonderful.

Packed with all the, heart & belly warming, traditional, Christmas/holiday flavors – minus the gluten, dairy, grains & refined sugars.

It’s not fancy, no bells or whistles, but it’s fun to make, fun to eat & fun to share with the ones you love.

It will keep well, tightly wrapped in the fridge for 3 months or you can freeze for 12 mths & enjoy next year 🥰😘

Here’s how you do it;

🌟2 C mixed dried fruit – I use a mix of dates, currants, sultanas, raisins, cranberries, figs & cherries
🌟1 sml green apple, approx 1/2C grated
🌟2 Tbsp apple juice (can sub brandy/rum/OJ)
🌟2 Tbsp butter, ghee or coconut oil softened (not liquid)
🌟1/4 C golden monk fruit sweetener or coconut sugar
🌟1 egg
🌟1 Tbsp maple syrup
🌟1/2 C almond meal
🌟2 Tbsp coconut flour
🌟1/4 tsp baking soda
🌟1 tsp vanilla
🌟1 tsp mixed spice .

✳️Stir fruit & juice- set aside - I soak in the fridge o/night
✳️When ready to cook- mix butter & sugar til creamy
✳️Add egg, vanilla & maple syrup & stir to combine
✳️Add flour, baking soda + spice & stir
✳️Add soaked fruit & stir to combine

♦️To Steam-

✳️Pour batter in pudding tin secure lid & place in a pot filled w/ water to come 3/4 up your tin

✳️Bring to a boil, then simmer 2-3 hours. Topping up water occasionally

♦️or to Bake-

✳️Pour to a greased/lined cake pan

✳️Cover (I just use foil) & bake @ 150’C / 300’F for 60-90 mins - til a golden , fragrant & cooked through

✳️Cool, wrap & store in the fridge til time to feast!

Serve with cream, ice-cream, custard or a little of each!

🌟Gluten Free🌟Dairy Free🌟Grain Free🌟Refined Sugar Free🌟Paleo🌟Keto🌟Vegan Friendly🌟

The only thing that’s left to decide is how will you make (& more importantly EAT) yours? 🤔

Let me know if you have any questions. From my family to yours, enjoy ❤️

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