PUMPKIN PROTEIN TRUFFLES
++ High protein, vegan, gluten free, heart-healthy, high fiber ++
Healthy Truffles…sound too good to be true, right? But trust me, these truffles not only taste amazing, but they also provide long-lasting energy with the perfect blend of protein, healthy fats, fiber and antioxidants. I love making recipes that taste sinfully good but contain nothing but plant-based goodness.

RASPBERRY JAM CHOCOLATE CUPS - Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free - Chocolate and raspberries are wonderful dance partners - creating a party in your mouth! The tartness of raspberries really brings out the delicious, dark flavors of chocolate. Here is my jam and coconut filled, dark chocolate candy cup recipe. Together these ingredients make a delicious treat I can’t get enough of– and with only healthy ingredients. I don’t have to stop myself from happily indulging. These delicious candies are easy to make and make you want to party, too!

MACA CARAMEL CHOCOLATE CUPS
++ Vegan, gluten-free, heart-healthy, low-glycemic ++
I believe that satisfying my sweet tooth is the best way to eat healthy nutrients while bringing me joy. My caramel chocolate candies are my healthy alternative to store bought caramel cups like Rolo® or Toffifay®. Imagine biting into dark chocolate with a creamy caramel center with a hint of butterscotch flavors that tantalize your senses. Unlike the store-bought versions, my caramel cups contain no refined sugar and are only made from dates with coconut cream. You could eat the whole batch without feeling guilty, because all ingredients are plant based, heart-healthy and promote well-being.

CHOCOLATE MATCHA MINT TRUFFLES
++Vegan, low-glycemic, heart-healthy, high protein ++
These healthy chocolate truffle balls with a matcha-mint center are more than adorable! They melt in your mouth and yet are vegan without dairy or refined sugar. I find the combination of mint, chocolate, coconut, matcha green tea, vanilla and coffee wakes up my senses and makes my mouth happy! They are so pretty, whenever I serve them to my friends, they don’t believe I actually made these myself. I promise you, they are worth the effort, because they taste heavenly!

COOKIE DOUGH STUFFED TRUFFLES +++ Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, high protein, heart-healthy +++
If chocolate truffles are yummy, then cookie dough stuffed chocolate truffles are out of this world! I set out to create a vegan chocolate treat that is fun to make and to eat while using simple pantry ingredients. I did it: chocolate chip sprinkled, edible cookie dough wrapped in a high protein truffle. A perfect grab-and-go, single serve treat. This is a wonderful recipe for children to participate in making - and a guilt-free snack for children of all ages!

CHOCOLATE MATCHA MINT CUPS **Vegan, gluten-free, high antioxidants, heart-healthy** There is something irresistible about the combination of chocolate and mint. One of my favorite childhood treats were After Eights® and Peppermint Patties, which taste great, but are filled with loads of refined sugars. So of course, I had to create a healthy version that I can feel good about eating any time. My recipe for mint and green tea chocolate cups contains lots of antioxidants and is perfectly balanced between sweet and minty. Every delicious bite provides me healthy nutrition I can feel good about.

WHITE PEPPERMINT TRUFFLES - Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, heart-healthy - Some days I crave sweets for breakfast, lunch and dinner. So, I had to create a recipe for a bigger treat that tastes delicious while giving me lots of healthy nutrients that satisfy my sweet tooth. My truffles are the ultimate mint-chocolate-bombs with just the right amount of peppermint offset by chocolate and coffee!!! What is not to love? You even get slivered almonds and chocolate chips in these date sweetened coffee-mint-truffles. They are easier to make than they might look. Give these satisfying treats a try and impress your friends with beautiful - plus healthy - sweets!

Vegan, low-glycemic, heart-healthy, high protein

These healthy mint-laced chocolate mocha bites are as enjoyable as any truffle. They melt in your mouth and yet are made without dairy or refined sugar. The mint is subtle but satisfying. The combination of mint, chocolate, vanilla and coffee perfectly boosts up the flavors. Plus, you get to play with toppings and even make them into candy pops with your kids. I dare you to eat just one!

CHOCOLATE TURMERIC CARAMEL CUPS - Vegan, low glycemic, gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, heart-healthy, Paleo - Chocolate and Caramel are simply meant to be together to make “the perfect candy”. With healthy fats from nut butter and coconut milk, antioxidants from dark chocolate and low glycemic sweetness from dates …boom! - you get the most delicious, heart healthy, high protein, handmade candy. By adding turmeric and orange zest these caramel cups offer a unique, rich taste you cannot buy in any store. Did I mention they are healthy? Don’t deny yourself! Indulge!

HEALTHY CHOCOLATE TURTLES - Vitamin rich, vegan, Paleo, dairy-free, grain free, refined sugar-free - Once in a while I love to “play with my food”. These chocolate turtles just make me smile and I have a blast making them and offering them as treats (as well as eating them, of course). These fun treats are made healthy by combining dates and pecans with dark chocolate. Give these a try and make someone smile!

MOCHA BROWNIE BATTER TRUFFLES - Vitamin rich, vegan, dairy-free, grain free, refined sugar-free - Who can resist brownie batter? And who can resist mocha chocolate truffles? I combined these two into one delicious bite. A guilt-free, healthy dessert loaded with vitamins, protein and antioxidants. The secret ingredient is chickpeas; really - no dairy, no heavy fats, just a can of chickpeas blended with cocoa, coffee and maple syrup into a smooth, creamy paste. You could eat these truffles for dinner- they are that healthy! Loaded with fiber and protein with bold coffee and chocolate taste and subtle sweetness. No need to resist, just enjoy!

SWIRLY PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE - Vegan, gluten free, dairy-free, refined sugar free, Paleo - If you like peanut butter and chocolate, this EASY, healthy fudge recipe is for you. Make a batch in only 15 minutes with just 7 simple pantry ingredients. Store it in the refrigerator for a grab-and-go, creamy, high protein dessert. This delicious fudge gives you loads of energy from healthy plant-proteins while tasting like a sinful dessert.

PEPPERMINT MATCHA CANDY - Vegan, low-glycemic, heart-healthy, antioxidant-rich, high fiber - For this candy I created a vegan After Eight® mint with a twist: matcha green tea adds a distinct flavor that blends perfectly with peppermint…plus its green! These candy balls are antioxidant bombs that taste so good, you won’t be able to stop at just one. And the good news is – you don’t have to because they are made with healthy coconut and maple syrup and nothing refined… You must have some mint tea bag around, just waiting to make this candy!

HEALTHY PEPPERMINT PATTIES ++ Vegan, refined sugar-free, low-glycemic, paleo, grain-free, gluten-free, heart-healthy, high fiber ++ My European friends crave After Eight® mints and my American friends swear by their thick York or Pearson’s mint patties. However thick you want to make them, the combination of peppermint with chocolate is simply heavenly. To turn these patties into healthy treats, I added shredded coconut for sweetness and fiber and eliminated all refined sugars with a small amount of maple syrup. Voila – healthier peppermint patties for any time of day – not just after eight or in the darkness of the movie theater!

CHOCOLATE TAHINI FUDGE ++Flourless, gluten-free, nut-free, high protein, vegan, dairy-free, Paleo ++
Watch out, you will not be able to stop eating my addictive tahini candy! Caramelized in vanilla-maple syrup are loads of pumpkin and sesame seeds; all topped with chocolate coating. I made sure this candy provides enough plant-based protein and fat for long-lasting energy. This is the perfect healthy snack disguised as a decadent candy. It is much easier to make than you might think. Give it a try!

Chocolate Mocha Coconut Truffles ++ Vegan, low-glycemic, heart-healthy, high protein ++ These decadent, creamy healthy chocolate coconut bites are as enjoyable as any truffle. They melt in your mouth and yet are made without any dairy or refined sugar. The combination of chocolate, coconut, vanilla and coffee are amazing together. Plus, you get to play with toppings and even make them into candy pops with your kids. Have fun with this recipe; it will become a favorite in your kitchen, too!

TAHINI FUDGE ++Gluten-free, vegan, dairy free, refined sugar free, Paleo ++Watch out, you will not be able to stop eating this traditional Middle Eastern dessert transformed into a decadent, healthy tahini treat! I created a creamy and chewy fudge made of tahini and raw ingredients like sesame and pumpkin seeds with salted tops. Since I packed them with seeds AND chocolate, they make the prefect fudge with enough fat and carbs for long-lasting energy. My recipe is easy to make - give it a try!

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge - Vegan, gluten free, refined sugar free and Paleo

I’m in love with my naturally sweet, creamy and rich fudge! If you like peanut butter and chocolate, this recipe is for you. It’s great stored in the refrigerator for a grab-and-go dessert that is so satisfying. Made with just 5 ingredients, it’s easy to put together in only 15 minutes. Try making this healthy fudge yourself that gives you lots of energy.