ALMOND OLIVE OIL CAKELETS
++ Dairy-free, gluten-free, low-glycemic, sugar-free, high-protein, Paleo, single-servings ++
Olive oil cakes are more tender and fruitier than any cake made using butter. I use high quality olive oil for a fruity, bold flavor. Almond pairs well with olive oil, so I pumped up the flavor using four almond ingredients: almond flour, almond milk, sliced almonds plus almond extract. Then the final flavor addition of lemon zest and lemon juice enhances the fruity olive oil compounds. These little cakelets are also gluten free and dairy free. This is honestly a perfect combo of flavors in heart healthy, beautiful cakelets.

MOCHA CUPCAKES WITH VEGAN CREAM FILLING
++ Refined sugar-free, dairy-free, high antioxidant, heart-healthy, gluten free, vegetarian ++
This is a classic, American-style chocolate cake—dense, moist and dark. But my cupcakes come with a surprise inside: VEGAN whipped cream filling! This recipe makes such perfect, moist cupcakes thanks to olive oil and an entire cup of coffee. No one will ever suspect they are healthy since I am using only coconut sugar as a sweetener which is not only low-glycemic but also retains quite a bit of the nutrients found in the coconut palm tree. Finally, I capped off each cake with a melted dark chocolate jacket to hide the surprise cream inside this beautiful pastry.

VEGAN CHIA SPICE COOKIES
++Vegan, gluten free, heart-healthy, dairy free, refined sugar free ++
I love to bake cookies that are not overly sweet but carry so much flavor I simply can’t stop eating them. Try my simple, vegan oat and chia seed cookies and see for yourself. Instead of wheat flour I use a combination of cashews, oats, teff flour and chia seeds that produce highly nutritious, light cookies. Finally, I dip them into dark chocolate to dress them up. These cookies turn out so pretty with the contrast from dark chocolate to light cashew and oat cookie peeking out. A perfect combo of chocolate and spice!

EASY CHOCOLATE PROTEIN COOKIES
++ Gluten free, refined sugar-free, low-glycemic, heart-healthy, high protein, Paleo ++
This is my high protein version of a chocolate chip cookie that is quick and easy. I combined almond butter and protein powder making them chockfull of protein. Then I used strong, hot coffee to give them a high-energy hit. Together with the low-glycemic carbs from chocolate and coconut sugar these cookies provide me long-lasting fuel for tough workouts. Pack these for your outings as a healthy treat that tastes delicious.

THE BEST CHOCOLATE CAKE EVER
++ Refined sugar-free, dairy-free, gluten free, high antioxidant, heart-healthy ++
This is a classic American-style chocolate cake that is fluffy and very moist. It is hard to find a really good gluten free cake recipe. When I say this is the best one I have ever had…I mean it! This recipe makes such a perfect, tender texture for cupcakes using olive oil and a cup of hot coffee. I used unrefined coconut sugar as a sweetener plus cocoa powder to make the cake extra chocolaty This has become my go-to chocolate cake recipe in all my baking now as the perfect recipe for layer cakes, cupcakes or cream filled cakes. Bake a batch and you will see. It really is the best cake ever...

VEGAN FRUITS AND NUTS COOKIES
++ Vegan, gluten free, heart-healthy, high protein ++
I love to bake these cookies as gifts. They're so pretty - lightly toasted brown with specks of pumpkin seeds, creamy coconut and dates peering through the delicious batter. This recipe makes delectable, lightly spiced, melt-in-your-mouth hazelnut cookies. Feel free to play with other cookie additions because this batter makes the perfect foundation to add your favorite dried fruits like raisins or cranberries, plus chocolate chips or sunflower seeds. All variations pare well in this sinfully good, heart-healthy batter.

POWERHOUSE BROWNIES
++ High Protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free ++
Here is a quick and easy recipe for gluten-free brownies that taste delicious and are super high in protein. I use common pantry ingredients and no fancy techniques to create a satisfying chocolate sweet with little effort. I am in love with quinoa flour: it's one of my favorite grains to eat and contains all the amino acids to make a complete protein; plus, it's high in fiber! If you make my brownies with chocolate chips that are sweetened with coconut sugar, you will have a truly low-glycemic treat that will not spike your blood sugars. Plant-based vegan butter and yogurt makes these brownies extra gooey, fluffy, and irresistible.

EASY DOUBLE CHOCOLATE BROWNIES
++ Gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, low-glycemic, heart-healthy ++
Here is a quick and easy recipe for gluten-free brownies that taste delicious and are good for your heart and waistline. I always love walnuts in a chocolate brownie, so this one is packed full of healthy walnuts. Of course, you can substitute any of your favorite nuts if you choose. I used such simple pantry ingredients and no mess techniques to create a quick and satisfying chocolate sweet. If you make these double chocolate brownies with dark chocolate chips that are sweetened with coconut sugar you will have a truly low-glycemic treat that will not spike your blood sugars. Plant-based vegan butter makes these brownies extra gooey and irresistible. Guilt-free treats are waiting!

NO BAKE GINGERBREAD PROTEIN BARS
++ Vegan, paleo, refined sugar-free, heart-healthy, high fiber, high protein ++
I love gingerbread and I also love clean treats made from high protein, real, plant-based ingredients. My no-bake gingerbread reminds me of a traditional gingerbread cookie, but with no baking and just a few simple ingredients. These high protein bars get their color from the mixture of warm spices and classic molasses. I use lots of vegan protein powder and creamy nut butter to make them high in protein. Make up a batch for your next hike and be sure to share with your friends who will love your homemade healthy pick-me-up power bars!

CARAMEL APPLE PUMPKIN CAKES
++ Refined sugar-free, high antioxidant, heart-healthy, gluten free, dairy-free ++
If you're looking for a moist and spicy pumpkin treat, look no further than my Caramel Apple Pumpkin Cakes. These little cakes are golden orange - just like fresh pumpkins - yet they surprise you with chunks of apples inside. I use olive oil and vinegar in my recipe to give them just the right amount of healthy zing and moist texture. With vegan caramel drizzled over the top they taste and look simply divine!

COOKIE DOUGH BITES - Vegan, gluten-free, high protein - There is nothing better than cookie dough when you crave a treat that reminds you of your childhood. Here is my healthy version of a classic cookie dough bite. High in fiber from oats and coconut flour, plus high protein from the nut butter, protein powder and plant-based milk. These yummy, simple treats are a perfect grab-and-go, single serve treats you can store in your freezer. This is a wonderful recipe for children to participate in making - and a guilt-free recipe for children of all ages to indulge in.

VEGAN MILK CHOCOLATE FROSTING ++Vegan, gluten free, heart healthy, high fiber, Paleo ++
Creamy, plant-based, vegan, milk chocolate frosting is a must have recipe! My chocolate frosting is completely healthy made using all plant-based, real food ingredients. No one will know this frosting is healthy and less sugary because it is packed with chocolate flavor and warm notes from almonds and vanilla. Thanks to coconut milk this frosting has a wonderful creamy taste and texture. I use it on all my cakes and cupcakes because it is easy to pipe into pretty decorations or I just use a knife to create a smooth layer.

VEGAN CARAMEL CANDY BARS
++ High protein, vegan, gluten free, heart-healthy, high fiber ++
Just imagine biting into a soft caramel layer on a crispy coconut base topped with chunks of chocolate chips and large crystal salt. This is what I call IRRESISTABLE! I made the base with coconut, so it would be crunchy and toasted, but also melt-in-your-mouth soft. The great news is these bars freeze well into single servings so that you can have them on hand without overindulging in the whole batch.

SPICY PUMPKIN POWER SANDWICH
++ Vegan, gluten free, heart-healthy, dairy free, refined sugar free ++
I love sandwich cookies, where you get two cookies in one plus a cream filled center inside. A perfect pairing is pumpkin and spice. So, I paired my classic cashew spice cookie with a high protein, creamy, golden pumpkin filling. Turns out the combo is a winner! These are not only gluten-free but also vegan! Go ahead and enjoy your cookies as you would enjoy a power bar because they are packed with plant-based, high protein goodness. Say hello to cookies that are not overly sweet, but instead carry so much flavor you simply can’t stop eating them.

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!

RASPBERRY AND ROSE FROSTED BARS
++ Vegan, high protein, gluten free, heart-healthy, high fiber ++
The fresh taste of raspberries is one of my favorites - with their bright, sweet tartness and beautiful pink color. I combined raspberries powder with rose buds to add a special flair to my dessert. Since roses are edible flowers. I sprinkled them on the tops of my bars for a beautiful finish. I baked a crunchy crust using coconut and oats. Then layered the crust with a delicious, vegan frosting made with creamy cashews and coconut milk. No one will know how good these pretty plant-based tasty tarts are for them. A real winner in my book!

EASY PALEO BROWNIES (aka WALNUT TEFF BROWNIES)
++ Paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-glycemic, sugar-free, high-protein, single-servings ++
We all need an easy, healthy brownie recipe to bake quickly when friends are coming for a visit. These moist chocolate brownies melt in your mouth and satisfy your chocolate cravings. I use gluten free teff flour which has a warm, nutty, cocoa flavor, so it's a natural choice for brownies. (Teff flour is a ground seed, rather than a grain). My recipe comes together quickly and results in a deliciously, moist, fudgy, chocolate brownie. No dairy, no refined sugar, these brownies are a great choice for a healthy treat.

CHUNKY BANANA CHICKPEA COOKIES
Gluten free, low-glycemic, Paleo, vegetarian and made with heart-healthy fats
Made with oats, quinoa flour and chickpeas, these cookies are full of protein and fiber. All these superfoods combine in a simple drop cookie which bursts with yummy stuff, like dates, pumpkin seeds and chocolate. I dare you to try eating just one of these powerful recovery treats!

PUMPKIN SWIRL COFFEE CAKES
++ Gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, heart-healthy, high fiber ++
My golden colored pumpkin cakes are extra special with a swirl filling and topper made using creamy pumpkin, cashew butter and protein powder. These cakes are not only beautiful on the outside, but once you bite into one you find a moist spice cake with loads of pumpkin flavor. The cakes themselves are very simple to bake. They are gluten free with the help of brown rice and buckwheat flours. The cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg spices turn these cakes from yummy to irresistible!

CHOCOLATE GOJI BERRY DROPS
++ Vegan, refined sugar-free, low-glycemic, heart-healthy, high fiber, Paleo ++
This is one of my easiest recipes for delicious dark chocolate crunchy candy. The combination of flavors in these goji berry- and almond-packed drops are killer! The smooth texture of the dark chocolate against the chewiness of the goji berry and the crunch of the toasted almonds with the spike of sea salt explodes in your mouth. These candies can be made in just minutes, ready for guests to enjoy. But watch that you save some for your guests, they are just that good…