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Coconut Panna Cotta

Coconut Panna Cotta

Panna Cotta is a traditional Italian dessert of sweetened cooked cream, stiffened with gelatin. So, making a version devoid of any cream might seem to be a bit of a cheat, but since my version still eats good, and dramatically cuts down on the fat and calories, I think most people won’t mind too much. Previously I posted my recipe for a Strawberry Panna Cotta. That recipe works great, and can easily be changed to a Blueberry Panna Cotta by…

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Aquafaba Meringue Cookies

Aquafaba Meringue Cookies

You’ve heard the old joke before – who is the bravest person in the history of the world? Probably the first person who ever drank milk. Someone who pointed at the underside of a cow and said “You see that? I’m going to grab THAT… and whatever comes out? I’m going to drink it.” Well, he or she might not qualify as “brave” but I give massive creativity points to the first person who was draining off a can of…

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Strawberry Panna Cotta

Strawberry Panna Cotta

Panna Cotta is a traditional Italian dessert of sweetened cooked cream, stiffened with gelatin. So, making a version devoid of any cream might seem to be a bit of a cheat, but since my version still eats good, and dramatically cuts down on the fat and calories, I think most people won’t mind too much. This recipe is for a Strawberry Panna Cotta, which comes in at just 77 calories per serving. I’ve also included a Chocolate Nut Crumble topping…

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Blueberry Oatmeal Crumble Bar

Blueberry Oatmeal Crumble Bar

I hesitate to categorize these Blueberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars as a healthy treat. Not because they aren’t healthy. At just over 140 calories per bar, these vegan treats are sweetened with light brown sugar and maple syrup (NO granulated sugar) and full of great ingredients like oats and Chia seeds, and use no oils of any kind. No, the reason I hesitate to call them “healthy” is because they’re really delicious and easy to make, and often the “healthy” tag…

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