Paleo Chocolate Chip Banana Bars

I have a love for chocolate and bananas. Banana is like the greatest natural sweetener of them all if you ask me. So if you have some ripe bananas go ahead and use them for baking and don't just throw them away!!! Also I really think you should try this recipe, because it's seriously one of the best things I've ever tried, and completely guilt free, also for vegans!

Ingredients:

2 bananas
1/2 cup almond butter
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
2 tsp vanilla
1/2 cup coconut flour
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients except chocolate chips in food processor and blend on high for 1-2 minutes. Scoop out batter into bowl and add most of the chocolate chips, gently mix to evenly distribute.
2. Press batter into 8x8 pan greased with Coconut Oil.
3. Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips over top and bake for approximately 30 minutes at 350 degrees.
   
   
   
   

Cauliflower Crust Pizza

I love pizza to death. I just love all Italian food basically, so as you can probably guess, the American style pizza is not my favorite... I actually quite miss a really good thin crusted pizza. Haven't had that for almost a year!!! 

Back to the cauliflower crust; if you're not a big fan of too many carbs or if you are gluten feee then this is an amazing way of still enjoying a pizza. Honestly I think this is one of the best things I've ever tried. I am a big fan of cauliflower, and this crust had so much flavor from the parmesan and herbs. I choose some pretty simple toppings, just tomato sauce, spinach, and mushrooms, but you could also do any kind of meat that you like or just cheese. That's the good thing about pizza, you can personalize it to your own personal taste!

Ingredients:

• 1 small to medium sized head of cauliflower – should yield 2 to 3 cups once processed
• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup mozzarella cheese
• 1 egg
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon basil or rosemary, minced (or dry)
• ½ teaspoon oregano, minced (or dry)
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• Additional toppings

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.
2. Remove the stems from the cauliflower and cut into chunks, Place the cauliflower into a food processor and pulse it until it resembles the texture of rice. If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a cheese grater or chop it very finely.
3. Microwave the processed cauliflower uncovered in a microwave safe bowl for approximately 4-5 minutes on high. Remove it from the microwave and allow it to cool for at least 4-5 minutes (trust me don’t rush this step!). After the cauliflower is slightly cooled, place it in a kitchen towel and squeeze all the liquid out of it! You don't want any liquid at all left!
4. Combine the cooked cauliflower, egg, garlic, cheese, and seasonings. Stir until a dough texture forms. Spread the cauliflower mixture out onto lightly greased parchment paper or a pizza pan in the shape of a pizza crust. 
5. Bake the crust for approximately 10-15 minutes (depending on your oven), or until the crust is golden and crispy. I cooked mine for approximately 10 minutes. After the crust is golden remove it from the oven and add your toppings. Bake for additional 5-10 minutes until your toppings have been slightly baked. 
6. Sclice and dip in basil pesto for an extra yummy experience, enjoy!

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Mothers Day French Toast

So today was Mother's Day, and I wanted to make my host mom a nice breakfast, since I couldn't do it for my mom. It has been a tradition for me to make breakfast for my mom on Mother's Day, so I'm glad I got to do it this year also, and make my host mom happy.

French Toast is a thing I discovered here in America. In Denmark we have something similar we call Arme Riddere or faithful knights. But I've really come to love it, and making it healthy is not hard at all either! Usually you would put powdered sugar and syrup on top, but instead I put homemade blueberry syrup on top, and that was really good!

Ingredients:

8 slices of whole wheat bread
3 eggs
1 cup almond milk
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp cinnamon

Directions:

1. Beat eggs and add almond milk, honey, and cinnamon.
2. Heat a pan in a little bit of butter or vegetable oil.
3. Dip the bread in the egg mixture on both sides for about 20-30 seconds.
4. Fry on both sides until golden brown and serve with syrup and fresh fruit.

Pear Crumble Mug Cake

Are you looking for a delicious fruity and hearty dessert? And besides from that, do you love oats and paleo stuff? Well I do. And this treat is perfect for a night with crazy cravings for a sweet treat.

2 servings
Ingredients:

1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup almond meal/flour
1 tbsp honey (substitute with agave for vegan)
1 tbsp almond milk
pinch of salt
1 pear

Optional: Ice cream, yogurt

Directions:

Cut the pear into little slices or squares. In a separate bowl, mix oats, almond meal, and salt. Melt the honey in the microwave for 20 seconds and stir into the oat mixture with the almond milk.
Put pear slices in the bottom of two mugs and top with the crumble. Microwave for minute and serve with a scoop of ice cream or vanilla yogurt, or some plain greek yogurt, if you are craving something more sour than sweet.

Enjoy!

Blueberry Muffins

If you are looking for some healthy gluten-free muffins with lots of protein for a good breakfast or just a healthy treat, these muffins are perfect for you! They took me about 40 minutes to make and bake, and they are just super delicious. 

If you are not a big fan of blueberries, go ahead and substitute with either raspberries or strawberries or whatever you would like. Also try to experiment with the flavor of the protein powder. I used banana cream, because I think blueberries and banana goes well together, but another excellent flavor would just be vanilla or something like that. Whatever you would like!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (50 g) oats
• 1/2 cup (50 g) coconut flour
• 2/3 cup (80 g) frozen blueberries
• 1 handful almonds
• 1 scoop protein powder
• 1 tsk. baking powder
• 1/2 cup almond or soy milk or water
• 1/2 cup water - depending on texture. You want it pretty firm, not too runny.

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
2. Blend oats and almond in a blender for just a couple of seconds to make a kind of flour. 
3. Combine with the rest of the ingredients.
4. Divide evenly into a muffin tin. 
5. Bake for approximately 20 minutes.
6. Let them cool and enjoy with a nice cup of almond milk!

On the Road Oats in a Jar

Are you on the road a lot and often in a hurry? Then take the time to make these convenient jars of ready to go oatmeal as a quick and super healthy breakfast. 

Ingredients:

1/4 cup oats
1/2 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 cup almond milk
1/2 cup blueberries
1 strawberry
1 tsp cinnamon
Pinch salt
Few drops stevia

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a jar and store in refrigerator at least a couple of hour, up to several days. 

Cauliflower Salad

This salad is super quick and easy to make, plus it taste devine! I personally love the crispy cauliflower, and then with some odor from the beans and carrots makes it even more delicious. The dressing is just a simple vinegar with a little twist from the syrup which makes it super sweet and yummy. 

Ingredients:

2 cups cauliflower florets
2 inches cucumber
2 carrots
1/2 cup edamame beans

Dressing:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp balsamico vinegar
1 tsp fruit syrup

Directions:

Cut the cauliflower into little bits and put in a bowl. Cut cucumber and carrots and add to the bowl with the beans as well. 
Make the dressing by combining all the ingredients and stirring until combined. Pout over salad and enjoy!