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Julie’s Ginger Cookies

Julie’s Ginger Cookies

Every time I go home for a visit, my mom has a batch of these cookies made so they always remind me of home. I’ve slightly adapted the recipe by adding fresh ginger.  These cookies are definitely not clean-eating, but an amazing holiday treat. I make loads of them during the holiday season and often … Continue reading

Tofu Chocolate Mousse

It’s hard to believe that this dessert is clean-eating and relatively guilt free–another gem from the Eat Clean Diet Cookbook. It’s a favourite of my friend Stacy’s and I make it whenever I go over for a visit. 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips 1 brick of soft tofu at room temperature, drained 1/2 cup warmed … Continue reading

Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

I can’t believe how easy these cookies are to make–and so delicious. They are technically clean-eating, but be careful! They have about 100 calories per cookie and it’s easy to eat a lot! My friend Kelsey recently checked my blog and the next day when we were running said “I made your almond butter cookies … Continue reading

Cranberry Almond Cookies

Cranberry Almond Cookies

This delicious cookie recipe has the perfect blend of dried fruit, almonds and spices; a healthy dose of protein; and less than 90 calories per cookie. The main sweetener is agave nectar, also called agave syrup—this can be found in the syrup isle of grocery stores like Whole Food or Capers. It is a low … Continue reading

Protein Cookies

Protein Cookies

These tasty little nuggets are as close to a healthy cookie as you can get. They have virtually no added fat, they are loaded with oatmeal, and they have protein for an added nutritional kick. Even better, spices such as cinnamon, cumin, cayenne, and ginger can help raise your metabolism. Need I say more? I’ve … Continue reading