Paleo Dark Chocolate Pancakes

Try making these Paleo Dark Chocolate Pancakes for your next breakfast option! Cacao powder helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels, boosts heart health, and supports brain function. Almond flour contains less carbohydrates than traditional wheat flour and helps reduce LDL or “bad” cholesterol. Coconut oil helps to increase energy levels throughout the body in addition to supporting cardiovascular health. Maple syrup serves as a great source of amino acids and is also an excellent alternative to refined sugar. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour, finely ground

• ⅔ cup tapioca flour

• ⅓ cup organic cacao powder

• 1 tsp sea salt

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 4 eggs, whisked

• ¼ cup maple syrup, plus more for serving

• ¼ cup unsweetened apple sauce

• 3 tbsp coconut oil, plus more for cooking

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

• Fresh berries for topping, optional

Instructions:

1) In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, tapioca flour, cacao powder, sea salt, and baking soda. Mix well.

2) In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, maple syrup, applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Once those ingredients are whisked together well, add the wet mixture to the flour mixture and combine altogether.

3) Melt coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once that is melted, begin to pour the batter into the skillet to form the pancakes. Cook each side of the pancakes for about 2-3 minutes or until fully cooked.

4) Serve the finished pancakes with fresh berries and maple syrup if preferred and enjoy!

Breakfast Cookies

Try making these Breakfast Cookies for your next healthy and simple breakfast option! Raisins are high in antioxidants, fiber, and iron. Gluten-free oats are a great source of fiber and act as a prebiotic to keep your gut flora in good shape! Almond butter offers a wide array of health benefits including supporting heart health, managing blood sugar levels, and boosting gut health. Sea salt provides you with plenty of minerals, electrolytes, and helps with overall digestion. Grab one of these cookies for an on-the-go breakfast and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup applesauce

• ½ cup maple syrup

• ⅓ cup creamy almond butter

• 3 cups gluten-free oats

• 2 tsp cinnamon

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp sea salt

• ¼ cup raisins

Instructions:

1) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2) In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, maple syrup, and almond butter. Add in the oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and sea salt. Fold in the raisins.

3) Use a cookie scooper to scoop out ¼ of the dough and roll it with your hands to form mini balls onto the pan. Flatten the balls of dough with the palm of your hand. This recipe will yield about 12 small cookies.

4) Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for about 25 minutes or until the top of the cookies are golden. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes before enjoying.

5) Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and enjoy!

Paleo Chocolate Chip Muffins

Try making these Paleo Chocolate Chip Muffins for your next quick and easy breakfast option! Almond flour contains less carbohydrates than traditional wheat flour and helps to maintain healthy blood sugar levels by reducing LDL or “bad” cholesterol. Arrowroot flour is naturally gluten-free and offers many health benefits including supporting the immune system and aiding in weight loss. Coconut oil increases energy levels throughout the body and supports cardiovascular health. Grab one of these healthy muffins when you need a quick breakfast and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup almond milk

• ½ tbsp lemon juice

• 2 cups finely ground almond flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ cup arrowroot flour

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• ¼ cup melted coconut oil

• ¼ cup maple syrup

• 1 egg, whisked

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips

Instructions:

1) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2) In a large bowl, mix the almond flour, baking powder, arrowroot flour, and sea salt.

3) In a separate medium sized bowl, combine the almond milk, lemon juice, coconut oil, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Add this mixture to the dry mixture. Toss in the chocolate chips.

4) Grease a 12-cup muffin baking dish with coconut oil. Fill the cups with the mixture and bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until muffins “bounce back” when touched.

5) Store these muffins on the counter for up to 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and enjoy!

Chocolate Collagen Smoothie

Try making this Chocolate Collagen Smoothie for your next quick and delicious breakfast option! Cacao serves as a rich source of polyphenols, which help to reduce inflammation in the body and improve blood pressure levels. Bananas offer a variety of health benefits including boosting energy levels, improving digestion, promoting muscle function, and serving as a great source of both fiber and antioxidants! Collagen is a type of protein that offers many health benefits such as relieving joint pain, improving skin and hair health, preventing bone loss, and boosting muscle mass. As we age, it becomes more difficult for our bodies to make collagen. Collagen supplements serve as an excellent option for incorporating collagen into your diet. Make this smoothie for a quick on-the-go breakfast option and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 frozen banana

• 1 tbsp almond butter

• 2 cups almond milk

• ¼ cup cacao powder

• 2 scoops collagen peptides

Instructions:

1) Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.

2) Top with extra cacao powder and enjoy!