I grew up eating southern comfort food and battling the bulge. After college I lost 90 lbs on a low fat diet and cardio exercise. Inspired by my success, I wanted to help others and became a personal trainer for many years. On the outside I looked good but was battling sugar cravings and hunger. In 2010, after years of yo-yo dieting, I was diagnosed with Hashimotos thyroiditis an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its self. In addition to thyroid medication, I adopted a gluten free and Paleo diet that is higher in fat and lower in carbs which helped my energy, blood sugar and happy moods. Along my healing journey I started to become aware of chemicals in my home and personal care routine and I found natures answer: essential oils that helped me in so many ways physically and emotionally (learn more here). Caitlin Weeks is a certified nutrition consultant, writer of Grassfedgirl.com and bestselling author of Mediterranean Paleo Cooking. Keto Carrot Cake Recipe (Primal, Low Carb, Grain Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free)
Keto Macadamia Nut Butter Cookies
I made these as a fancy variation on my Keto peanut butter cookies for thanksgiving holiday yesterday. These Keto macadamia nut cookies were a big hit with the whole family so I wanted to share them with you. These keto cookies have healthy fats from coconut oil that support a keto lifestyle and weight loss. They are also sugar free with minimal carbs to help you stay on track over the holidays. They may look simple but believe me they have layers of flavor and were the most popular dessert I made for thanksgiving. I hope you enjoy these Keto Macadamia Nut Butter Cookies. Keto Macadamia Nut Butter Cookies Keto Macadamia Nut Butter Cookies Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Total Time 25 minutes Servings 6 (about 12-15 cookies) Calories 326 kcal Ingredients Instructions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Mix the eggs, nut butter and vinegar in one bowl, then sift in the coconut flour and baking soda. Next, mix in the sweetener, vanilla, and salt Prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper. When the mixture is well combined, spoon one-inch mounds onto a parchment paper, leaving a little space between each cookie. Take a fork and press the down on the top of the dough to make an indention. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown, remove from the oven. Let the cookies cool off, serve and enjoy. Recipe Notes Nutrition facts are based on 6 servings For a Paleo version: Use 1/2 cup coconut sugar in place of swerve. Net Carbs: 5.4 g Nutrition Facts Keto Macadamia Nut Butter Cookies Amount Per Serving (6 servings) Calories 326 Calories from Fat 243 % Daily Value* Total Fat 27g 42% Saturated Fat 10g 50% Sodium 491mg 20% Total Carbohydrates 16g 5% Dietary Fiber 10.6g 42% Sugars 4.4g Protein 7.5g 15% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. My friends over at Perfect Keto are having 40% off all their products today: Nov 23, 2018. Get thier awesome Keto Macadamia Nut Butter to make these awesome cookies! (order here) Related Posts https://www.grassfedgirl.com/keto-macadamia-nut-butter-cookies/
No Bake Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake
No Bake Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Serves: 8 slices Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour 1/4 cup salted butter 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon gelatin 1 cup pumpkin 2 packages 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon stevia glycerite 1/2 cup Swerve or Lakanto (confectioners blend) Instructions: Place the almond flour and the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Use a spatula to mix the almond flour and butter until the almond flour is lightly toasted. Then place the toasted almond flour in pie plate and press it to the bottom and sides of the pie plate until covered. Put the water in a saucepan with the gelatin and mix to combine. Then put the saucepan over medium heat and mix in the pumpkin until hot and well combined. Pour the pumpkin mixture into a mixing bowl and add the cream cheese, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweetener. Use a hand beater to combine the mixture until smooth and put it into the pie plate over the almond crust. Refrigerator for one hour or until set and chilled. Serve and enjoy. Paleo version: use 1/2 cup of coconut sugar in place of Swerve. No Bake Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 5 minutes Total Time 20 minutes Servings 8 slices Calories 281 kcal Author Caitlin Weeks Ingredients Instructions Place the almond flour and the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Use a spatula to mix the almond flour and butter until the almond flour is lightly toasted. Then place the toasted almond flour in pie plate and press it to the bottom and sides of the pie plate until covered. Put the water in a saucepan with the gelatin and mix to combine. Then put the saucepan over medium heat and mix in the pumpkin until hot and well combined. Pour the pumpkin mixture into a mixing bowl and add the cream cheese, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweetener. Use a hand beater to combine the mixture until smooth and put it into the pie plate over the almond crust. Refrigerator for one hour or until set and chilled. Serve and enjoy. Recipe Notes Paleo version: use 1/2 cup of coconut sugar in place of Swerve. Nutrition Facts No Bake Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Amount Per Serving (1 slice) Calories 281 Calories from Fat 247 % Daily Value* Total Fat 27.4g 42% Saturated Fat 16.3g 82% Cholesterol 78mg 26% Sodium 218mg 9% Potassium 136mg 4% Total Carbohydrates 5.4g 2% Dietary Fiber 1.7g 7% Sugars 1.3g Protein 9.8g 20% Calcium 71% Iron 1% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Related Posts https://www.grassfedgirl.com/no-bake-keto-pumpkin-cheesecake/
Nourishing Dark Chocolate Gelatin Pudding
Keto dark chocolate gelatin pudding – Nourishing Keto Dark Chocolate Gelatin Pudding This nourishing Keto dark chocolate gelatin pudding is so creamy and delicious! Gelatin is the protein formed after the slow simmering of skin, bones, and cartilage of animals. Gelatin containing broth has been used in healthy traditional cultures for thousands of years as a diet staple. Many clients I work with say they are too busy to make broth so I found a great gelatin that is flavorless from grass fed cows that is processed using low heat. I still think the homemade broth is best but gelatin can be good for busy times. This kind of gelatin is a very healthy product that can be used as a natural thickener for soups and smoothies. This recipe uses gelatin in a creamy delicious pudding which makes getting this super food fun and satisfying. Me and my little sister recently made this nourishing dark chocolate gelatin pudding recipe for my 90 year old Grampa and he loved it. Reasons You Need More Gelatin: Contains easy to digest calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, silicon, sulphur and trace minerals Speeds healing from seasonal cold’s and flu’s Builds healthy bone matrix Provides minerals for strong teeth Supports joints, cartilage and tendons with Chondroitin and Glucosamine Fights cellulite Prevents wrinkles Increases muscle mass Speeds metabolism Heals the intestinal lining preventing chronic disease Supportive for over stressed thyroid and adrenal glands Broth with gelatin makes small portions of meat very filling which saves money Nourishing Keto Dark Chocolate Gelatin Pudding This nourishing and delicious creamy Keto dark chocolate gelatin pudding is perfect for the paleo, low carb, ketogenic, dairy, gluten, egg and sugar free dieters! Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Total Time 1 hour Servings 4 servings, (1/2 cup) Calories 297 kcal Author Caitlin Weeks Ingredients Instructions Melt the chocolate in a double boiler with the coconut milk and sweetener until melted and mixed thoroughly. Remove from heat and mix in the vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. Mix the gelatin with the water until dissolved. Add the dissolved gelatin to the chocolate mixture and stir well. Put the pudding into the refrigerator for one to two hours or until set and chilled. If you are impatient put it in the freezer for about 30 minutes. Recipe Notes For Paleo version: Use 1/4 cup maple syrup/honey in place of stevia Net Carbs: 4.7 g Nutrition facts based on 4 servings Nutrition Facts Nourishing Keto Dark Chocolate Gelatin Pudding Amount Per Serving Calories 297 Calories from Fat 278 % Daily Value* Total Fat 30.9g 48% Sodium 20mg 1% Potassium 202mg 6% Total Carbohydrates 8.4g 3% Dietary Fiber 3.7g 15% Sugars 0.2g Protein 6.4g 13% Calcium 2% Iron 24% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Let me know what you decide to make with your gelatin. This is the kind I usually buy because it is grass fed: Sources: www.westonaprice.org/food-features/broth-is-beautiful Gelatin: A Healthy Protein Powder Does this sound like you? Have you heard about […]
Paleo Blackberry Cobbler
Keto Blackberry Cobbler Recipe Keto Blackberry Cobbler Recipe This Keto Blackberry Cobbler Recipe recipe comes from my 90 year old grandma who is totally on board with the real food/paleo movement after eliminating her arthritis symptoms. You can read more of her story here. This is the perfect desert to takefor family gathering so you won’t cave in and eat a Rice Crispy treat or Bundt cake. Go prepared with your paleo treat and people will be begging for your dish over the other processed cakes and cookies from the grocery. If you read my blog you know I have a hard time keeping sweets at my house so I advise you to make this and take it out to your family dinner so you don’t eat it all at once. Keto Blackberry Cobbler Recipe This Low Carb and Keto Blackberry Cobbler Recipe is so delicious and healthy way to satisfy your sweet tooth! Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 1 hour Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes Servings 9 servinngs Calories 118 kcal Author Caitlin Weeks Ingredients Instructions Use an 8 x 8 glass baking dish that you have greased evenly with coconut oil. Place the blackberries in the pan evenly. Mix the eggs, sweetener, coconut milk, and vanilla in one bowl. Mix the coconut flour, baking soda, sea salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in another bowl. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until mixed together into a batter. Spread the batter over the blackberries with a spatula until they are covered evenly. Bake on 325 for 25-30 minutes until it is nicely browned and set. Top with heavy whipping cream or some coconut milk, full fat when serving, if using. Recipe Notes Net carbs: 4.3 g Nutrition facts based on 9 servings Nutrition Facts Keto Blackberry Cobbler Recipe Amount Per Serving Calories 118 Calories from Fat 74 % Daily Value* Total Fat 8.2g 13% Cholesterol 55mg 18% Sodium 148mg 6% Potassium 196mg 6% Total Carbohydrates 9.1g 3% Dietary Fiber 4.8g 19% Sugars 4.6g Protein 3.5g 7% Calcium 3% Iron 6% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. This gluten and dairy free, paleo blackberry cobbler recipe is so delicious and healthy way to satisfy your sweet tooth! Related Posts https://www.grassfedgirl.com/grandmas-blackberry-cobbler/