Desserts
Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies with Cassava Flour
Made with cassava and tapioca flours, this amazing paleo cookie is crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Chocolate chip cookies, the most basic of cookies, are a staple in many households. For those needing alternative ingredients, this paleo version hits the spot! These cookies are crisp yet soft with lots of chocolate…
Read MorePaleo Rosemary Shortbread
A delightfully crisp cookie with a touch of honey and rosemary. Shortbread is a delicious cookie in and of itself, but the addition of honey and rosemary brings a wonderful surprise. This paleo rosemary shortbread is the perfect offering particularly for fall and winter gatherings, or simply to enjoy with a cup of tea. Butter…
Read MoreHomemade Paleo Chocolate
Delicious homemade chocolate made with simple ingredients and simple steps. Making a perfect chocolate bar at home is difficult unless you have the right equipment. You can, however, make a decent chocolate with an alternative sweetener for when you want a special snack. It’s also a perfect treat for holiday gatherings! Powdered Coconut Sugar Because…
Read MoreFruit Sweetened Paleo Apple Pie
A dessert that could be breakfast! Sweetened only with apples, dates, and raisins! What I love about this recipe is that the sweetener is only fruit. The apples plus the dates and raisins give the right amount of sweetness without adding maple syrup, coconut sugar, honey, or any other natural sweetener. You could almost have…
Read MorePaleo Sweet Potato Pie
A beautiful dessert that has a creamy and spicy filling combined with a wonderfully flaky crust. The first thought when taking a bite of this wonderful dessert is not “oh, this must be paleo”, but rather “oh, this is sooooo good”. And it’s really quite simple to make, which is an added bonus. One of the…
Read MorePaleo Pie Crust with Cassava Flour
Crisp and flaky crust made with cassava and tapioca flours! Perfect for a sweet or savory pie! Whether you’re making quiche or dessert, it’s necessary to start with a good crust. A few stores now have gluten free crusts, but making your own ensures you know all the ingredients. This paleo pie crust is made…
Read MorePaleo Pumpkin Ice Cream
Full of pumpkin flavor and spice! A perfect treat for autumn days! Although fall is not a time where people are typically thinking about ice cream, pumpkin ice cream is still a must. This paleo version contains coconut milk, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and real pumpkin. It’s wonderfully creamy and delicious! Pumpkin Puree Typically…
Read MorePaleo Pumpkin Bread with Cassava Flour
Deliciously moist, made with cassava flour, maple syrup, and spice! This paleo version is a fall favorite! When I think of autumn, I think of pumpkin bread. It’s just the best! Fortunately for those with gluten, dairy, or refined sugar sensitivities, tasty alternatives to traditional ingredients are available. Cassava Flour This paleo pumpkin bread…
Read MoreDairy Free Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Ice Cream
Made with coconut milk, maple syrup, peanut butter, and refined sugar free chocolate. It’s soooo good! *Not fully paleo! First off, please note that this recipe would not be considered paleo due to the peanut butter. Most nut butters are paleo, but they must come from nuts. Peanuts are legumes which are not part of…
Read MoreFresh Peaches and Whipped Cream with Cinnamon
Fresh cut peaches served with a dollop of coconut milk whipped cream and cinnamon. A tasty and healthy snack or dessert! It’s peach season! Every year we get a couple crates of peaches from my parents and it’s always fun to experiment with how to use them. But really, the best way to enjoy an…
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