Sweet Potato Chocolate Brownies

Warm, Gooey, and Full of Goodness!
If you’re craving something sweet but want to keep it healthy, these sweet potato brownies are the perfect treat. They have all the rich, chocolatey goodness of traditional brownies but with a wholesome twist. Sweet potatoes not only add natural sweetness but are also packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. A win-win for your taste buds and your body!

Pro Tip: Sweet potatoes are loaded with beta-carotene, which is great for your skin and supports a healthy immune system.

Ingredients :

1 cup mashed sweet potato (from baked sweet potatoes)
½ cup almond butter
¼ cup cocoa powder
¼ cup maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking powder
¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potato, almond butter, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and baking powder until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips if using. Pour batter into a greased 8x8-inch baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.

WBB Pro Tip: For a fun twist, add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for an extra Fall flavor boost.

Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites

These no-bake, pumpkin-flavored energy bites are a quick and healthy Fall snack or dessert!

Ingredients:

1 Cup quick rolled oats

1/4 cup pumpkin puree

1/4 cup almond butter

2 tablespoons maple syrup

2 tablespoons roasted pumpkin seeds ( pepitas)

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

2 tablespoons chia seeds

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix all ingredients together until well combined. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Store in the fridge for up to one week.

Pro Tip: For extra crunch, roll the bites in crushed nuts, seeds, or shredded coconut.

Refreshing “Nice” Cream

Are you ready to dive into a delicious, light, healthy, and refreshing treat? Ready to make some "NICE" Cream? It's fun, simple, and a fantastic way to cool down while enjoying something tasty and nutritious.

Preparation Steps:

1. Ripe Bananas: Ensure your bananas are ripe (with some brown spots on the peel). Peel and cut them into pieces. Freeze in a ziplock bag or container. You can prepare the bananas days, weeks, or even months in advance to have them ready whenever the craving hits.

2. Blending: When you're ready, toss the frozen banana pieces (about three bananas’ worth) into a food processor or blender. For regular blenders, or if your bananas are very hard, add a few tablespoons of your favorite plant milk or another liquid to help blend.

3. Consistency: Blend until smooth, resembling a thick, soft-serve ice cream. Enjoy immediately for a soft texture, or transfer to a container and freeze for about thirty minutes for a firmer consistency. Scoop and serve for that classic ice cream feel.

My Favorite Flavor Inspirations:

• Chocolate Banana: Blend 3 bananas with 1/4 tsp vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 3 tbsp cocoa powder.

• Mint Chocolate Chip: Blend 2 bananas with a pinch of salt and 1/8 tsp peppermint extract. Add chocolate chips or cacao nibs post-blending. For an extra nutrient boost, blend in a pinch of spirulina or a handful of spinach.

• Peanut Butter: Add 2-3 tbsp peanut butter (or any nut butter) before blending.

• Cool Colada: Use 1/4 cup canned coconut milk and blend with 1/2 cup frozen pineapple. Top with shredded coconut if desired.

• Bountiful Berry: Blend your bananas, then add 1 cup frozen berries of your choice and 1/8 tsp vanilla extract. Add fresh on top .

• Silky Strawberry: Blend 2 bananas with 1/2 cup frozen strawberries, 1/4 tsp vanilla extract, and an optional dash of cinnamon.

• Vanilla Bean: Blend 3 bananas with a pinch of salt and 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste.

• Cashew Crunch: Blend with 2-3 tbsp cashew butter and 1/8 tsp vanilla extract. Sprinkle crushed cashews ( or a variety of nuts) on top if desired.

A few of My Helpful Hints

• Creaminess : Adding a little fat, like peanut butter, almond butter, or coconut milk, enhances the creaminess, making it taste even closer to traditional ice cream.

• Ripeness: Let bananas ripen fully before freezing if you want a sweeter taste . Brown spots indicate they are sweet and ready. Green or all-yellow bananas are not fully ripened and will taste less sweet ( up to you).

  Health Tip: Ripe bananas are a wonderful natural sweetener, ideal for replacing added sugars in various recipes.

• Versatile Treat: This banana nice cream is so healthy, it can be enjoyed for breakfast, snack or dessert. It’s dairy-free, egg-free, vegan, raw, paleo, and gluten-free, making it a win win !

Enjoy this delicious and refreshing "NICE" Cream.

Happy blending!