HEALTHY NO BAKE GIANT COOKIE FOR ONE

Healthy No Bake Giant Cookie for ONE recipe- Delicious, chewy and portable, these quick and easy cookies have NO butter, oil or flour and are packed full of protein! {vegan, gluten free, refined sugar free}

Ingredients

1/2 cup rolled oats (I used certified gluten free rolled oats)

1 T coconut flour (can sub for an extra T rolled oats)

pinch sea salt

Pinch cinnamon

1 scoop vanilla protein powder of choice (optional)*

2 T nut butter of choice (can sub for sunflower seed butter or soy nut butter)

1 T brown rice syrup (can sub for honey, agave or maple syrup)

1/4 cup + dairy free milk of choice**

Dairy free chocolate chips, to top (optional)

Instructions

Line a plate with baking paper and set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, coconut flour, sea salt, cinnamon and protein powder of choice and mix well.

Stir through the nut butter and sticky sweetener until a crumbly mixture is formed. Using a tablespoon at a time, add dairy free milk until a VERY thick batter is formed. Using your hands, form into a cookie shape and enjoy immediately or for best results, refrigerate for an hour to firm up.

Full instructions recipe visit: thebigmansworld.com

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Breakfast Cookie

These No-Bake Breakfast Cookies are easy to make, healthy, packed with protein and simply delicious. They can be whipped up in less than 5 minutes and stored for up to two weeks.

INGREDIENTS

3/4 cup peanut butter

1 Tablespoon honey or maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla

1-3 Tablespoons chia seeds

3/4  cup old fashioned oats

OPTIONAL MIX IN'S: 1/4 CUP MINI CHOCOLATE CHIPS, CHOPPED ALMONDS, RAISINS, PUMPKIN SEEDS, PROTEIN POWDER, FLAXSEEDS

INSTRUCTIONS

Place the peanut butter, honey and vanilla in a microwavable bowl and microwave the ingredients for  20 seconds.

Stir the mixture until well combined then add in the remaining ingredients (and any extra mix-in's).

Stir well and ensure everything is well incorporated.

Roll the mixture into 8 balls and place the balls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Press the balls flat slightly and place them in the fridge for at least an hour to set.

Full instrucrions recipe visit: www.iheartnaptime.net

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Strawberry icebox cake - No bake strawberry icebox cake

You will not believe how simple and delicious this Strawberry icebox cake is! With only 3 ingredients, this dessert can be made in a flash! It’s the perfect  summer dessert or anytime of the year!

Ingredients

(2) 8 oz containers Cool Whip thawed

1 1/2 lbs Strawberries hulled and sliced

1 1/2 packs Graham Crackers

Instructions

Spread a 1/2 container of whipped topping in a layer on the bottom of an 8x8" pan.

Add a layer of graham crackers, breaking as necessary to cover whipped topping.

Top with another 1/2 container of whipped topping and smooth with a spatula.

Add 1/3 of the strawberries in an even layer.

Full instructions recipe visit: www.eatingonadime.com

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Best Fudgy Chewy Chocolate Brownie Cookies

The best fudgy chewy chocolate brownie cookies are made in one bowl with cocoa powder, lots of chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts! These thick, soft chocolate chocolate chip cookies with walnuts are basically like eating brownies in cookie form!

INGREDIENTS

 2/3 cup butter, softened

 1 1/2 cups brown sugar

 2 teaspoons vanilla

 2 eggs

 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

 1/3 cup cocoa powder

 1/2 teaspoon salt

 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

 1 cup chocolate chips

 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

 Powdered sugar, for dusting

INSTRUCTIONS

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.

Cream butter and sugar until light, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add vanilla and eggs and mix well.

Combine the flour, cocoa, salt and soda and whisk, then add to the butter, sugar and eggs and stir to combine. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts.

Full instructions recipe visit: houseofnasheats.com

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Low Carb Fajita Burrito Lettuce Wrap

A low carb fajita burrito lettuce wrap is the perfect way to have your Mexican food on a low carb diet. All of those Mexican flavors wrapped up for a handheld lettuce burrito!

Ingredients

Meat. Marinade

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons lime juice

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoons cumin

1/4 teaspoon oregano

1 lb beef steak, cut into thin strips

Lettuce Wraps

1 onion, sliced

2 cups pepers sliced

1 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon chili powder

18 leaves iceberg lettuce

3/4 cup shredded cheese

1 avocado, thinly sliced

Instructions

The night before, mix the marinade and add with the meat to a large zipper bag. Make sure all the meat is covered with the marinade.

The next day, add the oil to a large saute pan and heat up to medium high. Add the meat mixture as well as the salt and chili powder. Cook for about 10 minutes until the meat is browned.

Full instructions recipe visit: mylifecookbook.com

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Broccoli Salad Delicious

Broccoli salad is incredibly easy to make. It's healthy, loaded with flavor and topped with a creamy mayonnaise yogurt dressing. Watch the video above to see how quickly it comes together!

INGREDIENTS

Broccoli Salad

1 broccoli head, approx 5 cups of florets

8 slices bacon

1/3 cup red onion, diced

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled

Broccoli Salad Dressing

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup plain yogurt

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees fahrenheit. Add the bacon slices to a parchment lined baking tray and cook for 15 minutes or until crispy. Remove the bacon from the oven and transfer to a paper towel to dry and cool.

Full instructions recipe visit: downshiftology.com

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Tomato Quinoa Salad

It's time to add another tasty quinoa recipe to our meal prep game! This Tomato Quinoa Salad is fast, flavorful, and easily made in advance for speedy lunches and sides for work, school, or home!Feel free to double this recipe if needed, it's so easy to do!

Ingredients

1/2 cup dry quinoa

3/4 cup water

2-3 cups chopped/sliced tomato

15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1/4 cup chopped green onion

1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)

2 TBSP avocado oil

1 clove garlic (smashed and minced)

1 TBSP fresh chopped parsley

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/4 tsp sea salt

1/8 tsp pepper

additional fresh chopped parsley to taste

Instructions

First rinse and drain your quinoa using a mesh strainer or sieve. Bring a small pot to medium heat and lightly toast the quinoa to remove any excess water. Stir as it toasts for just a few minutes. This step is optional but really adds to the nuttiness and fluff factor of the quinoa! Next add your water, set burner to high, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer, covered with the lid slightly ajar, for 12-13 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and the liquid has been absorbed.

Full instructions recipe visit: peasandcrayons.com

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AVOCADO EGG SALAD

Avocado egg salad is a delicious spin on the traditional egg salad recipe and perfect for spring or summer. Watch the video above to see how quickly it comes together!

INGREDIENT

1 large avocado, peeled, pitted and finely diced

3 hard boiled eggs, roughly chopped

2 tbsp red onion, chopped

2 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tbsp chives, chopped

1 tbsp parsley, chopped

1 tsp lemon juice

salt and pepper

lettuce leaves, optional, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

Add all of the ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir to combine.

Eat the avocado egg salad plain, topped on your favorite bread or on lettuce leaves.

Full intructions recipe visit: downshiftology.com

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