A show stopping holiday dessert that’s also healthy?! Yes please!! This healthy snow dusted trees are an easy way to make a snack or dessert that’s sure to impress everyone!
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Here’s why this recipe is so good for you! (Just to highlight a few of the healthy ingredients!)
▪️Macadamia nuts-rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Their benefits may include improved gut health, and protection against conditions like diabetes or heart disease.
▪️Flaxseed- high in fiber, omega 3’s and are great for skin and hair, and may reduce the risk of of certain diseases.
▪️Coconut- high in fiber, manganese and HDL (good cholesterol), and may improve heart health
▪️Spirulina- good source of many B vitamins, copper and iron. Research also shows may have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, pain relief and brain protective properties.
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INGREDIENTS
1/3 cup macadamia nuts
1/2 cup roughly chopped and pitted dates (about 4-6)
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 cup @legion cinnamon cereal or vanilla protein powder (code 2XW to save)
1/4 cup spirulina powder
1/4 cup tahini
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 tbsp monk fruit or stevia for added sweetness
2+tbsp milk or protein shake as needed
White filling
3/4 cup vanilla or plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup protein powder (this works best with a whey, casein blend)
Sprinkle of powdered sugar alternative (or regular)
INSTRUCTIONS
•Make your white filling in advance and let set in fridge.
•Add all other ingredients except for milk/protein shake to a food processor and blend until mixed together.
•If too crumbly to roll into balls, add liquid one tbsp at a time.
•Shape into rounds, getting smaller with one more triangular for the top. Repeat as necessary and let set in fridge.
•Alternate your green dough and white filling to create tree shapes. Place in the fridge before serving to the frosting solidify more.
•Sprinkle with some powdered sugar and enjoy!
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Based on 20 servings
Total calories for 1 serving: 109
Protein: 7g
Carbs: 8g
Fat: 5g
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