Gluten-free Chocolate Chip Scones

I recently posted a picture on my Instagram of some AMAZING chocolate chip scones I had baked and got numerous messages asking for the recipe... ask and you shall receive! 

I want to preface this blogpost with PTL (Praise the Lord) I am not a food blogger! I ain't cut out for a spotless kitchen, making scones at 1 pm for "natural light" or spending hours getting every single photo of every single part of the process. I'm a no fuss type of gal and so this is a no fuss type of recipe and blogpost! My husband was craving scones at 8pm last night so I whipped these up real quick and just shot a few photos on my iPhone...

Lets talk about scones for a minute.... THEY. ARE. MY. FAVORITE. Some of my best childhood memories are making scone in the kitchen with my mom. We would put some loud music on and bake for hours! Her scones are the most delicious scones I have ever had in my life but let me just tell you they are NOT guilt-free! They also took a LONG time to make. When I discovered this new recipe, I couldn't believe how easy they were to make and how there was such minimal ingredients in them! They are gluten and grain free and are only sweetened with honey. I adapted this recipe from The Gluten-Free Homemakers Blog but changed it up a bit and added a couple more ingredients to make it even better (in my opinion!) ;) 

INGREDIENTS:

-3 cups almond flour 

-1 teaspoon baking soda

-1/2 teaspoon sea salt

-1/2 cup shredded coconut

-3/4 cup chocolate chips

-1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

-1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

-1 tablespoon coconut oil 

-2 eggs 

-1/4 cup honey

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350 and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper

2. In a medium bowl, mix together almond flour, salt, baking soda, coconut shreds, cinnamon, and chocolate chips 

3. In a small bowl, mix together eggs, coconut oil, and vanilla extract

4. Mix the wet and dry ingredients to form a dough

5. Sprinkle almond flour on a cutting board and form the dough into a pizza shape

6. Cut into slices 

7. Put scones on the lined cookie sheet

8. Bake for 10-12 minutes!

ENJOY!!! 

Dessert in a cup smoothie recipe

I can’t wait to share this recipe with you because it is definitely one of my absolute favorites! This smoothie isn’t just a normal smoothie, it truly is a healthy decadent treat! This smoothie is creamy and chocolatey and almost like a chocolate pudding in texture! It’s the perfect treat for after dinner, an afternoon pick-me-up, or honestly any time! It has antioxidants from the cacao, healthy fats from the avocado, and lots of fiber from the chia seeds! 

Dessert in a cup:

-½ avocado

-1 cup almond milk

-2 tablespoons chia seeds

-1 tablespoon cacao powder

-1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

-1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

-1 tablespoon coconut butter

-1 tablespoon agave (you also could add in a frozen banana for a little more sweetness!)

-3-4 ice cubes

Blend & Enjoy!

XO,

Lauren

Green Power Smoothie Recipe

Today we are making a different type of smoothie than I normally would.  We are making a green power smoothie! This recipe is in between a smoothie and a green juice and it’s my go-to when I need to give my body a reset! Out too late last night? Had one too many drinks? Feeling under the weather? This recipe is the perfect way to give your body a reset and immunity boost! 

Green Power Smoothie

-1 Handful Kale

-1 Handful Spinach

-1/2 Apple

-Squeeze of ½ Lemon

-1 cup of water or coconut water

*Blend for 30 seconds and enjoy! 

Let me know what you think of this simple, yet nutritious recipe! Have a great day!

xo,

Lauren

Antioxidant Overload Smoothie

I am so so excited to share this recipe with you! This is my favorite fruit-based smoothie and it is the perfect afternoon pick-me-up! Skip the mid-afternoon coffee or sugary snack and instead make this smoothie! I also will make this smoothie for my lunch, especially during the Spring and Summer! It is super refreshing, hydrating, and again, NUTRIENT DENSE!

Lets talk about antioxidants because this smoothie has a TON of them! Antioxidants fight free radicals found in the body. Free radicals cause cancer and other diseases and so its super important that we are fueling our bodies with lots of antioxidants! Acai, blueberries, and cacao all have antioxidants in them which makes this smoothie super powerful in cleansing and filling your body with what it NEEDS! 

Antioxidant Overload Smoothie

-1 packet of acai

-1 handful of frozen blueberries

-1 handful of frozen strawberries

-half a frozen banana

-1 cup almond milk

-1 teaspoon chia seeds

-1 teaspoon bee pollen OR flaxseed

-1 tablespoon cacao nibs (if you couldn’t tell, I put cacao nibs on EVERYTHING!)

Optional: 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or flaxseed

Blend for 30 seconds & enjoy!! Let me know what you think of this recipe! Tag me on Instagram and use the hashtag #livewellwithsmoothies so I can show you some love!

Have a great day, everyone!

xo, Lauren

The Ultimate Morning Kickstart Smoothie Recipe

I am so excited to share with you my #1 favorite smoothie with you! I drink this smoothie as my breakfast almost every single morning and I LOVE it because it fuels energy and is full of healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, and protein! 

It's chocolatey, rich, just enough sweetness, and a WHOLE lot of nutrients! 

Why start every morning with a smoothie for breakfast? A smoothie is the best way to give you all the nutrients you need in a short amount of time and with hardly any prep! It's truly the perfect breakfast option! Also, since you are eating solely fruits, vegetables, healthy fat, and nuts, you are saving your body from having to use energy to digest solid foods in the morning! Its a win/win for you and your body!

Here’s the recipe:

3 Ice cubes

1 frozen banana

1 handful of spinach

1 cup of Almond Milk

1 Scoop of Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides

1 Scoop of Vanilla Vegan Protein

1 tsp Chia seeds

2 Tablespoon Cacao Nibs

Optional: 1 Tablespoon of coffee/espresso beans

Optional: 1 Tablespoon of Coconut Butter or Coconut Oil

*Blend for 30 seconds and drink up! You are fueling yourself for an incredible day!!

Snap a pic of your smoothie and share it!  Make sure you tag me in it and use the hashtag #livewellwithsmoothies so I can show you some love!

Check back tomorrow for another new recipe!
xo,

Lauren