Chocolate Chip Protein Bites

These Chocolate Chip Protein Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack or dessert. They are vegan, gluten-free, and packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Put the rolled oats, chocolate chips, almond butter, maple syrup, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl

Mix the ingredients together

Make little balls out of the mixture with your hands

Put the balls on a baking sheet that has parchment paper on it

Put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to make it firm

As a healthy dessert or snack, enjoy!

Ultimate Summer Quinoa Salad

This Ultimate Summer Quinoa Salad is delicious and healthy because it has quinoa, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing. It's a great dish for a light meal any time of the year or on a hot summer day.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Run cold water over the quinoa several times to clean it

Put the quinoa and water in a medium-sized saucepan

After it starts to boil, turn down the heat, cover, and let it cook for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is done and the water is absorbed

Take it off the heat and let it cool down

Cook the quinoa and put it in a large bowl

Add the cucumber, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, parsley, mint, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives

Mix olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl with a whisk

Cover the salad with the dressing, then toss it all together until it's well sealed

Put the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before you serve it

When you have people over in the summer, serve the Ultimate Summer Quinoa Salad as a healthy and refreshing dish

Lemon Gelato

This refreshing lemon gelato is bursting with citrus flavor and has a creamy, smooth texture. It's the perfect treat for a hot summer day or anytime you're craving something bright and delightful.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large egg yolks
• Zest of 2 lemons
• Juice of 2 lemons

Instructions:

In a saucepan, heat milk and cream over medium heat until just simmering

In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar and egg yolks until pale and fluffy

Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly do not let it boil

Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest and juice

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight

Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions

Once churned, transfer the gelato to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving

Fat-Burning Superfoods Salad

This salad is tasty and healthy, and it's full of 15 fat-burning superfoods that will help you reach your weight loss goals. This salad is not only good for you, but it tastes great too!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups spinach leaves
• 1 cup kale, chopped
• 1/2 cup broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup cauliflower florets
• 1/4 cup sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup carrots, grated
• 1/4 cup blueberries
• 1/4 cup strawberries, sliced
• 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
• 2 tablespoons flaxseeds
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Mix spinach and kale in a large bowl

Put in carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red bell pepper

Add the blueberries, strawberries, and walnuts slowly

Add flaxseeds and chia seeds to the salad

Salt and pepper should be mixed together in a separate small bowl using a whisk

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss it around to cover it all

Serve right away and enjoy!

Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup

This Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy meal. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a rich and creamy soup that's bursting with the freshness of tomatoes and basil.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans 28 ounces each whole tomatoes, undrained
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish optional

Instructions:

Place the whole tomatoes with their juices in a slow cooker

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped basil

Add the vegetable broth and season with pepper and salt to taste

Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours, until the vegetables are soft and the flavors are well mixed

Pour the soup into a blender and blend it until it is smooth

Add the heavy cream and stir it in

Cook for another 30 minutes

If you want, you can serve it hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top

Peppermint Thin Mint Buttercream Cookies

These Peppermint Thin Mint Buttercream Cookies are the ideal holiday treat. Rich chocolate cookies with a peppermint undertone are topped with a creamy buttercream frosting filled with crushed thin mint cookies. A delectable blend of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
• For Buttercream Frosting:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 cup crushed thin mint cookies
• Green food coloring optional
• Additional crushed peppermint candies for topping

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on baking sheets

Cream together 1 cup of softened butter and sugar until it is light and fluffy in a large bowl

Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix them in well

Mix the cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and flour in a different bowl using a whisk

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ones one at a time and mix just until everything is combined

Add the crushed peppermint candies and mix them in

Make little balls out of the dough and put them on the baking sheets that have been prepared

With the bottom of a glass or your fingers, make each ball a little flatter

After the oven is hot, bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set

Let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way

Mix together 1/2 cup of softened butter and sugar until it is smooth and creamy

Powdered sugar, heavy cream, and peppermint extract should be added slowly

Mix the frosting well until it's fluffy and light

You can add a few drops of green food coloring and mix until you get the color you want

When you're done frosting the cake, add the crushed thin mint cookies

Put the peppermint thin mint buttercream on the cookies after they are completely cool

You can either spread it on or pipe it on

For extra decoration, sprinkle more crushed peppermint candies on top of the frosting

Let the frosting harden on the cookies before you serve them or put them away in a container that won't let air in

Mixed Berry Limoncello Sangria

A refreshing and vibrant sangria infused with the bright flavors of mixed berries and limoncello liqueur. Perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion that calls for a refreshing cocktail.

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle of white wine
• 1 cup limoncello liqueur
• 1/2 cup mixed berries such as strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• 1 orange, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 cup sparkling water
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

Put the honey, mixed berries, lemon slices, orange slices, limoncello liqueur, and white wine in a large pitcher

Make sure to stir the mixture really well to break up the honey

Put the sangria in the fridge for at least two hours, or until it is very cold

Add the sparkling water to the sangria right before you serve it and stir it gently

Put the limoncello sangria with mixed berries on ice cubes to serve

If you want, you can add more mixed berries and citrus slices as a garnish

Vegan Crispy Chickpea Salad with Creamy Caesar Dressing

This is a delicious vegan take on the classic Caesar salad. Roasted chickpeas give it extra texture and protein. All the flavors come together in a satisfying and healthy way thanks to the creamy vegan Caesar dressing.

Ingredients:

• 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 4 cups mixed greens such as romaine lettuce, kale, or spinach
• 1/4 cup vegan Caesar dressing
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons vegan parmesan cheese optional
• 1/4 cup croutons optional

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 400F 200C

In a bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well coated

Spread chickpeas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy, shaking the pan halfway through

In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, crispy chickpeas, vegan Caesar dressing, nutritional yeast, and vegan parmesan cheese

Toss until the salad is evenly coated with dressing

Divide the salad among serving plates, and top with croutons if desired

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Glazed Chocolate Cake Donuts - Sprinkle Some Sugar

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of these glazed chocolate cake donuts from Sprinkle Some Sugar. These donuts are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and are a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Oil for frying vegetable or canola
• For the Glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sprinkles for decoration

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, sour cream, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Fold in the chocolate chips

Heat oil in a deep frying pan or a deep fryer to 350F 175C

Spoon the donut batter into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off

Carefully pipe the batter into the hot oil, forming rings about 3 inches in diameter

Fry each donut for 2-3 minutes per side until they are golden brown and cooked through

Remove the donuts using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil

In a separate bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until you have a smooth glaze

Dip each donut into the glaze, letting any excess drip off, then place them on a wire rack to allow the glaze to set slightly

While the glaze is still wet, decorate the donuts with sprinkles

Allow the glaze to fully set before serving your delicious glazed chocolate cake donuts!