Desserts

Unusually Fluffy Muffins (Dairy-Free)

February 1, 2015 By elviira 22 Comments

This is one of the recipes I’ve wanted to publish for a very long time since I really haven’t had any dairy-free basic muffin recipe. I just love basic recipes because they leave lots of space for variations. You can let your imagination fly and add vanilla extract or other extracts, berries, nuts, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, berry powders, sugar-free jam or flavorings or anything you happen to have in your pantry at that moment. Moreover, basic muffins are great bases for frostings. Make a gorgeous and luscious frosting and let it shine as a beautiful crown on top of the muffin!

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Perfect Peanut Butter Bread

January 18, 2015 By elviira 33 Comments

If you love peanut butter bread but don’t want to waste your time with complicated recipes, then this one is for you! With only 5 ingredients you can create the simplest and the most delicious gluten-free low-carb peanut butter bread!
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Hot Drinks for the Holidays — Part I — Hot Cardamom Chocolate (Vegan)

December 17, 2014 By elviira Leave a Comment

What could be more comforting than a mug of hot, delicious drink on a chilly day? – A mug of healthy hot, delicious drink! Just get it cozy and leave the wind and frost outside. Sit back and grab a mug of one of these dreamy drinks!

I decided to post a series of hot drinks which are perfect for the holiday time but also any time when you need some warmth and comfort. All these drinks are vegan and paleo, to make them suitable for as many people as possible. I wanted to keep the drinks low in carbs as well, naturally without sacrificing any flavor.

But first, let me introduce Hot Cardamom Chocolate, an unbelievably creamy and delicious drink where dark cocoa powder gives the ultimate chocolaty flavor, coconut cream makes the drink rich and thick and where cardamom provides spiciness and extra warmth. I have to say that I seldom have tasted anything that creamy, which is vegan as well!

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Cranberry Cherry Rum Fool

November 25, 2014 By elviira 4 Comments

I just quickly want to post this simple yet decadent dessert recipe. If you still think of Thanksgiving or holiday preparations, this quick-to-make palate pleaser is a perfect choice. It’s unbelievable tasty, contains just a few ingredients and it’s ready in a snap! Needless to say, this sweet but slightly tangy treat is great throughout the entire year. How could you resist?

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Eggsquisite Eggnog Sauce

November 21, 2014 By elviira 8 Comments

I’m in heaven! It’s now finally the time of the year when I can indulge in creamy and velvety eggnog. I just love those characteristic scents of rich cream, rum and nutmeg. The first sip of this thick nectar is the perfect enjoyment. After a few sips comes the feeling of ultimate relaxation!

This time I wanted to make eggnog flavored sauce with which you can crown your low-carb pies and cakes. Just think of a pumpkin pie smothered with this thick and rich sauce. Try it with cranberries, too! In the end of the post is an interesting variation for an elegant dessert. NB. This sauce contains raw egg.

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Peach Panna Cotta with Raspberries

October 7, 2014 By elviira 8 Comments

It’s time to pamper your taste buds! There is nothing more tempting than luscious peach panna cotta — like a creamy, soft pillow — topped with brisk, flavor-bursting raspberries. The combination of rich creaminess and invigorating berries is divine!

Could you believe that this heavenly dessert comes with only 3.3 grams net carbs per serving! Since the peachy, velvety panna cotta is full of elegant flavor, it doesn’t hurt if you leave out the raspberries in search of even lower carb count.

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Egg “Porridge”

September 16, 2014 By elviira 36 Comments

Here is a fascinating (and satiating!) option for those who are after porridge or oatmeal for breakfast but are lacking proper gluten-free and ketogenic oatmeal recipes. This sweet, creamy and rich breakfast “porridge” keeps you satisfied for hours. (NB. There is a dairy-free version at the end of the post!)

This creation is quite close to scrambled eggs, but grainier, creamier, and sweeter. In fact, when spiced with cinnamon, it resembles rice porridge that we eat here in Finland during Christmas time. It also reminds me of Milchreis (“milk rice”), that Germans eat any time.

If your daily quota of carbs allows, top this porridge with berries or slices of apples or peaches. Berries are highly recommended because of their valuable nutrients.
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Totally Terrific Toasted Pecan Butter

August 31, 2014 By elviira 4 Comments

This Totally Terrific Toasted Pecan Butter is a perfect way to include some healthy fats in your LCHF diet. I created a new approach to prepare toasted pecan butter. Instead of brown sugar the butter is browned to get a delicious, nutty flavor. Pecans are also toasted — but not just boringly in a dry skillet or oven. No, they are toasted together in an ample amount of good old butter. Therefore the pecans will be crispy, buttery and toasted outside, and chewy inside. They’ll get a texture which is totally irresistible!

Combined with some more softened butter, sweetener, vanilla (and other spices, if you like), the result is beyond heavenly. This, you cannot resist!

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Guest Post: Strawberry Cheesecake Fat Bombs

August 20, 2014 By elviira 224 Comments

It’s a historic moment on my blog: Martina from KetoDietApp has written my first ever guest post. She is a real guru in developing low-carb paleo-friendly recipes and sharing information about healthy eating and living. Now, she has created something really delicious for you! Martina, the stage is yours:

If you follow a ketogenic diet plan, you probably know that the main source of energy should come from fat. Fat bombs are easy snacks high in healthy fats and very low in carbs and protein. They are great for those who find it difficult to include more healthy fats in their diet.

I’ve made many recipes for fat bombs over the last few months. I love using them as quick snacks on my “active” days when I exercise. Fat bombs are also ideal for the fat fast!

These taste just like strawberry cheesecake ice-cream and have a very creamy texture. If you are dairy intolerant, try coconut milk instead of cream cheese and coconut oil instead of butter. Although I haven’t tried this dairy-free version, I’m sure that creamed coconut milk and coconut oil works equally well.
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3-ingredient 5-minute Ice Cream for 2

August 14, 2014 By elviira 36 Comments

It’s already late summer, but there is always need for ice cream. This version is a quick fix when the craving strikes, or when you don’t have time to wait for that long-lasting churning of ice cream maker. Especially useful this recipe comes for those who don’t have an ice cream maker. Preparing this frozen treat is fun activity for kids, too!

First, I’ll give a recipe and directions for making vanilla ice cream. Naturally, I won’t leave you with plain vanilla, but I’ll provide some fascinating variations as well! It’s really easy to tweak the recipe and invent new ice cream flavors. After reading this post, you know how to prepare proper sugar-free and low-carb soft ice without an ice cream maker in five minutes or even less. Enjoy!

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