T’s Peanut Butter Balls

I love these as a quick energy snack. I keep them in the refrigerator almost all the time. They are sweet enough to make me feel like I am getting a treat, but they have enough good stuff to help with energy fixes and muscle recovery. Store in the refrigerator.

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Nutella® Holiday Cookies

This is one of my favorite Christmas cookies. I just can’t resist cookies during the holidays! I changed the recipe a little myself, but most things I tried to keep the same, despite my constant urge to make things healthier. I kept this one full-fat.

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Soft Oatmeal Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies

          

These cookies are soft and chewy and didn’t last a day after making them! Once I thought I HATED coconut, but these made me realize I just didn’t like overly sweet coconut. These are fabulous! Made with whole wheat flour and oatmeal, it’s a better alternative to the traditional cookie.

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Chef John’s Dark Chocolate Mousse

This has a pinch of chile pepper as the secret ingredient. It’s firm yet unbelievably light and airy. The little bit of chile pepper is in there just to bring out the flavor of the chocolate and add a tiny bit of delicious heat. Garnish each serving with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of shaved chocolate.

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(Gluten Free) Magic Cookie Bars

I did a combination of two recipes, peanut butter cookies with three ingredients and magic cookie bars. My brother-in-law loves magic cookie bars but is now gluten-free. I have been trying to come up with desserts for him so he doesn’t feel left out. This is an amazing dessert and will stay fresh for days…if they last that long in your house! Perfect for Passover – no flour!

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Tiramisu Chocolate Mousse

Tiramisu translates to pick-me-up. Considering that this popular Italian dessert is spiked with proven mood-elevators such as coffee, cocoa, sugar, and alcohol, the name seems to fit perfectly.

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