CoCo, Almond Freezer Bites
Author’s Note – These are bite-size treats that not only taste wonderful, but spread the consumption of VCO out throughout the day. I limit myself to about 5–8 per day.
Tag: snack
Lemon, Coconut Energy Bites
These little snack bites are made with almonds and almond butter and flavored with lemon.
Fresh Fruity Smoothie with Coconut Oil
Fresh Fruity Smoothie with Coconut Oil
Servings: 6–8 ounces
Preparation Time: 10–15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup red grapes
- 2 medium apples (with skin), remove core
- 1 pear, remove core
- 1 peach, remove pit
- 1 cup strawberries, remove stems
- 4 ounces plain yogurt
- 1 cup raw milk
- 2 tablespoons Virgin Coconut Oil
- 1 avocado (optional)
Directions:
If you don’t like the taste of eating an avocado, try placing one in this mixture. You will not know it’s there.
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. If smoothie is thick, add more milk until it’s the consistency you prefer. Place leftover smoothie in the refrigerator to enjoy later.
Recipe and photo submitted by Peggy, Clarksville, TN.
Grain-Free Raw, Coconut Granola
Author’s Note – You can totally play with this recipe! This recipe yields around 22 cups of granola. You just want about 19 or 20 cups worth of your favorite seeds, nuts, and flakes total, so measure out your desired ingredients.
Peanut Butter Apple Dip
Author’s Note – Combine all the ingredients together, and you have a delicious, healthy, apple dip for a snack.
Get Your Greens Smoothie
Get Your Greens Smoothie
Servings: 1
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 large handful whole spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon ground whole golden flax seed
- 1 scoop Mint Antioxidant Omega 3 Greens
- 1 scoop Chocolate Goat Milk Protein
- 1 1/2–2 cups raw milk
- 1 frozen banana, peeled and sliced into chunks
- 1 teaspoon Virgin Coconut Oil, liquefied
Directions:
Combine the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. It will be thick, frothy, and delicious!
Recipe and photo Submitted by Sandra, West Point, NE.
Apple, Coconut, Carrot Bran Muffins
Author’s Note – Wholesome, moist, and delicious, these are wonderful with a glass of milk for breakfast or a quick, satisfying snack— also a great way to sneak some extra veggies and fruit into your kids unawares. 😉
Coconutty Green Smoothie
Coconutty Green Smoothie
Servings: 2
Preparation Time: 4 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 bananas, frozen
- 2 HUGE handfuls spinach
- 1 cup milk, raw is best
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Directions:
Add all ingredients into a blender. Blend until mixed. Serve in tall glasses and enjoy. Best when shared with an eager toddler.
Recipe submitted by Sierra, Rolla, MO.
Recipe prepared by Sarah Shilhavy and photographed by Jeremiah Shilhavy.
Coconut Cream Chocolate Latte
Use Coconut Cream Concentrate and chocolate chips to make this yummy coffee drink.
