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Veggie Chocolate Brownies

September 27, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free treat! These veggie-loaded chocolate brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with nutrients. Who knew being healthy could taste this good? Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt!


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Servings
16 1x1 inch servings
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16 1x1 inch servings
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Servings
16 1x1 inch servings
Servings
16 1x1 inch servings
Ingredients
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup zucchini finely shredded
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup dates pitted and chopped
  • 3/4 cup hot water
Servings: 1x1 inch servings
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  1. Place the whole dates in small bowl and pour hot water over them allowing them to soak until soft (about 30 minutes)
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare an 8x8 baking dish with lined parchment paper.
  3. Blend soaked dates (undrained) with finely shredded zucchini, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth and set aside.
  4. Combine oat flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt in bowl and stir together. Add in blended date and zucchini mixture until all is moistened.
  5. Pour thick batter into prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes or until brownies are no longer liquid in the middle and edges are firm.
  6. Allow to cool before eating!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: brownies, chocolate, Desserts, zucchini

Protein Hot Chocolate

November 21, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

This Hot Chocolate recipe has a little extra protein to keep you full and satisfied longer with your favorite seasonal drink. This big batch of hot chocolate is perfect for your family’s personal stash or to give as gifts to friends and family this holiday season.


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14 4.5 tablespoon servings
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14 4.5 tablespoon servings
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14 4.5 tablespoon servings
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14 4.5 tablespoon servings
Ingredients
  • 2 cups instant nonfat dry milk
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder, no sugar added (approx. 6 tbsp)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Servings: 4.5 tablespoon servings
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  1. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and stir until well combined.
  2. Store in air tight containers.
  3. Combine 4.5 tablespoons of cocoa mix with 8 –10 ounces of hot water, stir until dissolved. Enjoy!
  4. Give as gifts: 14 gifts – 4.5 tablespoons per container (one serving) 7 gifts – 9 tablespoons per container (two servings)
  5. Store in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.
Recipe Notes

Nutritional Analysis does not include mini marshmallows or other toppings.

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Desserts, drink, hot chocolate, snack, snacking, Snacks

Chocolate Mug Cake

February 10, 2022 by odessa.keenan

What better way to indulge in a little bit of chocolate than an easy Chocolate Mug Cake just for you? Just mix ingredients in your favorite coffee mug, pop it in the microwave and it is ready for you! You can also tailor this recipe with your favorite nuts or berries. Either scoop it out or eat it right out of the mug!1


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Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons strawberries
  • 1/2 teaspoon slivered almonds
  • 2 teaspoons semi-sweet chocolate chips sugar free
  • 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon splenda/sugar substitute
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 teaspoon mashed banana
  • 3 Tablespoons Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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  1. Wash hands before beginning preparation.
  2. Mix all dry ingredients into an 8 oz. Coffee mug
  3. Add in wet ingredients (mashed banana, almond milk, vanilla extract) to dry mixture and mix well.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
  5. Bake in microwave on high for 1 minute and 20 seconds
  6. After baking, top with strawberries and slivered almonds. Enjoy!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cake, chocolate, dessert, Desserts, healthy desserts

Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

August 3, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

This Chocolate Banana “Ice Cream” is a sweet treat to break the summer heat! This recipe can be used for dessert or even a midday snack for those kiddos with a sweet tooth! Bonus – it features a secret ingredient that picky eaters won’t be able to detect.


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4 1/3 cup servings
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4 1/3 cup servings
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Ingredients
  • 4 medium bananas
  • 1 cup spinach chopped
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons sugar
Servings: 1/3 cup servings
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
  2. Peel and slice the bananas into chunks, place them in a sealable container and freeze them for at least 2 hours.
  3. In a food processor or high-powered blender, place the frozen bananas, spinach, cocoa powder, and sugar. Process until very smooth - between 3-5 minutes.
  4. Place the processed "ice cream" in a loaf pan or similar container. Cover and freeze for at least 3-4 hours.
  5. Serve the chocolate banana ice cream and enjoy! Top with family favorites* such as chocolate chips, chopped pecans or coconut flakes.
Recipe Notes

*nutritional analysis does not include any toppings

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: banana, chocolate, dessert, Desserts, healthy desserts, ice cream, snack, spinach

Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

February 17, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

Let’s overnight it with our overnight oats! These recipes are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth and start your day with a meal that includes heart-healthy ingredients.


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Servings
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Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
  • 1/2 Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 Tablespoon Flax seeds
  • 1 Tablespoon Peanut Butter Powder
  • 1.5 Tablespoons Peanut Butter morsels
  • 2 teaspoon Stevia sweetener
Servings: 1 cup serving
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  1. In a mason jar or tight seal container, place the rolled oats and almond milk. Stir together.
  2. Continue to add ingredients (Cocoa powder, flax seeds, peanut butter powder, peanut butter morsels, and sweetener) and stir after adding each for even distribution.
  3. Once all the ingredients are mix, place in the refrigerator overnight or for 6-8 hours.
  4. Serve and enjoy! Overnight Oats are best when eaten within 3 days
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