July 22, 2012

Healthy chocolate coconut fudge

July 22, 2012/ jo hodson

This is one of my all time favourite recipes revamped in a new form using coconut flour instead of the oats in my original recipe. The coconut flour teams really well with the coconut flakes also used to decorate the fudge and is also a perfect alternative for those with oat sensitivities. I have used dates to provide a neutral sweetness but feel free to add other dried fruits as well if you fancy, I have also made a cranberry infused batch of this fudge which was delicious.Read More

July 19, 2012

Summer chia shake

July 19, 2012/ jo hodson

One of the amazing properties of chia seeds is their hydration factor and their ability to fill you up. These little seeds ‘gel up’ when in contact with water absorbing up to nine times their own weight. This gel coating keeps the whole digestive process hydrated and their bulk will keep you fuller for longer.

Grinding the chia seeds gives them more surface area to react with the liquid and creates a smoother texture. This shake is the perfect summer replenishment or post workout power shake. By adding more chia seeds you can also create a thicker ‘chia pudding’.

July 15, 2012

Simple Rustic Flatbread

July 15, 2012/ jo hodson

As much as I love my sweet treats, I have recently been testing out a few more savoury recipes of the super-simple sort, things that can be whipped up in a flash and used for various different situations. Take my simple basic gluten free flat bread… I have since used this as a burger bun and also as a focaccia bread to name but a few variations of the theme.

Today I have a new variation on this recipe using solely teff flour.

July 08, 2012

Red Velvet Pancakes

July 08, 2012/ jo hodson

Ihave recently been testing out a few new ingredients with great results, and in these pancakes teff flour, carob and red palm oil have been combined to create a fruity chocolatey treat inspired by the traditional American ‘red velvet’ dessert. Whilst the natural red colouring of the red palm and berries are largely masked by the carob, these treats offer something a little different to your usual breakfast or dessert pancake.Read More

July 05, 2012

Classic Easter biscuits

July 05, 2012/ jo hodson

One of my favourite Easter themed experiments was these Classic Easter biscuits. I trialled a couple of different flour combinations and both options worked really well, so it would seem this is a pretty versatile recipe. Below I have provided the recipe using a combination of blanched almond and teff flours, but hop along to my blog page to see an alternative option.

July 01, 2012

Speedy seedy chia crackers

July 01, 2012/ jo hodson

I love simple snacks that are quick and nutritious to throw together. These speedy crackers fit the bill perfectly. I have made this recipe on numerous occasions since the posting of the original recipe that you can find here, with a few tweaks on the ingredients I have created a revamped version for you today. This version uses chia seeds- (a superfood powerhouse!) in both ground and whole seed form.Read More

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