Decadent Paleo Treats for Valentine's Day
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Are you looking for something special to make for your Valentine’s Day this year? Why not try some decadent Paleo treats that’ll satisfy your sweet tooth and keep you feeling good? Here are some delicious and healthy dessert ideas that are perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
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Chocolate covered strawberries are a classic Valentine’s Day treat, but most versions are loaded with sugar and dairy. Try this Paleo version instead, which uses coconut oil and honey for a sweet and creamy chocolate coating.
Recipe
- 1 pint fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Wash the strawberries and pat them dry.
- In a double boiler or microwave, melt the coconut oil and honey together.
- Add the cocoa powder and vanilla extract and stir until smooth.
- Dip each strawberry into the chocolate mixture and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened.
Paleo Chocolate Truffles
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Truffles are a decadent and romantic dessert, and you don’t have to give them up if you’re eating Paleo. This recipe uses almond flour and coconut oil to create a rich, creamy texture, while maple syrup and dark chocolate make it sweet and indulgent.
Recipe
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Mix until a firm dough forms.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- In another bowl, melt the dark chocolate.
- Dip the balls into the melted chocolate, then sprinkle cocoa powder over them.
- Place the truffles in the fridge until firm.
Raspberry Chocolate Cheesecake
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Cheesecake is always a decadent dessert, and this Paleo-friendly version is no exception. The crust is made from almond meal and coconut, while the filling is a creamy mixture of cashews, coconut cream, and raspberries.
Recipe
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups almond meal
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- Pinch of salt
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups raw cashews (soaked overnight)
- 1 can coconut cream
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh raspberries for garnish
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond meal, shredded coconut, honey, coconut oil, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix until it forms a crumbly mixture.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let the crust cool while you make the filling.
- In a blender or food processor, combine cashews, coconut cream, maple syrup, raspberries, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the filling on top of the crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Garnish the cheesecake with fresh raspberries before serving.
Valentine’s Day Smoothie Bowl
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Want a sweet and healthy breakfast idea for Valentine’s Day? Try this smoothie bowl that’s packed with nutritious ingredients and tons of flavor.
Recipe
Smoothie
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp beetroot powder (optional for the pink color)
Toppings
- Granola
- Fresh strawberries
- Dark chocolate chips
- Coconut flakes
- Edible flowers
- In a blender, combine frozen banana, frozen strawberries, coconut milk, honey, vanilla extract, and beetroot powder (if using).
- Blend until smooth.
- Serve in a bowl and top with granola, fresh strawberries, dark chocolate chips, coconut flakes, and edible flowers.
So there you have it! Four delicious and healthy dessert ideas that are perfect for Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re making them for your partner, your friends, or yourself, they’re sure to be a hit. Enjoy!