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Sweet Green Tea Popsicles

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By now you know I love teas.  What a wonderful way to feel refreshed in the heat of summer than to brew your favorite tea and make popsicles out of it!   Here is a quick and easy recipe for a Sweet Green Tea Popsicles!  I’d love to know your favorite green tea – please post it in the comments.  I think my favorite green tea is Jasmine but I also like Gunpowder.  I know Matcha is all the rage for green teas…but  I am just beginning to accept the flavor of it.  I think it’s an acquired taste!   Whatever tea you choose, enjoy this recipe.

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Sweet Green Tea Popsicles

Sweet Green Tea Popsicles

And here is a fun Tea Quote:

“A woman is like a tea bag – you can’t tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.”  Eleanor Roosevelt
 

Sweet Green Tea Popsicles

 

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By now you know I love teas.  What a wonderful way to feel refreshed in the heat of summer than to brew your favorite tea and make popsicles out of it!   Here is a quick and easy recipe for a Sweet Green Tea Popsicles!
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Sweet Green Tea Popsicles

By now you know I love teas.  What a wonderful way to feel refreshed in the heat of summer than to brew your favorite tea and make popsicles out of it!   Here is a quick and easy recipe for a Sweet Green Tea Popsicles! 
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 dozen
Calories: 220kcal
Author: My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life

Ingredients

  • Green Tea Bags 4 bags per gallon or how strong you like your tea
  • Water
  • Sugar 2-3 cups per gallon tea

Instructions

  • Brew your green tea.
  • Sweeten while warm (if desired). I used 2-3 cups of sugar per gallon.
  • Let tea cool off a bit before placing in popsicle molds.
  • Once in popsicle molds, place in freezer for a few hours or until fully frozen.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 99g | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 29mg | Sugar: 99g | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 0.4mg

 

Rhubarb Pudding Cake, Gluten and Dairy Free

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I love Rhubarb and found this great recipe for a dump cake that makes a wonderful Rhubarb Pudding Cake!  We harvest fresh Rhubarb all summer.  I tried this recipe with frozen rhubarb and it doesn’t work as well, just a warning if you freeze rhubarb.  I like this cake with fresh rhubarb.  You could use any type of fresh fruit as the base but I love the tartness of the rhubarb with the sweet cake.

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Rhubarb Pudding Cake, Gluten and Dairy Free

Rhubarb Pudding Cake, Gluten and Dairy Free

And what nutrition do you get from Rhubarb?  Well how is this – Rhubarb is a good source of Magnesium, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Calcium, Potassium and Manganese.

If you are not familiar with Rhubarb, you do not use the leaves on top of the stalks.  They are poisonous.  Just throw them in your compost pile.  Save those wonderful stalks for your pies, cakes and even drinks.  Yes even juice my rhubarb for tart summer drinks mixed with OJ and squirt!   One more growing fact for Rhubarb, do not let them flower.  They send up bulby like white flower spikes.  Break those off as soon as you see them.  You don’t want them to flower…so that the plant keeps putting energy into making more edible stalks.

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I love Rhubarb and found this great recipe for a dump cake that makes a wonderful Rhubarb Pudding Cake!  We harvest fresh Rhubarb all summer.  I tried this recipe with frozen rhubarb and it doesn't work as well, just a warning if you freeze rhubarb.  I like this cake with fresh rhubarb.
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Rhubarb Pudding Cake, Gluten & Dairy Free

I love Rhubarb and found this great recipe for a dump cake that makes a wonderful Rhubarb Pudding Cake!  We harvest fresh Rhubarb all summer.  I tried this recipe with frozen rhubarb and it doesn't work as well, just a warning if you freeze rhubarb.  I like this cake with fresh rhubarb.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 185kcal
Author: My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups fresh Rhubarb Chopped
  • 1 ½ Cups Sugar Divided
  • 3 Tablespoons Butter Substitue Softened (dairy free)
  • 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ¼ Teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Almond Milk
  • ½ Teaspoon Almond Extract
  • ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Cup Gluten Free Flour
  • 1 Cup Boiling Water
  • ½ Cup Cornstarch

Instructions

  • Chop your rhubarb and place it in the bottom of a small square glass pan that has been greased.
  • Set aside.
  • In a bowl, mix together butter, baking powder, salt, milk, almond extract, vanilla extract, flour, and half of the sugar.
  • Pour the mixture evenly over the fruit.
  • Next, in a separate bowl, mix together the other half of your sugar and your cornstarch.
  • Sprinkle this evenly over the top of your mixture that you poured on the fruit.
  • Take your boiling water and pour it evenly over the top of the dry mixture. If you want a crispier cookie looking top like the one in the photo, use half the water. If you prefer a softer top, use all the water suggested.
  • Place in the oven for about 45 minutes at 375 degrees.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 99mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 0.6mg

 

Plant-Based Diet for Bone Health

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Plant-Based Diet for Bone Health

Plant-Based Diet for Bone Health

The conventional wisdom held that people, particularly women over the age of 35, need to drink cow’s milk or consume dairy products to strengthen their bones and prevent osteoporosis. Bone loss in women begins after the age of 35 and increases during menopause. This is the reason why calcium becomes as important for women in midlife as it is during the rapid growth and development phase of the teenage years. The common assumption that cows milk is the best form of calcium has been challenged, and there is some indications that it is not needed to prevent bone loss.
People who want to enjoy the benefits of a plant-based vegan diet and are concerned about consuming enough bone building vitamins and minerals have many options, because a large number of foods we eat every day are dairy free and yet contain calcium, riboflavin, magnesium and vitamin K. All of these vitamins in combination help build bone, and if you consume several of these foods together, you can have a complete bone building menu.
Bone-Friendly Vegetables
Those who avoid dairy products and still gain exposure to vitamins and minerals that preserve and build the bones. It isn’t just calcium that is essential for bone health, but vitamin K, magnesium and other nutrients. Broccoli is rich in vitamin K which is good for osteocalcin, a type of protein found only in bones. It has been shown that vitamin K can help prevent fractures and stabilize all kinds of bones. A handful of almonds can provide you with protein and mono-saturated fats that can stave off unhealthy cravings. Almonds also contain magnesium, which is essential for bone health. Kale is a trendy vegetable among youth and has potassium in large amounts.
Soy, which is one of the most popular dairy and meat replacements, is chocked full of calcium in all of its forms including tofu, edamame, and soya milk. One of the reasons why soy is so attractive to vegans is because of its many benefits and because it replaces both protein and calcium in meat and dairy-free diets.
Fortified Foods
Not all of your calcium has to be naturally derived, but it is fine to eat fortified foods that contain calcium, potassium and magnesium. Milk replacements made of almonds, hazelnuts, soy and rice often are fortified with calcium and other vitamins and minerals to imitate milk. Although fortified products don’t have calcium in its natural form, they still provide substantial benefits for those who are concerned with bone health. Even some varieties of waffles are fortified with vitamins and iron, and are good for bones. Kids enjoy these waffles and delicious vegan cookies made from Just Cookies mix and dough put out by Hampton Creek. They love to dunk a freshly made cookie into a mug of almond milk for an amazingly healthy and bone building taste sensation.
Taking Supplements
While supplements are no replacement for a healthy diet that contains natural forms of vitamins, minerals and trace elements, a multivitamin can give you a boost when it comes to general health. Many multivitamins, aside from special formulas created especially for pregnant and menopausal women, tend not to have very much calcium. Those who want to boost the level of calcium in their diet can take a special calcium supplement. When purchasing, check the label to ensure it also has magnesium and potassium for proper absorption of the mineral.
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If you have a family history of osteoporosis and are a woman who is over the age of 35, it is worthwhile to start focusing on potential bone loss early and to increase your intake of calcium whether through natural and healthy foods or supplements. You should work on building up your bone mass prior to the peri-menopausal phase when bones can become less dense. In addition to the right diet, exercise can help strengthen the bone, particularly jogging and weightlifting which puts pressure on the body. Communicate with your doctor your concerns over possible bone loss, and in some cases, he or she may administer a bone density examination, particularly if there is osteoporosis in your family. Being proactive is essential for avoiding excessive bone loss in mid-age.
Keeping your bones healthy throughout your life does not necessarily mean consuming three or four glasses of cow’s milk a day. There are diverse forms of calcium in the plant world and supplements that can enable you to eats a plant-based diet while protecting and strengthening your bones and preventing osteoporosis.

Old Fashioned Donuts with Frosting, Gluten and Dairy Free

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These old fashioned donuts with frosting are dairy and gluten free.  So tasty, that just one isn’t enough!

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Old Fashioned Donuts, Gluten and Dairy Free

I have been craving donuts!  Nutpods Dairy-Free Creamer contacted me to try their product, and I thought their product would make very rich tasting gluten free donuts.  I used the French Vanilla in this recipe and oh they are delicious!

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I used a gluten free donut mix from King Arthur Flour.  I did substitute some things for what is asked for on the donut box mix. You’ll have to check the recipe below for what I did.    Then I made a simple vanilla frosting using organic maple syrup that I bought while I was in NY!  It is so much cheaper to buy maple syrup straight from the farms!  I bring them home and freeze them, using the maple syrup as needed.   These donuts are so yummy!

Check out the recipe and ingredients below for both the Old Fashioned Donuts and the Dairy Free Frosting!

There are so many options to make these simple donuts so special.  Next time try adding lavender in the donut mix and frosting batter.  Or other flavors to try would be apple spice…mmmm.

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These old fashioned donuts with frosting are dairy and gluten free.  So tasty, that just one isn't enough!
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These old fashioned donuts with frosting are dairy and gluten free.  So tasty, that just one isn't enough!
Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 large donuts
Calories: 257kcal
Author: My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life

Ingredients

Donuts

  • 1 box King Arthur Gluten Free Donut Mix
  • 1/4 cup butter or dairy free alternative coconut oil or earth balance
  • 2 T oil - I used safflower oil
  • 2 large eggs organic
  • 1 cup milk I used 1/2 cup soy milk & 1/2 cup french vanilla flavored Nutpods dairy-free creamer

Frosting

  • 2 Tablespoons hard coconut milk on top of the can of canned coconut milk. I use brand Chaokoh
  • 1 Tablespoon pure organic maple syrup
  • 1 tsp organic Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • lavender sugar sprinkles any of your favorite cake sprinkles

Instructions

Donuts

  • Mix the ingredients listed above for the donut which includes the box of donut mix and other ingredieints.
  • It is recommended to put the batter in a ziploc baggie or pasty bag and pipe the batter into donut baking pans. I was able to use spoon but it took longer.
  • Bake as directed on donut box, remove and cool completely before frosting.

Frosting

  • Mix with hand mixer all the ingredients listed for the frosting. If the frosting is too thin, add more powdered sugar. If the frosting is too thick add a bit more maple syrup.
  • Spread over cooled donuts.
  • Then sprinkle frosting with cake decorations of your choice.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 260mg | Potassium: 130mg | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 0.7mg

 

How to Start Backyard Beekeeping

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How to Start Backyard Beekeeping

Have you ever thought of beginning a honey business?  Beekeeping can be a rewarding hobby. You have a constant supply of fresh honey that’s great for cooking or even selling for a little extra income. If you can handle a couple stings here and there then it’s totally worth all of it. It is so interesting how much we can learn from these little fellas, like how certain pollen completely changes the taste of the honey they produce to finding out why they end up fleeing the hive and swarming. If you’re interested in picking up an awesome hobby here’s a beginner’s introduction to how to start backyard beekeeping.

Laws and Courtesy

First and foremost you should check with your local planning and zoning department. Some cities don’t allow you to keep bees on a certain square footage of property. You want to make sure you are completely legal before you even begin! Next, you should check with neighbors to make sure they are okay with living next to a beekeeper! If they are kept in your backyard and you have a high enough fence you shouldn’t have too much of a problem with rogue bees in the neighbor’s area. Bees fly in straight lines, so a higher fence reduces the chance of a neighbor coming face to face with a bee. If they are hesitant at first you can always offer the first round of honey for free. A jar of fresh honey can get you through just about any negotiation.

The Supplies

In the very beginning, you’re going to need to have a few necessities before you even purchase your first queen. You’ll need a bee stand to protect your hive from ground critters like skunks. Next you are going to need a hive kit, where the bees will actually live. A necessity is a feeder, bees need to eat. A smoker is one of the most important items besides a veil and suit. Smoke interrupts bee’s communications and will get them to scatter, making the harvest of honey a bit easier. Your next step is to purchase a queen bee from an apiary. You can usually get one for about $30. Once you have the bee you can purchase bees by the pound from an apiary or even online. They’ll arrive in the mail ready to go in their new home.

Again, this is just a start of your new hobby. These are the basic items you need in order to just get started in beekeeping. It can be a great hobby and very rewarding and educational. There’s more that you can learn along the way or there are various resources all over online that will help you with more advanced beekeeping techniques. This is just a diving board for you to jump into something new!

My nephew began his own beekeeping business recently and I’ve been intrigued by the whole process!  I have been thinking I may try something like this in the future.   Is this type of money making hobby for you?   Tell me what you think in the comments!

$150 Summer Fun Cash Giveaway (7/20)

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“Aaah, summer – that long anticipated stretch of lazy, lingering days, free of responsibility and rife with possibility. It’s a time to hunt for insects, master handstands, practice swimming strokes, conquer trees, explore nooks and crannies, and make new friends.”   Darell Hammond

To help celebrate our summer fun , we have joined with a group of great bloggers in bringing you a $150 Summer Fun Cash Giveaway!  Who wouldn’t like a little extra moola to help pay for summer fun events, food, clothes or whatever you need help with!  Please post in the comments what  you would use the extra $$ for this summer!   I would love to hear about it.

This Cash Giveaway is a Blogger Sponsored Event which means the bloggers – who you will find on the Rafflecopter for entry options – have donated money to help pay for this prize! One lucky reader will win their choice of a $150 Amazon Gift Card or Code OR PayPal Cash for $150!

This giveaway is open WorldWide and ends July 20, 2016 at 12:00 AM EST.

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Disclaimer: This blog and any participating blogs did not receive compensation for the published material in this post. No purchase required to enter this giveaway and there is a limit of one entrant per household. Void where prohibited. Odds of winning are determined by the number of valid entries received. Winner will be chosen by Random.org and will be emailed via the email address used to enter the contest. New winner(s) will be chosen if original winner(s) has not responded within 48 hours of email notification. My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life is responsible for shipment of prize. This giveaway is not administered, sponsored, endorsed by, or associated with Facebook, Twitter, Google, Pinterest or other social media outlet. Disclaimer is posted in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

 

Birthday Cake Popcorn Dairy Free Gluten Free

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Popcorn is great all by itself but this recipe for Birthday Cake Popcorn takes it to a whole new level!  Whether you are making this for a young popcorn lover or the popcorn lover in you, I’m sure you will find the taste and texture of this recipe absolutely yummy!

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Birthday Cake Popcorn

This Birthday Cake is gluten free and dairy free!  It uses coconut oil, marshmallows and gluten free cake mix of your choice!  Add a few sprinkles of your choosing ( red white and blue would be perfect for the 4th of July or any patriotic event ) and you have a great snack for any occasion not just birthdays.

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Popcorn is great all by itself but this recipe for Birthday Cake Popcorn takes it to a whole new level!  Whether you are making this for a young popcorn lover or the popcorn lover in you, I'm sure you will find the taste and texture of this recipe absolutely yummy!
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Popcorn is great all by itself but this recipe for Birthday Cake Popcorn takes it to a whole new level!  Whether you are making this for a young popcorn lover or the popcorn lover in you, I'm sure you will find the taste and texture of this recipe absolutely yummy!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 cups
Calories: 225kcal
Author: My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life

Ingredients

  • 6 cups popped popcorn
  • 3 cups marshmallows
  • 2 tbs coconut oil
  • 1 cup gluten free cake mix
  • Funfetti sprinkles

Instructions

  • Spread popcorn out on a sheet removing any seeds.
  • In a small sauce pan pour coconut oil and add in marshmallows.
  • Stir until marshmallows are melted.
  • Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and cake mix. stir until there is no clumps.
  • Pour over your popcorn and stir to coat all the popcorn.
  • Add on funfetti sprinkles.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 172mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 0.7mg

 

Insects That Help or Hinder Your Garden

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Insects That Help or Hinder Your Garden

Having and caring for your own garden has so many amazing benefits!  But do you get frustrated with garden bugs?  You need to find the insects that help or hinder your garden then you will know what to do!  

Before you can get that bountiful harvest, you have to keep those insects under control!  And it’s no secret, that insects love those plants and veggies in your garden. Last year I had a horrid time with aphids – no matter what I used they were just everywhere! Some insects can actually benefit the growth of your garden but some insects can really take a toll on your plants as well. Since I had such a hard time last year with bugs,  I’m talking today about which insects will help you out in your garden and those that you will want to shoo away!    I want you to have a great harvest, as bug free as possible!

These insects help you out in your garden:

Lady Bugs will help you out in the garden by consuming aphids, also known as plant lice, and various other types of bugs that could potentially harm your garden.  Lady Bugs can eat up to and get rid of 50-60 aphids per day saving your plants from a ton of potential damage.

Green Lacewings feed on the honeydew of aphids, nectar, and pollen of plants. This insect is an extremely beneficial one when it comes to controlling the amount of unwanted insects you will want in your garden.

Bumble Bees of course aid in the growth of your plants and will actually encourage them to grow faster and healthier. Although these little buggers may be a pest, they’re good to have around your garden.

Praying Mantis  Lastly, the Praying Mantis…that just sounds like a scary insect, am I right? These are exactly what they are named after, an insect that looks like it is praying, that will attack many other insects that are in your garden including caterpillars. This insect is very active when it comes to killing other insects and it will help to aid in the growth of your garden.

These insects you will want to keep OUT of your garden!

Aphids, I spoke a little about aphids earlier, but they are what is known as plant lice that just hang around and destroy. You can find these in various sizes and colors (red, black, green, etc.), get rid of these as soon as you can.

Caterpillars seem like they would be completely harmless, but they actually feed on plants and will eat right through the leaves of anything you are growing.

Snails and Slugs will harm your garden because they will actually eat the leaves from your plants as well as the things you are growing including fruits, and vegetables.

Grasshoppers will feed on your plants as well and can actually do damage very quickly if you do not get rid of them. They are a bit on the harder side to get rid of but you will want to act fast and do your best.

Natural Ways to Keep Your Garden Pest Free

Now that you know which insects are good for your garden and which insects are not, this section will help you in knowing how to get rid of those insects naturally!  Effectively controlling pesty insects  naturally can be difficult.  Here are a few great suggestions to help you keep your garden safe from the insects we listed above, that you don’t want in your garden, without using harsh chemicals.

  • Aphids and Caterpillars

Oils are one of the most effective repellants for not only aphids and caterpillars, but a wide variety of other garden pests including ants, beetles, cabbage worms, leafminers, mealy bugs, and more. Neem Oil or a blend of Essential Oils containing equal parts of clove, peppermint, rosemary and thyme may be diluted in water and used in a spray bottle. The essential oils will also kill the eggs and larvae to help keep the pests from returning.

  • Grasshoppers

Predators are one effective way to control the grasshopper population. Grasshoppers like to take cover in dense vegetation especially when they are young. Provide an area of dense vegetation to attract the grasshoppers where a large number will fall prey to spiders, frogs and other predators. Bird perches are another way to provide an increase of natural predators that will help control the pest population for you. A different approach is Nosema locustae. This is a naturally occurring fungus that weakens and kills grasshoppers when they eat it. It is not harmful to most beneficial garden insects and is sold as Nolo Bait or Semaspore.

  • Slugs and Snails

Barriers are one of the most effective ways to deter or stop snails and slugs. Sprinkle crushed egg shells around the area you want to protect. Slugs and snails will avoid crossing the sharp pieces. Make sure not to crush too fine. Other barrier substances include (food grade) Diatomaceous Earth, salt and ash, sand, or sawdust.

Happy Gardening!!

Fantastic Dairy-Free Latte

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Do you like morning drinks?  I love to relax first thing in the morning and have a drink before I even get dressed.  Then I sip on my drink and  just wake up.    Try this yummy recipe for a Dairy-Free Latte! You’ll have an amazingly easy, frothy, and dairy free drink at home that just takes seconds!

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This also stores well in the refrigerator for a few days. The coconut oil will rise to the top and harden once chilled.  You can make a larger pitcher of it at the beginning of the week and simply whiz in the blender, poor into cup as needed and heat.  

Check out the DIY photos below and then print off the recipe at the bottom!  Enjoy 🙂

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Try this yummy recipe for a Dairy-Free Latte! You’ll have an amazingly easy, frothy, and dairy free drink at home that just takes seconds!
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Try this yummy recipe for a Dairy-Free Latte! You’ll have an amazingly easy, frothy, and dairy free drink at home that just takes seconds!
Prep Time2 minutes
Total Time2 minutes
Course: Drink
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 431kcal
Author: My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons instant expresso powder
  • 1 cup almost boiling water
  • 2-3 tablespoons soft coconut oil
  • ¼ to ¾ cup dairy free vanilla coffee creamer I use a soy vanilla from Silk The amount needed just depends on your preference, I tend to like a heavier hand with the creamer.
  • Optional: 1 scoop protein powder of your choice

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to your blender, being especially careful with the hot water. Add the lid and blend on high for about 20 seconds.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one cup

Nutrition

Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Sodium: 110mg | Potassium: 494mg | Sugar: 13g | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.3mg

 

Breakfast Apple Cinnamon Smoothie

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I’d like to introduce you to a great company that makes healthy gluten-free dairy-free supplements and other personal and home products! But I’d like to introduce this company by sharing a recipe for a great Breakfast Apple Cinnamon Smoothie using a kosher, vegan and gluten free protein!

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I just began using Shaklee products and am so happy with them.   I am more into the nutritional aspect of the company although they do have beauty, home and weight loss products too.  The Shaklee products are even physician recommended!  I love that I finally can personally recommend and share with you a great company with great products.   You can find Shaklee Products for sale on my online website Heart-N-Soul!    I take daily morning shakes of various kinds but use the same protein powder.   I also use the Shaklee Life-Strip vitamins in the photo.  So easy to get all my supplements!

This is Shaklee 180 Energizing Shake Mix,

A delicious non-GMO protein shake with pre- and probiotics

 

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Breakfast Apple Cinnamon Smoothie

I'd like to introduce you to a great company that makes healthy gluten-free dairy-free supplements and other personal and home products! But I'd like to introduce this company by sharing a recipe for a great Breakfast Apple Cinnamon Smoothie using a kosher, vegan and gluten free protein!  
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I'd like to introduce you to a great company that makes healthy gluten-free dairy-free supplements and other personal and home products! But I'd like to introduce this company by sharing a recipe for a great Breakfast Apple Cinnamon Smoothie using a kosher, vegan and gluten free protein!   
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Drink
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 398kcal
Author: My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life

Ingredients

  • 1 apple chopped and un-peeled
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 3/4 cups of almond milk or greek yogurt if you eat dairy
  • 2 scoops vanilla Shaklee 180
  • 1/2 t. cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup cold water

Instructions

  • Put all the ingredients into a good blender and Blend until smooth.
  • Enjoy! 🙂

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 398kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 755mg | Potassium: 657mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 18.6mg | Calcium: 338mg | Iron: 7.8mg