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  • Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

    Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

    How to Make Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

    Would you ever believe a smoothie could taste like a chocolate covered cherry AND be healthy for you? Well this chocolate cherry smoothie checks both those boxes. Unlike a chocolate-covered cherry, this smoothie contains no added sugars because it’s sweetened with zero calorie Splenda® Monk Fruit Sweetener. Add your favorite chocolate or vanilla protein powder for a protein boost and get your fiber boost from the dark sweet cherries and chia seeds!


    5 min prep time


    5 min cook time


    2servings


    1 Smoothie

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a blender, add cherries, Splenda Monk Fruit Sweetener, cocoa powder, unsweetened nut milk, and protein powder if using. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, adding a splash more of nut milk if needed. Taste for sweetness level and add another packet of monk fruit sweetener if desired. Add ice and blend again until smooth.

    2. Add in chia seeds and pulse blender. Pour smoothie into two glasses.

    3. Sprinkle smoothies with a dusting of cocoa powder and enjoy!

    4. NOTE: Swap out cherries for strawberries for a Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie. To meal prep ahead for the week, place ingredients for smoothie, with exception of nut milk, in a plastic baggie and store in the freezer. In the morning, empty contents into the blender, add milk, and blend until smooth.

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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 Smoothie


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      130

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      25mg

      8%

    • Sodium
      100mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      18g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        10g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      10g

    • Potassium
      260mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    frozen dark sweet cherries (no sugar added)
    1 cup

    Splenda® Monk Fruit Granulated Sweetener
    3 packet

    unsweetened cocoa powder
    1 tbsp

    unsweetened almond milk
    1 cup

    vanilla protein powder (or chocolate)
    1 oz

    chia seeds
    1 tsp

    ice
    1/2 cup

  • Dark Chocolate Almond Nice Cream

    Dark Chocolate Almond Nice Cream

    How to Make Dark Chocolate Almond Nice Cream

    Who doesn’t love a delicious scoop of ice cream—or should we say, “nice cream”? Instead of dairy milk, the base of this decadent dessert is frozen bananas. Almond butter  is included to pump up the creaminess and protein. Top with sliced almonds for extra protein and a crunch! And unlike regular ice cream, this one has no added sugars—it’s sweetened with zero calorie Splenda Granulated Sweetener!


    5 min prep time


    10 min cook time


    4servings


    1/2 Cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a food processor, pulse bananas, half of the cocoa powder, Splenda Sweetener, and salt until pea-sized chunks form. Add vanilla extract and the rest of the cocoa powder. Continue to pulse. Mixture will gather and form a frozen soft-serve ice-cream consistency. Drizzle in almond butter and pulse twice more.

    2. Scoop into bowls and serve topped with almonds or stir in almonds. Place in a freezer-safe container and enjoy within 3 days.

    3. Note: Toast almonds for a deeper, delicious flavor. Keep sliced bananas in a zip top bag in the freezer to have them ready on hand for making nice cream any time.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 Cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      130

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      40mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      23g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        9g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      420mg

      9%

    Ingredients

    banana(s) (large size, cut into 1-inch chunks and frozen [heaping 2 cups frozen banana chunks])
    2 whole

    unsweetened cocoa powder
    6 tbsp

    Splenda® Granulated Sweetener
    3 tbsp

    salt
    1/8 tsp

    pure vanilla extract
    2 tsp

    almond butter
    1 tbsp

    sliced almonds
    2 tbsp

  • Banana Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins

    Banana Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins

    How to Make Banana Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins

    These flourless banana chocolate chip mini muffins may be small in size, but they are big in nutrition! They contain potassium-rich bananas, protein-rich Greek yogurt, and high-fiber oats. Their sweetness comes from 100% natural Splenda® Stevia Sweetener! These mini muffins can be enjoyed as part of your breakfast or as a snack or dessert. The little ones in your family will love them too!


    10 min prep time


    25 min cook time


    18servings


    2 Mini Muffins

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees °F. Prepare a mini-muffin tin by spraying with non-stick cooking spray.

    2. In a blender or food processor, combine the bananas, Splenda® Stevia Jar, Greek yo-gurt, eggs, and salt until smooth.

    3. Add in oats, baking powder, and baking soda, and blend again until smooth. Sprinkle in dark chocolate chips and stir in the blender with a spatula, scraping down the sides of the blender as well.

    4. Scoop batter into a mini-muffin tin, filling each 3/4 of the way full. Bake for 12 minutes, until muffins are done. Remove, let cool, and enjoy!

    5. Note: Muffins will keep in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.

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    Nutrition facts

    18 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 Mini Muffins


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2.5g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.1g

        6%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      20mg

      7%

    • Sodium
      105mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      19g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      160mg

      3%

    Ingredients

    banana(s) (overly ripe)
    2 whole

    Splenda® Stevia Sweetener Jar
    1/2 cup

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    1 cup

    eggs
    2 whole

    Kosher Salt
    1/4 tsp

    Gluten-Free Rolled Oats
    2 1/2 cup

    baking powder
    1 1/2 tsp

    baking soda
    1/2 tsp

    Stevia Sweetened Dark Chocolate Chips
    1/3 cup

  • Nuts for Pine Nuts Pizza

    Nuts for Pine Nuts Pizza

    How to Make Nuts for Pine Nuts Pizza

    Get creative during your DIY pizza night with this “nuts for pine nuts” pizza! Between a crispy cauliflower crust, a zesty hummus base, and a medley of veggies and roasted pine nuts, you’ll have a pizza that’s slightly sweet, perfectly savory, and worth going NUTS for!


    10 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    4servings


    1 slice (1/4 pizza)

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

    2. Remove your cauliflower pizza crust from the box and the plastic wrapping and place on a clean surface.

    3. Spread hummus evenly on the crust.

    4. Top with pine nuts, mushrooms, red pepper, and spinach.

    5. Place pizza in the oven and bake for 13–16 minutes.

    6. Remove from oven, allow to cool, and serve.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 slice (1/4 pizza)


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      270

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      14g

      18%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      10mg

      3%

    • Sodium
      310mg

      13%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      31g

      11%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        5g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      7g

    • Potassium
      350mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    cauliflower pizza crust
    1 whole

    hummus
    3/4 cup

    pine nuts (Toasted)
    1/4 cup

    Mushrooms (of your choice) (Sliced)
    1 cup

    red pepper (Sliced Lengthwise)
    1 cup

    spinach
    1 cup

  • Avocado Egg Pizza

    Avocado Egg Pizza

    How to Make Avocado Egg Pizza

    Make mornings more EGG-citing with this easy five-ingredient breakfast pizza! It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, plant-powered, and ready in minutes, with a taste that will leave everyone at the table saying, “That’s EGG-cellent!”


    10 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    4servings


    1 Slice (1/4 Pizza)

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
    2. Remove your CAULIPOWER® pizza crust from the box and the plastic wrapping and place on a clean surface.
    3. Heat pan, fry the eggs, and place them on the pizza crust.
    4. Top with spinach, avocado, and olive oil.
    5. Place pizza in the oven and bake for 13–16 minutes.
    6. Remove from oven, allow to cool, and serve.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 Slice (1/4 Pizza)


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      300

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      20g

      26%

    • Cholesterol
      150mg

      50%

    • Sodium
      190mg

      8%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      25g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        1g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      7g

    • Potassium
      330mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    eggs (sunny side up)
    3

    avocado (sliced)
    1 whole

    spinach
    1 cup

    cauliflower pizza crust
    1 whole

  • Grilled Pepper Steak Tostada

    Grilled Pepper Steak Tostada

    How to Make Grilled Pepper Steak Tostada


    10 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    4servings


    2 cloud bread rounds and 3 oz cooked steak slices

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Remove steak from the fridge 30 minutes before grilling. Rub steak with salt and pepper.
    2. Preheat an indoor grill pan, skillet, or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
    3. Once the grill pan is hot, coat with oil. Add steak and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, until steak reaches desired doneness. Remove from heat and set aside on a plate; let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
    4. Toast the cloud bread rounds until warmed through.
    5. Top rounds with salsa verde, steak slices, avocado slices, tomatoes, and cilantro.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 cloud bread rounds and 3 oz cooked steak slices


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      320

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      18g

      23%

      • Saturated Fat
        5.3g

        27%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      170mg

      57%

    • Sodium
      450mg

      20%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        9g
      • Added Sugars
        2g

        4%

    • Protein
      32g

    • Potassium
      650mg

      14%

    Ingredients

    lean steak (eye round roast, sirloin tip, top round steak, or bottom round steak)
    16 oz

    salt (kosher)
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/2 tsp

    grapeseed oil
    1 tsp

    Cloudbread (cheddar or original rounds)
    8

    salsa verde (tomatillo salsa)
    1/2 cup

    avocado (sliced)
    1 large

    cherry tomatoes (quartered)
    1 cup

    fresh cilantro (chopped)
    1/4 cup

  • Watermelon Lime Slushie

    Watermelon Lime Slushie

    How to Make Watermelon Lime Slushie

    Try this refreshing alternative to sugary drinks! It’s made with fresh watermelon for a lightly sweet flavor with no added sugar, plus zesty lime and cool mint. Perfect for a hot summer day!


    5 min prep time


    4servings


    6 oz (about 3/4 cup)

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Puree the watermelon, ice, lime juice, and mint in a blender until you get a slushie consistency. Pour into glasses and garnish with a sprig of mint (optional).
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      6 oz (about 3/4 cup)


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      25

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      0mg

      0%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        5g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      1g

    • Potassium
      105mg

      2%

    Ingredients

    watermelon
    2 cup

    ice
    2 cup

    lime juice
    1/4 cup (from about 2 limes)

    fresh mint leaves
    2 tbsp (plus more for garnish)

  • Cinnamon Apple Chips with Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip

    Cinnamon Apple Chips with Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip

    How to Make Cinnamon Apple Chips with Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip

    Get ready for a delicious refresh for a snack idea – try these Cinnamon Apple Chips with a creamy Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip! Each serving includes 5g protein, 3g of fiber, and healthy fats to help keep you full in between meals. And it is made with  Splenda® Granulated Sweetener ― so that means it has no added sugars. Keep this healthy snack on-hand for something the whole family will love!


    15 min prep time


    1 hr 40 min cook time


    6servings


    2-3 apple slices and 2 tbsp dip

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 225°F, and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

    2. Slice apples ⅛” thin, using a knife, a v-slicer, or the slicing attachment of a food processor. Then arrange slices on prepared baking sheets and sprinkle evenly with 2 tbsp Splenda Sweetener and 1 tsp ground cinnamon. Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes. Flip the chips onto the other side and bake for 20 minutes more.

    3. Turn oven off and leave apple chips inside for another hour, with the door closed. Chips should be mostly dry to the touch but will continue to dry out as they cool.

    4. While chips cool, make peanut butter yogurt dip by combining Greek yogurt, peanut butter, remaining 1 tbsp Splenda Sweetener, and remaining 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Whisk until combined.

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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2-3 apple slices and 2 tbsp dip


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      130

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      70mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      13g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        8g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      175mg

      4%

    Ingredients

    medium apples
    2

    Splenda® Granulated Sweetener (divided use)
    3 tbsp

    ground cinnamon (divided use)
    1 1/4 tsp

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    1/2 cup

    peanut butter
    1/3 cup

  • Cinnamon French Vanilla Overnight Oats

    Cinnamon French Vanilla Overnight Oats

    How to Make Cinnamon French Vanilla Overnight Oats

    These delicious cinnamon overnight oats are a simple, healthy, protein-packed breakfast and can be a great low-prep staple for your whole family—it takes just 5 minutes to prepare the night before! The recipe uses a Splenda® Diabetes Care Shake instead of milk, which provides flavor, plus added fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals for a nutritious start to your day. 


    8 hr prep time


    2servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a small bowl, combine oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon.

    2. Add Splenda Diabetes Care Vanilla Shake and vanilla extract to oat mixture. Stir until combined.

    3. Divide the oat mixture evenly between two containers with lids. Cover and place in the refrigerator overnight.

    4. Top each container with half the apple slices before serving.

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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      290

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      10mg

      3%

    • Sodium
      95mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      47g

      17%

      • Dietary Fiber
        10g

        36%
      • Total Sugars
        9g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      14g

    • Potassium
      400mg

      9%

    Ingredients

    quick cooking oats
    1 cup

    chia seeds
    1 tsp

    ground cinnamon
    1/2 tsp

    Splenda® Diabetes Care Vanilla Shake
    1 (8-oz) bottle

    vanilla extract
    1/2 tsp

    apple (sliced)
    1

  • Quick & Easy Cheese Dip

    Quick & Easy Cheese Dip

    How to Make Quick & Easy Cheese Dip

    This super simple dip can be stirred together to maintain the cottage cheese texture, or blended for a smooth and creamy dip. It’s perfect for making ahead of time—the flavors meld and get stronger during storage, so you can prepare it ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Serve with fresh raw veggies or whole wheat crackers as an appetizer or snack.


    10 min prep time


    12servings


    3 tbsp

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until chilled. OPTIONAL: For a creamier dip, blend everything together in a food processor or blender.
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    Nutrition facts

    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3 tbsp


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      80

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        3g

        15%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      20mg

      7%

    • Sodium
      140mg

      6%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      3g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      80mg

      2%

    Ingredients

    crumbled blue cheese
    1/3 cup

    garlic powder
    1/2 tsp

    fresh or dried dill
    1 tsp

    hot sauce
    2 tsp

    green onions (chopped)
    3

    sour cream
    1 cup

    cottage cheese
    1 1/2 cup