{"id":17416,"date":"2018-12-27T16:39:39","date_gmt":"2018-12-27T16:39:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fxnutrition.com\/?p=17416"},"modified":"2025-06-23T15:35:14","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T15:35:14","slug":"homemade-cookies-n-cream-superfood-candy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fxnutrition.com\/blog\/homemade-cookies-n-cream-superfood-candy","title":{"rendered":"Homemade Cookies N\u2019 Cream Superfood Candy (Refined Sugar-Free)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Occasionally, our eating patterns stray into what I call the \u201cbike lane\u201d. In other words, we deviate from our usual dietary patterns, but not to the extent of consuming foods that interfere with our daily routine (through adverse reactions). You can think of \u201cbike lane\u201d foods as maybe and once-in-awhile foods \u2013 they\u2019re foods that\u00a0 don\u2019t make you feel great when eaten regularly, but they\u2019re foods you can tolerate on occasion and in moderation. In other words, \u201cbike lane\u201d foods are foods that you can have <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sometimes<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And, through the lens of Functional Nutrition, \u201csometimes\u201d depends on\u00a0 time periods and events and the current state of your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limiting how often I stray into the \u201cbike lane\u201d is one way I manage my autoimmune condition, hormone changes, and stress levels. That awareness and intention has encouraged me to be more creative in the kitchen, the outcome of which has been delicious! Read on for a recipe that enables me to indulge my sweet tooth without refined sugar, a \u201cbike lane\u201d food for many I know. Even better, it includes one of my top ten superfoods \u2013 cocoa!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What&#8217;s a superfood?<br \/>\n<strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As I often say, \u201cit depends\u201d. Some people consider fruits and vegetables like broccoli and blueberries to be superfoods. Others consider nutrient-dense ingredients like egg yolks and liver. Under the right circumstances, we embrace bone broth and kefir, as well as turmeric and matcha for their superpowers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When I talk about superfoods, I\u2019m referring to highly unique foods that offer significant benefits to the body in small amounts. These foods come from high-quality sources around the world, ranging from mountain tops to the depths of the sea. They are uniquely suited to support optimal health when consumed in even small amounts, I sometimes think of superfoods as \u201cmagic sprinkles\u201d in our daily eating regimes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Superfoods provide abundant nutrition, protein, flavor, health, and energy. They offer excellent value for your investment. They have the potential to enhance your vitality, strengthen the immune system, balance hormones, increase libido, and reduce emotional fluctuations. They can even support neurohormone production, presumably leading to increased happiness, tranquility, and overall sense of well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>My top-ten superfoods include:<\/b><br \/>\n<em><\/em><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flax seed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goji berries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Algae<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hemp seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maca<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sprouts\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nettles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seaweed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cacao!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Superfood spotlight: the health benefits of chocolate<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All chocolate originates from cacao beans, which are the seeds of the cacao fruit grown on jungle trees. Botanically speaking, cacao is considered a nut. The terms &#8220;cacao beans,&#8221; &#8220;cacao seeds,&#8221; &#8220;cacao nuts,&#8221; &#8220;chocolate seeds,&#8221; &#8220;chocolate beans,&#8221; and &#8220;cacao nibs&#8221; all essentially refer to the same thing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cacao, is a remarkable food. It stands out as one of the most antioxidant-rich foods on the planet, offering myriad health benefits. It\u2019s not only a great source of magnesium, iron, and chromium, but it also contains high levels of PEA (or phenylethylamine, often associated with mood enhancement and increased focus), theobromine (which supports cardiovascular health), and anandamide (known as the &#8220;bliss chemical&#8221;). When consumed in its raw form, cacao has the power to support balanced brain chemistry, promote bone strength, act as a natural aphrodisiac, and even boost mood and energy levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>How to shop for chocolate<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all chocolate is created equal in terms of superfood status. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For optimal health benefits, choose chocolate that\u2019s dark and devoid of added dairy products, with low-to-no refined sugar. Even better are raw cacao beans, which have sometimes been referred to as the &#8220;food of the gods.&#8221; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raw cacao powder and cacao nibs are two of my favorite forms of this superfood to have on hand. The nibs are small, crunchy pieces of crushed cacao beans that retain all the nutritional goodness of the cacao fruit in its purest form.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, cacao nibs offer a rich chocolate flavor with a slightly bitter taste, which makes them a versatile ingredient in various recipes (including the one below). You can sprinkle them over smoothie bowls, add them to homemade granola or trail mix, mix them into baked goods, or simply enjoy them as a snack on their own. When buying cacao nibs, be sure to read the ingredient label. Some have added sugar and the ones recommended here offer merely the pure superfood essence of the chocolate bean.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Homemade Cookies N\u2019 Cream Superfood Candy (Refined Sugar-Free)<\/h2>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These candies are the perfect indulgence and contain several of superfood ingredients with no refined sugar. Keep them in the freezer for a little sweet-something when sugar cravings strike.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup coconut oil, gently melted<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scant 1\/4 cup raw honey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/4 cup raw cocoa nibs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 teaspoon good quality sea salt (or more, if you like the salty sweet) heaping 1\/2 cup pecans (or other nuts), chopped medium-fine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Preparation<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix all ingredients in a bowl to incorporate.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a spoon, portion into mini muffin cups, candy cups, or flexible ice cube trays.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freeze for one hour or until candies have hardened.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serve directly from the freezer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yield depends on the size of trays. Petite is perfect.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note from one of our previous members of the Functional Nutrition Alliance Nutrition Team!: <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one of my favorite recipes from Andrea\u2019s Sweet Tooth, Bitter Truth e-course. When I first found Andrea and the Functional Nutritionist Alliance, I was a busy mom with two kids with special needs struggling with blood sugar highs and lows and fatigue. I lived on sugar and chocolate to get me through the day. Sweet Tooth helped me understand how sugar impacted my body and brain plus provided practical tips that helped me replace processed sugars with healthier alternatives for myself and my kids. Now I help my clients do the same!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These became one of my healthy replacements for those sugar-laden, store-bought chocolates so that I didn\u2019t feel deprived. A sweet treat that helps balance my blood sugar for steady energy throughout the day? Yes, please!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"text-small\">References:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"text-small\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cobos, \u00c1ngel, and Olga D\u00edaz. \u201c\u2018Superfoods\u2019: Reliability of the Information for Consumers Available on the Web.\u201d <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods (Basel, Switzerland)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 26 Jan. 2023, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9914617\/.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"text-small\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jaramillo Flores, Maria Eugenia. \u201cCocoa Flavanols: Natural Agents with Attenuating Effects on Metabolic Syndrome Risk Factors.\u201d <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrients<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 30 Mar. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6520706\/.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"text-small\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tan TYC;Lim XY;Yeo JHH;Lee SWH;Lai NM; \u201cThe Health Effects of Chocolate and Cocoa: A Systematic Review.\u201d <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrients<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34578786\/. Accessed 13 June 2023.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"text-small\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">van den Driessche JJ;Plat J;Mensink RP; \u201cEffects of Superfoods on Risk Factors of Metabolic Syndrome: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials.\u201d <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food &amp; Function<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29557436\/. Accessed 13 June 2023.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"text-small\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wolfe, David, and Shazzie. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Naked Chocolate<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. North Atlantic, 2005.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Occasionally, our eating patterns stray into what I call the \u201cbike lane\u201d. 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