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Date Honey Banana Pops

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Date Honey Banana Pops

Date Honey Banana Pops

Say hello to your new favorite frozen treat on the Daniel Fast. These Banana Pops are 100% delicious and nutritious, so you don't have to feel guilty about enjoying them.
3.67 from 6 votes
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Course Dessert, Snack
Servings
Calories 156 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 frozen Banana Pops
  • ½ cup Date Honey
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts, etc.)
  • 2 ½ tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions
 

  • Once you've made the Banana Pops (follow recipe for directions) and allowed them to freeze about 2 hours, you're ready to add toppings. Remove pops from freezer. Using a butter knife, spread a thin layer of Date Honey on all sides of each banana piece.
  • Place chopped nuts and unsweetened shredded coconut on a plate. Roll banana pops in the toppings. Use your fingers to push toppings into the bananas, if necessary. Place the coated bananas on the parchment paper and freeze for 1-2 hours.
  • Yield: 8 servings (serving size: one banana pop)

Notes

Other toppings ideas are chia seeds, dried fruit, hemp seeds, nut butter, and sunflower seeds.
To cut down on the natural sugar content of this recipe, use half the amount of Date Honey.

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 6gFiber: 4gSugar: 17g

 

Plantain Chips

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Plantain Chips

Plantain Chips

I tried my first plantain a few years ago in El Salvador. I really liked the taste, along with the creamy custard that was drizzled on top.A plantain looks like a banana, but it's usually longer and has thicker skin. Although plantains are a fruit, they're generally prepared like a vegetable and are stewed, fried, boiled, mashed, or grilled.
Green plantains are yellow or pink inside and are often used in side dishes.Yellow plantains have brown or black spots and have a sweet taste and firm texture.Black plantains are soft and fully ripened.Plantains are high in vitamin A, potassium and fiber, and are low in sodium. They're also a good source of the B-complex vitamins.
If you've never had plantains, you definitely should try this simple recipe. Already a fan of this unique fruit? Now you have another way to enjoy it!
3.90 from 10 votes
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Course Snack
Servings
Calories 104 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 green plantains
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin coconut oil, melted
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Yield: 4-5 servings (serving size: about 1/2 cup)
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line an 11 x 17-inch baking sheet with parchment paper (or use a silicone mat).
  • Trim ends of plantains. Score the plantains vertically in three places without cutting through to the fruit. Remove the peel and discard, along with the trimmed ends. Cut plantains in ¼” slices (should make about 3 cups).
  • In a large bowl, add plantain chips, coconut oil, salt, and cinnamon. Stir well to coat. Place plantain chips on the baking sheet in rows. Cook 15 minutes. Flip, and then bake another 10-15 minutes. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • If the plantains are fully ripened (peel is black), they’ll be too soft to make good chips. Plantain chips do not get as crispy as potato chips.
  • You may need to remove some chips before the others are done cooking if they start to brown faster.
  • Store uneaten chips in the refrigerator in a sealed container. To reheat, place in an oven or toaster oven at 400 degrees for about 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 2gFiber: 2gSugar: 11g

 

Peachy Keen Smoothie

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Peachy Keen Smoothie

Peachy Keen Smoothie

I like smoothies, especially green ones. When I made Peachy Keen for the first time, I loved it. But, I decided to get my husband's opinion before posting the recipe. Justin is not a big fan of weird-colored drinks. He's more of a Strawberry-Banana Smoothie kind of guy.
Justin's first comment was, "It doesn't taste like it looks." (In other words, I'm surprised it tastes so great because of the color! ) Then, after a few more gulps, he said, "This is excellent, babe!" If my husband approves, I know you will, too.
4.80 from 5 votes
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Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Servings
Calories 151 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk (almond, coconut, rice, soy or water)
  • 1 cup sliced fresh or frozen banana, peeled (about 1 medium banana)
  • 1 cup sliced fresh or frozen peaches
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or kale leaves
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts (about ½ ounce)
  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal, optional

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth.
  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: about 8 ounces or 1 cup)

Video

Notes

  • If your smoothie is too thick, add a little more non-dairy milk or water.
  • Make sure either the banana or peaches are frozen so your smoothie is chilled.
  • To freeze bananas, remove peels before placing in freezer. Put in a plastic zip-top bag until completely frozen.
  • Flaxseed meal is a powder made from ground flaxseeds. It's high in fiber and a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids.

Nutrition

Calories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 8gFiber: 5gSugar: 11g

Top 10 Snacks for Super Bowl Sunday

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Super Easy Guacamole, Daniel Fast snack, guacamole recipe

In three days, thousands of Americans will gather to watch the biggest sporting event of the year. That’s right, friends. It’s Super Bowl time!

Next to Thanksgiving, Super Bowl Sunday ranks as the #1 day for food consumption. The big game is as much about the snacks as it is about the sport. It’s pizza and hot wings. Chips and dip. Chex Mix and cookies. For someone on the Daniel Fast, though, this type of setting presents a huge challenge. If you can’t have meat, dairy products, sugar, or caffeine, what can you eat on Super Bowl Sunday? Plenty, if you refer to the tasty recipes on my website.

Following are the Ultimate Daniel Fast’s Top 10 Super Bowl Snacks:

 1. Almond Butter Bites
 2. Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
 3. Salsa
 4. Spinach-Artichoke Dip
 5. Super Easy Guacamole
 6. Fruit Pizza
 7. Sweet & Spicy Mixed Nuts
 8. Date Honey
 9. Confetti Hummus
10. Grilled Veggie Kebabs

Which one (or two) will you take to your Super Bowl Party?

Strawberry Fields Smoothie

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Strawberry Fields Smoothie

Strawberry Fields Smoothie

A refreshing smoothie that combines the sweetness of fruit with the power-packed nutrition of leafy greens. This drink is packed with vitamins and minerals to jump start your day or provide an afternoon energy boost.
4.34 from 3 votes
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Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Servings
Calories 133 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, rice milk, or soy milk
  • 1 cup sliced fresh or frozen banana, peeled (about 1 medium banana)
  • 1 cup sliced fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 1 cup fresh mixed greens, spinach, kale leaves, chard, etc.
  • 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal, optional

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth.
  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: about 8 ounces or 1 cup)

Video

Notes

  • Substitute water in place of non-dairy milk (or half of it).
  • Make sure either the banana or strawberries are frozen so your smoothie is chilled.
  • To freeze bananas, remove peels before placing in freezer. Put in a plastic zip-top bag until completely frozen.
  • Flaxseed meal is a powder made from ground flaxseeds. It's high in fiber and a good source of Omega 3 fatty acids.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 4gFiber: 5gSugar: 9g

 

Coconut-Date Cookies

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Coconut-Date Cookies

Coconut-Date Cookies

The best part about this recipe is you can enjoy it and not feel guilty. Every ingredient is Daniel Fast friendly and good for you!
3.66 from 46 votes
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Course Dessert, Snack
Servings

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • ½ cup coconut flour
  • ½ cup roughly chopped dates
  • ¼ cup Date Honey
  • ¼ cup chopped almonds
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place all ingredients in a large bowl, and stir well. Scoop out 1 generous tablespoon of dough and shape into a ball. Place on an 11 x 17-inch cookie sheet lined with a silicone mat. Flatten slightly. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Bake 15-20 minutes or until slightly browned on the bottom.
  • Yield: 14 servings (serving size: about 1 cookie)

Notes

  • Use sliced almonds instead of chopped almonds.
  • Substitute coconut flour with almond flour, brown rice flour, or any whole grain flour.

Coconut Bliss Smoothie

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Coconut Bliss Smoothie

Coconut Bliss Smoothie

This coconut treat will make you think you're in a tropical paradise. One sip, and you'll be in a hammock on the beach, feeling the ocean breeze caress your face as you bask in the warm sunshine. No deadlines. No laundry. No meetings. No responsibilities at all. Just pure relaxation and rest. Sounds nice, right? Wait until you taste it for yourself!
4.72 from 7 votes
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Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 cup sliced fresh or frozen banana (about 1 medium banana)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 cup frozen or fresh mango chunks
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen sliced strawberries

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth.
  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: about 8 ounces or 1 cup)

Video

Notes

  • To freeze bananas, remove peels before placing in freezer. Put in a plastic zip-top bag until completely frozen. 
  • Add Daniel Fast friendly protein powder.
  • Make it green! Add 1 cup chopped kale or spinach leaves.

Parsnip Chips

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Parsnip Chips

Parsnip Chips

These veggie chips are so good that I have to hold myself back from eating half the recipe in one sitting (not exaggerating). The unique flavor of the parsnips goes well with the chili powder and makes a great snack.
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Course Snack
Servings
Calories 105 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds parsnips, peeled, cut into ¼-inch medallions (about 6 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Position oven rack on the lowest rung. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Place parsnips in a large bowl. Add olive oil and stir to coat. Sprinkle chili powder and salt over parsnips, and stir well.
  • Cover an 11 x 17-inch baking sheet with parchment paper (or use a silicone mat). Spread parsnip chips out in one layer. Bake 15 minutes, and flip. Return to oven and bake another 15 minutes (20-25 minutes for extra-crispy chips).
  • Yield: 8 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup)

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 4gFiber: 5gSugar: 5g

 

Banana Stacks

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banana stacks

 

Banana Stacks

Banana Stacks features two foods that, in my opinion, were designed to go together - bananas and peanut butter (or almond butter for those with peanut sensitivities). With this recipe, you get a little bit of protein mixed with carbohydrates for energy. It really is the perfect treat.
3.17 from 24 votes
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Course Snack
Servings
Calories 140 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large ripe bananas
  • ¼ cup all-natural peanut butter, almond butter, or other nut butter

Instructions
 

  • Peel bananas, and cut into ¼ to ½-inch slices (about 12 per banana). Spread about 1 teaspoon almond butter on half of the slices. Top with the remaining slices.
  • Yield: 4 servings (serving size: about 4 stacks)

Notes

  • Great for an after-school snack for your children.
  • Spread Date Honey on top of the peanut butter in each stack.
    Sprinkle each stack with cinnamon.
  • Add chopped dates or raisins to tops of stacks.
  • Put in freezer until firm (3-4 hours) for a cool treat.

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSugar: 5gCalcium: 5mg

 

Raspberry-Pecan Smoothie

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Raspberry-Pecan Smoothie

Raspberry-Pecan Smoothie

4.89 from 9 votes
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Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Calories 128 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water or unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 cup spinach or mixed greens
  • 1 large frozen banana, peeled, sliced
  • ½ cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth.
  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: about 8 ounces or 1 cup)

Video

Notes

  • You can also use unsweetened rice or soy milk.
  • To freeze bananas, remove peels before placing in freezer. Put in a plastic zip-top bag.
  • If using fresh fruit, you can add chopped ice to make your smoothie cold.
  • Add 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSugar: 11gCalcium: 4mg

 

Super Easy Guacamole

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super easy guacamole

Super Easy Guacamole

When I was younger, I wouldn't have touched guacamole with a 10-foot pole. Now, I eat it nearly every day. Sometimes I go gourmet and whip up a big bowl of Guacamole with a Little Kick. But most of the time I make this simple recipe, which takes minutes to prepare.
5 from 2 votes
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Course Snack
Servings
Calories 148 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 5 medium avocados
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • ½ - 1 teaspoon salt, according to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit (just gently squeeze till it pops out). Use a large spoon to scoop the fruit into a medium-sized bowl. Add the lime juice and salt. Mash with a fork to desired consistency.
  • Yield: 8 servings (serving size: about ¼ cup)

Notes

  • Add 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • Add 1/4 cup Salsa.
  • Use as a dip with fresh vegetables.
  • Spread on top of Chipotle Black Bean Burgers.
  • The trick to perfect guacamole is ripe avocados. Check for ripeness by gently pressing the outside of the avocado. If there is n­o give, the avocado is not ready yet and will not taste good. If there is a lot of give, the avocado is ripe. Beware of too much softness, though, because that usually means the avocado may be over ripe and won’t taste good.

Nutrition

Calories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSugar: 1gCalcium: 1mg

Peach Salsa

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Peach Salsa

Peach Salsa

When you hear the word "salsa," more than likely you think of a dip with tomatoes, peppers, and onions. However, this delicious salsa recipe is made with fruit instead of vegetables. Its light, refreshing taste will surprise you. Serve with baked tortilla chips or as a topping for a green salad.
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Course Snack
Servings
Calories 10 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup chopped fresh or frozen peaches
  • 1 4-ounce can chopped green chiles
  • 2 tablespoons finely red onion
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Mix ingredients in a medium-sized bowl, and stir well. Refrigerate for about 2 hours or until chilled. Serve.
  • Yield: 6 servings (serving size: about 1/4 cup)

Notes

  • Substitute ½ teaspoon dried cilantro or parsley for fresh.
  • If you're a salsa fan, be sure to try these recipes: Salsa and Green Salsa Bean Dip.

Nutrition

Calories: 10kcalCarbohydrates: 2gSugar: 1gCalcium: 1mg