Cakes and Pies
1. Chocolate Cupcakes
Who says sugar is the only way to satisfy a sweet tooth? This recipe is free of added sugars. Instead, stevia and coconut oil bring the sweet, while cocoa powder, vanilla extract, peanut butter, and espresso powder contribute a range of flavors to these bites of gluten-free goodness.
2. Lemon Polenta Cake
Almond flour and polenta form the base for this melt-in-your-mouth confection. The recipe calls for a substantial amount of butter and sugar, so it may not be the healthiest recipe out there — but the whole ingredients help establish this cake as a healthieroption. If you're interested in cutting back on the butter and sugar, it's easy to try some simple,healthier substitutions.
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