Superfoods Fudge Cake

Fuel your body with this Superfoods Fudge Cake!  Whether you're heading to work or to workout, this nutritious meal is a great source of plant-based protein and nutrients that will nourish your body and satisfy your cravings for something rich.  

With 14 grams of protein per 30 gram serving, Hemp Pro 70 Chocolate is a complete plant based protein, offering all essential amino acids--great for vegan or vegetarian diets.  It is mild tasting with a creamy texture.  Hemp protein contains the essential fatty acids, omega-3 and omega-6, in an optimal three to one ration.  This reduces the risk of heart attacks, cardiovascular problems, atherosclerosis and certain types of cancer.  

One of nature's richest dietary sources of magnesium, cacao nibs are also an excellent source of iron and dietary fiber.  They are rich in antioxidants and alkaloids as well, which can boost your mood.

Ingredients

4 T. Manitoba Harvest HempPro 70, Chocolate

1/4 c. quick oats

Approximately 1/2 c. water

2 T. Wow Butter

1 T. Cacao Nibs

Mix the first three ingredients and microwave for approximately 70 seconds.  Top with Wow Butter and Cacao Nibs.

Sweet Potato Coconut Fries

Who knew?! Sweet potato fries have become a staple in my diet lately and I recently was shocked to discover a sweet potato that wasn't orange! I did some research and came to these conclusions...There are two major varieties of sweet potatoes, the yellow, drier, more mealy kind with lighter beige colored skins, and the orange, more moist, sweeter ones with reddish skins that are usually called "yams." While all sweet potatoes contain similar amounts of the same nutrients, the notable difference among the varieties is the content of beta-carotene. More beta-carotene is available in orange-fleshed than in white- or yellow-fleshed varieties.  In the body, beta-carotene is converted to Vitamin A, an essential nutrient.  It has antioxidant activity, which helps to protect cells from damage.

Ingredients:
2 sweet potatoes
2 T. coconut oil
2 t. cinnamon
2 t. hemp seed

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Bake the potatoes for approximately 6 minutes in the microwave. Allow to cool before cutting. Slice potatoes and put into bowl. Stir in coconut oil, cinnamon, and hemp seed. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until crispy. Enjoy!  Purchase your coconut oil and hemp seeds at Vitamin Shoppe.