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Chewy “Chocolate” Chunk Cookies

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This recipe for AIP elimination stage compliant Chewy “Chocolate” Chunk Cookies is by far the most recommended cookie recipe in AIP Recipe Collection Facebook Group! So you can imagine our disappointment when the recipe creator closed down her website!  <Insert audible gasps here, and bring on the tears!>

Fortunately, I had saved a copy of the recipe and want to give complete credit for this recipe to its creator, Tonja, formerly known as Flame to Fork (the recipe formerly lived here, and in the event it comes back online, I wanted to provide the original link).

To allow Tonja’s story to live on, here is a snippet from the post she wrote:

“This girl likes her cookies. So when I found out that I would need to start following the autoimmune protocol (AIP) to help heal a leaky gut, my old-standby of Seriously Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies were a no-go. I can tell you, it is not easy to follow this protocol. Although these cookies are good, they were still created as a treat in a way of eating that seems so limiting. Something to help everyone feel a bit more “normal” while living in a world where they can’t eat normal. In the real world of convenience foods (even the paleo/”clean” ones), restaurants and anything else created to help simplify real food for the majority of people, there are ingredients that someone on AIP cannot have. So having been AIP just over a month now, I feel the need for normalcy. I’ll be honest and say I’ve cried a few tears in my kitchen. I’ve sobbed while washing the thousandth dish that week since I am literally cooking every dang day. I know I am not alone. And I just want a cookie. (did you just picture me on the floor, pounding my fists on the ground, having a tantrum??) Out of desperation, comes yumminess for you guys as well. I hope you like it! xo – Tonja”

I’m sure we all feel what Tonja wrote … and it’s good to know that we are definitely not alone. I’m ever so grateful for all of the very talented recipe creators out there who have shared their journeys and their delicious inspirational creations to help us stay on track, keeping our bodies and souls nourished. ♥

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Chewy "Chocolate" Chunk Cookies

Yield: 8 Cookies
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

♥ RECIPE & IMAGES BY: Tonja - Formerly "Flame to Fork" ♥ The #1 most recommended cookie recipe in the AIP Recipe Collection Facebook group!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a medium sized bowl, combine tapioca flour, coconut flour, gelatin, coconut sugar, salt and baking soda.
  3. In a small bowl, melt the palm shortening and then stir in the maple syrup and vanilla.
  4. Add the liquid mixture to the flour mixture and stir until well combined.
  5. Mix in the homemade carob chips (or chocolate chips) and let cool (or pop in the refrigerator for 10 minutes).
  6. Divide batter into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
  7. Place the dough balls onto a parchment lined cookie sheet and flatten to about 3/4" tall.
  8. Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  9. Let cool on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes before putting on a cookie rack to cool completely.

Notes

* Arrowroot may be substituted, however I made them both ways and all testers agreed the tapioca was a better "mouth feel"

** If you tolerate chocolate, feel free to substitute dairy-free Enjoy Life chocolate chips

Some group members note that you can successfully substitute coconut oil 1:1 instead of palm shortening, or even pure lard (not Crisco/shortening, but lard).

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Carob Chunks (Dairy & Cocoa Free)

Carob Chunks (Dairy & Cocoa Free)

Yield: 1 Cup
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Additional Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

♥ RECIPE & IMAGES BY: Tonja - Formerly "Flame to Fork" ♥ This carob chunk recipe comes from the #1 most recommended cookie recipe in the AIP Recipe Collection Facebook group!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the palm shortening and coconut butter.
  2. Add in the coconut sugar and stir until dissolved (most likely it will not dissolve completely, but hey, we can try).
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the carob powder, vanilla and sea salt.
  4. Pour the mixture into a parchment-lined 8x8 baking dish or pan and put in the freezer for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove from the freezer and using a sharp knife, cut the mixture into chocolate-chip sized chunks (the mixture should still be fairly soft and easy to run a knife through).
  6. Return to the freezer to completely harden.
  7. Once ready to use for the first time, using the pre-cut lines, break the "chocolate" into separate chunks.
  8. Store extra in an air-tight container in the freezer.

Notes

Homemade AIP carob chips / chunks do not hold the same shape that a traditional chocolate chip does, so don't worry if your "chocolate" runs a little more than anticipated.

Some folks use coconut oil instead of palm shortening, but it's definitely noteworthy that your chips/chunks will be very runny in your cookies.

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Pumpkin Scones with Spiced Caramel Glaze

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Nothing says fall quite like pumpkin-flavored-everything! These AIP Pumpkin Scones are perfectly moist and luscious topped with a simple caramel glaze. Pair them with a hot cup of tea or AIP coffee substitute (read more about your options here) for a perfect fall morning.make the perfect accompaniment to your morning routine or a snack on the go. 

These AIP Pumpkin Scones are moist and fluffy, yet crispy, crumbly and flaky at the same time. Tigernut flour and arrowroot starch help create a springy texture, similar to gluten-filled baked goods. The palm shortening makes an almost perfect swap for butter, helping to create the crumbly, flaky texture. And the pumpkin puree keeps the scones moist and fluffy. Be sure to read the tips below the recipe for best results.

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Pumpkin Scones with Spiced Caramel Glaze

Yield: 8 scones
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

♥ RECIPE & IMAGES BY: Andrea - Formerly "Hurried Health Nut" ♥ Perfectly moist, yet crumbly these AIP Pumpkin Scones topped with a luscious caramel glaze are perfect for fall mornings.

Ingredients

For the Scones

Spiced Caramel Glaze

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
  2. Measure out the palm shortening and place it in the freezer for about 10 minutes while you prepare the rest of the ingredients
  3. Add all dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl and give it a quick whisk to blend
  4. Then add the palm shortening and cut it in with a pastry cutter or a fork (a pastry cutter works significantly better). Cut until the palm shortening is in pieces about the size of peas
  5. Add the cold pumpkin puree, coconut milk and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix with a spatula until a very thick batter forms
  6. Turn the batter onto the parchment paper-lined baking sheet
  7. Dust your hands with a little arrowroot starch and use them to form a disc about 1″ thick
  8. Use a large knife or pizza cutter to cut the disc into 8 equal triangles, dusting the knife with arrowroot in between each cut to prevent sticking
  9. Separate the triangles from each other to allow the edges of the scones to crisp as they cook (The further apart, the better, as the scones do spread a bit while baking, and you want to make sure the edges get crisp)
  10. Bake at 400ºF for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown
  11. The scones will still be fairly soft to the touch, but should have some toasted edges
  12. Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes, to set
  13. While the scones cool, mix the ingredients for the Spiced Caramel Glaze in a small bowl and drizzle or spread over the cooled scones. Enjoy!

Store unglazed scones in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Reheat in the oven, toaster oven or air fryer and then drizzle with glaze.

Notes

  • Work with cold ingredients. My palm shortening was at room temperature, but I measured it out first and placed it in the freezer while I prepared the rest of the ingredients. It was in the freezer for a total of about 10 minutes. I placed my canned pumpkin puree and coconut milk in the fridge the night before I made these scones. Working with cold ingredients helps the dough hold its shape and helps give the scones that classic scone texture.
  • Don’t overwork the dough. The more you knead it, the tougher it gets, and you don’t want tough scones. Overworking the dough also warms it up and melts the palm shortening, which you don’t want, for the reasons listed above. You want to mix the ingredients until just combined, not perfectly blended.
  • Let the scones cool at least 15 minutes, to give them time to “set.” When they first come out of the oven, they will be squishy and very moist – more like a crumbly cake than a scone. Giving them a bit of time to set will help give them that classic scone texture. Trust me, it’s worth the wait.

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    Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie

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    No need to feel left out this “Pumpkin Spice Everything” season when you have this Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie recipe in your arsenal! It’s totes AIP, and it’ll make your pumpkin spice drive-thru junkie workmates completely jealous.

    While your colleagues are slurping up their artificially flavored, sugary drinks topped with “whipped cream,” you can take comfort in knowing you’re consuming real foods that support your healthy AIP lifestyle. 

    aiprecipecollection pumpkin puree nutritional value

    Food Value of 1/2 Cup of Pumpkin Puree

    Did You Know Pumpkin is a Superfood?

    It’s actually one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat! Pumpkin is a powerhouse food that is low in calories and high in many health-promoting phytochemicals.

    It provides a healthy dose of fiber, which is proven in supporting digestive health, regulating blood sugar and reducing the risk of heart disease!

    Pumpkin is packed with nutrients like beta-carotene, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties.

    It can do your immune system some serious good because of the high levels of vitamin A – an antioxidant that helps fight off disease-causing free radicals in the body by preventing damage to cells involved in the immune response.

    Annnd, because pumpkin has a high water volume, it helps you feel full and satiated, as well.

    What About The Protein Powder?

    AIP Protein Powder - Autoimmune Health & Nutrition Paleo Protein Powders

    While most protein powders are far from AIP compliant, I’m happy to let you know that Autoimmune Health & Nutrition has us covered! Check out their variety of flavors, from plain grass-fed collagen to Cherry “Chocolate,” Double “Chocolate” and the option I used in this delicious smoothie, Vanilla Banana!

    Purchase your Autoimmune Health & Nutrition protein powders and save 10% off every order with coupon code AIP10 – click here to shop. (NOTE: Autoimmune H&N offer Paleo and AIP options, so be sure to select the correct product WITHOUT Stevia – want to know more about why Stevia is “out” on the AIP, click here).

     

    If you’d like to read more about your options for protein powder on the AIP, please click here.

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    Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie

    Yield: 1
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes

    ♥ RECIPE & IMAGES BY: AIP Recipe Collection ♥ This healthy AIP compliant Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie will make your friends hitting the drive-thru jealous!

    Ingredients

    Coconut Whipped Cream (Optional)

    Instructions

    For the Smoothie

    1. Add all ingredients to a high speed blender/blender cup.
    2. Blend until completely smooth
    3. Pour into a tall glass or on-the-go tumbler and enjoy!

    For the Optional Whipped Cream

      1. Place your can of coconut milk in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
      2. Chill your mixing bowl for 15 minutes in the fridge.
      3. Scoop out the hardened portion of coconut cream. Reserve the coconut water in a separate storage container for future use in a smoothie.
      4. Using a hand mixer, whip the coconut cream for one minute. Add your sweetener and vanilla and mix for an additional minute, until smooth and creamy.
      5. Use the coconut whipped cream right away or store in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to one week.

    Notes

  • Want to make it Coconut-Free? While I haven't tried this recipe with an alternative, you could try one of these AIP milk options.

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    Countertop Coconut Yogurt

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    A super easy 2-ingredient AIP coconut yogurt anyone can make with just a mason jar and some cheesecloth. Paleo, dairy-free, gluten-free, whole-30 and vegan.

    If you don’t have an Instant Pot, or are feeling a little lazy and didn’t want to go to the effort, this recipe is for you!

    Our recipe contributor, (Andrea, formerly known as the Hurried Health Nut) discovered an easier alternative in this recipe from Minimalist Baker using just two ingredients and no cookware! She tried it with the ingredients she had on hand and it was a great success! So, she adapted it slightly to be AIP.

    Andrea suggests grass-fed Collagen peptides, but they aren’t 100% necessary. She says “it tastes delicious either way.” If you want an extra protein or collagen boost in your AIP coconut yogurt, just stir in a scoop of collagen peptides after the fermentation process but before placing in the fridge. It also helps thicken it up a bit, if you like your yogurt really thick, Greek style. And by all means, if you are vegetarian or vegan, or you just don’t have any on hand, feel free to skip the collagen peptides.

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    Countertop Coconut Yogurt

    Yield: 1 Cup
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 day
    Additional Time: 1 day
    Total Time: 2 days 5 minutes

    ♥ RECIPE & IMAGES BY: Andrea - Formerly "Hurried Health Nut" ♥ This AIP coconut yogurt recipe is suuuuuper easy. Promise. If I can do this, you definitely can. It will take you less than five minutes. Pinky swear.

    Ingredients

    Instructions

    1. Clean and sterilize a pint size mason jar.
    2. Shake coconut milk well, open and then pour into your mason jar.
    3. Break open two probiotic capsules and sprinkle contents over coconut milk.
    4. Using a wooden or silicone spoon, spatula or whisk, stir coconut milk and probiotics until well-combined (do not use metal, as it deactivates the probiotics).
    5. Cover your mason jar with cheesecloth or a thin dish towel and secure with a rubber band.
    6. Let rest in a warm location (on your counter is fine) for 24-48 hours, or until yogurt has thickened and gotten tangy. The amount of time you let the yogurt ferment will depend on how warm your location is and how tangy you like your yogurt. We keep our house in the upper 60’s °F and 48 hours on the counter works just fine for me. (*It should smell tangy, but not “funky.” If it starts to smell funky, it has gone bad. Throw it out.)
    7. Once your yogurt has reached the right amount of tanginess, give it a good stir with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, cover with an airtight lid and store in the fridge. It will have a little thin layer of coconut kefir on top, but just stir it in and let it sit in the fridge for a bit and it will thicken up.
    8. If you like your yogurt extra thick (or you want an extra boost of protein/collagen), try mixing in a scoop of collagen peptides (after your yogurt has fermented, before you place it in the fridge). This step is optional.
    9. After your coconut yogurt has fermented, feel free to add your sweetener of choice (I like maple syrup or honey for AIP), fresh fruit, fruit compote or enjoy as is.
    10. Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

    Notes

    Also works great as a dairy-free sour cream substitute, as a thickener for dairy-free“cream” sauces and as a topper for Paleo/AIP waffles. I also add it to smoothies for a probiotic boost as well as some extra creaminess.

    What Probiotics Should You Use?

    In my other recipe, it was suggested that your probiotic should containing the following strains - Bifidobacterium bifidum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp bulgaricus, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Streptococcus thermophiles (our other recipe creator uses Innate Response Flora 5-14).

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    Frozen Strawberry Delights

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    If you haven’t heard yet, there’s an amazing cereal in town! Meet Lovebird Cereal – it’s 100% AIP Elimination Stage Compliant and 100% AMAZING!

    This product is a game-changer for anyone with AIP kiddos … like cerealously … what have y’all been giving your AIP toddlers to munch on with Cheerios off the table!?

    And what a treat to be able to grab a quick bowl of cereal in the morning for breakfast or an anytime snack … zero guilt – it’s a clean and healthy, gut-friendly option.

    About Lovebird

    ♥ Gluten-Free
    ♥ Dairy-Free
    ♥ Non-GMO
    ♥ Sweetened by Nature – No Refined Sugar or Stevia
    ♥ No “Natural” Flavors
    ♥ Nothing Fake!
    ♥ Perfect served with dairy-free milk like coconut milk, banana milk or tigernut milk (or nut milk if you’ve reintroduced them)

    Lovebird cereal now comes in FIVE flavors – unsweetened, honey and cinnamon, cacao (stage 1 AIP Reintroduction), and NEW strawberry – and all are 100% AIP elimination stage compliant! 

    Free of inflammatory ingredients and full of gut health boosting nutrition to support your family’s immunity.  In a perfect world, you could eat fresh whole foods but life is busy and sometimes you need some convenient options.  That’s why Parker created Lovebird foods “to clean up junk food”. 

    And as if that weren’t enough, Lovebird donates twenty percent (20%) of net profit from the sale of all Lovebird products to nonprofits in support of charitable programming and research in the fight against pediatric cancer. 

    Special Offer

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    The Recipe

    You’ll love making these fast and simple treats with your kiddos. You can make them into clusters, “bark” or even form them around popsicle sticks for a fun, frozen summer treat.

    Think outside the cereal box on this one folks … have fun with it.

    If you make this recipe, be sure to tag me on social media @aiprecipecollection – I can’t wait to see what you create.

    Enjoy! ♥

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    Frozen Strawberry Delights

    Frozen Strawberry Delights

    Yield: 9 Snack Bites
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Additional Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

    ♥ RECIPE & IMAGES BY: AIPRecipeCollection.com ♥ A fast and easy frozen AIP cereal treat your kiddos will love helping you make!

    Ingredients

    Carob Drizzle

    Instructions

    1. Thoroughly mix cereal and yogurt
    2. Drop by spoonful onto a parchment lined tray
    3. Mix carob drizzle ingredients together until smooth
    4. Drizzle over your cereal clusters
    5. Freeze for 1 hour and enjoy!
    6. Store leftovers in the freezer in an airtight container
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    Blueberry TigerNut Muffins with Hidden Liver

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    STOP RIGHT THERE! Do NOT pass by this recipe just because of the dreaded “L” word! These are seriously delicious and you WILL NOT know that there’s liver in them.

    Don’t believe me? My family didn’t either, but my husband accidentally ate one of my muffins and only realized halfway through that it was mine … he then texted me and said “oops, sorry, I ate one of your muffins – they’re not bad and they really DON’T taste like liver!”

    So, if you’re trying to “up your nutrient game” and sneak some liver into your bellies, give this one a try!

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    This recipe was inspired by Kate Jay’s (of Healing Family Eats) Blueberry Liver Muffin recipe that was only presented in the 2021 AIP Summit. 

    TigerNuts

    If you’re just getting started on the AIP and you haven’t heard of TigerNuts, I’m sure you’ll be running across recipes soon that call for one iteration of them or another.

    TigerNuts flour was one of the first ingredients I decided to try when I started my personal AIP journey, and I have to say they’re probably one of my favorite AIP dietary discoveries. You’ll find lots of recipes posted in my AIP Recipe Collection Facebook Group that calls for them, and I think the flour makes some of the best AIP cookies  – especially when it comes to taste, texture and crunch! 

    Before we go any further, you should know that they’re not nuts at all, they’re actually tubers, so they’re 100% AIP elimination stage compliant! Woohoo! (You can learn more about them in my post about unfamiliar foods you’ll run into on your AIP journey, and on my affiliate’s website – TigerNuts USA)

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    AIP Blueberry TigerNut Muffins with Hidden Liver

    Blueberry TigerNut Muffins with Hidden Liver

    Yield: 1 Dozen
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Additional Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes

    ♥ RECIPE & IMAGES BY: AIP Recipe Collection ♥ The easiest way to love liver! Shhhh - no one needs to know what's in them.

    Ingredients

    Gelatin Egg

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350F. Line a muffin pan with 12 paper liners.
    2. For best results and a fluffier texture, ensure your blueberries are thawed and drained, and if your chicken livers were previously frozen, ensure they're fully thawed and dried on paper towels.
    3. Add chicken livers and banana to a food processor and blend until smooth.
    4. Transfer to a large bowl, add the oil and maple syrup and mix well.
    5. Add TigerNuts flour, arrowroot starch, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and salt and mix until combined.
    6. Prepare your gelatin egg by placing the gelatin in a small bowl. In a separate bowl combine water and apple cider vinegar. Pour the water and vinegar mixture over the gelatin and whisk well to combine completely.
    7. Immediately add the gelatin egg and blueberries to the batter and mix to combine - do not over mix.
    8. Spoon mixture into the muffin liners, making sure you have blueberries in each.
    9. Bake for 30 minutes or until just cooked and a toothpick tester comes out clean. Do not overcook.
    10. Cool on a wire rack and enjoy!


    These are delicious when warm or cold - try splitting a muffin open and lightly toasting if you want to warm them up.

    FREEZER FRIENDLY - For optimal freshness, freeze what you won't eat in a few days and simply thaw them in the fridge overnight.

    Notes

    Feeling unsure that you or your family will enjoy these? Try adding 1/3 Cup of dried fruit to the mix at the same time you add the blueberries - this will add a bit more sweetness. (Ensure your dried fruit is unsulphured and does not contain added sweeteners or non-compliant oils or preservatives).

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    Chewy Apple Pie Cereal Bars

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    If you haven’t heard yet, there’s a new AIP cereal in town! Meet Lovebird Cereal – it’s 100% AIP Elimination Stage Compliant and 100% AMAZING!

    This product is a game-changer for anyone with AIP kiddos … like cerealously … what have y’all been giving your AIP toddlers to munch on with Cheerios off the table!?

    And what a treat to be able to grab a quick bowl of cereal in the morning for breakfast or an anytime snack … zero guilt – it’s a clean and healthy, gut-friendly option.

    About Lovebird

    ♥ Gluten-Free
    ♥ Dairy-Free
    ♥ Non-GMO
    ♥ Sweetened by Nature – No Refined Sugar or Stevia
    ♥ No “Natural” Flavors
    ♥ Nothing Fake!
    ♥ Perfect served with dairy-free milk like coconut milk, banana milk or tigernut milk (or nut milk if you’ve reintroduced them)

    Lovebird cereal comes in three flavors – unsweetened, honey and cinnamon – and all are 100% AIP elimination stage compliant! 

    Free of inflammatory ingredients and full of gut health boosting nutrition to support your family’s immunity.  In a perfect world, you could eat fresh whole foods but life is busy and sometimes you need some convenient options.  That’s why Parker created Lovebird foods “to clean up junk food”. 

    And as if that weren’t enough, Lovebird donates twenty percent (20%) of net profit from the sale of all Lovebird products to nonprofits in support of charitable programming and research in the fight against pediatric cancer. 

    Special Offer

    Save 15% Off Every Order with Coupon Code: AIP
    CLICK HERE TO     SHOP

    The Recipe

    Before I started the AIP, one of my go-to snacks or grab and go breakfasts was a simple granola/cereal bar. While sweets like this are no longer part of my daily morning routine it’s nice to have a little treat now and then, so I created these Chewy Apple Pie Lovebird Cereal Bars to satisfy my hankering for granola bars and my favorite kind of pie. 

    Enjoy! ♥

    If you make this recipe, be sure to tag me on social media @aiprecipecollection – I can’t wait to see your results and hear how you’ve enjoyed them.

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    Chewy Apple Pie Cereal Bars

    Yield: 8 Large Bars or 16 Medium Squares
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes

    ♥ RECIPE & IMAGES BY: AIPRecipeCollection.com ♥ Chewy Apple Pie Lovebird Cereal Bars - they'll satisfy the kid in you!

    Ingredients

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large mixing bowl, combine crushed and whole cereal, dried fruit, coconut, collagen, cinnamon and salt.
    2. Add riced plantain, apple and maple syrup.  Mix well. You will have a very stiff batter or a ball of ingredients when everything is well incorporated
    3. Line an 8” X 8” baking pan/dish with parchment paper.  
    4. Press the cereal bar mixture evenly into the pan/dish. Scatter whole Lovebird cereal over the top of the cereal bars and lightly press into the mixture.
    5. Bake for 30 minutes.  Remove bars from the pan using the parchment paper and allow to cool completely on a wire cooling rack., leaving the parchment paper attached.
    6. Cut into bars or squares. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

    Notes

    Crushed / Powdered Cereal : I used a small blender cup to create a flour.

    Dried Fruit & The AIP : ensure your dried fruit is UNsulphured and does not contain added sugar or non-compliant oils or preservatives

    How to "Rice" Plantains : Simply peel and roughly slice into a food processor that has an "S" blade installed. Pulse until small rice size pieces are achieved. Try not to over-process the plantains into a batter.

    If you don't have a food processor, peel the plantain and use a food grater to achieve a shredded consistency.

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    Instant Pot Coconut Yogurt

    This Instant Pot Coconut Yogurt recipe has been contributed by one of our very own members in the AIP Recipe Collection Facebook Group. She’s generously offered to share this recipe since so many have a challenge getting their coconut yogurt just right.

    ♥ Thank-You Mistie ♥

    Mistie explained that when she started making coconut milk yogurt she tested a lot of recipes – some with coconut cream, others with coconut milk, but she couldn’t quite achieve the taste and texture she wanted. 
     
    After researching and experimenting with yogurt making she tweaked a few recipes and arrived at this method. It’s important to note that she recommends using full-fat, additive free coconut milk and stresses the need for using some specific strains of probiotics. 
     
    Interestingly too, non-dairy yogurt does not self-propagate the way dairy yogurt does, so a fresh starter is required each time. Mistie suggests purchasing a bottle of good quality probiotics (follow the link in the ingredients for her recommendation or see the notes below for more details) as it’s more cost effective than purchasing “yogurt starter cultures” available on the market (many of which aren’t AIP compliant anyway).  
     
    While Mistie’s recipe is for plain, unsweetened yogurt, I’ve added my suggestion for a sweetened vanilla option below but you may want to reserve some aside un-flavored for cooking – any way you choose to enjoy it …  it’s delish! 
    VERY IMPORTANT!! Follow the instructions for this recipe precisely! Follow the steps in the order they are presented. The gelatin is heat activated for this recipe and your yogurt will not thicken if you deviate from the directions.
    Now, on to the recipe!
     
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    Instant Pot Coconut Yogurt

    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 day
    Additional Time: 12 hours
    Total Time: 1 day 12 hours 30 minutes

    ♥ RECIPE BY: AIP Recipe Collection Group Member Mistie Charles ♥ 

    Ingredients

    OPTIONAL : For Sweetened Vanilla Yogurt

    Instructions

    1. Shake coconut milk and pour into the Instant Pot insert.
    2. Sprinkle gelatin over the coconut milk.
    3. Allow gelatin to bloom on top of the coconut milk for 3-5 minutes.
    4. Push the “Sauté” button on your InstantPot.
    5. As the coconut milk heats up, use an immersion blender or whisk to blend the gelatin into the coconut milk. This also helps ensure the coconut milk will not separate.
    6. Bring the coconut milk just to a rolling boil and then turn off the heat.
    7. Allow the coconut milk to cool to 80-90 degrees. If you want to do this quickly, set the bottom of the InstantPot insert in an ice bath and check the temperature with a thermometer.
    8. Once the coconut milk has cooled, sprinkle 2 capsules of the probiotic on top and whisk to combine.
    9. Place the InstantPot insert back in the machine if you've removed it and secure the lid and close the vent. Set the yogurt function for 24 hours.
    10. After 24 hours, use an immersion blender or whisk to blend the yogurt.
    11. Pour or spoon the yogurt into a bowl or small jars ad place in the refrigerator for 12 hours.
    12. After 12 hours of refrigeration your yogurt is ready to enjoy! (If it has separated, simply mix well.)
    13. If you wish to flavor your yogurt, add it after the 12 hours of refrigeration and simply blend it in.

      Occasionally a batch may separate. If this happens, simply use a blender or immersion blender to thoroughly combine again.
      TIP: If you're using a regular blender for this task make a smoothie immediately after so there is no yogurt wasted.

    Notes

    After testing a number of strains of probiotics and brands, Mistie suggests your probiotic should containing the following strains - Bifidobacterium bifidum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp bulgaricus, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Streptococcus thermophiles (She uses Innate Response Flora 5-14)

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    TigerNuts Pear Porridge

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    Breakfast on the AIP can be difficult to get our heads wrapped around – most are used to eating pastries and pancakes or cereal – and I know not everyone’s into eating meat and veggies every morning! Since it’s so hard not to yearn for a bowl of warm cereal on a crisp autumn morning I decided to take the opportunity on this first day of fall to bring you my latest coconut-free creation – TigerNuts Pear Porridge!  And yes ma’am – it still contains veg! But – shhhh – your family probably won’t even notice!

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    If you’re just getting started on the AIP and you haven’t heard of TigerNuts, I’m sure you’ll be running across recipes soon that call for one iteration of them or another.

    TigerNuts flour was one of the first ingredients I decided to try when I started my personal AIP journey, and I have to say they’re probably one of my favorite AIP dietary discoveries. You’ll find lots of recipes posted in my AIP Recipe Collection Facebook Group that calls for them, and I think the flour makes some of the most realistic, crunchy AIP cookies I’ve ever tried. 

    Before we go any further, you should know that they’re not nuts at all, they’re actually tubers, so they’re 100% AIP elimination stage compliant! Woohoo! (You can learn more about them in my post about unfamiliar foods you’ll run into on your AIP journey – click here and on my affiliate’s website – TigerNuts USA)

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    If you’re sensitive to coconut, you’ll want to pay careful attention to TigerNuts as they can often come to the rescue – TigerNuts butter, oil, milk, flour, flakes and more – so be sure to check them out! You can find lots of TigerNuts products in our affiliate shop, Shop AIP where you can save 10% on your first order with our exclusive coupon code – AIPRecipe (click here), or you can shop directly at TigerNuts USA (click here).

    Looking for more Coconut Free AIP Recipes? Join us in the AIP Recipe Collection Facebook Group – there are oodles of recipes in our easily searchable group!

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    TigerNuts Pear Porridge

    Yield: 8-10 Servings
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes

    ♥ RECIPE & IMAGES BY: AIPRecipeCollection.com ♥ Breakfast on the AIP can be hard! Yearning for a bowl of warm cereal on a crisp autumn morning? Try my TigerNuts Pear Porridge made with veggies!

    Ingredients

    Instructions

    1. Cut your cauliflower into chunks. Place it in a food processor with an "S" blade and pulse until it resembles the texture of rice. Work in batches, being careful not to over-process the cauliflower - you do not want it to be a puree. You should have approximately 4 Cups of riced Cauliflower.
      NOTE: if you don't have a food processor you can use a box grater - it's just a little messier.
    2. Place all ingredients (excluding the optional toppings) in a large pan or wide, deep pot (this is my preference). You'll need to cover it during cooking, so choose something that you have a proper lid for if possible.
    3. Stir to combine well.
    4. Cook over medium heat until the porridge begins to bubble. Cover your pot and allow to simmer over low heat for about 25-30 minutes until your porridge has a creamy texture. NOTE: the TigerNuts will give this porridge a crunchy texture.
    5. Serve while warm and top with a sprinkle of shredded TigerNuts, sliced pears, sliced bananas, a sprinkle of cinnamon and lemon zest if you wish (the lemon zest really adds some bright flavor).
      NOTE: You can enjoy this cold or simply reheat in a small sauce pan (you may need to add a little water to avoid burning).

    Notes

    Your banana can be as ripe as you like it to be. The more ripe it is, the sweeter your porridge will be.

    Want to make it banana-free? You can make this recipe with additive-free coconut milk or tigernut milk instead! Simply omit the banana and replace the 2 cups of water with coconut milk or tigernut milk. Note that you will need to add something for sweetness - try adding a couple of unsulphured medjool dates, honey or maple syrup to taste.

    Don't have tigernuts? You can use unsweetened shredded coconut if you're not avoiding it.

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    Matcha Veggie Energy Smoothie

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    Matcha Veggie Energy Smoothie … that name’s a mouthful … and so is this smoothie!

    Looking for a yummy, nutrient dense smoothie that won’t leave you feeling hungry in five minutes? Maybe even give you a kick of energy to get you through the day? Who needs coffee? Not you with this kick of Matcha!

    I’m not usually a big smoothie fan, because I’m usually cold, but as the temps warm up I’ll often turn to one for a quick lunch or snack. I also avoid smoothies because the tasty ones are usually packed full of nothing but sugary fruit, and I really don’t care for the veggie-heavy smoothies – too green for me (I never seem to want a veggie smoothie when I actually have the fresh ingredients on hand), and raw veg is not always a friend to my delicate digestion!

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    Ironically I just created this VERY GREEN, yet delicious smoothie – no fresh avocados required – so convenient!

    The addition of healthy fat – avocado, digest supporting papaya and the collagen peptides from Perfect Supplements (Save 10% with Coupon Code: AIP10) helps with satiety. Just half a banana adds the bit of sweetness that you need and the final magic ingredient is Sun Goddess Matcha Pique Tea Crystals for a kick of energy …. this one Matcha Veggie Energy Smoothie will take you further than you standard fruity concoction!

    You can read more about why I recommend Pique Tea here, and how Matcha and green tea fit in on your AIP healing journey here.

    Enjoy!
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    Matcha Veggie Energy Smoothie

    Matcha Veggie Energy Smoothie

    Yield: 1
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes

    ♥ RECIPE & IMAGE BY: AIPRecipeCollection.com ♥ Looking for a fast, delicious and nutrient dense smoothie? This one tastes better than it looks, I promise!

    Ingredients

    Instructions

      1. Whiz all ingredients together in a high-speed blender
      2. Enjoy!

    Notes

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