Chickpea Chocolate Chip “Cookie Dough”
Sweet, protein-packed, and full of fiber — this “cookie dough” uses chickpeas + powdered PB for a balanced treat you can feel good about. Naturally sweetened with dates, it’s indulgence made wholesome!
Chickpea Chocolate Chip "Cookie Dough"
This “Cookie Dough” is a sweet, feel-good treat you can enjoy without the guilt. Made with chickpeas and powdered peanut butter, it’s packed with fiber and plant-based protein to keep you satisfied. Naturally sweetened with dates, it balances wholesome fiber with natural sugars for steady energy and a deliciously indulgent flavor. Perfect for when you want a cookie dough fix that’s both nourishing and satisfying!
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a bowl, cover the dates with 1/2 cup water. Let this sit for overnight.
- Blend all ingredients (including the dates' soaking liquid), except chocolate chips, until very smooth.
Notes
- My favorite way to enjoy is with a spoon, but this is also great as a dip for apples or pretzels. I've also mixed into my overnight oats for a sweet morning treat!
Prayer While You Prepare
Lord, satisfy me today with Your unfailing love, so my heart overflows with joy. Remind me that true joy doesn’t come from what Ieat, what I do, or how I feel — it comes from You. Help me to delight in Your presence daily, and let that joy shine through in every part of my life. Amen.
Light & Cozy Cactus Chili
This isn’t your heavy, weigh-you-down, fat-bomb chili recipe—it’s a lighter, nourishing, high-fiber version that still brings all the comfort you crave! Made with lean ground turkey, tender cactus (nopales), hearty beans, and fresh spinach, this bowl is both cozy and nourishing. The cactus, one of the richest known sources of soluble fiber, adds a unique texture and helps stabilize blood sugar. And- bonus!- the added fiber the cactus and beans provide help reduce appetite. Perfect for when you want a satisfying meal that feels good for your body, too.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add 1 Tbsp olive oil to a large stockpot. Add garlic and onion and saute until onion is translucent.
- Add the ground turkey and brown until no longer pink (about 5 minutes)
- Add the remaining ingredients and stir (drained cactus, full cans of tomatoes and beans, spinach, tomato paste, and all spices)
- Simmer on low for at least 30 minutes. Top with shredded cheese, sour cream and sliced green onion, if desired (or a dollop plain greek yogurt & nutritional yeast for dairy-free!)
Notes
- Nopales sound exotic but they are easy to find in the Mexican food section at almost any grocery store.
- You can also let this simmer on the stove for more than 30 minutes and the flavor improves, but it's nearly as good with the quicker cooking time!
- I love to serve this with a green salad and crusty bread, or even over baked potatoes.
Prayer While You Prepare
Prayer of Comfort
Heavenly Father, thank You for being my refuge and my source of peace. When my heart feels heavy or my mind is troubled, help me to run to You first. Remind me that true comfort isn’t found in things of this world, but in Your presence and promises. Wrap me in Your love, quiet my anxious thoughts, and fill me with the peace that only You can give. Amen.