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Blueberry Blondies

It is almost that time. The time of the year when we can feast on berries all day long, from early morning to the end of a long summer day. These blueberry blondies are easy to make, full of nutty brown butter, brown sugar, and, of course, plump and juicy blueberries. Make these gluten-free treats for all the summer feels.

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Chickpea Chocolate Chunk Bars

The perfect dessert that also happens to be packed with protein, free of dairy, grains and refined sugar. These bars are easy-peasy to make (all done in a food processor) and satisfy your sweet-tooth while also giving a boost to your day. The chickpea bars will quickly become a favorite.

White Chocolate Blondies

Nothing like a blondie to ring in the new year. These blondies are packed with floral white chocolate, nutty brown butter and caramel-like coconut sugar. A chewy, soft center and a crisp, crackly top is the perfect way to say hello to 2020. Enjoy it with a green juice if you need to feel slightly virtuous as well.

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Maple Caramel Pie Bars

Who says that you have to make the same ole pies this holiday season? These pie bars take one recipe for the base, two fillings, both give you caramel, maple sweetness that balance perfectly with the shortbread-like oaten base. No rolling pin required for these vegan and gluten-free treats.

Squash Chocolate Chunk Bars

Move over pumpkin pie, this might be the new thanksgiving dessert. Sweet, earthy squash, olive oil and a hint of spice make these bars the perfect end to your turkey day meal (or maybe just the right thing for the morning after). These dairy-free and gluten-free bars are kinda like cake, kinda like blondie and all kinds of yummy.

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Olive Oil Blondies with Almond Butter Swirl

There’s nothing like a blondie. Usually made with butter, these blondies are made with fruity extra virgin olive oil. You won’t miss the butter when you taste the chewy, gooey center of these buckwheaty blondies, topped with a swirl of almond butter.

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Vegan Millionaire Shortbread Bars

How would I sum these up? They are the fancy, better-for-you version of my guilty pleasure, the Twix bar. Chock-a-block full of delicious tahini, chocolate and crunchy shortbread. It is hard to believe that these are gluten, grain and dairy free. They might take some time to make, but they are so worth it.

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Vegan Oat Fruit Bars

Something about oats and fruit just go so well together. These bars are the perfect amount of sweet with a moist crumb and slightly tart fruit in the middle. Perfect for breakfast, summer dessert or just an anytime snack.

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Buckwheat Pistachio Brownies

Nothing better than a brownie. These ones are particularly delicious because of a secret ingredient: date syrup. It gives a boost to the flavor, gooey factor and helps to lessen the amount of cane sugar. These babies are just perfect.

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Tahini Breakfast Bars

I am a sweet breakfast person. These are the perfect breakfast or brunch dish that are made with a powerhouse ingredient: tahini. Once you start using it, you won’t be able to stop.

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Chickpea Blondies

My favorite treat, but with a healthier twist and with the secret power of chickpeas. Yes, chickpeas. These blondies are all done in the food processor (keeping clean up easy) and are the perfect not-so-sweet treat,

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Paleo Blueberry Shortbread Bars

Are you ready for those long, warm summer days? Yeah, me too,. These blueberry bars are what I think of when I dream of those days. A mix between crumble and pie, but without the grains, dairy or loads of sugar.

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Granola Bar Blondies

A homemade granola bar that is perfect for a snack or for breakfast. These guys are full of healthy fiber, flax, hemp hearts and a little protein, all with delicious cinnamon and chocolate.

Paleo Pumpkin Bars

Fall is pumpkin season and these babies taste like pumpkin pie, but with a healthier twist.

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