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Tropical Magic Cookie Bars
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2 cups vegan chocolate cookie crumbs 1/2 cup vegan butter, melted
2 cans (195 ml each) sweetened condensed coconut milk
1 package (400 g) guava paste, cut into small cubes 1 cup vegan white chocolate chips 1 cup macadamia nuts, chopped 1 cup toasted coconut flakes
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and melted vegan butter. Pour into the lined baking pan. Spread out evenly and press down firmly.
Pour the sweetened condensed coconut milk evenly over top of crust. Dollop the guava cubes evenly over top. Sprinkle the white chocolate chips evenly over top, followed by the macadamia nuts and the toasted coconut flakes. Press down gently on the entire surface.
Place pan in preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. Allow to cool fully on countertop then transfer to fridge for at least an hour to set fully.
Cut into bars and serve. Store leftovers in fridge. (Freezes nicely too.)
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Dried Jackfruit: Your New Tropical Snack Obsession
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Hey there, snack enthusiasts! Ever heard of jackfruit? This massive, spikey fruit has been making waves in the culinary world, and for good reason. But let's be real, tackling a whole jackfruit can be daunting. Enter dried jackfruit: your gateway to tropical deliciousness, without the hassle.
What is Dried Jackfruit?
Think of dried jackfruit as tiny bursts of sunshine in bite-sized form. It's simply dehydrated jackfruit flesh, concentrating all the flavor into chewy, convenient pieces. Unlike sugary snacks or processed treats, dried jackfruit boasts a naturally sweet taste with zero added sugar or preservatives.
Why Should You Stock Your Shelves with Dried Jackfruit?
Dried jackfruit isn't just another pretty (well, maybe not pretty) face in the snack aisle. Here's why it deserves a spot in your cart:
Sweet & Chewy Goodness: Craving something sweet that won't leave you crashing later? Dried jackfruit delivers! It satisfies your sweet tooth with its natural sweetness and boasts a delightfully chewy texture.
Superfood Powerhouse: Jackfruit isn't just delicious, it's packed with fiber and nutrients, making it a healthy alternative to sugary candy or processed snacks. Bonus points for being vegan and gluten-free!
Versatility is Key: From sweet to savory, dried jackfruit is a flavor chameleon. Toss it in your yogurt, cereal, or trail mix for a tropical twist. Craving something savory? Add it to stir-fries or curries for a meaty texture (it's a popular vegan meat substitute!).
Travel-Friendly Snacking: Unlike its fresh counterpart, dried jackfruit is lightweight and portable. Stash a bag in your purse or backpack for a healthy on-the-go snack.
How Do You Unleash the Deliciousness?
Ready to experience the magic of dried jackfruit? Here are some ways to incorporate it into your snacking routine:
Straight from the Bag: It doesn't get simpler than this! Pop open a bag and enjoy dried jackfruit on its own.
Trail Mix Masterclass: Elevate your homemade trail mix with dried jackfruit. Combine it with nuts, seeds, and other dried fruits for a power-packed snack adventure.
Yogurt Booster: Add a sprinkle of dried jackfruit to your morning yogurt for a chewy, tropical boost.
Salad Surprise: Take your salad to the next level with dried jackfruit! The sweet and savory combination is a tastebud explosion.
Baking Buddy: Don't be afraid to experiment! Use dried jackfruit pieces in muffins, cookies, or energy bars for a unique, chewy texture.
The Bottom Line:
Dried jackfruit is a healthy, delicious, and exciting way to add some variety to your snacking routine. So ditch the ordinary and embrace the tropical! Order your bag of dried jackfruit today and discover your new favorite snack obsession.
Looking for the perfect dried jackfruit to add to your cart? Look no further than aksharherbsandspices.com We offer premium, all-natural dried jackfruit, perfect for satisfying your cravings and supporting a healthy lifestyle. Shop now and experience the taste of the tropics!
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Disney Wonder Alaska Cruise recap
Sharing our thoughts on our Disney cruise experience to Alaska! We took the Disney Wonder from Vancouver to Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan. I’ll share our full packing list in an upcoming post if you’re planning an Alaskan cruise!
Hi friends! Happy Monday. Hope your week is off to a great start! I’m finally sitting down and taking the time to write out our thoughts on the cruise. I have so much to say! I hope you’re ok with a super long post, but the TLDR version is that we absolutely loved our Disney cruise… and already booked another one. 😉
When we initially booked our cruise, I have to admit that Alaska wasn’t my #1 choice. I’ve never been on a cruise before, and I figured that my first one should be somewhere tropical or European. We booked our trip with my friend Betsy and her family, and she mentioned that so many people say Alaska is breathtaking and we should give it a try. Plus, it would give us the chance to be a little cold since Tucson would likely be scorching hot. So, we went for it!
We traveled to Vancouver and arrived a couple of days early just in case we got stuck on the way. (I highly recommend doing this, so you don’t miss the boat!) We had a blast in Vancouver, and then Monday afternoon, we boarded the ship to spend seven incredible days sightseeing, relaxing, enjoying family activities and eating so many delicious foods. We traveled with Betsy and her family, and had the best time with them! While the boat was sailing away from the dock, they had a party on the top deck with frozen cocktails, live performers and ice cream for the kiddos. 
In pure Disney fashion, everything was over the top: the dining, the performances, the activities, excursions, etc. I know Disney does it right and many people have told us once they did a Disney cruise, they never wanted to cruise with any other cruise lines. After experiencing it ourselves, I can completely see how that happens.
I tried to segment this post into blocks, so it wasn’t just one rambling Disney cruise rave, so here are some of the things that stood out:
Alaskan scenery:
The scenery was absolutely stunning. On either side of the boat, we could see vast forests, glaciers, bald eagles flying (!), whales, and icebergs. Titanic taught me that icebergs are bad, but we sailed through an entire garden of them, so there ya go. We had the opportunity to see landscape and wildlife that we’d otherwise never experience. Now that I’ve been able to experience the true beauty of Alaska, I’d love to visit again some day. 
  One of my favorite stops was the Mendenhall Glacier. It lightly drizzled as we hiked down to a beach, and the girls played with sticks and splashed in puddles while we watched herons fly overhead.
  (P refused to be in this photo because she was very busy gathering rocks) 
The Disney Cruise dining experience:
For Disney cruises, here’s how the dining works: you have reservations (either first seating at 5:45 or second seating, closer to 8) at the main restaurants each night. We sailed on the Wonder, so the main restaurants are Tiana’s, Triton’s, and Animator’s Palace. They have you on a rotation, so you can experience each of the restaurants, and you have the same server the entire time. We really got to know our main server, Pipa (the girls LOVED her) and she always knew what we wanted to drink and got the kiddos’ food served extremely fast. (I could always count on her for dinner recommendations, too, so many times I asked her what I should order and she chose the best stuff for me!)
At each restaurant, they had a different theme each night (a Mardi Gras night, Frozen-inspired menu, lobster night, etc.) and you could choose from various appetizers, salads, soups, entrees, and desserts. I was blown away by the variety they offered! On our specific cruise, they served over 10,000 meals per day, and the quality was outstanding.
  (Smoked salmon in some form in every single meal. YOLO)
You also don’t have to eat at the sit-down restaurants if you don’t want to! You can dine at one of the quick spots (Daisy’s De-lites serves salads, sandwiches, build-your-own bowls, fresh chopped fruit, and soups), Boiler Bites (hot dogs, mac n’ cheese, chicken tenders, fries, etc.), and Pinocchio’s (different types of pizza!), eat at the buffet (Cabana’s is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and they have EVERYTHING) or you can get room service. All of this is included. They also had a “fancy” coffee shop on board for specialty drinks, called Cove Coffee, and a quick coffee shop where you could also get super healthy smoothies. A couple of times, I ordered a smoothie with almond milk, vegan chocolate protein, kale, spinach, cinnamon, and ice. The specialty drinks and coffees are extra (so is alcohol), but I didn’t find it to be super overpriced. My smoothies were $5 when they’d usually be around $9 at Whole Foods. 
(Yes they totally put a Donald Duck on my decaf almond milk latte)
(Living the Mickey bar life)
For most of the days we were there, we did breakfast at Cabana’s – it was so nice to wake up and eat without having to order anything or wait for food to be cooked – lunch at Daisy’s (the girls would usually get sandwiches, or pizza from Pinocchio’s, and a giant fruit platter) and dinner at the sit-down restaurant.
Each of the sit-down restaurants had something magical about them. At Tiana’s, Tiana herself was actually there walking around (and the girl spoke exactly like her! She was wonderful) and live music, complete with a Louis crocodile playing the saxophone. Triton’s felt like the fanciest among the three (but you could still go in leggings and a Disney tee), and Animator’s Palace had Sorcerer Mickey one of the nights. They also gave us special placemats that we could draw people on, and they took the placemats from the entire restaurant and ANIMATED our drawings and had them dancing to a song on one of the many screens in the restaurant. It was so incredibly cool!
Entertainment on board:
They have full Broadway-style shows on board, including musicals, comedians, and musicians. We saw three live Disney shows on the ship, including the Golden Mickeys (my personal fave), Frozen, and Disney Dreams.
  They also have two movie theaters playing different movies (including new releases!) all day. The Pilot and Liv saw Captain Marvel, the Pilot saw a late show of Avengers: Endgame one evening, and we all saw the new Aladdin movie as a family. They also have a movie screen on the top deck, where you can lounge on chairs with blankets and eat soft serve ice cream while you watch a show. The ice cream machine was a HUGE hit with the girls. You can literally walk up and make yourself a cone at any point during the day.
We may or may not have played every single Bingo round on the ship. We didn’t get the 7k prize but did win a Disney cruise picnic blanket in one of the raffles. 😉
We went to the gym pretty much every day! It was such a treat to work out together since that can rarely happen at home. We waited until after breakfast, so it wasn’t crowded, dropped the kiddos off at Kids Club, and got in a workout. 
Kids’ Club:
Kids Club was a game-changing experience. The girls absolutely loved it, and many nights after dinner, Liv was begging to go back! I felt like it was a perfect balance. The Pilot and I had a couple of hours together each day, and we still spent a ton of time together as a family. The girls usually went to Kids Club after breakfast while we worked out, and again in the late afternoon for an hour or so before dinner (usually while we played Bingo haha). 
They have three Kids Clubs on the Wonder: the nursery (for babies and toddlers who aren’t potty trained), and for older kids + potty trained over 3: the Oceaneer Lab, and the Oceaneer Club (which has a play structure inside). They also have a special area for teenagers (I think it’s called Edge). The kids can go from the Lab to the Club via a hallway, and they wear GPS Disney bands the entire trip. When they scanned our card to pick them up (you use one card for everything: to get into your room, to pay, to pick kids up), they can see on their screen exactly where your kids are. “Olivia and Penelope are in the Animator’s room on my left playing with hula hoops.” It was brilliant.
Characters often visited the Kids Club to play games and do activities with the kids. The girls saw Anna, Elsa, Stitch, the GI Joe guy from Toy Story, Captain Hook, and Belle, all in Kids Club. They baked cookies, did a Friendship Rocks show with Minnie and Mickey, had a luau party, and played so many fun games. We didn’t take advantage of this, but they’ll also feed your kids if they’re there during a meal! 
Room:
We went with the Deluxe Oceanview room, but for our next cruise, we’re getting a verandah since the difference is only a couple hundred dollars. This way, we can sit on the patio and drink wine after the girls are asleep.
We thought the couch was a regular pull-out bed for the girls to share, but turns out, it’s a bunk bed! Our Stateroom Host, Anissa, would transform it from couch to bunk beds every single day. 
Extra Disney touches:
There were definitely special Disney touches during the trip. Each night, we’d come back to the room, and during turndown service, Anissa would create towel animals and leave chocolates. One night, she completely changed the girls’ bedding to princess bedding, and they were STOKED.
The app was also fantastic. You can only connect to it when you’re on the ship’s Wifi, and it enables you to see exactly what’s going on all day, receive messages and updates (like your child can asked to be picked up from Kid’s Club and they’ll send you a message), and texting with others on the ship, complete with Disney emojis. It was extremely helpful, especially as first-timers. I always knew what shows and entertainment were available and could scope out dinner menus in advance. They also had full deck layouts and the weather in each of our stops available in the app.
One night, I lost a diamond earring. I was getting dressed and dropped it, and heard it clank around the room. I spent about 20 minutes searching but couldn’t find it. I let guest services know, just so they would make sure no one went in and vacuumed. When we went back to the room after dinner, I saw Anissa in the hallway and she said, “Your earring is on the glass tray by the closet.” She totally went in and found it for me!
One of the guest service team members chose us as their “special family” during the trip. (I’m not quite sure how this works but I think they each randomly select a family to surprise with goodies). Each afternoon, we’d come into the room from the day’s adventures or excursions and treats would be waiting for us. There were muffins, cheese boards, and cupcakes. It was amazing.
I was blown away by how many character greetings and events they had on the ship. The girls got to see maybe 4x the characters we see at the parks, with way shorter lines.
They also had dance parties (like the Pixar Pals party) in the atrium that were a blast.
Gratuities: 
This was something I didn’t know a lot about, so I’m posting it here in case anyone is taking a Disney cruise! While you’re on the ship, you don’t pay many gratuities. (I would just pay an extra couple bucks here and there for specialty drinks.) At the end of your trip, they charge your account around $13.50 per person per day. They split this amount between the different people who take care of you and scale it accordingly. (Like our head server got more of this amount that the assistant server who only got our drinks.) They also leave little envelopes if you want to tip extra. This way, you can be sure to tip an additional amount to the people who went above and beyond (and found earrings for you, etc.).
I’ll do another post with the excursions we chose + my packing list in case anyone is planning a similar cruise!
So, tell me friends: have you been on a cruise? What’s the #1 spot on your travel list?
xoxo
Gina
*This post isn’t sponsored in any way and we paid for all travel and accommodations. We used Costco Travel and highly recommend it! <3
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Disney Wonder Alaska Cruise recap
Sharing our thoughts on our Disney cruise experience to Alaska! We took the Disney Wonder from Vancouver to Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan. I’ll share our full packing list in an upcoming post if you’re planning an Alaskan cruise!
Hi friends! Happy Monday. Hope your week is off to a great start! I’m finally sitting down and taking the time to write out our thoughts on the cruise. I have so much to say! I hope you’re ok with a super long post, but the TLDR version is that we absolutely loved our Disney cruise… and already booked another one.
When we initially booked our cruise, I have to admit that Alaska wasn’t my #1 choice. I’ve never been on a cruise before, and I figured that my first one should be somewhere tropical or European. We booked our trip with my friend Betsy and her family, and she mentioned that so many people say Alaska is breathtaking and we should give it a try. Plus, it would give us the chance to be a little cold since Tucson would likely be scorching hot. So, we went for it!
We traveled to Vancouver and arrived a couple of days early just in case we got stuck on the way. (I highly recommend doing this, so you don’t miss the boat!) We had a blast in Vancouver, and then Monday afternoon, we boarded the ship to spend seven incredible days sightseeing, relaxing, enjoying family activities and eating so many delicious foods. We traveled with Betsy and her family, and had the best time with them! While the boat was sailing away from the dock, they had a party on the top deck with frozen cocktails, live performers and ice cream for the kiddos. 
In pure Disney fashion, everything was over the top: the dining, the performances, the activities, excursions, etc. I know Disney does it right and many people have told us once they did a Disney cruise, they never wanted to cruise with any other cruise lines. After experiencing it ourselves, I can completely see how that happens.
I tried to segment this post into blocks, so it wasn’t just one rambling Disney cruise rave, so here are some of the things that stood out:
Alaskan scenery:
The scenery was absolutely stunning. On either side of the boat, we could see vast forests, glaciers, bald eagles flying (!), whales, and icebergs. Titanic taught me that icebergs are bad, but we sailed through an entire garden of them, so there ya go. We had the opportunity to see landscape and wildlife that we’d otherwise never experience. Now that I’ve been able to experience the true beauty of Alaska, I’d love to visit again some day. 
  One of my favorite stops was the Mendenhall Glacier. It lightly drizzled as we hiked down to a beach, and the girls played with sticks and splashed in puddles while we watched herons fly overhead.
  (P refused to be in this photo because she was very busy gathering rocks) 
The Disney Cruise dining experience:
For Disney cruises, here’s how the dining works: you have reservations (either first seating at 5:45 or second seating, closer to 8) at the main restaurants each night. We sailed on the Wonder, so the main restaurants are Tiana’s, Triton’s, and Animator’s Palace. They have you on a rotation, so you can experience each of the restaurants, and you have the same server the entire time. We really got to know our main server, Pipa (the girls LOVED her) and she always knew what we wanted to drink and got the kiddos’ food served extremely fast. (I could always count on her for dinner recommendations, too, so many times I asked her what I should order and she chose the best stuff for me!)
At each restaurant, they had a different theme each night (a Mardi Gras night, Frozen-inspired menu, lobster night, etc.) and you could choose from various appetizers, salads, soups, entrees, and desserts. I was blown away by the variety they offered! On our specific cruise, they served over 10,000 meals per day, and the quality was outstanding.
  (Smoked salmon in some form in every single meal. YOLO)
You also don’t have to eat at the sit-down restaurants if you don’t want to! You can dine at one of the quick spots (Daisy’s De-lites serves salads, sandwiches, build-your-own bowls, fresh chopped fruit, and soups), Boiler Bites (hot dogs, mac n’ cheese, chicken tenders, fries, etc.), and Pinocchio’s (different types of pizza!), eat at the buffet (Cabana’s is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and they have EVERYTHING) or you can get room service. All of this is included. They also had a “fancy” coffee shop on board for specialty drinks, called Cove Coffee, and a quick coffee shop where you could also get super healthy smoothies. A couple of times, I ordered a smoothie with almond milk, vegan chocolate protein, kale, spinach, cinnamon, and ice. The specialty drinks and coffees are extra (so is alcohol), but I didn’t find it to be super overpriced. My smoothies were $5 when they’d usually be around $9 at Whole Foods. 
(Yes they totally put a Donald Duck on my decaf almond milk latte)
(Living the Mickey bar life)
For most of the days we were there, we did breakfast at Cabana’s – it was so nice to wake up and eat without having to order anything or wait for food to be cooked – lunch at Daisy’s (the girls would usually get sandwiches, or pizza from Pinocchio’s, and a giant fruit platter) and dinner at the sit-down restaurant.
Each of the sit-down restaurants had something magical about them. At Tiana’s, Tiana herself was actually there walking around (and the girl spoke exactly like her! She was wonderful) and live music, complete with a Louis crocodile playing the saxophone. Triton’s felt like the fanciest among the three (but you could still go in leggings and a Disney tee), and Animator’s Palace had Sorcerer Mickey one of the nights. They also gave us special placemats that we could draw people on, and they took the placemats from the entire restaurant and ANIMATED our drawings and had them dancing to a song on one of the many screens in the restaurant. It was so incredibly cool!
Entertainment on board:
They have full Broadway-style shows on board, including musicals, comedians, and musicians. We saw three live Disney shows on the ship, including the Golden Mickeys (my personal fave), Frozen, and Disney Dreams.
  They also have two movie theaters playing different movies (including new releases!) all day. The Pilot and Liv saw Captain Marvel, the Pilot saw a late show of Avengers: Endgame one evening, and we all saw the new Aladdin movie as a family. They also have a movie screen on the top deck, where you can lounge on chairs with blankets and eat soft serve ice cream while you watch a show. The ice cream machine was a HUGE hit with the girls. You can literally walk up and make yourself a cone at any point during the day.
We may or may not have played every single Bingo round on the ship. We didn’t get the 7k prize but did win a Disney cruise picnic blanket in one of the raffles.
We went to the gym pretty much every day! It was such a treat to work out together since that can rarely happen at home. We waited until after breakfast, so it wasn’t crowded, dropped the kiddos off at Kids Club, and got in a workout. 
Kids’ Club:
Kids Club was a game-changing experience. The girls absolutely loved it, and many nights after dinner, Liv was begging to go back! I felt like it was a perfect balance. The Pilot and I had a couple of hours together each day, and we still spent a ton of time together as a family. The girls usually went to Kids Club after breakfast while we worked out, and again in the late afternoon for an hour or so before dinner (usually while we played Bingo haha). 
They have three Kids Clubs on the Wonder: the nursery (for babies and toddlers who aren’t potty trained), and for older kids + potty trained over 3: the Oceaneer Lab, and the Oceaneer Club (which has a play structure inside). They also have a special area for teenagers (I think it’s called Edge). The kids can go from the Lab to the Club via a hallway, and they wear GPS Disney bands the entire trip. When they scanned our card to pick them up (you use one card for everything: to get into your room, to pay, to pick kids up), they can see on their screen exactly where your kids are. “Olivia and Penelope are in the Animator’s room on my left playing with hula hoops.” It was brilliant.
Characters often visited the Kids Club to play games and do activities with the kids. The girls saw Anna, Elsa, Stitch, the GI Joe guy from Toy Story, Captain Hook, and Belle, all in Kids Club. They baked cookies, did a Friendship Rocks show with Minnie and Mickey, had a luau party, and played so many fun games. We didn’t take advantage of this, but they’ll also feed your kids if they’re there during a meal! 
Room:
We went with the Deluxe Oceanview room, but for our next cruise, we’re getting a verandah since the difference is only a couple hundred dollars. This way, we can sit on the patio and drink wine after the girls are asleep.
We thought the couch was a regular pull-out bed for the girls to share, but turns out, it’s a bunk bed! Our Stateroom Host, Anissa, would transform it from couch to bunk beds every single day. 
Extra Disney touches:
There were definitely special Disney touches during the trip. Each night, we’d come back to the room, and during turndown service, Anissa would create towel animals and leave chocolates. One night, she completely changed the girls’ bedding to princess bedding, and they were STOKED.
The app was also fantastic. You can only connect to it when you’re on the ship’s Wifi, and it enables you to see exactly what’s going on all day, receive messages and updates (like your child can asked to be picked up from Kid’s Club and they’ll send you a message), and texting with others on the ship, complete with Disney emojis. It was extremely helpful, especially as first-timers. I always knew what shows and entertainment were available and could scope out dinner menus in advance. They also had full deck layouts and the weather in each of our stops available in the app.
One night, I lost a diamond earring. I was getting dressed and dropped it, and heard it clank around the room. I spent about 20 minutes searching but couldn’t find it. I let guest services know, just so they would make sure no one went in and vacuumed. When we went back to the room after dinner, I saw Anissa in the hallway and she said, “Your earring is on the glass tray by the closet.” She totally went in and found it for me!
One of the guest service team members chose us as their “special family” during the trip. (I’m not quite sure how this works but I think they each randomly select a family to surprise with goodies). Each afternoon, we’d come into the room from the day’s adventures or excursions and treats would be waiting for us. There were muffins, cheese boards, and cupcakes. It was amazing.
I was blown away by how many character greetings and events they had on the ship. The girls got to see maybe 4x the characters we see at the parks, with way shorter lines.
They also had dance parties (like the Pixar Pals party) in the atrium that were a blast.
Gratuities: 
This was something I didn’t know a lot about, so I’m posting it here in case anyone is taking a Disney cruise! While you’re on the ship, you don’t pay many gratuities. (I would just pay an extra couple bucks here and there for specialty drinks.) At the end of your trip, they charge your account around $13.50 per person per day. They split this amount between the different people who take care of you and scale it accordingly. (Like our head server got more of this amount that the assistant server who only got our drinks.) They also leave little envelopes if you want to tip extra. This way, you can be sure to tip an additional amount to the people who went above and beyond (and found earrings for you, etc.).
I’ll do another post with the excursions we chose + my packing list in case anyone is planning a similar cruise!
So, tell me friends: have you been on a cruise? What’s the #1 spot on your travel list?
xoxo
Gina
*This post isn’t sponsored in any way and we paid for all travel and accommodations. We used Costco Travel and highly recommend it! <3
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57 Gluten Free Frozen Dessert Recipes for Summer
New blog post! As summer creeps even closer, temperatures are finally rising (even in chilly Minnesota!), which has me craving cold treats even more than usual. And while I do love me some delicious vegan gluten free ice cream from the grocery store, sometimes I want to whip something up on my own, or to have a healthier dessert option...which is when I got the idea to round up some of the best gluten free frozen dessert recipes on the blogosphere! Some of these are healthier twists on a summer classic, like with banana ice cream. Others are decadent, allergy-friendly versions of people's favorite summer treats.
So whether you want a tasty way to cool off in the upcoming summer months, just love discovering new gluten free dessert ideas or want to find the best healthy dessert, I hope this frozen dessert round up will help make your summer even more refreshing and sweet than usual. Now the hard part: choosing which of these 57 gluten free dessert recipes do you want to dig into first!
1. Coconut Mocha Fudgesicles (Vegan) - Flavor the Moments
Only five ingredients stand between you and this dreamy vegan dessert.
2. Copycat Dole Whip (Dairy Free) - Seeing Dandy
Dole Whip outside of Walt Disney World? Dreams really have come true!
3. Cookie Dough Ice Cream (Paleo, Dairy Free, Refined Sugar Free) - Joy Food Sunshine
Honestly...I was sold as soon as I read "gluten free cookie dough."
4. Healthy Kefir Popsicles - My Cultured Palate
Give your belly a tasty dose of probiotics with these homemade popsicles made with kefir.
5. Super Easy Banana Peanut Butter Ice Cream Bars (Vegan) - A Virtual Vegan
Peanut butter, chocolate and bananas are always a winning combo, and these vegan ice cream bars are no exception.
6. Quick Key Lime Pie Icebox Cake (Keto Friendly) - Appetite for Energy
This easy gluten free dessert can be made in 30 minutes and is sure to win people over with its combo of tangy whipped cream and flaky almond crust.
7. No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake For One (Keto, Low Carb) - The Health Creative 
This is my kind of dreamy single-serving dessert...
8. No Churn Caramel Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips - Fearless Dining
If you don't have an ice cream machine but still want an ice-cream-parlor worthy treat, make this recipe from Fearless Dining and send Sandi a thank you email later!
9. One-Ingredient Coconut Granita (Paleo, Vegan, Refined Sugar Free) - The Baking Fairy
Gluten free dessert seriously can't get any easier than this one-ingredient granita.
10. Fro Yo Bark - Couple in the Kitchen
Turn your favorite yogurt into a crunchy, frozen treat with this super easy bark recipe.
11. Chocolate Superfood Smoothie Bowl (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac 
This is the most popular dessert smoothie recipe on my blog...and for good reason!
12. Mango Turmeric Freezer Lollipops (Dairy Free) - Salt In My Coffee
This healthy summer dessert is definitely one of the tastiest ways I've seen to enjoy turmeric!
13. Beet, Blood Orange and Lime Slushy Virgin Margarita - Just Beet It
If you don't drink a lot of alcohol (like me), this homemade virgin margarita recipe is the ideal summer adult drink.
14. Chewy Pumpkin Popcorn Balls (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac
This may not be your typical "frozen dessert" recipe, but everyone will love enjoying these cold, chewy energy balls you store in the freezer. Plus, you can't go wrong with a sweet and salty combo!
15. Salted Caramel Ice Cream Pie (Dairy Free) - Allergy Free Alaska 
Just when I thought homemade salted caramel ice cream couldn't get any tastier...
16. Chocolate Peanut Butter Low Carb Ice Cream Bars (Keto, Sugar Free) - Low Carb Yum
Ice cream bars just got a keto makeover.
17. Balsamic Berry Watermelon Popsicles (Vegan) - Recipes From a Pantry
This vegan gluten free dessert is the perfect way to (deliciously) use up leftover berries and watermelon, and it only takes 10 minutes to prep and pop in the freezer for later.
18. Chocolate Blueberry Nut Clusters (Vegan, Sugar Free) - Tasting Page
I don't know about you but nuts, chocolate and fruit are some of my favorite sweets, so this gluten free dessert is high on my to-do list!
19. Peach Sorbet (Dairy Free) - Chef Not Required 
If you need an easy gluten free dessert recipe, look no further! You only need three ingredients and one food processor.
20. Matcha Chocolate Popsicles (Sugar Free, Dairy Free) - A Hedgehog in the Kitchen
Who needs a matcha latte when you can have a matcha popsicle instead?
21. Ice Cream (Keto, Low Carb, Sugar Free) - Keto Cooking Christian
A hint of lime zest dresses up this classic coconut ice cream.
22. Cinnamon Fried Pineapple - Cooktoria
Okay...technically, this part of the gluten free dessert isn't "frozen" but these cinnamon fried pineapple pieces are the perfect toppings for frozen yogurt or ice cream!
23. Lemon Blueberry Nice Cream (Vegan, Paleo) - Meal Plan Addict
Lemon zest and juice add a pop of freshness to a creamy mix of blueberries and bananas. 
24. Greek Yogurt Blueberry Hemp Bites - Beekay Nutrition
This is my kind of "berry" delicious summer dessert! Plus, they're full of probiotics, antioxidants, fiber and Omega 3's and 6's.
25. Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars (Vegan) - Vegan Huggs
This is basically my favorite childhood dessert made gluten free, so how could I not include it in this summer dessert recipe round up?!?
26. Blackberry Cheesecake (Raw, Vegan) - One Clever Chef
Now this is one blue-tiful vegan dessert!
27. Quick, Healthy Coconut Tahini Freezer Fudge (Vegan, Nut Free) - Woman in Real Life 
I've recently fallen in love with tahini, so this vegan freezer fudge sounds like a dream come true.
28. No Churn Chocolate Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips - Mom Foodie
This gluten free chocolate ice cream recipe is as classic as it is delicious. Unlike your great grandmama's recipe, though, this one doesn't require an ice cream machine.
29. Creamy Blueberry Swirl Coconut Milk Popsicles (Vegan) - Occasionally Eggs 
This is one gluten free blueberry dessert that is almost too pretty to eat. Almost. ;)
30. Zucchini Bread Nana Ice Cream (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac
If you have a ton of zucchini to use up from your garden this summer, be sure to try this healthy dessert smoothie recipe of mine! You can't taste the frozen zucchini, but it will make your smoothie super thick and creamy...
31. Layered Watermelon Cake with Coconut Cream Frosting (Grain Free, Dairy Free, Vegan and Paleo Option) - Creative Green Living
Fresh watermelon covered in coconut cream "frosting" and extra fruit? Sign me up!
32. Unicorn Ice Cream (Vegan) - Nerdy Mamma 
Although I don't use food coloring regularly, this colorful homemade ice cream recipe would definitely be worth trying. If you want a gluten free dessert that will be sure to capture kids attention, I can't think of anything more fitting.
33. Cheesecake Squares with Salted Caramel (Vegan) - This Healthy Kitchen
Gluten free nuts and seeds have never tasted so good - especially when combined with apples and homemade salted caramel.
34. Keto Ice Cream Cake (Grain Free, Nut Free) - Fit to Serve
Just because you're eating a keto diet doesn't mean you still can't enjoy a gluten free ice cream cake.
35. Chocolate Peanut Butter Nice Cream (Keto, Low Carb) - Wholesome Yum
One big surprise in this nice cream recipe? It doesn't contain any bananas! Instead, it gets its creaminess from coconut milk, coconut oil and peanut butter.
36. Boozy Strawberry Rhubarb Granita - The Boozy Oyster
Gluten free tequila combines with sugar, rhubarb, strawberries and a few other ingredients to create one heck of a delicious chilled drink.
37. No Bake Mango Blackberry Cheesecake (Paleo, Vegan) - Savory Lotus 
If you want to be the absolute queen of summer entertaining, this gluten free vegan dessert is sure to blow people away! As always, just make sure you use gluten free, non-contaminated nuts and seeds for this cheesecake.
38. Dragon Fruit Nice Cream (Vegan, Paleo) - Living Fresh Daily
This hot pink vegan ice cream is made up entirely of fruit and can be whipped up in five minutes. What more could you want?
39. Peanut Butter Pie (Vegan, Grain Free, Refined Sugar Free, No Bake) - Rhian's Recipes 
You won't believe that this decadent gluten free pie is made with sweet potato and coconut yogurt!
40. No-Churn Red Wine, Strawberry & Salted Dark Chocolate Ice Cream - Pass Me Some Tasty
I'm not usually a big wine person, but this wine-infused ice cream would definitely convert me!
41. Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream Cake (Vegan) - Gluten Free Palate 
OMG. Just when I thought So Delicious's cashew ice cream couldn't get any more crazy delicious, Chrystal incorporated it into a gluten free and vegan ice cream cake...
42. Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream with Lavender (Sugar Free) - Happy Kitchen Rocks
Mascarpone cheese and ground lavender are two of the more surprising components in this five-ingredient dessert recipe.
43. Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies (Keto) - Peace, Love and Low Carb 
These keto cookies are easy to make and even easier to eat. Plus you can prep a bunch ahead of time and just keep them in the freezer until you're ready to enjoy.
44. Superfood Berry Banana Bites (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac
Sliced bananas and strawberries get a delicious upgrade with superfood toppings like a homemade vegan magic shell, hemp seeds, chia seeds and whatever other goodies your heart desires!
45. Mango Nice Cream Bars (Vegan) - Moon and Spoon and Yum
Nice cream gets a tropical twist with these healthier "ice cream bars" made of mango, nice cream and a chewy crust.  
46. Homemade Blueberry Swirl No Churn Ice Cream - The Organic Kitchen
Because there can never be too many gluten free blueberry dessert recipes to choose from...
47. Strawberry Ice Cream Pretzel Pie (Vegan) - Meaningful Eats 
Chocolate covered pretzels are tasty, but I bet this pretzel-based gluten free vegan dessert is even tastier.
48. Sweet & Salty Banana Ice Cream (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac
Because when you want ice cream but don't have a vegan pint in the freezer, frozen bananas with a few extra fixings can definitely do the trick.
49.  Mint Chocolate Popsicles (Vegan) - Curry Trail
If chocolate mint ice cream is your favorite dessert, you'll love this vegan, healthier version!
50. Kid Friendly Blueberry Kale Smoothie (Vegan) - Hot Pan Kitchen
Need a gluten free blueberry dessert that's on the healthier side? Even kids will love this easy smoothie recipe, which tastes sweet but is packed with vitamins and minerals.
51. No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream (Paleo, Vegan) - The Banana Diaries
Who knew that Japanese sweet potato could turn into the ideal frozen paleo dessert?
52. Strawberry Mousse (Vegan, AIP) - A Girl Worth Saving
This may not technically be a frozen dessert, but this chilled vegan mousse still makes for a refreshing summer treat.
53. Chocolate Avocado Nice Cream (Grain Free, Egg Free, Dairy Free, Refined Sugar Free) - Raia's Recipes
Nice cream is made even creamier and thicker than usual thanks to the addition of coconut milk and avocado.
54. No Churn Ice Cream Chocolate Cupcakes (Dairy Free, Oil Free, Refined Sugar Free) - Hungry Hobby 
No one will ever guess that these gluten free dairy free cupcakes are made of healthy ingredients like black beans and almond butter.
55. Strawberry Banana Popsicles - Amanda's Cookin'
You only need four ingredients, a blender, popsicle molds and popsicle sticks to whip up this classic strawberry banana dessert.
56.  Veggie-Packed Blueberry Pie Smoothie Bowl (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac
If you need a gluten free blueberry dessert that's cold and refreshing, look no further than this thick smoothie bowl.
57. Grapefruit and Honey Sorbet (Dairy Free) - Foodal 
For a unique dairy free dessert that will definitely get people talking, you can't go wrong with this sorbet, which features grapefruit, honey and crystalized ginger.
May Your Gluten Free Summer Desserts Be Tasty and Sweet...
Whatever adventures you get up to this summer, I hope you get the opportunity to try out a new gluten free dessert. Whether you're following a keto, vegan, paleo or refined sugar free diet, there is still a delicious dessert option out there for you - as this round up proves! And if anyone believes the old stereotype that all gluten free food is "bland" or "gross"...well, you now have plenty of summer desserts you can use to prove them wrong. ;) Which of these desserts would you make first? Tell me in the comments! 
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Disney Food News This Week: What’s NEW in the Disney Parks and More!
Happy weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week!
It’s time for another festival to start! Check out all the details on the 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts, which started January 18 and runs through February 25, including FULL menus and lots of food photos! Be sure to check out our Best of the Fest!
Disneyland’s Lunar New Year is in full swing! Check out ALL the food photos from every booth here!
And we’re starting to see those Disney World Skyliner cables being tested with REAL gondolas! You can also see a video of these in progress here on our instagram channel!
Plus…where to find THESE pineapple upside-down pancakes!
Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes
We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in…
Disney Food News
Menu updates at several locations in Disney Springs.
We shared details on when World of Color might return to Disney California Adventure.
We have updates on the construction at the NBA Experience and Jaleo’s Pepe.
We spotted more vintage attraction shirts in Disney Springs.
Check out the treats we spotted at Goofy’s Candy Company in Disney Springs.
We checked out what’s NEW in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
There’s a new sandwich at House of Blues just in time for Mardi Gras.
Disney World reusable shopping bags have arrived in Disney Springs.
Check out everything that’s NEW in Epcot this week.
See where you’ll find scented pillows at Disney World.
The Magical Birthday Sundae has returned to Ghirardelli in Disney Springs.
REAL Disney Skyliner gondolas are being tested at Disney World.
Rose Cake Pops have returned to Disneyland for Valentine’s Day.
We checked out the latest menu updates at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Disney has partnered with Mondo to create new merchandise lines.
Two new princess-themed cupcakes have arrived at Disney World.
We checked out the new menu at B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Company in Disney Springs.
Check out all of the new ‘it’s a small world’ merchandise at Disney World.
The Art Corner has opened in Disney Springs.
Dates and menus have been announced for the 2019 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic.
Check out the new Minnie Balloon Popcorn Bucket in Disneyland.
New mini donuts debuted in Disney Springs and they’re adorable.
We shared the possible closing date for Beaches and Cream at Disney’s Beach Club Resort.
More dates were added for the Early Morning Magic event at the Magic Kingdom.
We shared our five favorite snacks at Disney California Adventure.
Booking for Disney World’s Free Dining ends today!
We shared more details on the new lounge coming to the Disney Riviera Resort.
We spotted more Disney food jewelry that you’ll want to check out.
A fan favorite snack has gone missing from Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
We checked out two new cocktails – and souvenir glasses – at Trader Sam’s in Disneyland.
We shared what’s new this week in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Check out everything that’s new at the Magic Kingdom.
We reviewed the new breakfast and lunch at the recently reopened Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar and Grill. Check out the new menus here!
The full lineup was announced for the 2019 Garden Rocks Concert Series.
Disney California Adventure will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of ‘The Lion King.’
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is getting ready for Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy.
Check out the newest popcorn bucket at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Pink Minnie Caramel Apples have popped up at Disneyland.
Check out new Disney World merchandise that asks “what are you going to do next?”.
We spotted the Alex and Ani Passholder Bracelets at Disney World.
Reusable shopping bags have arrived at the Magic Kingdom.
Green Alien Popcorn Buckets are now in the Magic Kingdom.
Check out the new Mickey Bar Krispy Treat at the Magic Kingdom.
We checked out some incredible new pastries at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
New foot-long corn dogs are now at the Magic Kingdom.
Check out the new Star Wars Cookbook that’s available for pre-order.
We reviewed the Chocolate Cinnamon Sugar-Dusted Churro in Disneyland.
The Vanellope Eclair has returned to Gaston’s Tavern in the Magic Kingdom.
We spotted new construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
We reviewed the new Buffalo Chicken Hot Diggity Dog of the Month at Casey’s Corner.
We checked out the new Chocolate Covered Strawberry Shake at Disney’s All Star Movies Resort.
We reviewed Mickey’s Magical Sundae at Ghirardelli in Disneyland.
Disney World is testing smart speakers in some rooms at the Yacht and Beach Club Resorts.
We reviewed dinner at Whispering Canyon Cafe at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.
Disney Springs celebrated Nutella Day on February 5.
‘it’s a small world’ ears have arrived in Disneyland.
We reviewed Lobster Soup and a vegan hot dog at Harbour Galley in Disneyland.
Check out the Valentine’s Day sweets at The Ganachery in Disney Springs.
We shared how you can save big on the latest Danielle-Nicole handbag.
A ‘2319’ cupcake was available for just ONE day at Disney World.
We shared an update on the Shrunken Zombie Head mug at Trader Sam’s.
New DFB YouTube videos: Why You Need to Book a Solo Trip to Disney World ASAP, The 16 Most Expensive Disney World Snacks, Safe Bets for Counter Service Lunch at Disney World, and Disney Restrooms You Can’t Miss.
New DFB Video — The 16 Most Expensive Snacks at Disney World
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Deal of the Week: Order the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining
It’s time to order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2019 e-book!
With over 700 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started!
What’s in the DFB Guide?
The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of ALL the information you need to plan the BEST Disney World vacation.
We want your vacation to be stress-free!
The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full to overflowing with tools and features to make your trip go smoothly, including:
A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks.
A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience.
Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips!
Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning.
A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic.
The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket!
Here’s Just Some Of What We Updated In Our 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book:
Fully updated menus, prices, and restaurant info for 2019 visitors
Updated details about available discounts and deals at Disney World restaurants
DFB’s own 2019 recommendations for everything from table service to counter service to snacks and more
Over 700 pages of updated Disney Dining advice, details, and information
Disney Dining Plan Analysis — Is it right for your family? Can you really save money?
NEW Disney food and restaurant photos
Updated reviews of all Disney World restaurants, kiosks, bars, and lounges including all new eateries
An updated chapter focused on one of the most popular Disney dining topics: Snacks in the theme parks and resorts
A comprehensive section of What’s NEW in Disney Food, including new restaurants, new menus, restaurant closures, and more
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DFB Reader Finds
If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday.
We recently shared a review of the new menu items at Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort – and we asked our Twitter followers if they’d had a chance to check out any items! My good pal Eric Chu said he ordered the Pork Wings, Pork Belly Dashi Bowl, and Tuna Poke Bowl.
Kona Cafe items
We LOVE Mickey Beignets! DFB reader Katie says that upon her arrival at WDW, “Mickey Beignets were my first stop! Thanks Disney Food Blog for the suggestion!”
So good!
Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds.
On to the Round-Up!
Mickey Fix shared this super fun Trader Sam’s Shrunken Zombie Head Bag!
WDW for Grownups shared how to order coffee with character in Disney Springs.
Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for Cookies ‘n Cream Bread Pudding from Disneyland’s Get Your Ears On Celebration.
Disney Family shared a recipe for Mickey & Minnie Cookie Dough Crispy Pops for Valentine’s Day.
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Disney News This Week: EVERYTHING New At The Disney Parks!
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Gluten Free Chocolate Superfood Smoothie (Vegan, Healthy)
New blog post!
We've all probably dreamed of it: a gluten free and vegan breakfast that's good for you but tastes like dessert. Thanks to this Chocolate Superfood Smoothie Bowl, though, that dream can actually become a reality. 
Just imagine: a rich, thick and creamy chocolate smoothie, paired with crunchy gluten free granola, juicy berries, creamy nut butter and a healthy chocolate magic shell for good measure. I won't say this tastes exactly like ice cream...but this vegan smoothie bowl is pretty darn close! And, even better? It's packed with hidden veggies and superfoods so you really can eat it for breakfast every day. (Like I actually have been doing, on-and-off, for over a year). 
Ready to dive into this celiac's favorite chocolate breakfast? Start by gathering the ingredients for one serving: 
Ingredients:
1 ripe banana, chopped and frozen
Handful of strawberries, frozen
1 small zucchini, chopped (and optionally frozen)
Handful of spinach or other leafy greens
1 TBSP chia seeds 
1 spoonful of cacao powder (adjust to taste; I like about 1 tsp) 
1/2 tsp maca powder
Liberal shake of turmeric, cinnamon and vanilla extract 
Enough liquid to blend (use a vanilla Superfood tea like Numi Organic's Amber Sun  for a flavor and nutritional boost) 
As I mentioned in my mixed berry smoothie bowl recipe, one easy way to take your smoothie to the next level is putting the bowl you'll eat out of in the freezer during prep. This way, when your smoothie is done, the chilled bowl will keep it from melting as quickly! 
Making this chocolate smoothie bowl is as easy as layering the ingredients in a high-speed blender and blending! For best results, I add the liquid, spices, chia seeds and fresh fruit (if any) before adding the frozen portions into my blender. I also keep my liquid to a minimal for the thickest smoothie bowl possible. For a more drinkable consistency, simply add more liquid! 
One last tip: if you don't have a powerful blender to make this vegan smoothie bowl, you can also blend the ingredients fresh (versus frozen) and chill your smoothie bowl in the freezer until solidified. 
Once you've gotten your creamy chocolate smoothie bowl made and waiting for you in the freezer, you can work on the smoothie bowl toppings. Personally, I'm addicted to different textures in my smoothies. So, I top my Superfood Chocolate Smoothie Bowl with juicy berries, crunchy homemade vegan granola (like this one or this one), and creamy sunflower butter.
Want to take your vegan smoothie bowl to chocoholic levels? Add a healthy magic shell on top! All you have to do is mix some melted coconut oil with your choice of superfood powder, like cacao or maca. Pour the mix over your chocolate smoothie bowl, store your breakfast in the freezer for a few moments, and wala! A hard and crunchy magic shell! 
So why should you make this chocolate smoothie bowl over the hundreds of others online? 
You can get a serving of veggies, not to mention the antioxidants, Vitamin C and B and potassium from the zucchini. The best part? The zucchini doesn't have any flavor. It just makes your smoothie bowl extra thick and creamy! 
This chocolate smoothie bowl is packed with plant-based protein, fiber and healthy fats, thanks to chia seeds. Did you know chia seeds are respectively packed with more more omega-3, antioxidants, calcium, potassium, protein and fiber than salmon, blueberries, milk, bananas, soy beans and flax seeds? They really are the superfood version of sprinkles! 
You're loading up on superfood powders. While I don't believe superfoods are necessary for a healthy diet, their nutritional benefits certainly can't hurt. Maca powder helps balance hormones and boost energy levels; turmeric is a well-known anti-inflammatory; and cacao is the healthy cousin to processed cocoa powder. 
This gluten free chocolate smoothie is easy to digest thanks to the ripe banana and simple ingredient list. As long as you limit the toppings (or give yourself more time to digest), this chocolate smoothie is the perfect pre-workout motivator or post-workout treat!
Of course, you can also personalize this Chocolate Superfood Smoothie Bowl to your taste buds' delight. Add avocado for an even creamier texture and more healthy fats. Play with different fruits (like frozen orange slices, mixed berries or cantaloupe) for a berry or tropical base. You can even add more of my favorite vegetables for smoothies, like squash, frozen spinach, parsnip and sweet potato. 
And, of course, the more superfoods the merrier! To take your superfood dose to the next level, cut up a Health Warrior chia seed bar (a delicious company I'm now an ambassador for, by the way!) or an Aloha vegan protein bar to use as your smoothie bowl toppings. Homemade trail mix, goji berries, rainbow bliss balls or even my new addiction (dye-free rainbow coconut cookies) are also all fair game.
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Sometimes, it's not easy to balance healthy eating with a love for gluten free chocolate or chocolate smoothie bowls. However, as this recipe shows, healthy food can be just as decadent as unhealthy treats. You just have to find the right mix of tasty superfoods, fruits and veggies. 
And if you start eating this Superfood Chocolate Smoothie Bowl every day like I have done before? Well, I'll just say this: you're welcome and bon appetite! 
What's your favorite healthy breakfast that tastes like dessert? What would you top this gluten free chocolate smoothie bowl with? Tell me in the comments! 
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