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These no-bake "Nutella" Bliss Balls are decadent and oh so satisfying with that wonderful rich hazelnut & chocolate flavour. They are super easy to make in the blender and great for snacks or breakfast on-the-go. Fortunately, they also happen to be low-carb and free of refined sugar, grain and dairy, but packed with fibre, protein, healthy fats, and adaptogens, too! The "adaptogenic" boost in this recipe comes from maca. Natural adaptogens are believed to help the body regulate cortisol levels and deal with stress. Touted as an "Incan superfood", maca has been used for millennia to increase stamina and endurance. Consumption may help relieve anxiety while simultaneously boosting mood, energy, concentration, and even libido and sexual function. Maca has a slightly earthy, butterscotch taste that blends well with chocolate and hazelnut. "Nutella" Bliss Balls EASY | SERVES 10 BALLS Ingredients: 1 cup raw hazelnuts 1/2 cup unsweetened desiccated coconut 2 scoops Organika Enhanced Collagen peptides (omit for vegan) 1/4 cup raw cacao powder 2 Tbsp chia seeds 1 Tbsp Organika Gelatinized Maca powder 1/8 tsp sea salt 2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted pure stevia or raw honey (nonvegan) to taste 2 Tbsp raw cacao nibs optional toppings: additional cacao nibs or finely chopped hazelnuts Directions: Preheat oven to 400F. Spread hazelnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and put in oven. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes so they toast evenly. Allow to cool. Put cooled hazelnuts, coconut, collagen, cacao, chia seeds, maca, and salt into blender container. Blend until well-chopped. Add coconut oil and blend until a uniform paste is created, scraping the sides and bottom with a rubber spatula as needed. Sweeten with stevia or honey as desired. Add cacao nibs and pulse-blend or stir until well-mixed but texture is maintained (so the nibs provide some crunch). Scrape mixture onto a plate or parchment paper. Roll into balls. Once the balls are formed, roll in cacao nibs or finely chopped nuts as desired. Enjoy as-is or store in an air-tight container in the fridge for a week, or the freezer for up to 2 months. By: Dr. Tara Sunshine (@drtarasunshine) Tara is an avid traveller, fitness enthusiast, and aspiring chef who endeavours to inspire others to experience the joy & richness of life.

I’ve been adding collagen powder to my coffee and smoothies for quite some time now, but recently I decided to take things a step further by incorporating it into my baking. As both a nutritionist and a recipe developer, I absolutely love creating dishes that don’t just taste amazing—they also offer added wellness benefits. There’s something incredibly satisfying about turning an everyday treat into something that supports your health at the same time. When I started brainstorming recipe ideas using Chocolate Enhanced Collagen, the first thing that came to mind was chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting. It felt like the perfect match. After all, if you’re already working with chocolate, why not double down on the flavour? The richer, the better! Adding collagen to a dessert may sound unexpected, but it blends effortlessly into the batter while enhancing the nutritional value. That’s a win-win in my book. These cupcakes turned out better than I could have imagined. The batter comes together quickly and easily, making them a great option for beginner bakers or anyone craving something sweet without a lot of fuss. The final result? Decadent, moist chocolate cupcakes that feel indulgent but still align with your wellness goals. To make them accessible to even more people, I kept the recipe gluten-free and dairy-free, and I used coconut sugar instead of refined sugar. You’re welcome! One of my favourite parts of this whole process was taste-testing along the way—strictly for quality control, of course. Someone has to make sure everything is delicious, right? I truly hope you enjoy these cupcakes as much as I did. Whether you're sharing them with friends, serving them at an event, or savouring one with your afternoon coffee, they’re the kind of treat that makes wellness feel fun, flavourful, and completely satisfying.

Cake for one, in one minute! This personal-sized, mini mug-cake is a delicious way to treat yourself at the end of the day or to satisfy that mid-afternoon craving. Deliciously gooey chocolate flavour made with good-for-you collagen in a cup!