Deserts
Baked Toffee Apples – 1 apple thinly sliced, 1 tsp. ground cinnamon, 1tsp stevia, ¼ tsp. nutmeg, 1 tbsp. water, English toffee stevia. Combine all dry ingredients in a small mixing bowl and mix well. Place the liquids into a small plastic zip bag along with apple slices and seal. Shake well, lay flat in baking dish and bake at 350 for 25 – 30 minutes until desired doneness.
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4-6 medium strawberries Approximately 3 cubes of ice Any powdered or flavored stevia to taste ½ teaspoon vanilla powder or cocoa (optional) 2 tablespoons lemon juice ¼ cup water Blend ingredients together until smooth. Pour into a dish or Popsicle molds and freeze until firm. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Phase 3 modifications: Add half and half or cream and whipped egg whites. Mix in chopped nuts and freeze for an ice cream style dessert.  Orange or Lemon Pops Juice of ½ lemon or 1 small orange juiced Powdered stevia to taste Mix stevia to taste into lemon or orange juice. Pour into Popsicle molds and freeze. Makes one serving (1 fruit)  Apple Chips 1 apple Dash of cinnamon Stevia to taste Slice apples thinly, coat with stevia and cinnamon. Place in a dehydrator or bake at 325 until chewy and a little crispy. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Apple Cookies Pulp from 1 apple 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon vanilla powder Stevia to taste 1 tablespoon lemon juice Mix pulp from 1 apple (use juice for a virgin apple martini) Mix with stevia and spices and form into cookies (1-2). Bake the cookies for approximately 15-20 minutes or until slightly brown. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Phase 3 modifications: Add chopped walnuts or pecan meal and a little butter to the apple mixture then bake. Iced and Spiced Orange Slices 1 orange sliced or segmented 2 tablespoons lemon juice ¼ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon powdered vanilla Pinch of nutmeg to taste Pinch of powdered clove to taste Pinch of cardamom to taste Powdered stevia to taste Mix powdered spices and stevia together. Dip orange slices in lemon juice and dredge with spice mixture. Freeze until firm. Variations: substitute strawberry or apple slices. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Apple Slices with Cinnamon Sauce 1 apple sliced 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1-2 teaspoons cinnamon Dash of nutmeg Powdered stevia to taste In the microwave or small saucepan heat the liquid and spice ingredients together stirring constantly. Serve in a small dipping bowl and serve with chilled apple slices or other fruit. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Phase 3 modifications: Dissolve spices in lemon juice. Whisk in small cubes of cold butter to make a sauce. Add rum extract or vanilla. Sauté apple slices in spiced butter mixture. Fruit with Warm Vanilla Sauce Your choice of allowed fruit 1 tablespoon vanilla powder 2 tablespoons lemon juice ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar Powdered stevia to taste In a small saucepan or dipping bowl stir stevia and vanilla powder into lemon juice and vinegar. Heat the sauce on the stove or in the microwave. Pour into a dipping bowl. Dip fresh fruit into the warm sauce and enjoy. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Phase 3 modifications: Stir in 1 tablespoon of cold butter cut into small cubes and whisk quickly until blended. Or add a small amount of cream and omit the lemon juice. Add a little cinnamon or rum extract for added flavor. Caramel Apple Pie 1 apple 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon water 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1 packet powdered stevia 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg 1 tablespoon water English toffee stevia to taste Slice apple into very thin slices. Arrange in layers in a round 3 inch crème Brule dish. For each layer, sprinkle generously with cinnamon, nutmeg, and powdered and English toffee stevia. Continue layering with spices until dish is full. Sprinkle lemon juice, apple cider vinegar and water over the apple slices. Bake at 375 for approximately 20-25 minutes or until apples are cooked and top is slightly crispy. Drizzle with additional English toffee stevia if desired. Serve warm. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Phase 3 modifications: Add a small amount of melted butter to the mixture and top with a tablespoon of chopped walnuts or pecans. Warm Spiced Oranges One orange sliced or segmented 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Dash of cloves Dash of nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon powdered vanilla Stevia to taste (powdered or flavored liquid) Mix spices with lemon juice and stevia. Warm slightly in saucepan and add oranges. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Serve hot or chilled. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Frozen Grapefruit Spears ½ grapefruit in slices or segments 2 tablespoons lemon juice Pinch of lemon zest Powdered stevia to taste Dip grapefruit chunks in lemon juice and coat with stevia and lemon zest. Freeze until firm and enjoy as an icy treat. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Iced Cocoa Strawberries 4-6 medium strawberries 1 tablespoon dry defatted cocoa (Wondercocoa) Powdered stevia to taste Mix cocoa and stevia together. Slice strawberries and dip in cocoa mixture. Place on wax or parchment paper and freeze until firm. Variations: Use orange segments. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Warm Strawberry Compote 1 serving fresh sliced strawberries 2 tablespoons lemon juice Dash of cinnamon Dash of nutmeg Dash of cayenne Dash of salt Vanilla or dark chocolate stevia to taste In a small saucepan, combine ingredients and stir thoroughly. Sauté on medium heat until warm and bubbly and a sauce develops. Serve warm in a bowl. Garnish with mint. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Phase 3 modifications: Omit the lemon juice and stir in 2 tablespoons cream cheese or heavy cream. Top with chopped roasted nuts or phase 3 chocolate crumbles (see phase 3 bonus report). Applesauce with Cinnamon 1 apple ½ teaspoon cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg Powdered stevia to taste Peel and puree apple in a food processor. Add in cinnamon and stevia to taste. Serve chilled. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) Dark Chocolate Flavored Strawberry or Orange Slices 1 orange peeled and sliced or handful of strawberries sliced Dark chocolate stevia extract Arrange orange or strawberry slices in a bowl. Drizzle dark chocolate stevia over the slices and serve chilled. Garnish with mint if desired. Makes 1 serving (1 fruit) |
