Author Archives: dardreams

Low Carb No-Bake Fudgy Cookies

These yummy cookies are similar to my Low Carb No-Bake Chocolate Cookies, but they are chewier and larger. Low Carb No-Bake Fudgy Cookies 1 square (1 oz)  unsweetened baking chocolate 2 tablespoons salted butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 cup + 1 … Continue reading

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Low Carb Chia Dessert Crepes Picture

Picture of Low Carb Chia Dessert Crepes.

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Low Carb Chocolate Sour Cream Filling

This chocolate filling is great for my Low Carb Chia Dessert Crepes, but it could also be eaten as a pudding. Low Carb Chocolate Sour Cream Filling 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons Hershey’s Unsweetened Cocoa 2 tablespoons powdered erythritol … Continue reading

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Low Carb Sour Cream Topping

I created this slightly sour, slightly sweet topping for my Low Carb Chia Dessert Crepes, but you can use it to top other treats, too. Low Carb Sour Cream Topping 1/4 cup sour cream 1/8 cup powdered erythritol 1/4 teaspoon vanilla … Continue reading

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Low Carb Berry Filling

This makes a great filling for my Low Carb Chia Dessert Crepes.  The whole chia seeds make realistic berry seeds. Low Carb Berry Filling 1/2 cup Huckleberry Da Vinci Sugar-Free Syrup* 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon powdered erythritol 1/2 teaspoon … Continue reading

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Low Carb Chia Dessert Crepes

Whether called a crepe, tortita, palacsinta, blintz, dosa, or another name, most cultures have their own version of thin wrappers for yummy fillings. This is my low carb version of a dessert crepe made with chia seeds.  You can wrap them around … Continue reading

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A Decade of Delicious Low Carb Living

Ten years ago this month, I discovered I had developed Type 2 diabetes despite eating what “they” said would prevent it (low fat, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables) after having gestational diabetes.  Through research and being my own guinea pig, I … Continue reading

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Low Carb No-Bake Chocolate Cookies Picture

Low Carb No-Bake Chocolate Cookies recipe.

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Low Carb No-Bake Chocolate Cookies

My hubby buys no-bake chocolate cookies and after seeing and smelling them for a long time, I decided to make a low carb version that I can enjoy.  These practically melt in your mouth! Low Carb No-Bake Chocolate Cookies 1 … Continue reading

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Happy Valentine’s Day 2013!

I don’t know about you, but I drool when I see all the boxes of chocolates this time of year.  But you know what?  I don’t have to damage my body to enjoy chocolate today or any other day…  I … Continue reading

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