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Dates are often hyped during pregnancy for their potential role in labor prep, but in my experience the blood sugar spike can outweigh the benefits—especially if you’re insulin resistant or managing gestational diabetes. I like to think of dates as dessert, not a supplement. That said, when you’re craving something sweet and a little indulgent, these little bites hit the mark. They taste like raw chocolate chip cookie dough: rich, vanilla-y, and lightly salted, with a chocolate dip that takes them over the top. Treat the recipe like you would a cookie and play around with chopped nuts, bee pollen, or toasted shredded coconut.
2 tablespoons maple syrup
½ cup coconut flour
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
5 tablespoons coconut oil, melted and divided
¼ cup plain collagen or protein powder of choice
½ teaspoon salt
18 Medjool dates, pitted
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons coconut milk or raw milk
2 teaspoons flaky sea salt, for garnish
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Dates are often hyped during pregnancy for their potential role in labor prep, but in my experience the blood sugar spike can outweigh the benefits—especially if you’re insulin resistant or managing gestational diabetes. I like to think of dates as dessert, not a supplement. That said, when you’re craving something sweet and a little indulgent, these little bites hit the mark. They taste like raw chocolate chip cookie dough: rich, vanilla-y, and lightly salted, with a chocolate dip that takes them over the top. Treat the recipe like you would a cookie and play around with chopped nuts, bee pollen, or toasted shredded coconut.
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