Jump into the holiday baking spirit with this festive flavored recipe! These Cranberry Blondies with Collagen are gluten free and a healthy alternative to some of your traditional baked goods.
The following are a few of the key ingredients and why they make this recipe so amazing!
- Maple syrup is a great natural sweetener to add to baked goods. It adds just enough sweetness, so you can ditch those refined or artificial sweeteners! Because it is natural, it will not spike your blood sugar as high as the alternative options would. It also contains antioxidants and minerals that are good for your body.
- Almond butter is a primary ingredient in these blondies and has a very nutrient dense profile. It provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which help reduce the risk of heart disease. It is also rich in vitamin E, magnesium, and fiber, which all contribute to overall health.
- In addition to almond butter, the almond flour also contains fiber and vitamin E. It is also lower in carbohydrates and higher in healthy fats than traditional flour, which is perfect if you are aiming for a low-carb diet. Of course almond flour also makes this recipe a great option for those with gluten allergies.
- Cranberries are a festive highlight to this recipe and also have some great health benefits. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, vitamin K and manganese, which help to reduce inflammation in the body, as well as protect against chronic diseases. They are high in fiber so they are also helping to promote healthy digestion. They also contain vitamin C, which will help boost the immune system.
- Renewed Health’s Collagen is a perfect additive to your recipe because of the multiple health benefits it provides. It is not only super easy to add and a great source of protein, but it also is great for gut health and digestion support, hair, skin and nails, as well as bone and joint health.
You can't go wrong with baking these delicious cranberry blondies this season. They are bound to be a crowd pleaser, and a sweet treat you don’t need to feel guilty about enjoying!
Ingredients:
Blondies
- ½ cup of unsalted creamy almond butter
- ¼ cup of maple syrup
- 1 pasture-raised egg
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of almond flour
- 1 scoop of Renewed Health’s Collagen
- ¼ tsp of fine grain sea salt
- ½ tsp of baking soda
- Zest of one orange
- ⅔ cup of dried cranberries
- ⅔ cup of white chocolate chips
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese (dairy free if desired)
- ⅔ cup of powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the almond butter, maple syrup, egg, vanilla extract, almond flour, slat, baking soda, collagen and orange zest until smooth.
- Stir in ⅓ cup of dried cranberries and ⅓ cup of white chocolate chips.
- Line a 8x8 pan with parchment paper and pour the mixture in until evenly spread throughout.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the edges are slightly brown. Let sit and cool in the pan.
- To make the cream cheese frosting, mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar together with a hand mixer until light and fluffy.
- Take the blondies out of the pan and spread the cream cheese frosting on top.
- Cut the blondies in half and then in half again to make 4 big squares. Then, cut each diagonal to make 8 scone shaped triangles.
- Sprinkle the remaining dried cranberries on top.
- Melt the remaining white chocolate chips in the microwave in 15 second intervals until melted and then drizzle on top.
- Enjoy! They can also be stored in the fridge.