Cacao Powder | Helen Jane | Your IBS Freedom https://www.youribsfreedom.com Empowering you to become IBS free, naturally, safely and quickly... Get in touch today to book your Free Gut Health Strategy Call Mon, 04 May 2026 15:01:36 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.13 https://www.youribsfreedom.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Logo-transparent-background-150x150.png Cacao Powder | Helen Jane | Your IBS Freedom https://www.youribsfreedom.com 32 32 Coconut Protein Balls https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/coconut-protein-balls/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 15:05:18 +0000 https://www.youribsfreedom.com/?post_type=recipe&p=6125 These sweet treats are really filling, feel like a naughty snack but are in fact high in protein and a really useful course of good healthy fats and really high in Iron and Potassium, so perfect to strengthen your immune system and keep you feeling satisfied. Plus they are really fun to make! Coconut Protein […]

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]]> These sweet treats are really filling, feel like a naughty snack but are in fact high in protein and a really useful course of good healthy fats and really high in Iron and Potassium, so perfect to strengthen your immune system and keep you feeling satisfied. Plus they are really fun to make!
Coconut Protein Balls
Servings20 portions
Prep Time15 minutes
Passive Time2 hours
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. MIx half of the desiccated coconut and all other ingredients in a bowl. The consistency wants to be moist, not too dry, not too wet. So that you can form little balls in the palm of your hands. If too wet, add more Cocao powder and Coconut. If too dry, add more oil and peanut butter.
  2. Roll the mixture into even sized balls and lat them on a baking tray. Once you have used all the mixture, sprinkle the remaining coconut over the your protein balls and roll them around so that it sticks to the surface. Then leave in the fridge to set.
  3. I bag these up in groups of 5 and put them in the freezer to take out as and when I want them. They last for up to 3 months in the freezer and up to 10 days in the fridge.

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]]> Berry Smoothie https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/berry-smoothie/ Wed, 29 Mar 2023 10:36:05 +0000 https://www.youribsfreedom.com/?post_type=recipe&p=5281 Sometimes I prefer a smoothie to a breakfast and when the sun starts shining I really like to utilise last years frozen berry’s to make this spring time smoothie. Full of antioxidants this gorgeous treat will help ego undo all the excesses of winter and it tastes amazing. Also useful for recurring UTI’s as I […]

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]]> Sometimes I prefer a smoothie to a breakfast and when the sun starts shining I really like to utilise last years frozen berry’s to make this spring time smoothie. Full of antioxidants this gorgeous treat will help ego undo all the excesses of winter and it tastes amazing.

Also useful for recurring UTI’s as I add cranberry powder and berries are renowned for healing the bladder.

Berry Smoothie
Servings1 person
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Add everything to your blender (I use a Nutri-Bullet) blend until creamy and enjoy.

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]]> Healthy Brownies https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/healthy-brownies/ https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/healthy-brownies/#respond Thu, 12 May 2022 13:21:40 +0000 https://www.theibscoach.com/?post_type=recipe&p=4285 I have been meaning to try this recipe for ages and now I have, it will be a firm favourite! A bit time consuming but actually they were really simple to make! Handy if you are working from home, or at the weekend when you are less busy with other things. And they are very […]

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]]> I have been meaning to try this recipe for ages and now I have, it will be a firm favourite! A bit time consuming but actually they were really simple to make! Handy if you are working from home, or at the weekend when you are less busy with other things. And they are very tasty and healthy!

They will keep in the fridge for 3 – 4 days or you can batch some up for freezing and take out a portion when you get the urge for a sweet treat, or have guests over.

IBS Free Brownies
Servings6 portions
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time70 minutes
Passive Time90 minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Cook the potatoes whole in the oven and scoop out the flesh. Mash this up into a bowl until smooth. Leave in the fridge to cool for 30 - 60 minutes.
  2. Add the egg and maple syrup and combine until well mixed.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients together along with the flavouring. I used DF chocolate chips and a little cinnamon for these but can't wait to try orange zest and orange oil flavouring for the next batch.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients. Mix well. Layer this into a roasting or baking tray with at least 1 inch edge to it on top of greaseproof paper.
  5. Bake in the oven for around 25 minutes and then leave to cool for about an hour (this is the hardest bit as they smell so good).
  6. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve with DF cream or DF ice-cream of your choice.

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]]> https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/healthy-brownies/feed/ 0 Sweet Snack Balls https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/sweet-snack-balls/ https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/sweet-snack-balls/#respond Thu, 28 Apr 2022 19:29:45 +0000 https://www.theibscoach.com/?post_type=recipe&p=4204 These are so simple and therapeutic to make. You can feel the energy you put into each one and know you are going to get this back tenfold. You can make them into whatever flavour you chose but I opted for nice squishy sultanas in this recipe. Sweet Snack Balls CourseSweet Treats CuisineDairy & Gluten […]

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]]> These are so simple and therapeutic to make. You can feel the energy you put into each one and know you are going to get this back tenfold. You can make them into whatever flavour you chose but I opted for nice squishy sultanas in this recipe.
Sweet Snack Balls
Servings10 servings
Prep Time10 minutes
Passive Time2 hours
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Put the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir.
  2. add in the fat and syrup and combine. It should form a sticky ball that is easy to roll into a ball and keep its shape. If it still feels a little dry, add some oat milk (or your favourite dairy free milk) until you get the desired consistency.
  3. Roll into balls and lay out on a baking tray with greaseproof paper. Pop these in the fridge for a couple of hours to harden. Once they are set you can keep them for up to a week or freeze a few for future reference (separate them using greaseproof paper or using mini cupcake papers so they don't stick together when freezing).

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]]> https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/sweet-snack-balls/feed/ 0 Choccy Pancakes https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/choccy-pancakes/ https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/choccy-pancakes/#respond Thu, 24 Mar 2022 13:45:48 +0000 https://www.theibscoach.com/?post_type=recipe&p=1622 We all like something sweet and why not start the day with a healthy bit of chocolate guilt free. These pancakes are easy to make, gluten free, dairy free but certainly not fun free. This will put a smile on your face for the rest of the day. Chocolate Pancakes for Brekkie? CourseBreakfasts CuisineDairy & […]

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]]> We all like something sweet and why not start the day with a healthy bit of chocolate guilt free.

These pancakes are easy to make, gluten free, dairy free but certainly not fun free. This will put a smile on your face for the rest of the day.

Chocolate Pancakes for Brekkie?
Servings2 people
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes (optional)
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Mix the eggs, cacao powder and buckwheat together in a bowl until a good consistency.
  2. The banana can be added to this mixture if desired.
  3. Heat some butter in a small saucepan or pancake pan and pour in 1/6th of the mixture or 2 to 3 tablespoons.
  4. Cook for up to 1 minute each side or until cooked through.
  5. Serve on a warm plate with a knob of butter and maple syrup drizzled over the top.
  6. Dust some cacao powder over the top and this recipe also works well with additional fruit such as berries.
Recipe Notes

Who doesn't want chocolate for breakfast? When you are reintroducing foods this recipe is great. Just dont overdose it and have sweet things too often. Keep them as a special weekend treat!

#IBSFree Food

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]]> https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/choccy-pancakes/feed/ 0 Chocolate Love Hearts https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/chocolate-love-hearts/ https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/chocolate-love-hearts/#respond Fri, 24 Dec 2021 11:45:55 +0000 https://www.theibscoach.com/?post_type=recipe&p=993 Making these chocolates could not be any simpler. It is actually easier to make these delicious ‘good for you’ chocolates than it is to get your shoes on and go to the shops to buy some ‘bad for you’ dairy, sugar and preservative filled snack. Not only that but these chocolates come complete with a host […]

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]]> Making these chocolates could not be any simpler.

It is actually easier to make these delicious ‘good for you’ chocolates than it is to get your shoes on and go to the shops to buy some ‘bad for you’ dairy, sugar and preservative filled snack.

Not only that but these chocolates come complete with a host of B Vits and Vitamins E and K with Minerals such as Calcium, Iron and Potassium, Healthy Fats, Antioxidants and organic sugars to keep you energised.

Chocolate Love Hearts
You can add whichever type of dried fruit or nuts that take your fancy. For our recipe we have used dried cranberries and crushed pecans.
Servings12 people
Prep Time5 minutes
Passive Time1 hour
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Mix the cacao powder, melted coconut oil and honey together to form the chocolate base.
  2. Add in your favourite flavourings. Raisins, dried blueberries, cranberries, almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts and pecans are all really nice in whichever combination you desire.
  3. You could try Peppermint oil, Orange zest or even a small drop of Chilli oil. Sea salt and Lime is also a great choice. The choice is yours with whatever flavour takes your fancy.
  4. Stir your flavours into the chocolate base and either pour into the chocolate mould or spread flat onto a baking tray.
  5. Then simply put into the freezer for 1 hour.
  6. Once cooled, take the chocolates out of the moulds and dust with cacao powder and serve. Or break into chunks, dust and serve.
  7. These will last for 3 - 4 days in the fridge (although I doubt there will be any left)!
Recipe Notes

These are SO good but not calorie free and of course do contain natural sugars. So be careful and don't eat too many.

#IBSFreeFood

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]]> https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/chocolate-love-hearts/feed/ 0 Chocolate Mousse https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/chocolate-mousse/ https://www.youribsfreedom.com/recipe/chocolate-mousse/#respond Sun, 24 Oct 2021 11:35:47 +0000 https://www.theibscoach.com/?post_type=recipe&p=1016 Famously known as ‘chocolate mouse’ for some time on my website due to my embarrassing typo, this recipe still remains a firm favourite amongst my IBS clients. And me… Simple, versatile and easy to make and utterly divine these chocolate mousses contain just 4 main ingredients and you can add anything else you want to […]

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]]> Famously known as ‘chocolate mouse’ for some time on my website due to my embarrassing typo, this recipe still remains a firm favourite amongst my IBS clients. And me…

Simple, versatile and easy to make and utterly divine these chocolate mousses contain just 4 main ingredients and you can add anything else you want to taste.

Chocolate Mousse
Servings2 people
Prep Time10 minutes
Passive Time30 minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Scoop out the cream from the top of the coconut milk can (you wont need the coconut milk but this can be used in soups or curries - see Sweet Potato Soup recipe).
  2. Whisk up the coconut cream and and cacao powder.
  3. Add in the honey and vanilla extract.
  4. Continue to whisk until light and fluffy.
  5. Fold into serving bowels and sprinkle over your topping of choice (we have used crushed dried raspberries, but you could try peppermint oil, orange zest, nuts or whatever takes your fancy.
  6. Put these into the fridge for 30 minutes and serve!
Recipe Notes

This desert is not always as naughty as it looks. The coconut cream is calorific of course but the calories it contains are bursting with minerals such as Potassium, Iron and Magnesium along with some dietary fibre and Calcium whilst being rich in Carbohydrates which is the bodies preferred energy supply. Still use as an occasional treat.

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