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Gluten Free Muesli Energy Bites Recipe {NO Bake, VEGAN}

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by Lindsay Cotter Published: Jan 11, 2016

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No Bake Gluten Free Muesli Energy Bites Recipe! This gluten free muesli bite recipe is super simple to make, vegan friendly, and a must make for healthy snacking.  Homemade cranberry energy bites ready in no time! 

Several gluten-free muesli energy bites rolled to bite-size piled high in a parchment-covered bowl

Good Monday Morning to ya friends! Well, today’s gonna be a good day. Yes, Healthy Bite recipes and giveaways are back in action for 2016! And to kick it off, I have one of my original gluten free energy bites recipes to share, plus a pretty nifty giveaway! Yep, Gluten Free Muesli Energy Bites with Cranberries. But there’s more to these gluten free muesli energy bites that make them just bites and just snacky. You’ll like my “extras” I included in the recipe too, I promise.

But first, the story of how these gluten free muesli bites came about and why. Because, let’s face it, every bite recipe creation needs a good back story, right?

Close up view of no-bake Muesli Energy Bites rolled to bite-size with dried cranberries poking from the bites

So in our first year of marriage to the kiwi, back in 2008, I had just been diagnosed with gluten sensitivity. At that time, the states did not have many gluten free options. And gluten free muesli (which was our favorite breakfast) did not exist. AT ALL! It wasn’t until we visited New Zealand again (I think it was my second time there), that I discovered a WHOLE ARRAY of specific gluten free foods, restaurants, etc. You see, Celiac was (and still is) more prevalent in New Zealand, so they are used to accommodating to those on a gluten free diet. That being said, you can imagine the excitement when I discovered multiple types of gluten free cereals/oats/bars, etc. And then…. I tried to pack them all in my suitcase to bring back to the states, but unfortunately, I didn’t have enough room.  Darn!

So instead, I took note of the ingredients and promised myself I’d try making my own version of these gluten free goodies once we arrived back home. Hence these gluten free muesli energy bites. One of my very first HEALTHY BITE recipes. And one of our favorite energy bites for proper fuel, breakfast, etc.

Okay, so you ready to find out what is in them and how to make these SUPER HEALTHY gluten free muesli energy bites?

Well, for one, muesli is a cereal consisting of grains (raw), nuts, dried fruit, and seeds. But in order to make these gluten free, we are using raw gluten free oats  and combining them with almond flakes/slivers. The key here to blend (in a Vitamix) them together to make one base.

raw gluten-free oats blended to coarse texture in a high speed blender

Then you can add in your dried fruit, nuts, and seeds. For this gluten free muesli, we are using pumpkin seeds, almond meal, and dried cranberries/berries. All of these are naturally sweetened and then spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a little sea salt. It smells heavenly!

Once you make your gluten free muesli mix, you can them combine it creamy almond butter, honey or agave nectar, sea salt, and pure vanilla. I’ve also made these with sunflower seed butter. I wouldn’t use peanut butter as it takes away the perfectly sweetened and spiced muesli. Just so you know.

Overhead view of Muesli Energy Bites with dried cranberries and raw pepitas in each bite-size round ball; in a parchment-covered bowl.

Simple, yes. But you will also be surprised at how much flavor and texture comes out of this little bite! All due to the “blending” process.

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Gluten Free Cranberry Muesli Energy Bites


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  • Total Time: 11 minutes
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Gluten Free Cranberry Muesli Energy Bites (Vegan, NO Bake)


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • ¾ to 1 cup gluten free oats (use 1 cup if batter is too wet after mixing)
  • ¼ cup sliced almond
  • ½ c coconut flour – about 72 grams weighed (see notes for other options)
  • ⅓ cup almond butter (sunflower seed)
  • 2–3 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
  • ⅓ cup dried cranberries or berries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • Dash of sea salt
  • ¼ cup honey or agave nectar

Instructions

  1. First, combine the oats and almonds in a high-blender. Pulse until almonds and oats are fine-texture, but not ground.
  2. Next, in large bowl, add in all the dry ingredients. Mix together.
  3. Add almond butter and honey and mix with a spoon. Then add vanilla. Mix again, using your hands if needed. (It’s easier using your hands to mix after a certain point.)
  4. Roll dough into bite size balls. Roughly 2 tablespoons or 18 grams each. Place on a parchment-covered baking sheet. Makes between 20-22 balls.
  5. Freeze or keep in refrigerator to maintain freshness.

Notes

If you don’t have coconut flour, you can use protein powder or peanut flour but make sure it’s the same grams and very fine.

Serving size: 1 Calories: 75 Fat: 3.7 Saturated fat: 0.4 Carbohydrates: 9 Sugar: 3 Fiber: 2.5 Protein: 2.7

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 1 min

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And speaking of blending…. guess who got an upgrade on her blender? Yes, my vitamix got an upgrade! Are you seeing what I’m seeing? That would be a Vitamix 780 touch screen. Let’s just say Santa thought I was a really good girl this year and delivered it right on time.

vitamix 780 pro series

But in all seriousness friends, I don’t think I could have been able to keep Healthy Bites going (for 7 years now) without a high quality reliable kitchen appliance, such as a Vitamix.  I’ve used a vitamix to make all varieties of Healthy Bites for over 5 years now and you better believe I will continue! Because like I mentioned, blending and CONSISTENCY are key for perfect bites.

No Bake Cranberry Muesli Energy Bites made with almond butter rolled to bite-size balls in a parchment-covered bowl

In order to show my appreciation for all of you who have continued to support Healthy Bites, I’m giving away a batch PLUS A VITAMIX! Vitamix has been so gracious and offered one of my readers and supporters a chance to win their Vitamix 5200. This is an amazing device! This series is was what I first started off with and is the perfect universal tool for your kitchen. You know, so you can make all the healthy bites. Wink Wink.

vitamix 5200 series

2 winners –> One for the batch of Healthy Bites and one for the Vitamix. Sound good?

Here’s how to enter and how to win!

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I truly hope to take Healthy Bites down a new road this year. A road to BIGGER and BETTER things. So wish me luck and I’ll for sure keep you posted. Thank you all again for continuing to support!

Now go make some gluten free muesli energy bites and fuel up for the week.

Close up view of cranberry muesli energy bites with raw pepitas rolled to bite-size in a parchment-covered bowl

Happy Meatless Monday!

Have you ever made your own gluten free muesli? 

[Tweet “#Healthy Fuel for New Year! No bake #Glutenfree Muesli Bites and @vitamix giveaway! #vegan “]

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Hi, y’all, I’m Lindsay Cotter, a Nutrition Specialist with a focus on Gluten-Free eating. I love creating delicious nourishing food that anyone can enjoy.

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  1. Susan L. Olson

    05/20/2016 at 4:53 AM

    My health has improved dramatically, but I still have a sweet tooth. That’s why I was so glad to learn about Guilt-free desserts! Refer ebook: http://bit.ly/1qy6NSv ! I am so happy to know that you really can have your cake and eat it too.

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  2. Angela

    01/17/2016 at 9:54 PM

    I think I would make a milkshake

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  3. Thomas Murphy

    01/17/2016 at 7:57 PM

    I would make a milk shake.

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  4. Cari

    01/17/2016 at 7:45 PM

    I would make energy bites!

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  5. Tabs

    01/17/2016 at 6:21 PM

    I’d love to make nut butters, and almond milk, and smoothies, and soups…. Pretty much everything!

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  6. Sara

    01/17/2016 at 5:14 PM

    A huge green smoothie

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  7. Megan

    01/17/2016 at 5:13 PM

    Smoothies!!!

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  8. Joy

    01/17/2016 at 11:37 AM

    The first thing I’d make with a vitamix is hummus. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  9. Virginia Rowell

    01/17/2016 at 10:17 AM

    I would make a strawberry banana smoothie.

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  10. Lisa Brown

    01/17/2016 at 9:32 AM

    I would make a big batch of chipotle salsa
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  11. Ben (ada)

    01/16/2016 at 10:59 PM

    I’d make a smoothie

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  12. Maria

    01/16/2016 at 10:07 PM

    I’d make a batch of bites

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/16/2016 at 10:53 PM

      you’re the best!

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  13. Naomi

    01/16/2016 at 8:47 PM

    I would definitely try to make almond butter.

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  14. iamalighthouse

    01/16/2016 at 5:42 PM

    I would make some sort of delicious smoothie!

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  15. Jeffrey

    01/16/2016 at 8:33 AM

    I’d love to start making my own nut butters and would start off with cashews!

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  16. emily

    01/15/2016 at 8:22 PM

    I’d make a smoothie!

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  17. Laima

    01/15/2016 at 5:44 PM

    Smoothies and energy bites!

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  18. Laima

    01/15/2016 at 5:43 PM

    I signed up for your emails:)

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  19. DJ

    01/15/2016 at 11:04 AM

    I would make some yummy potato soup.

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  20. Sarah @ BucketListTummy

    01/15/2016 at 9:57 AM

    I would make lots and lots of almond butter and some nut milks. And try my hand at energy bites 🙂

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  21. Chuck

    01/15/2016 at 3:30 AM

    I’ve always wanted to make my own coconut butter! Especially flavored varieties, such as vanilla or toasted coconut butter (or vanilla toasted coconut butter!)

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  22. Jessica

    01/14/2016 at 10:00 PM

    Energy Bites, of course. 🙂

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/14/2016 at 10:49 PM

      Xxoo

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/14/2016 at 11:18 PM

      so wise!

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  23. Kim

    01/14/2016 at 9:30 PM

    My blender is dying, and I haven’t been able to make my homemade pesto (it goes on EVERYTHING) in a while! That would definitely be my first!

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  24. Amber B

    01/14/2016 at 6:23 PM

    I’m loving this recipe and it’s ingredients! I really need a good blender for using nuts in. So many recipes involve almonds, cashews etc (and ingredients like dates!), which require an inefficient blender 🙂

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  25. ET Pruitt

    01/14/2016 at 5:13 PM

    I would make broccoli and potato soup.

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  26. Ray

    01/14/2016 at 4:44 PM

    I’d make peanut butter with roasted nuts first. Thanks!

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  27. Casey the College Celiac

    01/14/2016 at 1:55 PM

    I signed up for your emails 🙂

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  28. Casey the College Celiac

    01/14/2016 at 1:50 PM

    I’d make a smoothie! Always my fave!

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  29. Linda

    01/14/2016 at 1:48 PM

    I would make soups.

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  30. Brenda Haines

    01/14/2016 at 12:09 PM

    A yummy homemade tomato soup, thanks for the chance!

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  31. Brenda Haines

    01/14/2016 at 12:05 PM

    I signed up for your emails, thanks.

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  32. Noelle @ Noelle's Notebook

    01/14/2016 at 10:50 AM

    Hmm… If I won the vitamix…this probably sounds weird, but I’d make cashew cheese. So good! Anything with cashews!

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  33. Emily

    01/14/2016 at 10:34 AM

    No doubt I’d make a green smoothie to break it in!

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  34. Bethany

    01/14/2016 at 10:18 AM

    I would make some smoothies!

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  35. Bethany

    01/14/2016 at 10:17 AM

    SMOOOOTHIES!

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  36. corrina

    01/14/2016 at 7:47 AM

    I would make some energy bites for my kids!

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  37. Julie

    01/14/2016 at 1:56 AM

    I’d make a fruit and almond milk smoothie first!

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  38. Annette

    01/13/2016 at 7:00 PM

    The first thing I’d make is soup. My high powered blender doesn’t allow hot foods, so I have to use my other blender for that. This would replace both of those.

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  39. Starla b

    01/13/2016 at 6:09 PM

    Those look and sound delicious. I have never tried to make anything like this. If I were to win, I would definitely make a green smoothie first. Those are my favorite and I have always wanted a Vitamix!

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  40. Bridgett Wilbur

    01/13/2016 at 6:00 PM

    I would make strawberry and banana smoothies for my whole family. They love smoothies.

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  41. LaTanya

    01/13/2016 at 5:50 PM

    a protein smoothie

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  42. Nikki

    01/13/2016 at 4:41 PM

    I would make protein fluff for sure !

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  43. Hannah

    01/13/2016 at 4:38 PM

    I would make homemade nut butter! Your energy bites look amazing 😀

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  44. Jen @ SprinklesHikes.com

    01/13/2016 at 2:52 PM

    I’d make a huge batch of coconut butter. My food processor does a terrible job with coconut butter and I’ve got a sneaking suspicion it’s about the bite the dust 🙁

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  45. cyndi br

    01/13/2016 at 1:51 PM

    I would try to make my own peanut butter

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  46. Amy Lauren

    01/13/2016 at 11:05 AM

    The first thing i’d make would be soup because it’s cold lately.

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  47. Ben

    01/13/2016 at 10:22 AM

    This would be great for nut butters and pesto

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  48. AlexisB

    01/13/2016 at 9:32 AM

    If I won the Vitamix, the first thing I would make would be coconut milk and green smoothies! My son is allergic to a TON of food so smoothies would be great to replace nutrients he’s missing from the foods he can’t have. Thanks for this chance!

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  49. Kel

    01/13/2016 at 8:38 AM

    I would try making nut butters – thanks!

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  50. sher

    01/13/2016 at 7:50 AM

    chocolate ice cream 😉

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  51. Valerie bostwick

    01/13/2016 at 6:19 AM

    Green juice!!

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  52. Les @ The Balanced Berry

    01/13/2016 at 1:24 AM

    I LOVE muesli. Usually I make it with chia, almonds, hemp seeds and dried cranberries – so naturally these bites are right up my alley! If I won the Vitamix, I would shed a few happy tears. Then I would immediately use it to continue enabling my smoothie addiction 🙂

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  53. bonnie

    01/13/2016 at 1:13 AM

    smoothies!

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  54. Megan omalley

    01/12/2016 at 11:55 PM

    These look so delish! If I won the vitamin I would definitely make these! Oh and also some homemade nut butter! Thanks for another great recipe!

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  55. valerie sobus

    01/12/2016 at 11:55 PM

    to be honest, if i won i’d love to surprise my mother in law with this! she’s vegan and makes herself a green smoothie each morning but usually has to sort of “chew” the smoothie because her blender does such a bad job. she would be so thrilled to have this for her smoothies and other cooking endeavors 🙂

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    • lindsay

      01/13/2016 at 8:10 AM

      i love that! you are a great daughter in law

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  56. jessica z

    01/12/2016 at 8:10 PM

    I think I would make some sort of soup in the Vitamix because it is so cold lately!

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  57. Irina

    01/12/2016 at 7:48 PM

    The first thing I would make is almond milk!

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  58. Angie Jerde

    01/12/2016 at 4:33 PM

    I would make a yummy soup first thing if I won the Vitamix! I have wanted this blender for sooo long, I am crossing my fingers! Thanks for the giveaway : )

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  59. Alexis B

    01/12/2016 at 4:27 PM

    If I won the Vitamix, the first thing I would make is probably healthy bites (maybe even this recipe). Seriously. Made the peanut butter chocolate chip bites last night…and there are only a few left. We love them! And so happy that I found your blog…

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    • lindsay

      01/13/2016 at 8:09 AM

      love that! YES! my fav too!

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  60. shaunie

    01/12/2016 at 3:50 PM

    I would have to say that it would be clam chowder soup

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  61. Kindal

    01/12/2016 at 3:38 PM

    What a giveaway! We use our vitamix at least 2x a day! It’s the best and worth every cent that my in-laws spent on it! And as for muesli, i have actually made my own! It’s the best! yum, these balls have got to get made!

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  62. Elle

    01/12/2016 at 1:07 PM

    I would make hummus.

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  63. Emily

    01/12/2016 at 12:52 PM

    I’d make homemade almond butter!

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  64. Hollie

    01/12/2016 at 12:27 PM

    Ha, I’m not sure if I have more of chance winning this or the power ball. The first thing I would make would be almond butter. I’ve always wanted to try and make my own.

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/12/2016 at 2:36 PM

      haha i say You can win both!!!

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  65. Katie

    01/12/2016 at 12:10 PM

    These bites, a smoothie, homemade almond butter and milk, soup… Pretty much all the things!

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  66. Brittany Nettles

    01/12/2016 at 10:48 AM

    Making a soup, no doubt!

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  67. Beverley @ sweaty&fit

    01/12/2016 at 9:48 AM

    I love vitamixes! the blender i have at home is on its last legs, which is tragic. i would make these bites, or some kind of nut butter!

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  68. erin

    01/12/2016 at 9:03 AM

    We’d be lost without our Vitamix, too! Best kitchen appliance hands-down.

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  69. Renata

    01/12/2016 at 8:24 AM

    I would make almond butter for the first thing I’d whip up!

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  70. Renata

    01/12/2016 at 8:24 AM

    I subscribed!

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  71. Dawn

    01/12/2016 at 7:52 AM

    If I won, these bites would be it! Just found your blog. Love it.

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/12/2016 at 8:39 AM

      Wonderful! So glad Dawn. xxoo

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  72. Cyndi

    01/12/2016 at 7:16 AM

    I would make my smoothie and try out soeme healthy bites!
    The Vitamix is my dream blender!

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  73. Katie

    01/12/2016 at 5:53 AM

    Healthy bites!!!!!!!!!!

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  74. Stacey Roberson

    01/12/2016 at 5:22 AM

    I would make a strawberry and banana smoothie.

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  75. Jade

    01/12/2016 at 2:11 AM

    I’d make protein fluff and nut butter combinations!

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  76. Amanda @ .running with spoons.

    01/11/2016 at 10:14 PM

    Blender love! I honestly have no idea how I’d survive without my blender — it’d probably be on my list of things to grab if there was a fire in my home 😆

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/13/2016 at 8:10 AM

      haha no kidding! and probably some almond butter right?

      Reply
  77. devin self

    01/11/2016 at 9:54 PM

    I would definitely make any (and all) of your no bake bites! I have a terrible blender and haven’t been able to make things like this for years…it barely blends a smoothie of just fruit and almond milk lol

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  78. Megann

    01/11/2016 at 9:22 PM

    The first thing I’d make would probably be pretty boring – my usual oat smoothie, because I make that regularly, and so mathematically speaking, it would probably be first. That said, there are lots of more exciting snacks that would follow!

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  79. Laura

    01/11/2016 at 8:42 PM

    NUT MILK . . . and date energy bites:)

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  80. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    01/11/2016 at 8:22 PM

    I need to fill my freezer with balls again. I used to take a bite out of one every time I walked by. Crack balls!

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  81. Laura @ This Runner's Recipes

    01/11/2016 at 8:08 PM

    Awesome giveaway! I’d probably make a creamy vegetable soup or a curry sauce with my Vitamix.

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  82. Yoojin

    01/11/2016 at 7:53 PM

    i’d definitely make one of your smoothie recipes 🙂

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  83. Jolene

    01/11/2016 at 7:42 PM

    Yum!! these sound so good and I love your story behind it, friend! I had no idea celiac was more prevalent in NZ either!

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  84. Maggie

    01/11/2016 at 6:43 PM

    the first thing I’d make would be homemade almond milk!

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  85. Katie

    01/11/2016 at 6:19 PM

    I would make my own nut butters with this first, for sure! It takes forever in my food processor because I’m so afraid of it overheating!

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  86. Luce

    01/11/2016 at 6:12 PM

    I need to make a Muesli Mix when I’m back home! So many of them are filled with sugar, so I never buy them. Also love the nutmeg, cinnamo, vanilla and seasalt combo here. Delicious!!

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  87. Jody - Fit at 58

    01/11/2016 at 6:01 PM

    I would have to make some ballin bites first if I won the mixer since it came from you! Now which flavor is the next question!!! 🙂

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  88. Blair

    01/11/2016 at 5:53 PM

    Wow, awesome giveaway AND awesome Bites!! I had no idea that New Zealand had more Celiac. Gluten-free or not, these snacks sound delicious!!

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  89. Kelly

    01/11/2016 at 5:41 PM

    I would make lactation cookies to boost my supply for my baby boy!

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  90. Joanna

    01/11/2016 at 5:38 PM

    I would make a smoothie plus these healthy bites! I make smoothies for my daughter all the time to sneak in veggies!

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  91. steph

    01/11/2016 at 5:23 PM

    signed up 🙂

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  92. Andrea

    01/11/2016 at 5:22 PM

    If I won the Vitamix I would be whipping up smoothies and power bites all day long!

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  93. Julia

    01/11/2016 at 5:21 PM

    Oh Def going to try these… Especially if I acquire a vitamix. Delighted to have found this website.

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  94. steph

    01/11/2016 at 5:21 PM

    I’d make smoothies with my son!

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  95. paige c

    01/11/2016 at 5:15 PM

    If I won I would make my own nut butters and try to make some soups since it is winter time!

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  96. Alexandra

    01/11/2016 at 4:53 PM

    If I won the first thing I would love to make would be almond butter and lots of smoothies. I also subscribed to your newsletter 🙂

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  97. Lauren F.

    01/11/2016 at 4:52 PM

    I have an older refurb vitamix that I adore, but would also looooove an upgrade! Nut butters, smoothies, oh my!!

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  98. Stefanie G

    01/11/2016 at 4:25 PM

    I would make strawberry banana smoothies!

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  99. Courtney

    01/11/2016 at 4:21 PM

    I started eating a vegan diet back in April, and have been wanting a Vitamix to make a few recipes that my blender won’t quite accomplish! I’ve heard it makes smoothies SUPER smooth, and the possibilities when it comes to sauces, crusts, and bites would be endless!

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  100. Kirsten

    01/11/2016 at 4:20 PM

    Since it’s not warm enough for smoothies yet, I would probably make soups in the blender first! Or my own nut butter! Now I’m hungry!!

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  101. She Rocks Fitness

    01/11/2016 at 3:52 PM

    I would start whipping up some fun nut butters…Then I would make a pesto sauce…Then ALL the smoothies! 🙂

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    • Sarah

      01/11/2016 at 5:22 PM

      Would love to start making energy bites!!:)

      Reply
  102. Fiona

    01/11/2016 at 3:52 PM

    If I won the Vitamix, I would make this No Bake Gluten Free Muesli Energy Bites Recipe because I love cranberries!
    Thank You for the great recipe and giveaway

    ★★★★★

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/12/2016 at 8:07 AM

      oh yay! love that!

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      • Fiona

        01/17/2016 at 11:42 AM

        🙂 Thank You So Much again for the chance!

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  103. Kristen

    01/11/2016 at 3:47 PM

    I would make hummus first!!

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  104. Erin @ Erin's Inside Job

    01/11/2016 at 3:44 PM

    Props on that amazing blender. I have an old one, but it still does the trick. The large container kind of bit the dust though, so I’ve been making the same giant smoothies in the shorter one. I could definitely go for an upgrade.

    Obviously I would make a smoothie. Also, I signed up for emaaaaaaaails. 🙂

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  105. Michele @ paleorunningmomma

    01/11/2016 at 3:42 PM

    I’ve dreamed about owning a vitamix! I’d make some healthy snack bars or bites for my kids first thing 🙂 These bites look absolutely perfect by the way!

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  106. HEATHER @ fitASPIRE

    01/11/2016 at 3:36 PM

    I would make fresh nut butter – it’s been too long since I made a batch! 🙂

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  107. arlinda

    01/11/2016 at 3:22 PM

    I first thing is first and I would have to make myself a smoothie!

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  108. Shannon

    01/11/2016 at 3:17 PM

    These look amazing! I would make a giant smoothie!

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  109. Ethanol Spirit

    01/11/2016 at 2:59 PM

    The Ethanol Spirit would crush some ice for a nice chilly Moscow Mule.

    ★★★★

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  110. Farah

    01/11/2016 at 2:23 PM

    Good luck with the new plans for 2016! Excited to see it unfold. I would love to win a Vitamix to make some homemade soups, salsas and nut butters!

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  111. Laur

    01/11/2016 at 1:59 PM

    Nut butter!

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  112. Patricia

    01/11/2016 at 1:57 PM

    I would make blender muffins.

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  113. Jacky

    01/11/2016 at 1:49 PM

    I’d make lots of nut milks!

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  114. Abby

    01/11/2016 at 1:42 PM

    Oh my gosh my head is spinning…. definitely more smoothies! I hate making them in my food processor, which is all I have that does the trick.

    BTW, I signed up for the email list under my non-work email – [email protected]

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  115. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables

    01/11/2016 at 1:41 PM

    I would make smoothies… because that’s about all this busy momma has time for with trying to keep up with 2 kiddos! Maybe after both kids are in bed I could make me some healthy bites! 😉

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    • Brittany @ Delights and Delectables

      01/11/2016 at 1:45 PM

      ps… I can’t wait to see what’s in store for healthy bites!

      Reply
  116. Sarah

    01/11/2016 at 1:30 PM

    YES, NO, YES!!! I just love these but A is going to be crushed when she finds out someone beat us to her “bestest idea” of Muesli Power Balls, luckily ours our different and she doesn’t know how to navigate the internet too much yet. However she can Google search. Nicely done my friend, great minds think alike, can’t wait to try yours!

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/11/2016 at 1:39 PM

      haha we can share the idea!

      Reply
  117. Katie

    01/11/2016 at 1:00 PM

    SOUP. Or hummus. Or some “Nice cream”. Or these healthy bites (or any of the flavors in your ebook that I still haven’t made because I’m TOO LAZY.)

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/11/2016 at 1:21 PM

      haha i don’t blame you. I get lazy and make the same ones.

      Reply
  118. Jess @hellotofit

    01/11/2016 at 12:23 PM

    Oh I could get down with these bites!! Oats are pretty dang versatile. yum!

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  119. Jennifer

    01/11/2016 at 12:05 PM

    Soup, for sure — it’s been SO cold lately!

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  120. Brooke

    01/11/2016 at 12:04 PM

    Girl, this is the jackpot of giveaways! (Or maybe that’s just me? ?) I definitely need some Healthy Bites in my life again! And I’d also need to make some homemade coconut cashew butter 🙂

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  121. [email protected]

    01/11/2016 at 11:47 AM

    Love no-bake snack bites! If I won I would definitely make my favorite fruit and veggie shakes and I would most definitely try these 🙂

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  122. Rachel @LittleChefBigAppetite

    01/11/2016 at 11:30 AM

    Oh. MY. GOSH. Give me these! They look so good!

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  123. Tami

    01/11/2016 at 11:29 AM

    My 15 yr. old Vitamix sounds like it’s about to die! I could really use a new one!! I use it EVERY day for smoothies. I’d love to try these Cranberry Energy Bites, they look delicious! I’m a follower already.

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  124. Lauren

    01/11/2016 at 11:26 AM

    Probabaly a ginormous smoothie followed by some peanut butter 🙂

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  125. Alli O

    01/11/2016 at 10:50 AM

    I would make smoothies and bowls, all day everyday!

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  126. Alli O

    01/11/2016 at 10:48 AM

    I subscribed!

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  127. Erica @ Erica Finds

    01/11/2016 at 10:45 AM

    I will make soup!! It is so chilly here in Chicago!

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  128. Hannah Whitcomb

    01/11/2016 at 10:33 AM

    What an awesome giveaway!! I’d make chia pudding 🙂

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  129. Shashi at RunninSrilankan

    01/11/2016 at 10:32 AM

    The combo of cinnamon, nutmeg, AB and vanilla have me drooling! I have had the honor to taste your incredible bites and these sound like another winner to me! I would of course have to give these bites a go with a new Vitamix!

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  130. Taylor

    01/11/2016 at 10:25 AM

    I would totally make some of these energy bites! or a homemade soup 🙂

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  131. Jen

    01/11/2016 at 10:20 AM

    So, I’ve only had museli out of a box. It was decent, but I’m pretty sure these balls will taste a million times better! Can’t wait to try them out!

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/11/2016 at 2:24 PM

      i think you’d like making your own! muesli of course. and your husband would love you even more! haha

      Reply
  132. Emily

    01/11/2016 at 10:19 AM

    I might make some nut butter or energy bites!

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  133. Kristin

    01/11/2016 at 10:10 AM

    oh my gosh, this giveaway is the greatest.

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  134. Sam @ PancakeWarriors

    01/11/2016 at 10:08 AM

    I would probably make your maple vanilla nut latte energy bites!! YUMMO!!

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  135. stacey

    01/11/2016 at 10:02 AM

    Homemade energy balls. I have several recipes that call for dates and my nutribullet just cant handle those well.

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/11/2016 at 2:32 PM

      yes, that would be perfect!

      Reply
  136. Dietitian Jess

    01/11/2016 at 10:02 AM

    I have never made my own muesli actually, but I love it. I entered a Whole Foods Vitamix contest last week and found out yesterday I lost- hopefully I have better luck winning this time or at least winning the Powerball 🙂

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/11/2016 at 2:27 PM

      i think you’d love making your muesli jess!

      Reply
  137. Jen

    01/11/2016 at 9:52 AM

    I think the first thing I would make is some type of nut butter. I have always wanted a Vitamix. And these energy balls look great. Thanks for the recipe!

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  138. P.Jeanne

    01/11/2016 at 9:52 AM

    Perfect timing! I have making bites on my to do list today and these sound delicious 😀 Thanks for sharing ~xoxo

    ★★★★★

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  139. Camille

    01/11/2016 at 9:45 AM

    Can’t wait to try these out for breakfast tomorrow. Great way to be ready for the week ahead!

    ★★★★★

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  140. suzie

    01/11/2016 at 9:40 AM

    I would love to use this for soups and for making my own nut butter. I have been dreaming of owning one of these!

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  141. Jenny

    01/11/2016 at 9:26 AM

    I would definitely make these! I live gluten free dairy free and love your site!

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/11/2016 at 1:40 PM

      I’m so glad Jenny. Email me anytime you need more ideas!

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  142. Dee Fedor

    01/11/2016 at 9:25 AM

    I would love to make Sunflower seed butter. I do not own a blender!

    ★★★★★

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  143. Emily @ Sinful Nutrition

    01/11/2016 at 9:21 AM

    I’d be making some homemade nut butters of all kinds! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  144. [email protected]

    01/11/2016 at 8:47 AM

    Here’s my pin! https://www.pinterest.com/pin/300615343857662770/

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    • Cotter Crunch

      01/11/2016 at 2:21 PM

      thanks Kaila!

      Reply
  145. [email protected]

    01/11/2016 at 8:45 AM

    I subscribe of course!! 🙂

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  146. [email protected]

    01/11/2016 at 8:45 AM

    This is such a yummy recipe and a GREAT giveaway!! Thank you! I would make some of my new vegan alfredo sauce in the Vita!

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  147. J.L.

    01/11/2016 at 8:44 AM

    Making these today!

    ★★★★★

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  148. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables

    01/11/2016 at 8:43 AM

    Oh my goodness how exciting!!!! YAY for the new Vitamix! And those energy bites look SO good 🙂

    Reply
  149. Georgie

    01/11/2016 at 8:22 AM

    Hmm I think I’d have to make a big ol smoothie

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  150. Annmarie

    01/11/2016 at 8:17 AM

    I need a Vitamix in the worse way- my current blender is about to bite the dust! Fingers crossed! 🙂

    Reply
  151. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

    01/11/2016 at 8:13 AM

    Muesli is such a funny word Hahahahaha!
    Love these bites Lindsay! Cranberry obsessed right now!

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  152. Katie @ Talk Less, Say More

    01/11/2016 at 8:12 AM

    Oh man, I’m pretty sure my blender (non-vitamix) is about to die so this would PERFECT timing! I would start with my morning smoothie, then make a big batch of creamy butternut squash soup, blend up some veggies in oil for my boyfriend to sneak into muffins for his son…should I keep going? 😉

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  153. Maggie

    01/11/2016 at 8:09 AM

    I’d make a homemade sauce!

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  154. Connie

    01/11/2016 at 8:06 AM

    I would love to win a VitaMix!

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  155. Christine @ Love, Life, Surf

    01/11/2016 at 7:59 AM

    First thing I would make are these! And maybe a green smoothie. These look delicious!

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  156. rAchel @ Athletic avocado

    01/11/2016 at 7:57 AM

    Woah now these healthy bites, as well as all of them, look fabulous! I love the addition of dried cranberry for some tartness. This is like an epic party of flavors in my mouth! I love my vitamix so much and now I don’t think i could ever go back to a regular blender again.

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  157. Hilary

    01/11/2016 at 7:01 AM

    I think it would be awesome to make my own oat flour, then the possibilities are endless!

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  158. Liz S.

    01/11/2016 at 6:50 AM

    If I won the VitaMix, the first thing I would make is your Cocoa Coconut Low Carb Shake recipe.

    Reply
  159. Susie @ SuzLyfe

    01/11/2016 at 6:49 AM

    A) yum b) I don’t think that I knew that Celiac was more common in New Zealand. That is really interesting.

    Reply
  160. Megan @ skinny fitalicious

    01/11/2016 at 6:47 AM

    You know I can’t pass on a good snack much less one with muesli! I’m already a subscriber!

    Reply
  161. Leah H.

    01/11/2016 at 6:46 AM

    I would make homemade spaghetti sauce!

    Reply
  162. Liz S.

    01/11/2016 at 6:44 AM

    I subscribe to the Cotter Crunch email newsletter.

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