Chocolate Peppermint Coconut Oil Fat Bombs
Craving a sweet treat? Try these coconut oil fat bombs! They are delicious, and they help you to increase your metabolism and burn more calories.>
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Fat bombs. They sound terrible right? Who wants to have fat bombs – let alone coconut oil fat bombs? Well, let me tell you they are delicious and so GOOD for you!
>Why We Need Fat In Our Diet
Years ago, I stayed away from fat. I ate a low-fat diet thinking that was the best way to stay thin and healthy. Boy, was I wrong!>
I had horrible menstrual cramps and migraines during that time of the month. I was fatigued – even though I was in my 20s. I always felt hungry and craved carbs. I had brain fog. I was cranky and moody. The list goes on and on.>
I avoided fat thinking it was the best way to stay thin. Turns out I was wrong. Low-fat diets are usually higher in sugar – which explained my constant craving for carbs – and also wreak havoc on the body. The body needs fat to function properly, to stabilize moods, to boost energy, and to feel satiated.>
So yeah, I gave up low-fat foods and now I eat fat bombs. Well, coconut oil fat bombs actually. You see, coconut oil is fantastic for the body. Coconut oil has so many health benefits, and coconut oil helps you to lose weight.>
Coconut Oil Fat Bombs – A Healthy Sweet Treat
This recipe is an easy way to get a daily dose of coconut oil in a candy-like treat that’s delicious and so filling. As soon as I have a sweet craving, I have one of these Chocolate Peppermint Coconut Oil Fat Bombs and I feel satiated all day long. Plus, each serving has 2 tbsp of coconut oil to help me burn more calories, increase my metabolism and curb cravings (so I eat less overall).>
Yep, you read that right – a sweet treat that can actually helps to INCREASE metabolism and CURB my hunger cravings. Pretty amazing, right?>
This recipe is inspired by my Paleo Peppermint Patties recipe. I got so many comments from my readers about how much they love it, but want a recipe that’s a bit easier to make. Well, you asked for it and you GOT it.>
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Chocolate Peppermint Coconut Oil Fat Bombs
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup organic extra virgin coconut oil
- 1/4 cup powdered cacao or organic cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp raw honey or organic maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp organic vanilla extract
- 3-4 drops Peppermint essential oils where to buy
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except the Peppermint essential oil in double boiler.
- Turn heat on medium-low and stir mixture until melted.
- Remove from heat and add Peppermint essential oil.
- Fill silicone mold with mixture - about 2 tbsp per mold.
- Place silicone mold in the freezer and allow fat bombs to harden - about 1-2 hours.
- Remove from freezer and enjoy. Store in the freezer (lasts longer) to enjoy as a delicious snack anytime.
Can you use orange essential oil instead of the peppermint?
Yes, give it a try and tell me how you like it.
These sound amazing! Question though – what do you recommend if I don’t have a silicone mold? Well, I do have one but it’s for muffins (makes 6) and I’m thinking thats going to be way too big! I have a mini muffin pan but it’s not silicone. Thoughts?
Thanks so much!
To make them pop out easier, I suggest putting them in cupcake liners if you’re going to use direct in a muffin pan.
Sorry Tracey…I just read through as see that the molds will be just fine 🙂 You don;t need to post my question!!! SORRY>>>see you next week 🙂
Glad it all worked out!
Really do need to give these a try because when that time of the month rolls by, my body needs all of the fat it can get! I have all the ingredients except the peppermint so I will wait to get those first
Just made these, they are in the freezer now. Can you tell me the nutritional information per your ingredients? I looked but did not see in your recipe. I got 6 total squares and using My Fitness Pal app, total carbs per piece equal approximately 4 carbs. I used ingredients I had on hand :
Organic virgin coconut oil
Hersheys natural unsweetened cocoa
Organic maple syrup
Pure vanilla extract
Pure peppermint extract
Sorry, Lori. I don’t have the nutritional information. It should be really low in carbs if that’s what you are counting.