• Home
  • About
Menu

Brooke Lark

2525 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City, UT, 84106
Phone Number
Storyteller.

Your Custom Text Here

Brooke Lark

  • Home
  • About
the blog ck.jpg

Blog

2-Ingredient Chocolate Protein Crepes with Bob's Red Mill

December 27, 2019 Brooke Lark
2019-12 Protein Crepes BRM.jpg

Two simple ingredients—egg whites and Bob’s Red Mill Protein Powder—whisked together and cooked in a skillet make the most marvelously simple crepes you’ve ever tasted. Added bonus, each serving has 25+ grams of protein! Plus probiotics, chia and only 2g of sugar.

It’s that time of year when I’m ready to simplify everything. Clean the holiday out of my house Kondo style. Toss everything in the fridge and replace it with only the best and purest ingredients. Eat just the barest minimum of healthy basics.

2019-12 BRM - Crepes - 6.jpg

The abundance of this season is fun. But don’t you always feel the draw to get back to being the best you? Yeah, me too.

2019-12 BRM - Crepes - 2.jpg

Part of dialing in my eating so I can fit BACK into the pants I wore just before Thanksgiving (thank you, Thanksgiving!) is eating a hefty punch of protein in the morning. And steering clear of sugars in the process.

So these 2-ingredient crepes are an all around winner. Egg whites and protein powder. That’s all you need. Whisk together and cook in a skillet for a tasty low-sugar, low-carb, high protein (25+ grams per crepe!) breakfast, snack or dessert. Then fill or top with all your favorites. Nut butter and banana. Hazelnut spread and berries. Yogurt and blueberries. There are so many ways to enjoy these simple crepes.

And yes! You can use any of the Bob’s Red Mill Protein Powder flavors. Try the vanilla or chai flavors with sour cream and a schmear of lingonberry jam or drizzle of coconut sugar and you’ll want every meal to be breakfast.

2019-08 BRM Athena Latte 8.jpg

3 More Super Simple Protein Snacks

Looking for more ways to add protein powder into your life, in deliciously simple ways? Try these 3 easy recipes.

Protein Pancakes or Waffles

  • 2 eggs + 1 scoop protein powder

  • Whisk and cook on a medium-hot skillet

Protein Cookies

  • 2 ripe bananas

  • 1 cup oats

  • 1 scoop protein powder

  • Mash together with a fork. Add chocolate chips if desired. Bake at 350 degrees until set, about 12-15 minutes

Protein Energy Bites

  • 1 cup peanut butter or maple almond butter

  • 1 1/3 cup protein powder

  • Mix together well and roll into balls

2019-12 BRM - Crepes - 1.jpg

2-Ingredient Chocolate Protein Crepes

Makes 1 serving (2 small crepes or 1 large one)

  • 1/2 cup egg whites

  • 1 scoop Bob’s Red Mill Chocolate Protein Powder

Mix together egg whites and protein powder. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, melt a pat of butter or spray with nonstick coconut oil spray. Pour egg batter into pan. Cook just until the edges begin to lift from the pan (about 2 minutes), then flip with a spatula and cook on second side for 1 minute.

Fill with your favorite fillings: nut butter, chocolate hazelnut spread, yogurt, eggs, cheese, cottage cheese or sour cream

Top with your favorite toppings: berries, whipped cream, or whatever else you adore!

In Recipes Tags 2 ingredient, breakfast, protein powder, Breakfast, dessert, gluten free, paleoish, 3 ingredient

Baked Paleo Pumpkin Donuts | with Bob's Red Mill Paleo Baking Flour

October 23, 2019 Brooke Lark
BL Paleo Donuts IGtV Header.jpg

Paleo Pumpkin Donuts made with Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Baking Flour and sweetened with Coconut Sugar are the perfect dessert for autumn. Baked in a donut pan, this simple recipe bakes up moist and tender. The cakey, pumpkin-spiced donuts are cooled and dipped in a dark chocolate glaze, then topped with crushed pecans. Enjoy with a cup of cocoa or spiced chai, preferably on a porch swing.

Autumn is always the best time to bake. So stop whatever you’re doing, hop into the kitchen and give yourself the gift of a homemade baking session. With these Baked Paleo Pumpkin Donuts, you’ll have a tasty treat real quick. They’re incredibly simple to make, thanks to a paleo flour which has been pre-mixed to perfection. Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Flour is my favorite way to bake up paleo treats which are smooth, tender and moist. Plus, no need to grab 92702 different kinds of flours, because they’ve done all the work for you.

Mix, glaze with a simple chocolate + coconut oil ganache and you’ve got a donut you’ll want to make every autumn.

2019-12 BRM Donuts 8.jpg

What flours are paleo?

Paleo flours tend to fall into 2 distinct types: those made with ground nuts (like almond flour, hazelnut flour) and those made from root plants (like cassava, tapioca starch, arrowroot, tigernut). Plaintain and coconut flours are also commonly used in paleo baking.

Which flours are in Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Baking Mix?

Bob's Red Mill Paleo Baking Flour is made with just 4 simple ingredients—Almond Flour, Arrowroot Starch, Organic Coconut Flour, Tapioca Flour. Each of these flours are gluten free and grain-free.

Is coconut sugar allowed on Paleo?

Yes, coconut sugar and coconut nectar are paleo-approved. A natural sweetener derived from coconuts, it offers beneficial minerals and is not as processed as refined sugar. As with all sweeteners, however, it should be enjoyed in moderation.

2019-12 BRM Donuts 10.jpg

Are baked donuts better than fried?

Frying donuts tends to increase both fat and calories. So from a nutrition standpoint, baking the dough instead of frying it is a simple way to reduce the amount of fat and calories overall. Baked donuts tend to taste more like an old-fashioned or cake donut. By selecting recipes (like this one!) which have been tried & tested specifically to become tasty baked donuts, you’ll likely find a baked donut is just as delicious as a fried one, with less fat and fewer calories.

How do you make baked donuts?

The easiest way is to bake the batter in a molded Donut Pan. Similar to a muffin tin, but with a center portion which creates the perfect donut shape, this pan makes it easy to turn any cake, quickbread or cookie dough into a donut shaped treat.

What if I don’t have a donut pan?

You can bake this recipe in a mini muffin tin or mini loaf tin and still have great results. Or, make your own donut tin by bunching small balls of tin foil into a bouncy-ball sized round and placing the rounds in the center of a large muffin tin. Spray well with nonstick spray.

How long do baked donuts last?

Most baked goods last in an airtight container for about 1 week. Refrigerate to keep them freshest. And bring to room temperature (or zap in the microwave) before serving for best results.

2019-12 BRM Donuts 5.jpg
2019-12 BRM Donuts 1.jpg

Paleo Pumpkin Donuts with Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Flour

Makes 12.

  • 3 1/2 cups Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Baking Flour

  • 3/4 cup Bob’s Red Mill Organic Coconut Sugar

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1 Tbsp pumpkin pie spice

  • 3 eggs

  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil

  • 1 Tbsp vanilla

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree

  • 1 cup almond milk

Glaze

  • 1 1/2 cups dark paleo-friendly chocolate chips

  • 1 Tbsp coconut oil

Also needed:

  • nonstick olive oil or coconut oil spray

  • 2/3 cup crushed walnuts or pecans

In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine all ingredients for the donuts, mixing with a whisk attachment until smooth. Transfer to a large plastic bag & snip the corner from the bag. Pipe batter into donut pan which has been well coated with nonstick baking spray. Bake in an oven preheated to 350 degrees F for 17-19 minutes, or just until the center of the donuts has set. Remove and cool.

In a microwave-safe bowl, heat together chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second bursts, stirring between, until smooth.

Dip cooled donuts into chocolate, sprinkle with crushed nuts. Place in fridge until chocolate glaze firms. Enjoy!

In Recipes Tags gluten free, paleo, paleoish, Bobs Red Mill, dessert

Paleo Blackberry & Fig Galette

August 26, 2019 Brooke Lark
FINALHEADER2.png

Fresh blackberries and figs rest on a creamy bed of ricotta cheese and honey, all wrapped up in a slightly sweet, crispy crust. And, bonus points, it’s totally paleo thanks to Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Flour.

Read more
In Recipes Tags dessert, summer tart, Bobs Red Mill, paleo, paleoish

Chocolate-Covered Protein Raspberry Clusters

August 8, 2019 Brooke Lark
2019-08 BRM Raspberry Clusters.jpg

Tart raspberries bursting with flavor combine with protein-infused chocolate to make the best dessert you’ll ever have. These are the melt-in-your-mouth, decadent treats that will keep you coming back for more.

Have you ever had something at a restaurant, or a dinner party that you crave for WEEKS after you’ve had it?

Like it was so mind-numbingly delicious that you’re prepared to cross the mountains and the sea to get just. one. more. bite.?

2019-08 BRM Chocolate Raspberry Clusters 5.jpg

That was totally these raspberry clusters. I had them at a dinner party with some friends, and I was fully prepared to leave my life behind if it meant that I could have just one more minute with these suckers.

The raspberries just so perfectly compliment the dark chocolate, and the sweet, chocolatey goodness just makes your whole life better.

So naturally, after this dinner party, I sought out to create my own version. Bonus: I made them better for you with a little bit of Bob’s Red Mill Protein Powder.

2019-08 BRM Chocolate Raspberry Clusters 4.jpg

Chocolate Covered Raspberry Tarts

Serves 6-8 | 30-60 minutes from start to finish

  • 2 scoops Bob’s Red Mill Chocolate Protein Powder

  • 10oz bag chocolate chips

  • 1 1/2 tbsp coconut oil

  • 2-3 cups raspberries

Melt chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl in 30 second intervals until chocolate is smooth. Add protein powder and stir until well combined. Pour into silicone cupcake molds and top with raspberries. Cool in fridge until hardened.

In Recipes Tags chocolate, dessert, paleo, paleoish, protein powder

Ricotta and Olive Oil Naked Cake | How to Cook Like a Food Stylist, Ep 5

August 17, 2018 Brooke Lark
How to Cook Like a Food Stylist: Ricotta and Olive Oil Naked Cake - Brooke Lark

Naked cakes are all the rage. It's this absolutely incredible multi-layered cake where the icing isn't the star, the actual cake is. A cake that goes easy on the frosting, but not so easy on the toppings. An absolutely stunning pile of macarons, petals, berries, and more will make this cake the star wherever you take it.

Read more
In Recipes Tags How to Cook Like a Food Stylist, cake, dessert

Grain-Free Hi Hat Cupcakes

December 9, 2017 Brooke Lark
HDR.jpg

That Feeling When You've Earned Your Carbs for the Week. Boom! You go, you!
Tune in for another dancetastic Food Styling Sesh! On today's menu: Grain-Free Hi Hat Cupcakes. Check out how it all went downz. 

Read more
In Recipes Tags grain free, dessert, paleoish

Paleo-ish Banana Zucchini Blueberry Bread

September 19, 2017 Brooke Lark
2017-09-05 Banana Zucchini Blueberry Quickbread.jpg

Just like yo mama's Banana Bread. But it's also Zucchini Bread. And there are blueberries in there. And it's pretty much paleo. So yays.

Read more
In Recipes Tags paleoish, paleo, gluten free, dessert, breakfast, Breakfast, baking, autumn

Paleo-ish Pumpkin Almond Butter Bundt

September 19, 2017 Brooke Lark
Paleo-ish Pumpkin Almond Butter Bundt HDR.jpg

Pretty much paleo. This gluten-free Pumpkin Almond Butter Bundt tastes a leetle bit better when chocolate chips are tossed in. And espresso-bourbon icing is drizzled on top. But don't let us talk you outta your low carb eating planz.

Read more
In Recipes Tags dessert, paleoish, paleo, cake, baking, breakfast, autumn

The 5-Minute Maple Bourbon Bacon Cronut

September 15, 2017 Brooke Lark

The 5-Minute Maple Bacon Bourbon Cronut | Dive into the best darn donuts you've ever homemade.

Read more
In Vice, Recipes Tags dessert

5-Minute Maple Orange Mousse

September 7, 2017 Brooke Lark
2017-09-01 Maple Orange Mousse HDR.jpg

5-Minute Maple Orange Mousse. A perfectly lovely way to get autumn and chocolate into your face, stat.

Read more
In Recipes Tags dessert, autumn

Paleo Watermelon Nachos

August 5, 2017 Brooke Lark
2017-08-04 VIRTUE Paleo Watermelon Nachos 2 HDR.jpg

Paleo Watermelon Nachos | Snack nice. Here's how.

Read more
In Virtue Tags paleo, healthy, snack, dessert

Bacon Banana Blueberry Maple Waffles

August 4, 2017 Brooke Lark

Banana Bacon Blueberry Waffles. For those moments when you are weak. But not so weak as to want anything but the best breakfast ever.

Read more
In Vice Tags breakfast, dessert

7-Minute Honey Banana Peanut Butter Cups

March 23, 2017 Brooke Lark

It's like the best peanut butter cup you've ever had. Because: BANANA.

Read more
In Recipes Tags dessert

Boozy Mint Oreo Brookies

March 15, 2017 Brooke Lark

Boozy Mint Oreo Brookies. Perfect for St. Patty's Day. Or any other day when you want ALL THE DESSERTS in one perfect cast-iron skillet.

Read more
In Recipes Tags dessert

Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookie Cereal Puffs

March 14, 2017 Brooke Lark

Make your own bowl of Mini Chocolate Chip Cookie Cereal. (Pssst...it's paleo!)

Read more
In Recipes Tags Breakfast, breakfast, dessert

DIY Birthday Cake Cereal Puffs (Paleo)

March 7, 2017 Brooke Lark

Make your own paleo cereal with these surprisingly easy, gluten-free Birthday Cake Cereal Puffs.

Read more
In Recipes Tags Breakfast, breakfast, dessert

Cookie-Butter Stuffed Carrot Bundt Cake with Coconut Rum Icing

February 27, 2017 Brooke Lark

A bag of rainbow carrots + a bundt pan + 60 minutes = And this cake is yours.

Read more
In Recipes Tags cake, baking, dessert

Olive Oil and Ricotta Cake with Blood Orange Icing

February 23, 2017 Brooke Lark

If you've never had an olive oil ricotta cake, grabbeth a bowleth. Top it with blood orange icing, and cancel every other plan you thought you had. You have a date with coffee, instead.

Read more
In Recipes Tags cake, baking, dessert

No-Bake Cherry Bourbon & Pizzelle Icebox Cake

February 22, 2017 Brooke Lark

No Bake Cherry Bourbon Icebox Cake. Made with pizzelle cookies, in case you, like me, harbor pizzelle cookie obsessions.

Read more
In Recipes Tags dessert, cake, no bake

Mint Buttercream Brownie Cups

February 16, 2017 Brooke Lark

Mint Buttercream Brownie Cups. 

Read more
In Recipes Tags dessert, snack
Older Posts →
meetyourhostess.jpg
Search by Category
  • #foodforlife
  • 2 ingredient
  • 3 ingredient
  • 4 ingredient
  • 4-ingredient
  • 5 ingredient
  • Bobs Red Mill
  • Branding
  • Breakfast
  • Coffee
  • Copywriting
  • Creative AF
  • Emails
  • Facebook
  • Food Photography
  • Freelance
  • Giveaways
  • How to Cook Like a Food Stylist
  • Instagram
  • Keto
  • Kickstart
  • Lunch
  • Media
  • One Pan
  • Photography
  • Props
  • Salad
  • Self-Made Creative
  • Social Media
  • Staples
  • Style
  • Udo
  • appetizer
  • autumn
  • baking
  • beverage
  • bowl
  • breakfast
  • bundts
  • business
  • cake
  • casserole
  • chocolate
  • christmas
  • church food
  • cocktail
  • crockpot
  • dessert
  • detox
  • din
foodphotographer.jpg
freephotos.jpg

"The Most Motivating Messages I GET ALL WEEK!"

Wish you had a Creative Sherpa to guide you through the madness that is building your own creative brand? Signup for my “3 Things Creatives Need to Know This Week” and I’ll deliver the best darned everythings straight to you, with hugs and smooches and hell yes’s, too.

We respect your privacy.

Thank you!

PLEASE NOTE: Blog posts & site pages contain affiliate links.