Agave Recipes Using Agave Nectar Syrup

Right now I am sipping on probably the best smoothie I have ever made - and I've made some pretty good ones ;)  I'm so happy with the way this turned out that I had to share! This smoothie is not only healthy, it's packed with protein - a source I bet you didn't even think you could put in a smoothie! The taste is so tropical and a bit tangy with a few other extra special ingredients to get you going and feeling great! Here's the recipe, throw it all in the blender: 2 handfuls fresh spinach 1 banana 1/4 cup frozen mango pieces 1/4 cup frozen pineapple pieces 1 tsp coconut oil 1/2 cup low fat or non fat cottage cheese (your protein source) 1 - 2 tsp apple cider vinegar (I used Dynamic Health apple cider vinegar with mother) 1 TBS agave syrup just enough water to get it blending (maybe 1/4 cup) Blend it all together and serve, makes 2 servings.

Yum!!! These muffins are so SO perfect, so buttery with just the right crispiness on the edges and soft texture in the middle. Made with agave syrup, even my diabetic husband was able to enjoy one. I could totally pig out on these muffins if I'm not careful! This recipe is only for 6 muffins, but of course you can double or triple it! 1/3 cup agave syrup 1/4 cup butter 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 1 egg  3/4 cup flour 1/4 cup almond flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 6 muffin cups with cooking spray. Melt butter, stir in agave syrup and vanilla. Beat in egg with fork. Add remaining ingredients and beat well with fork. Fill muffin cups about 1/2 way full. Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees. Cool 10 minutes and enjoy!

It's 3pm, time for tea! I don't usually sweeten my tea but today I was craving something chocolatey so this is what I came up with. I'm sitting here sipping it as I share this recipe with you. It's easy, delicious and diabetic friendly :) Grab your favorite microwavable mug, add about 2 tablespoons of low fat milk with about 8 oz of water along with 1 heaping teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder and 2 teaspoons of agave syrup. Stir and then microwave on high for 2 minutes. (Note: cocoa powder will not stir in very well until after it's heated with the water so don't worry!) Remove from microwave, stir some more and add a teabag. I used Lipton tea. Let sit for about 2 minutes and then enjoy your chocolate tea ! Ingredient List: water 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder 2 teaspoons agave syrup 1 tea bag

These black bean agave brownies turned out super moist, dense and delicious. These can be eaten for breakfast without the guilt. This recipe can be adapted using white flour, all agave etc to suit your own taste. I sprinkled some white swirl chocolate chips on top. I cooked my own black beans for this recipe however you can use canned  but BE SURE it has no other ingredients, i.e. onion powder. I've made this mistake before. Chocolate DOES NOT go well with onions! Recipe 4 squares unsweetened chocolate (4 oz.) 1 cup black beans 1/4 cup Smart Balance buttery spread 1 cup agave syrup 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup almond meal Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 13x9 pan with foil and spray with Pam. Melt chocolate & butter in bowl 1-2 minutes. Stir until melted. Meanwhile, puree black beans and eggs in a blender. After chocoloate has melted and cooled a bit, stir in the agave, sugar and vanilla. Blend w