Like Chocolate for Women. 53 Shades of Chocolate.

Are they not the best book titles ever ? These ladies are geniuses I tell you.

Well hold onto your undies, because I am giving away both books and sharing some chocolate love with you.

Wayhay!!

Many thanks to the lovely Kim Morrison for sharing. I can’t tell you how much this lady inspires me.

From when I first read Like Chocolate for Women (many years ago now), to signing on as her affiliate partner and watching her fabulous life unfold on my Facebook feed, this lady encourages me to do better every single day. Now, let me tell you about both books before we get onto the recipe.

♥ Like Chocolate for Women is the ultimate self-care bible. Written by Kim and the gorgeous Fleur Whelligan, this book takes you on a journey of self- love. From beautiful aromatherapy rituals to healthy recipes to learning how to drop the guilt and pamper yourself, these ladies have it all covered. It feels like two best friends guiding you gently to a better life. I refer to it often and my copy is looking well-loved now. You can get it online from Kim here.

♥ 53 Shades of Chocolate is a chocolate lover’s dream come true. 53 healthy chocolate recipes! What is not to love? This book is available for immediate download and it’s cheaper than a box of chocolates! Written by Kim with the gorgeous Cyndi O’Meara (nutritionist at Changing Habits), it starts at breakfast and goes through to drinks, slices, cakes, desserts, biscuits and dips. It includes raw, gluten-free, dairy-free and thermomix-friendly recipes. You can get it online from Kim here.

Okay, now that I have told you how good they are, you can test it out yourself with this amazing recipe. It seems wrong that something so good can be healthy, but that is where the genius factor comes in!

Raw Chocolate Banana Mousse Cake

by Kim Morrison and Cyndi O’Meara from 53 Shades of Chocolate.

Okay, so this is what you need:

Base:

1 cup soaked almonds (soak for 2 hours in water, then drain)

½ cup pitted dates

1 Tbsp Changing Habits Coconut Oil

¼ tsp Himalayan (or sea) salt

Middle Layer:

4-5 bananas

4-5 tablespoons Changing Habits Coconut Oil

1/2 cup desiccated coconut

2 tsp vanilla essence or 1 vanilla pod, scraped

Top Layer:

2 avocados

2 bananas

¼ tsp Himalayan (or sea) salt

3 Tbsp raw cacao powder

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 tsp raw honey

2 cacao wafers

Okay so this is how you do it:

1. Place all base ingredients into TM on speed 10 for 5 seconds.

2. In a spring form round tin, press the mix into the base firmly and evenly.

3. Wipe out the TM and add all the ingredients for the middle layer. Blend on speed 8 for 10 seconds until smooth.

4. Pour this mixture into cake tin and spread evenly. Place tin in freezer to set the layer.

6. Meanwhile add the top layer ingredients into the TM and blend on speed 8 for 10 seconds until smooth.

7. Add this mixture to the tin and smooth to create a nice clean and even surface.

8. Garnish with some fresh fruit or berries.

9. Pop back into the freezer and leave to set for a couple of hours. This will make it easier to slice and serve.

If you don’t have a thermomix, your food processor and blender can be used in place of the thermomix.

Giveaway:

** This giveaway has now closed. The winner is Sandra. Congratulations!!**

If you would like to win a copy of Like Chocolate for Women and 53 Shades of Chocolate all you need to do is:

♥ Be a blog subscriber (add your email to the top right hand box)

♥ Visit Kim’s online shop here and have a browse

♥ Leave a comment on this blog post, telling me what other product from Like Chocolate for Women catches your eye

Terms:

This giveaway runs from now until Wednesday the 29th of May at midnight (AEST). The winner will be drawn using random.org, emailed and announced on this blog post from those meeting the entry requirements. Sorry, only available to those with an Australian address.

Good luck everyone!

Enjoy the cake and please let me know if you try it and what you think.

Anyone else a chocolate tragic like me?

In case you didn’t realize, this post contains links to my awesome affiliates! 🙂

“Self care is not selfish, it’s essential”

I am so excited to announce that I am now working with the gorgeous girls at Like Chocolate for Women and Twenty8!

You know the line, I loved it so much, I bought the company? Well, I haven’t bought the company, but I do love them so much that I have joined the company as an affiliate. This means that I can make a little pocket-money and cover the costs of my blogging, so I can continue to do what I do! I thank you so much for your support.

I can thoroughly recommend the products to you, having been a fan for many years. Kim Morrison is one of those beautiful souls that walks the talk of a healthy lifestyle. You can’t help but be inspired by her fabulous energy and enthusiasm. A real natural, new age mum from the Sunshine Coast in Queensland!

The book, Like Chocolate for Women, is a must read for any woman who is in need of some self-care. Touching on subjects like aromatherapy, making yourself a priority, how to age with grace, finding simple ways to exercise, making hormones your friend and preparing healthy nutritious meals, this book is a self-care bible that I keep coming back to all the time.

The girls also have a fantastic range of natural skin care and aromatherapy oils, called Twenty8 and host in-home SPArkle parties and Weekend Retreats.

I am going to be sharing some of their amazing knowledge with you on the blog. As you know, I adore my aromatherapy and I really think it’s something that everyone should get into to for optimum mind and body health.

Anyway, to celebrate, the lovely girls wanted to do a giveaway and introduce you to their products! I have a gorgeous prize pack which will be:

* A copy of the life-changing book, Like Chocolate for Women by Kim Morrison and Fleur Whelligan AND

* A body boost pack. The perfect pack to get you started on your body boosting journey! This is one of the most incredible and life-changing rituals you will ever embrace. It’s time to honor and nurture who you truly are and be grateful for the gifts you bring. It contains 100 ml Cold Pressed Carrier Oil, 50ml Magnesium Oil, White Ceramic Bowl and 10ml Synergy Blend.

Okay, so this is how you enter:

This giveaway is now closed. Thank you everyone for entering! The winner is Cindy S.

* Be a subscriber of my blog. Add your email on the top right hand side of the blog.

* Head over to the Like Chocolate for Women website and find the Body Boost Products. Comment on this blog post and tell me which one of the eight synergy aromatherapy blends you would like to win as part of your body boost pack.

Terms and Conditions:

This giveaway is only open to Australian residents. It closes on Friday the 16th of November at midnite. The winner will be chosen using random.org from those who have met all the entry requirements. You must mention one of the eight synergy blends to be eligible. I will email the winner and also announce on this blog post.

Many thanks to the girls at Like Chocolate for Women and Twenty8 for their support! Good luck everyone!

“Beauty is being yourself but with a sparkle”.

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