I love snacks.
I love cookie dough.
I love chocolate chips.
I love it all. So I put it all in one. With a little protein powder to boot.
Stomach bug went away! Hallelujah. Not working out and napping most of the day makes JB feel like one soft gummy bear. Ugh, don’t you hate when I talk to myself in the third person? I sure do. Anywho, I’m back to my normal schedule without feeling like a sick gummy bear. Thank goodness. Everyone I know is getting sick lately. Hell, I was sick 3 times this season. THREE. And the season isn’t even over!! I think I only got sick once last year, but this season, the bugs have got the best of me. What is that about?
Moving on. Remember the other day, when I told you I was going to Vegas soon and asked for some advice about what shows I should see and what restaurants are the best? Well, luckily I got a few comments. But I still need more. A lot of people told me about off the strip stuff, which I’m sure is amazing, but to be honest, I want to be a tourist. I’ve never been to Vegas, so I want to live it up. Thankfully, I’m not 21 anymore, so I’m not looking to drink myself into a blackout, all while doing it as cheap as possible. I’m willing to spend a little money. So lay it on me people. Give me more places to visit.
I think my biggest stressor about Vegas is what I’m going to wear. I don’t really dress 21 year old slutty anymore. Now please don’t take that offensively if you’re 21. I’m speaking from my own experience. When I weighed 26 pounds and could fit into skin tight dresses. Well, that’s not really my style anymore. And I have more curves to work with along with some confidence. So what’s a girl to wear? Comfy shoes, obviously. But if I’m wearing comfy shoes, what do I wear along with them? Time to go shopping!!! Which means online. Obviously. Presents arriving at your doorstep is always the best plan.
That was an entirely pointless blog post. Kbye.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Balls
- Yield: 3-4 1x
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Vanilla Primal Fuel
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut butter, melted
- 1 heaping tablespoons almond butter
- 2 tablespoons almond milk (or coconut milk or water)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 2–3 tablespoons Enjoy Life Mini Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together protein powder, coconut sugar, and coconut flour.
- Then add coconut butter, almond butter, almond milk, vanilla extract and a tiny bit of salt.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Use a cookie scoop to make 8-9 balls. Firmly roll them keep them from falling apart.
- Place in the refrigerator to set and store in the fridge.
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I was in Vegas (on the strip) at a work conference in September. Check out the House of Blues Foundation room at the top of Mandalay Bay for pricey cocktails and amazing views of the strip!
Had a delicious dinner at Sage and a more low-key but still good meal at China Poblano. I would definitely want to check out a cool pool bar scene if I was there not for work, very “Vegas” you know. Have fun!
I have been OBSESSED with your blog since I started my paleo journey last April…just after a friend sent me your chicken enchilada stew recipe. It was so incredibly tastey I was sold on Paleo! I have since lost 12 pounds and feel immensely better!
For this recipe, could you use any protein powder (i have vanilla pea protein on hand) or omit the powder all together? Thanks so much for all of your amazing recipes!
absolutely!
Have you ever baked these? If so-what temp/how long?
Nope
Absinthe is a great Vegas show. It is in a tent outside the Ceaser’s I think. It is raunchy and hilarious. Plus they have great “cirque” type acts. Also, go to Holsteins Shakes and Buns at the Cosmopolitan. Amazing burgers and they will wrap them in lettuce so you don’t have to take off the bun. I think we ate there at least three times. 😉
Planning on seeing that!!
These are so simple!! I’d like to make them but don’t have any coconut butter.I I’ll try the coconut flakes trick! 🙂 I’m not paleo but I adore your recipes.
OK here’s my take on Vegas! The last time I went to Vegas I was appalled at the way the majority of the girls were dressed out at the clubs… 2 inch skirts, 6 inch heels…. I even have a pic of a girl in one of those said skirts leaning up against a glass wall with no panties on… :-/ And at the end of the night those 6 inch heel wearing girls were running around with nasty dirty feet holding their shoes… don’t suffer- be comfy… and have fun!! So I wore cute/funky/totally me outfits like black capri cargo pants with a slinky black sparkly top and some cool platform wedges and felt fantastic being me…
Enough about dressing… food-
Mon Ami Gabi at Paris Paris is so freaking good- their mussels… OMG and you sop up the juice with their fantastic bread… I know… I said bread >:-)
Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill is awesome- his corn and shrimp tamale appetizer is really tasty!!!
STACK at The Mirage has really yummy starters… we ordered a bunch of them and shared them- they area served in unique ways…rock shrimp, crab and jalapeño tacos, adult tater tots, baked mac n cheese…
Shows- I love Cirque Du Soliel!!! “O” is a MUST!!! and their Beatles show is insanely good!!! Those are the best 2 shows I have seen in Vegas hands down… I think The Beatles might be my fav!
Go to Serendipity and have a hot chocolate sundae… dude… nom….
Hope this helps!!!! There’s one more Asian place that I can’t think of, but when my girlfriend reminds me, I’ll add that restaurant, too!!!
I got married in Vegas and it was my first time there as well. Stayed & got married at Mandalay Bay & LOVED it! Wear comfy shoes and I wore jeans, shorts, tank tops…nothing slutty. However if you go out at night, something a little more dressy works. Went to see Jabbawockeez and that was an amazing show! Def. go visit “Old Vegas” while you are there…you’ll need a taxi for that. Hard Rock is NOT on the strip so if you want to go there we took a taxi. Go see the waterfall at Belliago. Fashion Show Mall is down the other end of the strip (near Trump Hotel) and we went there and that was nice. They have a catwalk that comes up and they do fashion shows there too. You could always go see Mrs. Spears and her concert. HAHA. But beware, we had a time difference (i’m in NC) so the first few days we were exhausted since Vegas is 3 hours behind us so do make sure to get some rest. And make sure you have some money! The food is pretty pricey there and just don’t look at the people on the street handing out “those cards” because if you make eye contact, they are ALL over you! 🙂 And always, go take a photo at the “Welcome to Vegas” sign! It’s right down from Mandalay Bay.
Quick question (and others can feel free to answer)…I’vhow often do you “cheat” and eat something non-paleo? Do you get sick and feel strange afterwards?
whenever i feel like it. but i rarely eat grains. i more so feel sick when i eat too much sugar though
A Cirque show is an absolute must. The last one we saw was “O” at Bellagio and it was awesome! While you’re there check out the atrium and the pool area. Be sure to walk through the Cosmopolitan and have your picture taken in the big red high heel shoe! The Wynn is worth a walk through too. As far as outfits go, be comfortable. You’ll do so much walking, it’s not worth it to be stylish but uncomfortable and in pain because you want to wear cute shoes. Trust me, nobody will notice, they are all in their own worlds. Of course this is coming from a 40 year old, so you might have a different opinion! Have fun!
The shows make the trip. Zumanity is amazing and Blue Man Group is fabulous as well! (just don’t wear that awesome dress if your seats are up front).
And you must… must… must have the experience of sitting at a blackjack table or standing at a craps table in a to-die-for dress with a cocktail in hand! Budget to lose a little so you can really enjoy the moment!