Valentine's Recipes!

Here are three healthy Valentine's Day recipes that incorporate adaptogens and aphrodisiacs for a delicious and nourishing celebration!

1. Maca Rose Cacao Love Bites 🍫🌹

Maca boosts energy and libido, while raw cacao enhances mood and blood flow.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour

• ¼ cup raw cacao powder

• 2 tbsp maca powder

• 2 tbsp almond butter

• 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted

• 2 tbsp honey or monk fruit syrup

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp cinnamon (warming and circulation-boosting)

• 1 tbsp dried rose petals (for beauty & a floral touch)

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until a dough forms.

2. Roll into small bite-sized balls and coat in extra cacao powder or crushed rose petals.

3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

   

   
   
   
   

2. Ashwagandha Strawberry Coconut Latte 🍓🥥

Ashwagandha helps reduce stress, while strawberries boost circulation and antioxidants.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk (or almond milk)

• ½ cup fresh strawberries

• 1 tsp ashwagandha powder

• 1 tsp raw honey or monk fruit sweetener

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp cinnamon

• 1 tbsp cacao nibs (optional, for crunch)

Directions:

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.

2. Warm on the stove for a cozy drink, or serve chilled over ice.

3. Top with cacao nibs or extra cinnamon.

   
   
   
   

3. Spiced Adaptogenic Hot Chocolate ☕🔥

Raw cacao is a powerful aphrodisiac, while reishi helps relax the nervous system.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups almond milk (or coconut milk for extra richness)

• 2 tbsp raw cacao powder

• 1 tsp reishi mushroom powder

• ½ tsp maca powder

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ¼ tsp cayenne (for a little spice 🔥)

• 1 tbsp raw honey or monk fruit sweetener

Directions:

1. Heat milk in a small pot over low heat.

2. Whisk in cacao, reishi, maca, cinnamon, cayenne, and sweetener until smooth.

3. Pour into a mug and enjoy warm!

 4. Rose & Ashwagandha Love Elixir

Rose is a traditional aphrodisiac, while ashwagandha is an adaptogen that helps with stress and hormonal balance.

🔹 Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond or oat milk

• 1 tsp ashwagandha powder

• 1 tbsp dried rose petals (food-grade)

• 1 tbsp honey

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

🔹 Instructions:

1. Warm the almond milk over low heat.

2. Stir in ashwagandha, rose petals, and vanilla. Let steep for 5 minutes.

3. Strain and sweeten with honey before serving.

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. Spiced Avocado & Pomegranate Salad

Pomegranates boost circulation, avocados support hormone health, and a little chili spice can enhance endorphins and excitement!

🔹 Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado, sliced

• 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

• 2 cups arugula

• 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds

• 1 tsp chili flakes

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Juice of 1/2 lemon

• Pinch of sea salt

🔹 Instructions:

1. Toss all ingredients together in a bowl.

2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.

3. Serve fresh!