PUMPKIN ALKALINE DESSERT IDEAS

1. **Alkaline Pumpkin Spice Muffins:**
- Ingredients:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine almond flour, pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sea salt. Mix until well combined.
3. Fold in chopped walnuts if using.
4. Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the muffins to cool before serving.

2. **Alkaline Pumpkin Chia Pudding:**
- Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- Pinch of sea salt
- Instructions:
1. In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, and sea salt.
2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, allowing the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken the pudding.
3. Stir the pudding before serving and top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a few chopped nuts if desired.

3. **Alkaline Pumpkin Coconut Bliss Balls:**
- Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
- Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, shredded coconut, almond flour, coconut flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sea salt.
2. Mix until well combined and the mixture holds together.
3. Form the mixture into small balls using your hands.
4. Place the bliss balls on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
5. Once set, the bliss balls are ready to be enjoyed. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

These recipes incorporate alkaline ingredients and the natural goodness of pumpkins for a delicious and healthy dessert option. Enjoy!