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I’m absolutely in love with Earth Balance products. Why?? They’re 100% natural, rich in omega 3′s, no trans fats, no GMO’s, and free of artificial ingredients of any kind. That’s important to me because I care about what goes into my body (duh) and about what my kids are eating. I always have their whipped organic earth balance buttery spread in my fridge and use it for a variety of purposes – as a spread, to saute, and to cook. I also use it (melted) to flavor popcorn.
That’s why I am super excited to announce that Earth Balance has two new fabulous products.
Organic Coconut Spread (vegan, gluten-free, no-GMO’s) – This rich, smooth, and creamy spread can be used for baking, sautéing, frying, spreading, and topping.
Click here for a link to more delicious recipes using coconut spread.
Annnnd Earth Balance Mindful Mayo (vegan, gluten-free, no cholesterol, no-GMO’s) – A savory, creamy alternative to mayonnaise. You can use it in salads (potato, tuna, macaroni, pasta, chicken), as a dressing, or as a sandwich spread.
Both of these products are now available at Whole Foods Markets.
I have some awesome news… 2 lucky Healthful Sense readers will get to try the coconut spread and mindful mayo fo Freeeeee.
First I’ll give you 2 yummy recipes to make with the coconut spread.
Gluten-Free Vegan Carrot Coconut Cake (the husband loved this one)!
Ingredients
3/4 c Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free all-purpose baking flour
1/3 cup coconut flour
1 tsp. gluten-free baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 tbsp. chia seeds soaked in 1/3 cup almond milk
1/2 cup almond milk
1/8 cup Earth Balance coconut spread (use peanut or almond butter if you don’t have coconut spread)
1/4 cup mashed pumpkin (you can also use applesauce or mashed banana)
1/8 cup honey
1/3 cup brown sugar (*no added sugar option –> 1/3 cup NuNaturals stevia baking blend)
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup carrots, grated
TIP —> When chia seeds are mixed with liquid, they form a thick gel, and you can use them to replace up to 2 eggs in recipes (for each egg use 1 tbsp. of chia seeds + 3 tbsp. liquid).
For this recipe combine 2 tbsp. of chia seeds + 1/3 cup of almond milk and let soak for 20 minutes. Stir the chia seeds about 10 minutes into the gelling process.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9 x 3 x 5 inch baking pan.
Once the chia seeds turn to gel add the rest of the wet ingredients and beat on medium speed until combined: chia seed gel, almond milk, coconut spread, pumpkin, honey, brown sugar, vanilla, and shredded carrots.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose baking flour, coconut flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon.
Add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Pour the cake batter into the pan evenly. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
Gluten-free Vegan Coconut Chia Pancakes
Ingredients
1 tbsp. chia seeds + 3 tbsp. almond milk (this is to replace the eggs)
1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 1/4 cup almond milk
2 tablespoons banana puree (applesauce or pumpkin will work)
1 tbsp. Earth Balance coconut spread
2 tsp. sweetener (honey, agave, brown rice syrup) (use 1 packet of stevia for a 0 calorie sweetener)
1 cup gluten-free baking flour (I used Bob’s Red Mill all-purpose baking flour)
1/4 cup coconut flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
In a medium bowl, mix chia seeds with 3 tbsp. of almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let sit for about 15 minutes. Add remaining wet ingredients: almond milk, banana, coconut spread, and sweetener (you may need more depending on how sweet you like the batter). Blend well.
In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon.
Gently mix wet into dry ingredients being careful not to overmix the batter. Lightly rub oil on a skillet (I usually use a paper towel) or spray skillet with a Misto. Cook pancakes over medium heat.
Ok… Here’s how to enter to win 2 Free products from Earth Balance. 2 winner’s will receive 1 coupon for a FREE Earth Balance coconut spread AND 1 coupon for a FREE Earth Balance mindful mayo.
I like to keep things simple so you only need to do step 1 to enter – BUT you can have up to 4 additional entries by doing steps 2 through 5.
Please leave a separate comment for each additional entry.
Step 1 is required to enter
1. Simply leave a comment and tell me if you’ve tried any Earth Balance products.
Steps 2 – 5 are optional Additional entries
2. “like” Healthful Sense on Facebook <– click link (1 additional entry – please leave a separate comment. If you have already liked facebook just leave a comment that you did).
3. “like” the Earth Balance on “Facebook Page” (<– click link) (1 additional entry – please leave a separate comment).
4. “follow” Healthful Sense on Twitter <– click link and sent out a tweet about this giveaway (1 additional entry – please leave a separate comment).
5. “subscribe” to Healthful Sense by RSS or email <– click link (1 additional entry – please leave a separate comment).
YOU MUST do step 1 or your entry will not count! Steps 2 through 5 are optional entries.
♥ Lisa @ Healthful Sense 
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For disclosures and rules please click here. Giveaway will end on July 5, 2011 at 11:59 PM PST. Giveaway open to U.S. entries only. The winner will be contacted by email and have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. Many thanks to Earth Balance for this giveaway opportunity!
No Purchase Necessary. Void where prohibited by law. Earth Balance provided coupons for this Giveaway.
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I haven’t tried Earth Balance, but I’ve been wanting to. I’ve heard really good things about the brand.
This cake seems delicious!!! And it is healthy food too. You made me hungry!
I’ve tried their basic spread!
I know a lot of folks who don’t eat eggs (they’re allergic, for health reasons, or concerns about animal cruelty). Here’s an awesome site that gives tips on cooking and baking without eggs: http://EggFreeLiving.com
this is the first i have heard of this product. i always like to try new products and the reciepe sounds very good.
I’ve tried their organic buttery spread. It was pretty good!
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Neato! I have not tried Earth Balance before but have been wanting to. Thank you for offering this sweet giveaway!
-Emily
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-Emily
I never tried their products…but I’d sure like to now!
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I have never tired any Earth Balance products, but only because I’ve never heard of them! I love finding new organic products!
I already like Healthful Sense of Facebook
I already subscribe to Healthful Sense via email
ohh I love your recipes so why not subscribe!
Those products look lovely! I usually stay away from some of the healthy margarine alternatives because I don’t want to eat too much soy but I love the idea of the coconut based product.
Your cake and pancakes look simply scrumptious!
I have tried the Earth Balance spread and really enjoyed the taste on bread and in baking
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I’ve never used EB products but I’d love to try that coconut spread. It’s right up my alley!!
I’m following you on twitter!!
I already subscribe to your blog!
I “liked” Earth Balance on facebook <3
I love the Earth Balance sticks for baking, and my husband likes the spread for toast and bagels. I’d love to try the coconut spread and the mayo!
I have never tried any of the products but they all sound fabulous!!
not as of yet but i really need to eat healthier
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WHAT ON EARTH?! that’s WILD that they’re adding coconut spread to the mix!! I use their spread a lot, often to sautee veggies! Yumbo.
I love EB products! I haven’t tried all of them but I rely on them frequently, especially for baking.
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Love this giveaway! We always buy the earth balance butter. I didn’t even realize they made other products!
Liked EB on facebook.
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This cake sounds amazing!
I have tried earth balance margarine before, but I LOVE the idea of coconut spread. Sounds yummy!
I have yet to be fortunate enough to try an Earth Balance product!
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I already like Earth Balance on FB!
I follow Healthful Sense on Twitter!
I posted about this giveaway on my Twitter profile!
I’ve subscribed to Healthful Sense through my yahoo page!
I’ve not tried any Earth Balance products but I want to! Next time I get by Whole Foods…
I have already liked Healthful Sense on Facebook.
I already follow Healthful Sense via Twitter and I just re-tweeted a blurb about this Earth Balance contest.
I already subscribe to Healthful Sense emails.
I have liked Earth Balance on Facebook.
I have never tried Earth Balance based products, but would like to try the vegan mayonnaise. That mixed with organically grown potatoes for vegan potato salad.
Hope to win!
I have a tub of their soy-free spread in my fridge. I used it to make some apricot bars for my toddler over the weekend. I love their products!
I’ve tried their healthy margarine before. Would love to try their mayo and coconut spread!
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Love the recipes. I haven’t tried these products but would love to.
i have not tried any earth balence products
I haven’t tried Earth Balance yet, but they’re on my “to try” list.
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I like Earth Balance on facebook
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Hello Lisa, I found your site through links in other food blogs. I’ve enjoyed some of your ideas. I LOVE Earth Balance! I get the soy-free version, as I have to eat gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, corn-free, sugar-free, caffeine-free and no artificial ANYTHING! I am a 4-year stage IV ovarian cancer survivor/patient who did NOT do chemo or radiation. Instead, I have relied on healing from Jesus Christ. He also led me to an alternative doctor who radically changed the way I eat. I had lots of food intolerances and just did not know it! I really apapreciate food bloggers like you and Elana and Amy and Carrie. I wish I had found you guys four years ago– my life would have been sooooo much easier. But, at least I found you now! I do already subscribe to your site by email… Thanks!
I’ve never tried any but they sound delicious
I have not tried any Earth Balance products.
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I have tried the Earth Balance original spread and it’s great! I love to put in on toast and anything else calling for butter. I usually use Veganaise for my mayo substitute, but would definitely switch over if this one is better.
I love EB soy free buttery spread. Would love to try their new products!
I use Earth Balance when I’m cooking for my vegan friends.
I have never tried their products and am not familiar with the brand at all. Very eager to try after your review.
have not tried
Earth Balance is wonderful on popcorn with a little brewers yeast!!
I haven’t tried any of their products yet.
I’ve never tried any of these products yet, but they sound intriguing. I’ll have to keep an eye out for them.
I have not yet tried their products, but would love to!
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I buy my Earth Balance at Whole Foods but have not seen this products yet.
I have not tried any earth balence products
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I’ve tried their basic spread!
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I’ve tried the Earth Balance butter before. It was good.
I like Healthful Sense on Facebook (Amy Anderson)
I like Earth Balance on FB (Amy Anderson)
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I have tried their natural buttery spread and I loved it.
I like Healthful Sense on Facebook.
I like Earth Balance on Facebook.
I’ve only tried Earth Balance buttery spread, but these new products look great!
I haven’t trid any Earth Balance Products yet. The recopes look delicious.
i haven’t tried them before
I have not tried earth balance yet. I do make all my own breads, etc. though since I do not eat wheat or grains. I would love to try this coconut spread! I use almond flour and cocnut flour, too.
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I have never tried these products, but I would LOVE TO
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Your cake and pancakes look simply scrumptious! Instead, I have relied on healing from Jesus Christ. I haven’t tried all of them but I rely on them frequently, especially for baking.
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