My inspiration for this recipe stems for peanut butter banana toast. It is one of my favorite quick and healthy snacks, and I often add cinnamon and dried cranberries for extra pizzazz. I was in the mood for baking today (per usual), so I decided …
This vibrant dish has a unique flavor combination that will bring a party to your taste buds! It is vegan, gluten-free, and takes only about 10 minutes to prepare. Besides being totally delicious, it is also quite nutrient dense. Here is what each ingredient brings …
These pancakes are sure to bring a bright start to your morning, especially since this recipe is a healthy twist on classic blueberry pancakes. These blueberry banana pancakes are just so energizing and nutritious! From oats to banana, Greek yogurt, and eggs – they’ve got …
For those times when life gets hectic, make this vegan recipe a go-to. It’s an ultimate winter comfort meal! With plenty of protein and healthy carbs from the beans, a hearty chew from the rice, and a strong balance of vegetables, this soup is quite …
Wow – what a year it has been. 2018 was certainly a year of many new experiences and a lot of growth. Reflecting on the past 12 months, there are several highlights worth mentioning. From finishing my last season of club gymnastics alongside my sister …
Over the years, my mom has always made my Nana’s apple bundt cake for special occasions. Let me tell you, it’s absolutely delicious… so moist and full of apple bits. The cake itself has an unbeatable flavor, but the sweet glaze that covered the cake …
Delightfully moist, naturally sweet from the bananas, and super chocolatey, these muffins will bring you to breakfast heaven. With cocoa powder, melted chocolate chips, and un-melted chocolate chips incorporated, these muffins are a chocolate lovers dream. Plus, you can have these cuties completely ready to …
Who doesn’t love a good oatmeal raisin cookie? I certainly do! Actually, oatmeal raisin cookies are my all time favorite… even though chocolate chip and snickerdoodle come really close. I am also a huge fan of dried cranberries, so using half raisins and half dried …
I was in the holiday baking spirit the other day, and gingerbread muffins seemed like the perfect thing to make. The only problem? I did not have any molasses on hand. So, I whipped up these cuties using maple syrup instead, and they turned out …
These apple pie energy balls are great for a sweet pick me up, and they are super good for you! Healthy and delicious, this recipe comes together in just five minutes. A total win-win-win if you ask me! Simply combine all of the wholesome ingredients in …
I kept eyeing my near full jar of tahini sitting around after making edamame hummus. Naturally, I started brainstorming what I was going to do with the rest, and I decided to try baking with it! Although ground sesame seeds in cookies may seem a …
My kitchen gadget inventory grew recently when I picked up a mini food processor, and I could not wait to use it! The next day, while getting distracted at the grocery store (like I often do), I found myself looking at the different types of …
A little bit tropical, a little bit sweet, a little bit plain delicious! Banana, pineapple, and coconut intermingle in this simple muffin recipe. Plus, this breakfast treat is on the healthier side 🙂 [cooked-recipe id=”3263″]
Avocado toast is certainly toward the top of my “best breakfasts” lists. Why? It’s healthy, delicious, and so simple to prepare! This version adds goat cheese and black beans for a scrumptious twist on the trendy toast. A good source of healthy fats and a …
This warm farrow salad makes for a healthy, balanced meal without requiring much time and effort. Full of flavor and texture, this dish is a perfect weekday lunch or dinner! The chickpeas are vital, but feel free to play with the other vegetables in the …
This cocoa quinoa bowl is the perfect breakfast to start your day off right and keep you energized! Plus, it’s vegan and absolutely delicious! Hunger satisfying and nutritionally dense, it is… Packed with protein from the quinoa and protein powder High in antioxidants thanks to …
Elevate your lunch regimen with this nutritious salad! Combining pineapple and balsamic creates a perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and the farro adds a lovely chew, not to mention whole grains. The goat cheese provides some tartness, and the walnuts add earthiness and texture. …
Satisfying and sophisticated, this recipe will make your taste buds do a little dance. The crisp crust creates a lovely base, and the toppings bring the wow-factor. The pear and fig paste pair perfectly with the goat cheese, and they give a bit of sweetness …
This is another wonderful fall treat that will warm your heart and your taste buds. It is naturally sweet with the maple syrup and apples, hearty thanks to the brown rice, and has a lovely cinnamon spice twist. [cooked-recipe id=”3075″]
Let’s get one thing straight: you simply HAVE to make these pumpkin spice pancakes. I promise you won’t regret it! Breakfast for dinner, or breakfast for breakfast, they are the perfect fall treat. They smell amazing, they taste even better, and they are good for …
These granola balls are such a yummy and healthy grab-and-go snack. Fruity, nutty, and chewy, they are so much better than standard granola bars you find in a grocery store. For one, they are cute and bite sized, so you can just pop a few …
All the fall flavors come together in this warming recipe. Complete with pumpkin, sweet potatoes, apples and a festive spice blend, you’ll want to snuggle up with this healthy soup every day. To make this nourishing bowl of goodness, start by dicing the sweet potatoes, …
Treat yourself to dessert for breakfast with this overnight berry parfait! This recipe is one of my favorite on-the-go breakfasts because of its sweet and satisfying nature. Balanced and healthy, it makes for a perfect start to your day. Simply prepare the night before and …
These are actually pumpkin-spice-oatmeal-cranberry cookies, but that is quite a mouthful, and it only takes one word to describe them: scrumptious. Plus, they taste like fall and waft an amazing cinnamon spice aroma through your kitchen. So, I decided to call them “autumn favorite cookies” …
This rice pudding parfait is like no other! Both pudding recipes are great on their own, but combining them creates something absolutely fantastic. The banana pairs perfectly with the black rice and offers natural sweetness, where the peach delightfully compliments the jasmine rice and vanilla …
Although these cookies are both vegan and gluten-free, you certainly don’t need to have a special diet to enjoy them. Chewy on the inside, crunchy on the outside, and chocolaty all over, they are absolutely scrumptious! Plus, they are better for you than your typical …
As an ambitious girl with a busy schedule and a passion for eating a balanced diet, I am always looking for ways to make recipes healthier and more efficient. On top of being absolutely scrumptious, these blueberry banana muffins accomplish both of those things. By …
These vegetable packed pancakes started out as an experiment, but they actually turned out AMAZING – almost like fluffy veggie burgers! Savory and full of flavor, try these quick and easy pancakes when you feel like something out of the ordinary. With a little blender …
Getting creative with toast is a great way to switch up your morning routine. Try this peach and berry toast for a easy, balanced, and satisfying breakfast! [cooked-recipe id=”2921″]
These pancakes are so quick and easy! A few pulses in the blender and a flip on the griddle, then voila! Packed with approximately 30 grams of protein per serving and zero “unhealthy” ingredients, this recipe is an absolutely delicious recovery food! Plus, the berry …
These delightful carrot cake cupcakes are based off a recipe in The Fannie Farmer Cookbook with a few modifications. I absolutely love the flavor and texture the pineapple adds…it certainly sets these apart from other carrot cakes. Perfectly moist, flavorful, and satisfying, this recipe yields 24 …
Decorating for my graduation party was a lot of fun, and it turned out beautiful! I wanted a rustic, glowing theme complete with bulb lights, gorgeous centerpieces, and, of course, a bonfire for s’mores. These ideas can be adapted for many occasions, and without further …
These oat bars make a perfect, chewy, yet slightly sweet snack to power you through your day! They are simple to make and slightly softer than traditional granola bars. Plus, apples and cinnamon make everything better… am I right? Place in a cool, dry place …
Smoothie bowls are one of my favorite breakfasts… they are just so quick, healthy, energizing, and, above all, delicious! Here is a list of some of my favorite creations… Pretty Pink Protein Smoothie Bowl This pretty pink creation is one of my go-to …
This recipe is super versatile, and can be altered to fit your tastes and dietary needs. However, it is extremely wholesome, quick, easy, delicious, and makes for an balanced, energy boosting meal no matter how you make it! Here’s what I put in this wrap …
The addition of apples and cinnamon to bread certainly adds a wow factor that brings delight to each bite. Cinnamon and apples has to be one of my all time favorite flavor combinations, it just tastes so good! However, you can easily substitute the filling …
Baking bread may seem like a daunting task, but I promise most of the work involves waiting for the dough to rise! Plus, it is totally worth it… this homemade bread recipe is so much tastier, healthier, and fresher than most breads you find on …
This was my Nana’s recipe, and these blueberry squares have been a longtime family favorite. They make for the perfect treat anytime… breakfast, snack, dessert, you name it! Bake at your own risk though… they’re addicting! [cooked-recipe id=”2753″]
This vegan salad is packed full of nutrient dense super foods and makes for a beautiful, balanced lunch! Greens (ex: spinach, kale, spring greens) Quinoa Edamame Walnuts Avocado slices Dried cranberries Blueberries Carrots Orange maple vinaigrette Pineapple balsamic salad… sweet and tangy! Greens Farrow Pineapple …
These are truly decadent! Simply put, they taste like a pancake with a fluffy, souffle texture, but the vanilla extract and orange juice give extra pizzazz and flavor. Not to mention, the crazy rise makes for a sweet and exciting breakfast. For pancake and souffle lovers alike, …
Not only does substituting Greek yogurt for some of the fat add a healthy twist on a breakfast classic, it adds a lovely flavor and texture. Sweet, moist, and scrumptious, this recipe will have you reaching for seconds! [cooked-recipe id=”2581″]
