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Larabar Pops…you can forget about Cake-Pops!
My daughter celebrated her 7th birthday! Wow, how time flies. For her class party I wanted the treat to be healthy, fun, and delicious! Since she loves cake pops, I tried my best to make the healthy version-using a Raw Larabar … Continue reading
Posted in Dessert, Raw, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan
Tagged forget about cake pops, Healthy, healthy birthday snacks, larabar pops, raw, snacks, Vegan
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Delicious and Healthy Energy Rounds
I find that having healthy snacks in the house help with the lurking sugar cravings and junk food temptations! These energy rounds are healthy, sweet, and just the right pick-me-up for those sluggish times during the day. Why are these … Continue reading
Posted in Dessert, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan
Tagged cacao nibs, Coconut, energy rounds, Healthy, snacks
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No Bake Oatmeal Cookies….the Healthy version!
Oh, the traditional “No bake oatmeal cookies” in all of their gooey-goodness! I remember making them with my mom. Eating the “batter” was my favorite part; it didn’t change when my made this healthier version. Yum. I am so thankful … Continue reading
Homemade Coconut Milk
Coconut has many amazing health benefits. I have always been a fan of coconut, but knowing it’s quality has made me a HUGE FAN! We use coconut oil in baking, as a moisturizer, in our homemade hair gels & lip balms, … Continue reading
Posted in Being active, DIY, My Journey, Recipes, Vita Mix
Tagged DIY, frugal, Healthy, homemade coconut milk, Organic, Vita Mix
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Easy Banana Pudding
I believe finding easy and healthy dessert recipes is what helps families to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This recipe is probably one of my favorites because it is so versatile, fun, refreshing, and fast. Get creative! Ingredients: (Adapted from Mywholefoodlife.com) 2-3 frozen … Continue reading
Posted in Being active, Dessert, DIY, Free Family Activities, Recipes, Vita Mix
Tagged banana pudding, Easy Dessert, Healthy, Vita Mix
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Healthier Tuna (Half) Sandwiches
I grew up with broiled Tuna Half Sandwiches. It was one of the those easy recipes my Mom used on busy nights that soon became a family favorite. The only problem was, mayonnaise-and lots of it. Today, I tried something … Continue reading
Posted in Appetizers, Dinner, Recipes, Snacks
Tagged easy recipes, Healthy, sandwiches, tuna
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Cheddar Cheese Crackers
We are huge fans of crackers in our home. I’ve made crackers before, but they are just too time consuming. When I saw these 3 ingredient crackers I knew I had to try them. I am so thankful I did. I … Continue reading
Not just any Sugar Cookie…
I am thrilled to have a healthy alternative to the classic Sugar Cookies. These cookies are very tasty, everyone in my household approved. The real test will be when I take them to my kids classes tomorrow for their Easter … Continue reading
Posted in Dessert, Recipes
Tagged coconut sugar, cookies, easter, Healthy, healthy sugar cookies, maple cream cheese frosting, natural food coloring
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Maple Mocha
I love a good mocha! This recipe, thanks to 100 Days of Real Food, is the best homemade recipe I’ve had. It is easy to make, eliminates refined sugars, and tastes great! SERVES: 1 INGREDIENTS ½ teaspoon unsweetened cocoa (cacao … Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Dessert, Recipes, Snacks
Tagged Cup of Joe, Espresso, Healthy, Maple Mocha
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Whole Wheat Peanut Butter Cookies
Taking refined sugars out of our life has been a hard adjustment for the kids. They have the understanding as to why but feel like they are missing out of the “good stuff”. I am realizing how important it is … Continue reading
Posted in Dessert, My Journey, Recipes
Tagged Healthy, mom approved dessert, Organic, peanut butter cookies, whole food
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