This summer I developed a smoothie bowl obsession. Indeed I think my blender would cry if it could: the poor thing had to stand me and my crazy fruit-veg combinations all summer. But it will have to endure at least another season because this pumpkin coconut smoothie bowl is definitely the creamiest, most delicious breakfast you can have this fall. You can put it together in 5 minutes and it will fill you up until lunch! Plus it’s gluten and dairy free. I am not a fan of cold breakfasts but you can use a frozen banana if you prefer a chilled smoothie bowl! Pumpkin spice smoothie bowl 2/3 cup coconut milk 1/3 cup almond milk (or any milk) 1 cup pumpkin puree 1 banana (frozen if you want a cold breakfast) 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice 1/2 … [Read more...]
Back to School Breakfast: Smoothies and Muffins
Are you failing at back to school breakfast? This school year, be at the top of the class with a stress-free breakfast plan! Gather your supplies, pack your freezer, and add these words to your breakfast vocabulary: smoothies and muffins! Smoothies Pre-packaged smoothie kits from your grocer's freezer section are convenient but pricey. You can create your own at home! Put yogurt (your choice of flavor) into ice cube trays (fill about 1/3 full) and freeze until solid. Toss about two cups of frozen fruits (either store bought or fresh fruit you've frozen) into freezer bags along with a handful of your yogurt cubes. Label the bag with the ingredients and date. Pour contents of bag into your blender, add some milk (cow, soy, or nut) or juice and blend until smooth! Create … [Read more...]
10 Recipes For Smoothies
Smoothies? Are the yum. I love starting my day with a delicious smoothie, chock full of fruits (and sometimes veggies!). I have smoothie recipes bookmarked for when we need extra vitamin C or a smoothie recipe for getting extra protein in our diets. My boys love them, too. (Okay, some more than others.) Once one of my bigger boys asked if there was ice cream in his strawberry banana smoothie. No, dear. That's the beauty of blending a bunch of delicious flavors together. It's a real treat.We also call that a motherhood win! Interested in some of my favorite smoothie recipes? Good! Because I've compiled ten of my favorite delicious and healthy smoothie recipe links just for YOU. Enjoy! 1.) Peach Cobbler Protein Shake by Dashing Dish. 2.) Healthy Protein Smoothies by Cooking … [Read more...]
7 No-Bake Desserts You Are Sure To Love
The traditional baking season is behind us. Baking pies and cakes can leave your kitchen feeling hot. The weather will be getting warmer in the coming months. These seven desserts will keep you cool and satisfied until the last bite. What's not to love about this dessert from Key Ingredient? Peanut butter cups, Oreos, chocolate pudding...it's looks divine. It's Girl Scout Cookie season and I know you're looking for something to do with the fifteen boxes you ordered from the neighbor girl. Dine and Dish has the perfect recipe for you and your favorite cookie! Take me to a smoothie shop and every time I will order a peanut butter and banana smoothie. Thanks to Hot Polka Dot I can now make myself one at home. And you can, too. Mmmm...I bet this dessert from Chef in … [Read more...]
3 Delicious Smoothie and Juicing Recipes for Fall
Did you know that the month of September is Healthy Aging Month? I didn't either, but what a great way to kick off some fall smoothie and juicing recipes that will have you aging gracefully and beautifully. One of the first things that come to mind when I think of fall is pumpkin. Throw in some squash, sweet potatoes, yams, and cranberries and you've got yourself a taste bud party in the making. Other fruits, veggies and flavors that come to mind include kale, spinach, oranges, apples (which are all the rage in Upstate NY), vanilla bean, cinnamon, honey and nutmeg. Now that we have a palette to work with, let's see about juicing our way to healthier bodies. Photo by Oh She Glows Sweet Potato Smoothie When I came across the Sweet Potato Soup recipe, I darn near drooled all over my … [Read more...]
