Creamy banana pudding served over a walnut-pretzel crust makes for a perfect light dessert. Both gluten free and vegan, this dessert is guilt free and absolutely delicious! “I received free samples of California walnuts mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the California Walnut Commission and am…
Lemon Tea Bread {Gluten free, Dairy Free}
Fresh lemon zest and lemon juice give this bread subtle lemon flavor and makes it the perfect bread for a tea party, special brunch, or weekend breakfast.
Pistachio Marshmallows
Marshmallows are SO delicious! Light and fluffy, homemade marshmallows are just dreamy! I wanted to come up with a fun green treat for my kids for St. Patrick’s Day, and these were just perfect! They love the pistachio salad my mom makes that has marshmallows, pineapple, and pistachio pudding, but my daughter can’t eat dairy…
Strawberry Beet Smoothie (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
Strawberries and beet lightly sweetened with honey and blended with coconut milk make this beautiful smoothie the perfect healthy treat! It has been dreary here lately. Rainy, cloudy, cold. NO fun. I need some sunshine in my life!!! Enter this Strawberry Beet Smoothie! Foods with vibrant colors make me happy, especially in the winter when…
Cranberry Orange Bread
This lightened-up bread combines fresh cranberries and orange juice to make a treat that is both light and delicious! It is a great healthier option for a fall or holiday brunch, and tastes as wonderful as it looks! I love when the seasons change and new foods show up in the grocery store! In the…
Pumpkin Spice Popcorn
Light and healthy, this pumpkin spice popcorn is the perfect fall treat for your next movie night! Movie nights are a big hit in our house. We clear out the living room, spread blankets and pillows out on the floor, let the kids pick a movie, and make a batch of homemade popcorn. There’s nothing…
Apple Berry Crisp
Warm and comforting, this apple berry crisp combines the best of both worlds; apples and delicious fall spices, and berries bursting with sweetness. This is a family favorite for sure! Luke and I recently took the kiddos apple picking, which was SO much fun! The farm we visited had apple trees that had really low…
Strawberry Beet Chia Jam
I love jam of all kinds, and while I LOVE filling my pantry shelves with canned jams and preserves, it can be time consuming. Anytime I need some quick jam, I break out my chia jam recipe. It’s super simple, and can be ready in 20 minutes or less! I’ve been making strawberry chia jam…
{White Bean} Blondies
These cookie bars are soft, chewy, and full of chocolate. They are secretly healthy, with navy beans, flax meal, and whole wheat flour, and are unbelievably delicious! I love creating deliciously healthy dessert alternatives! I took this to a family gathering over the weekend, and some of my family can be really suspicious of the…
Dark Chocolate Coconut Pops
Looking for a cool summer treat? These popsicles are rich, creamy, and delicious! Made with coconut milk, yogurt, and honey, and coated in dark chocolate, they couldn’t be simpler to make. Perfect for a hot summer day! We used to live near a health food store that had these magical popsicles. As you can probably…
