This perfect healthier pecan bar replaces the traditional corn syrup and refined sugars with maple syrup. In creating this recipe, I wanted to keep the balance of sweet, gooey, crunchy and nutty of a traditional pecan bar and not compromise on the flavor or texture. Substituting maple syrup for the corn syrup and refined white… Continue reading Healthier Maple Pecan Bars
Category: Snack
Healthier Banana Bread
February 23rd is National Banana Bread Day. This is my all time favorite banana bread recipe. It is quick and easy to make and no one will notice that healthier ingredients were used. When learning to bake, banana bread was one of the first things I tried. It is the most delicious, moist bread I… Continue reading Healthier Banana Bread
Almond Flour Granola Bar
This nutty grain free granola bar recipe is incredibly tasty and packed with nutrients. It is perfect for breakfast, sprinkled on top of oatmeal or yogurt, used as a cereal, or just eaten as a crunchy granola bar. This bar can be made vegan, is gluten free, grain free, paleo, healthy, natural, made without preservatives,… Continue reading Almond Flour Granola Bar
Chocolate Chia Pudding Parfait
This healthy, quick and easy, no cook breakfast, snack or dessert is perfect for supercharging your day. Made with nutrient rich chia seeds, this delicious parfait is packed with fiber, protein, calcium, and antioxidants. Chia seeds are a superfood, simply put, they are beneficial to your health and well-being. The secret to this Chocolate… Continue reading Chocolate Chia Pudding Parfait
Summer Berry Crisp
Is it a crisp, crumble, cobbler or buckle? How can you tell the difference? Here is a guide to identifying the difference between these delicious desserts. All consist of baked fruit that are combined with similar fillings and flavor. What makes these dishes different are the toppings used and the overall structure of the dessert.… Continue reading Summer Berry Crisp
Cold Sesame Peanut Noodles
Sheltering at home has pushed us to cook more frequently and expand our repertoire. Recipe chain emails are being shared with friends, family and strangers around the world. I hear from friends who were cautious cooks that they are creating beautiful meals for their family and are so proud of taking culinary risks. Is everyone… Continue reading Cold Sesame Peanut Noodles
Pesto Poppers
Pesto Poppers are one of my favorite vegetables to make. They come together quickly, are a wonderful snack, an impressive appetizer or a nice side dish and the filling options are endless. For this recipe, I filled mini sweet peppers with a basil pesto. The poppers and pesto take only a few minutes to prep… Continue reading Pesto Poppers
Kale Chips
Kale Chips are a delicious snack and taste great crumbled on salads, grains and vegetables. They can be found in all many markets, and are a healthier alternative to chips. After trying a few different brands, I found they were either too salty or over spiced. I set out to make my own and found… Continue reading Kale Chips