One summer I bought a container of candied pecans at Costco. They were so good, and so addicting, that I ate the entire two pounds of nuts in 3 days. We’re hosting a Christmas party soon, and I wanted to come up with a snack that was not only healthier than the standard bag ofClick to Continue »
Nutella Collagen Protein Bars
Ok, fine. I didn’t REALLY make these with Nutella. But calling these “store-brand chocolate hazelnut spread collage protein bars” is a bit of a mouthful, dontcha think? On the same token, you’re going to want a mouthful of these bars because… Well, have you ever had something so good, you hid it from the restClick to Continue »
Homemade Pumpkin Larabar Bites
Ever since I started training for my first marathon, I’ve been more particular about the food I eat. Plain pancakes become protein pancakes, plan smoothies become protein smoothies and I’m making homemade larabars when I have to replenish lost carbs ASAP. Aaaand since it’s the season for everything pumpkin, I’ve given homemade larabars a newClick to Continue »
25+ Real Food Snacks Ready in 5 Minutes or Less
School’s back in session and, if you’re like me, you could always use a few more ideas for quick breakfasts, healthy school lunches, and simple snacks to keep the kids satisfied until dinner time. I love the convenience of packaged snack foods but, even the more expensive “healthy” versions of packaged snacks often contain flavors and additives IClick to Continue »
No-bake Sweet Salty Energy Bites
As much as I love peanut butter chocolate chip granola bars, I’m currently in love with something round and mini. More specifically, something round and mini that tastes like peanut butter and chocolate and pretzels all rolled up together in a cute little ball that can be devoured in two bites. I like to callClick to Continue »
No Bake Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
You know you’ve done something right when the family fights over who gets the last piece of something you’ve made, like these peanut butter chocolate chip granola bars. It started with my black bean brownies. I made a double batch on Monday to cover snacks and desserts for the week, but Mr. Crumbs had beenClick to Continue »
Easy and Healthy Homemade Gummies
If I could pick only one topping for frozen yogurt, it would be gummy bears. My whole life I’ve loved gummy everything. Bears, worms, sour… (sour patch kids were THE BOMB!). Now there’s even “life saver” gummies and “jolly rancher” flavors too. Oh my. I’m not sure whether to rejoice at the myriad of gummyClick to Continue »
Homemade Honey Roasted Almonds for Salads or Snacks
It’s that time of year when most of us are getting back on track with planning, purchasing, and preparing healthy foods (three cheers for us!). At our house, that means aiming for more smoothies, more salads, and more vegetables at the dinner table. But I have a confession to make. Even after all the effortClick to Continue »