Peaches are in season and I have been getting creative in the kitchen coming up with new breakfast ideas for my toddler. Are you a busy mom, who is running out of breakfast or snack ideas for your child? If you answered yes, then I have the perfect option for you! These Blueberry Peach Whole…
Peach Oatmeal Pancakes
Are you a mom who is running out of ideas of what to give your child for breakfast? Give these Peach Oatmeal Pancakes a try! These are a hit with my two year old, leaving her to always ask for more. As a mom myself, I know it can be a struggle when your child…
No-Bake Oatmeal Bite Easter Nests
Are you looking for a healthier Easter treat? Give these Oatmeal Bite Easter Nests a try and I promise you and your guests won’t be disappointed! No-Bake Oatmeal Bite Easter Nests Ingredients (Makes ~ 24 bites) 1 cup large flake or quick oats 1/4 cup flax meal 2 Tbsp shredded unsweetened coconut 1.5 Tbsp chia…
Pumpkin Cheesecake
Pumpkin Cheesecake Ingredients 1/2-3/4 cup melted margarine 2-3 cups graham wafer crumbs 8-oz package light cream cheese, softened 1 cup icing sugar 1/2 container large light cool whip (approx. 1.5 cups) 1 Tbsp pumpkin pie spice ** 2 cups pureed pumpkin Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Use a little bit of the melted…
Zucchini Bread
Do you have an endless supply of zucchini and don’t know what you are going to do with it all? If you have a garden and plant zucchini and are anything like my mom, you will have numerous zucchinis that could be used as a baseball bat, they are so big (maybe not quite, but…
Chicken Fajita Bowls
Looking for a quick meal idea you can toss together quickly on busy nights? I can tell you first hand that it can be difficult to continue to eat healthy when your life gets busy. However, doing a bit of meal planning (see Meal Planning and it’s Beneficial Impact) can help you stay on track…
Heart Beet Energy Bites
Energy bites are such a versatile snack that you can eat them almost anywhere, whether it be at work, school, post workout, or in the car! These ones are a little different than the typical energy bite you may think of because these include beets. High in fibre and protein, these are a well balanced…
Meal Planning and it’s Beneficial Impact
Do you go grocery shopping and buy a lot of nutritious foods with great intention in eating healthy, but then end up throwing away a lot of it because it spoiled before you had a chance to use it? We have all been there! We say we want to eat healthy, but then 4:00 roles…
Health Benefits to Eating Breakfast and Breakfast Ideas that are Sure to Leave you Satisfied!
Have you been told you should always eat breakfast, and then wonder what is so special about that first meal of the day compared to any other meal? Why all the hype about breakfast? Breakfast has been shown to have many health benefits, so if you are one of those breakfast haters or always skip…
Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
Have you jumped on the bandwagon for overnight oats yet? If not, I really urge you to try them, especially if you are one of those people who never have time to make breakfast in the morning. There are endless combinations for overnight oats, and just like the name suggests, they are made the night…
Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
Not sure what to have for breakfast? Bored of the same thing everyday? Feeling an urge to eat shortly after you finish your breakfast? Give these Banana Oatmeal Pancakes a try! They are delicious and very filling. They are a great source of fibre and protein, two important nutrients to consider at breakfast. Read my…
Pumpkin Gluten-Free Brownies
Healthy dessert. Simple to make. And delicious. Can you ask for anything better?! I promise after you try these brownies, you probably won’t want to have brownies any other way! Pumpkin Gluten-Free Brownies Ingredients Brownie: 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1/2 cup almond butter 1 large egg 1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp honey 1/4 cup cocoa…