These energy bites are loaded with dried strawberries and collagen for an easy, raw, bite-sized, naturally sweetened snack! No baking required, gluten free, dairy free, refined sugar free. I’ve been trying to perfect a certain recipe lately, but I’ve been failing repeatedly and I think I’m going to shelve that one for a while. You…
Sweet Snacks
Coconut Lemon Poppy Seed Energy Bites
An easy bite-sized, naturally sweetened snack packed with coconut and lemon flavors and dotted with poppy seeds. No bake, raw, gluten free, dairy free, paleo and vegan! We’re down to a little over a month before our wedding, and I’m finally starting to acknowledge that maybe I should put down the doughnuts and do a…
Cranberry Bliss Puppy Chow
Dried cranberries, white chocolate, crystallized ginger and orange flavors give this a winter holiday flavor blast. Addictive and easy to eat by the handful, you can call it puppy chow, muddy buddies, whatever you want – because no matter what, it’s delicious! I have a small addiction to all things “cranberry bliss”: cranberry bliss bars,…
Candied Pecans
An easy gift for the holidays! Sweet and flavored with cinnamon and sugar, these candied pecans are an addicting snack that’s perfect for a crowd. I’ve been making candied pecans every year during the holidays for… um… forever? I honestly can’t remember a time when I didn’t make them. It’s my go-to snack to bring…
Chocolate Pecan Pie Energy Bites
Easy, raw, bite-sized, naturally sweetened collagen bites full of chocolate and pecan pie flavors without all the hard work and sugar! Raw, gluten free, dairy free, vegan and paleo. I’ve probably mentioned this in past years, but I’m not a huge fan of pie. Depending on what kind you make, it can be a pain…
White Chocolate Cinnamon Roll Bark
A super simple, quick and easy sweet treat that combines creamy white chocolate with a buttery cinnamon sugar swirl reminiscent of a cinnamon roll! In the food blog world, autumn is all about apples, pumpkins, spice cakes, caramel and candy corn. There are adorable edible monsters for Halloween and turkey shaped cookies for Thanksgiving. Meanwhile,…
Paleo Chocolate Avocado Pudding
Rich, creamy, chocolate pudding that’s dairy free, gluten free, and refined sugar free thanks to the healthy fat in avocado and natural sweetener! On Wednesday, I’ll be flying to Salt Lake City for the Everything Food Conference. It’s a big freakin’ deal, with a ton of freakin’ people, and I’m already exhausted just looking at…
Almond Honey Protein Bars
An unbelievably easy homemade protein bar with only four ingredients! Chewy and loaded with almond butter and honey flavors – gluten free and dairy free! So, we’re fully moved in to the new house and surrounded by boxes (but we’re reducing those a little day by day). And as I write this, I’m smack in…
Paleo No-Bake Cowboy Cookie Cups
These cookie cups are like an almond butter cup and a cowboy cookie had a baby. Chewy oats, coconut and crunchy pecans are coated in smooth chocolate for a no-bake, no refined sugar, no gluten, no dairy dessert! Full disclaimer: I run on the belief that a few gluten free oats aren’t the end of…
Paleo Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
This eggless, edible cookie dough is made paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free with almond flour, ghee and honey or maple syrup to satisfy your craving. Add a sprinkle of sea salt and grab a spoon! It’s Monday. I’m busy, you’re busy – so let’s get right down to business: I have made you some eggless, paleo,…
Nutella Champagne Dip
A super creamy, fluffy, whipped Nutella dip that gets a tangy upgrade from the addition of champagne. Pairs perfectly with fruit, pretzels and more! It’s become a tradition around here that each year just before New Year’s Eve, I share a new champagne recipe with you all. I know, I know – champagne for NYE…
Christmas Crack
Warning: This is SUPER addictive! Saltines are covered with an easy caramel sauce, two types of chocolate, crushed and chopped peppermint, and assorted holiday sprinkles. I’m sure you’ve seen something like this before – saltines coated in butter and sugar, and topped with chocolate. I’m not going to pretend I’m being revolutionary here, waving this…
Halloween Puppy Chow
Whether you call it puppy chow or muddy buddies, the addition of Halloween candy and autumn colors turn this into the perfect festive party snack! I’ve been trying so hard to come up with new paleo recipes and get better about baking without gluten, sugar and dairy that I almost forgot Halloween is at the…
Apple Pie Energy Bites
An easy, raw, bite-sized, naturally sweetened snack that’s perfect for fall! The flavor of apple pie without all the hard work and sugar! I have this thing about apple pie. I freaking love it, and every time I see it somewhere I HAVE to have at least one piece. Have to. I don’t even…
Dark Chocolate Covered Figs
Sweet, syrupy figs are gently dipped in dark chocolate for a perfectly light dessert! I’m not gonna lie to you guys… I’m tired. Like, down to my bones tired. The idea of typing up this post even seemed to daunting to my tired fingers and strained eyes. I was walking over to my computer whining,…
Dunkaroo Dip
A homemade version of the classic childhood treat. Easy, 3-ingredient funfetti flavored dip that’s perfect for animal cracker dunking, and loaded with sprinkles! A little over two years ago (!) I made this Dunkaroos Pie and my coworkers at a previous job went NUTS for it (apologies for the very old, yellowish, somewhat embarrassing photos)….
Almond Butter Pretzel Bites
A bite-sized snack that mixes the perfect combination of salty and sweet to keep hunger at bay and your energy level up! There is a short story behind these Almond Butter Pretzel Bites: A coworker asked me if I had any recipes for energy bites, I said that I did, I made these over the…
Buckeye Balls
A Midwest holiday tradition! Easy, no-bake creamy peanut butter filling covered in rich chocolate that resembles the nut from the buckeye tree. Hey all! So I spent the week in Chicago as a surprise to my father – he thought he was getting a package, but instead he got me. Thankfully, he was okay with…
Hot Chocolate Popcorn
A salty and sweet snack that’s reminiscent of everyone’s favorite winter drink: hot chocolate! It’s National Popcorn Day, so of course I’m going to give you a spanking new popcorn recipe to celebrate: Hot Chocolate Popcorn! I’m actually writing this post on Monday while over Lake Michigan, on my way to San Francisco. My flight…
White Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels
Pretzels are drizzled with white chocolate and topped with crushed candy canes for a quick and easy, no-bake holiday treat! Despite the fact that I’m not a huge fan of peppermint, I find myself baking with it constantly when the holidays roll around. I turn into Buddy the Elf and my main food groups become candy,…
Sugared Cranberries
Tart cranberries rolled in sugar make for a simple, 2-ingredient, no-bake snack for the holidays! It’s also perfect as a garnish for all your holiday treats. I’ve always been a fan of candy that is both sweet and sour. Why? I don’t know. But Sour Patch Kids? Ohhhhh. I’m all over those. Cranberries aren’t sour,…
Funfetti Eggless Cookie Dough
Cookie dough that tastes like cake batter, with no baking required. The perfect snack for when you just NEED some cookie dough, but can’t handle the idea of turning on the oven. Plus, sprinkles! Welcome to week two of the ramen and funfetti challenge! I wanted something completely no-bake, with not even a microwave involved, so…
Funfetti Popcorn
This popcorn is full of sprinkles, addictive, salty and sweet – four ingredients and 20 minutes are all you need for the perfect shareable snack! Welcome to week one of the ramen and funfetti challenge! I decided to start small and get the ball rolling with a snack. It’s easy to make, only needs 4 ingredients*,…
Easy Peanut Butter + Chocolate Apple Nachos
I’m the kind of person (or maybe the only person?) that gets intense cravings for fruits and vegetables. It will hit me like a ton of bricks and the overwhelming need to consume [insert food here] takes over and I can’t focus on anything else. And if I can’t get what I want in that moment,…