I’ve always loved me some carrot cake, that why these vegan no-bake carrot cake energy boosters are the best! So this week, I have been busy in the kitchen, eagerly whipping up healthy versions of this sweet treat… and I think I found the perfect recipe! Because I am a diabetic, my diet is fairly… Read More
These Date Peanut Bars are a delicious (almost guilt-free) snack. They are soft and chewy…and perfect for someone that loves nuts! The vegan chocolate topping can be omitted if you are looking to make a guilt-free version of these bars. I like to cut these into small snack-size squares that are easy to take on… Read More
Summer is the time when fruits and berries are plentiful. Today I am partnering with Zespri Kiwifruit to share four different ways that you can enjoy their delicious SunGold Kiwifruit. What is a SunGold Kiwifruit you ask? Well it is just like a green kiwifruit but different… 🙂 SunGold Kiwifruit contain more than three times… Read More
Antipasto is a typical Italian appetizer which is made of various yummy ingredients, such as cured meats, fresh cheeses, and herbs. Antipasto actually means “before the meal”. These Antipasto Bites are a finger food twist on a traditional antipasto appetizer platter. They are perfect for grabbing due to the sturdy TRISCUIT cracker base and…Read More
I try really hard to live a healthy lifestyle but also balance the fact that I love to eat and I am super busy. While I may indulge in a donut at my favourite coffee shop or eat a bit too much popcorn during a Netflix marathon, I try to make sure the majority of… Read More
I have received several requests for some more healthy treat recipes on the blog. Your wish is my command! 🙂 My friend Chelsea really got me into vegan treats, so I have been experimenting with a few recipes over the past months. These yummy very berry layered vegan bars are bursting with berry flavour and… Read More
I make muffins all the time because my dad loves them and takes them to work every day. Making him muffins regularly ensures that I stay his favourite child. 🙂 These apple crumb muffins are a cross between an apple muffin and coffee cake. The topping on these apple crumb muffins is the perfect touch.… Read More
I made these Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins (yes, it is a mouthful and yes, you will have a mouthful of muffins soon) a few months ago and I am still thinking about how good they were. Fresh berries are hard to find and a bit expensive this time of year, but they can be substituted… Read More
I don’t know many people that don’t like Rice Krispie squares. Today is turning out to be a dreary day so I thought that I would share a fun rainbow twist on these traditional squares using Fruit Loops. I never ate Fruit Loops as a kid because my mom would never buy them. However, nothing… Read More
Bite sized, mini, petite…little treats are the new big thing! I love snacking, but I try to keep it healthy, so I made some bite sized chocolate trail mix energy bites that you will just love. They are full of flavour and are my favourite combination of salty and sweet. They totally hit the spot… Read More
I love little treats that you can make fast and eat fast! These Valentine pretzel snack bites are just that type of treat. On top of that, the salty and sweet combination is just delicious and it will hit the spot when you need to satisfy your sweet & salty craving. It literally will take… Read More
As you know, I am a big fan of scones. I recently made these scrumptious cheddar bacon scones and they are oooh soooo good!! I used one to make a BLT for lunch and boy was it ever good!! [bctt tweet=”Rule # 4: Never cook bacon naked. “] These cheddar bacon scones are moist and… Read More
I’m a chocolate person ( a huge one) so I am always drawn to chocolate recipes. This year I made some spooky Halloween bark. This Halloween bark is full of candy corn, pretzels, sprinkles and lots of candy! It is another recipe that my mom has been making each year since I was little. It… Read More
Growing up, my mom would make fun little afternoon snacks on days that she didn’t work. I loved them! She doesn’t make them for me anymore, but I enjoy trying to make fun snack creations, even if it is just for me to eat. My philosophy is that fun, healthy snacks are a great idea… Read More
