Breakfast

Breakfast, Sweet Treats

Good morning, Coffee Cake

“It smells like cinnamon rolls.” I made my very first coffee cake yesterday and it was a hit! This recipe is easy and made with ingredients you likely have on hand. When we shared the cake with a friend, they raved and insisted it should not be the last time we make this cake. Inspired […]

Bread, Breakfast

Easy Vegan French Toast

Good morning, French Toast! This 5 ingredient recipe is so easy, and delicious, the kids can make it. Top with berries and drizzle with maple syrup if you’d like. This past Mother’s Day, I had mixed up the simple ingredients the night previous and stored in an air-tight glass jar. Mother’s Day morning, the kids […]

Breakfast, Main, Snacks, World Cuisine

Tacos, Mommy!

When our neighborhood pool opens for the summer, we are all smiles since most of our summer days are spent swimming! One afternoon during the last week of school, our daughter advocated for an afternoon at the pool. When mommy was reluctant because it was already late afternoon, and we had no plan for dinner […]

Bowls, Breakfast, Snacks

Homemade Granola

The only granola you need in your life. This recipe is so simple and tasty, that you will make it over and over again. Serve it over a thick frozen smoothie, atop your favorite yogurt, or covered with your favorite nut milk! Top with fresh fruit or shredded coconut for extra delight. We make double […]

Breakfast, Snacks

Easy Breakfast

Sometimes, it’s gotta be quick! This is a favorite easy breakfast or snack loaded with protein, potassium, fiber, and additional vitamins. Whip up a smoothie or, grab a hot cup of your favorite tea or coffee and, off you go!

Breakfast, Smoothies, Sweet Treats

Chocolate Moon Smoothie

We LOVE chocolate and this smoothie is a sneaky and delicious way to eat a healthy dose! Dark chocolate is a powerful source of antioxidants and some say it could even improve brain function! Yay, chocolate. The hemp seeds and nut butter are excellent protein sources while the bananas provide a nice boost of potassium, […]

Bowls, Breakfast

Savory Red Lentils

My favorite breakfast! Yes…lentils for breakfast. Red lentils cook up quickly and are filled with protein, iron, folate (aka Vitamin B9), and potassium. Start your day with this satisfying and energy-boosting dish! This recipe is a complete meal on its own and easy to modify too…please see the recipe notes for variations. Once cooked up […]

Breakfast, Smoothies, Sweet Treats

Protein-Packed Blueberry Smoothie

Hello, super berry! Blueberries are high in antioxidants and contain a variety of great vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin C, Vitamin K1, potassium, and manganese (an essential mineral). They are anti-inflammatory and known to lower your risk of heart disease and cancer. And, they are DELICIOUS! This smoothie boasts just over 15g of protein too! […]

Breakfast

Boost your Immune System

Drink your greens! We have been making this delicious drink every few days and enjoying it daily. We are doing our best to keep our bodies well-nourished and strong. Thanks to the minimalistbaker.com for this great recipe. We have streamlined prep work for this drink by making double batches. We also wash and chop extra […]

Breakfast, Snacks, Sweet Treats

Best Vegan Banana Bread

This Banana Bread is fool-proof and perfect.  We love it fresh from the oven with a hot cup of tea or coffee.  Often, we will mix up a batch in the evening…we combine all the dry ingredients and store overnight in an air-tight container on our kitchen counter.  First thing in the morning, we preheat […]