It’s common knowledge that peanut butter and chocolate is the best food combination out there. Therefore, all my favorite desserts tend to revolve around that wonderful paring. Henceforth, these healthier scotcheroo bars. They are chewy, fudgy, and perfectly sweet by…
Healthier Scotcheroo Bars! (high protein!)
Chocolate PB Protein Oatmeal Bake
There are few combinations as heavenly as chocolate and peanut butter. Add in the wholesomeness of oats, and you’ve got a recipe that fuels your day with wholesome goodness. So I introduce this Chocolate PB Protein Baked Oatmeal! This protein…
Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bake
Imagine a chocolate peanut butter cup for breakfast… Well, this is the breakfast that tastes beyond indulgent, but is actually so healthy for you. This chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bake is PACKED with PROTEIN because we sneak 2 scoops of…
Chocolate Raspberry Protein Smoothie
Ah! Chocolate and raspberry makes the best combo, doesn’t it? I love this protein smoothie so much because it could almost be a dessert, but it’s actually super healthy. Plus, it’s only 6 ingredients! This chocolate raspberry protein smoothie comes…
Chocolate Cherry Crumble
It’s perfect. There’s truly nothing better the the chocolate cherry combo. I mean that from the depths of my heart. And when you take that classic duo and turn it into a warm, comforting crumble, you’ve got a dessert that’s…
Blueberry Protein Shake
If you’re on the lookout for a delicious and energizing way to kickstart your day, look no further. This Blueberry Protein Shake not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides a powerful punch of protein, vitamins, and antioxidants. Let’s…
Birthday Cake Energy Bites
Oh man. These are one of my all time favorite energy bites I’ve ever made. And I’ve made hundreds. These no-bake birthday cake energy bites are easy to prepare, packed with wholesome ingredients, and bursting with the irresistible taste of…
Green Goodness Protein Smoothie
In the quest for a healthier lifestyle, finding the perfect balance between nutrition and satisfaction is crucial. If you’re on the lookout for a delicious and nutritious way to kickstart your day, look no further than this Green Goodness Protein…
Banana Protein Breakfast Cookies
Mornings can be a rush, and finding a wholesome and convenient breakfast option can be a challenge. Introducing these Banana Protein Breakfast Cookies – a delicious, nutritious, and portable way to kickstart your day. Packed with the goodness of bananas…
Peanut Butter Chip Granola
Life is busy, and finding a nutritious and satisfying snack can be a challenge. However, with a little creativity and some wholesome ingredients, you can easily whip up a batch of healthier peanut butter chip granola that not only satisfies…
Cookie Dough Overnight Oatmeal
This delicious and nutritious twist on a classic treat combines the goodness of oats with the irresistible flavor of cookie dough, offering a healthy breakfast option that will leave your taste buds satisfied and your body energized. I genuinely can’t…
Christmas Puppy Chow
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to spread cheer than with a delightful treat that captures all the flavors of Christmas? If you’re a fan of sweet snacks, look no further than Christmas Puppy Chow. This…
Cinnamon Crunch Banana Bread (healthier, df, gf)
There’s something truly comforting about the aroma of freshly baked banana bread wafting through the kitchen. But sometimes we need to switch up our banana bread game. Enter this healthy Cinnamon Crunch Banana Bread – a delightful fusion of wholesome…
Peppermint Hot Cocoa (df, healthier!)
As winter sweeps in, there’s nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm mug of cocoa to lift your spirits. While the classic hot cocoa is undeniably comforting, I’m here to elevate the experience by introducing a healthier twist…
Oatmeal Cookie Protein Smoothie
Some mornings you just wake up craving a cozy oatmeal cookie. That is exactly why I created this easy, oatmeal cookie protein smoothie. It’s a little inconvenient to have to make cookies for breakfast, so why not make an healthier…
Pumpkin Protein Smoothie
I LOVE anything fall. And this pumpkin protein smoothie is SO fall. I love how simple this protein smoothie is to make and it’s full of autumn flavor for those warmer days or for that post-workout fuel. Made with wholesome…
Pumpkin Pie Protein Bars
It’s finally fall, and I am so happy about it. Fall brings the most cozy and delicious flavors. These pumpkin pie protein bars are so dang good. Made with wholesome ingredients, this will be your new go-to snack recipe this…
Reese’s PB Cup Overnight Oats
I don’t know about you, but I have the biggest sweet tooth ever. Like I am constantly craving something sweet. These Reese’s peanut butter cup overnight oats may just be my new favorite high-protein breakfast. I would eat it any…
Chicken Burrito Bowls
These chicken burrito bowls are packed with flavorful grilled chicken, coconut rice, roasted Mexican corn, and plenty of guac for good measure. I hate to say it, but these chicken burrito bowls are 10x better than Chipotle. I know, that’s…
Cookie Dough S’mores Bars
I have to say that this recipe may just be my most ingenious creation yet. Think graham cracker crust, gooey cookie dough, covered with chocolate and marshmallows. I mean seriously, how much better can it get? These cookie dough s’mores…
Zucchini Breakfast Skillet
I absolutely love garden zucchini. Truly, with all my heart. Honestly any type of summer squash makes me a 10x happier human being. Needless to say, this breakfast zucchini skillet is my go-to during squash season. It literally takes only…
Macadamia Nut Granola Bars
If you’re anything like me, you appreciate changing up what you eat. I LOVE granola bars, but honestly, they all taste so similar. I like to switch up my granola bar flavor often, and THIS recipe is my new favorite…
Gabi’s Zucchini Bread (or muffins!)
Oh my goodness. I am not sure if there is anything better than zucchini season. I mean it’s got to be the best vegetable out there. The uses and possibilities are ENDLESS when it comes to zucchini. However, my personal…
Single-Serve Protein Pancakes
These protein pancakes are fluffy, light, and so easy to make. I kid you not, these will take you about 10 minutes from start to finish. Which makes them the perfect weekday or weekend breakfast. These babies are not only…
Strawberry Balsamic Salad
This strawberry balsamic salad may just be the best salad recipe that exists. It’s insanely fresh, easy, and the flavors mesh and marry wonderfully. It’s my favorite salad to make during those summer months. The salad is topped with a…
Country Peach Iced Tea
When it’s summertime, there is nothing I crave more than a cool drink to sip on all throughout the day. This country peach iced tea is exactly what you need when those hot days come knocking at your door. It’s…
Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
I am here to say that this strawberry banana smoothie bowl is my most frequent recipes that I make for myself. It’s beyond easy and is the most refreshing breakfast in summer. It’s packed with nutritious, satiating ingredients. It will…
Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies
Oh my word. If you are in need of a healthier chocolate chip cookie recipe, this may just change your life. I have made versions of this recipe over the years, but I have finally dialed in the perfect ratios…
Chocolate Banana Chia Bites
Wow. These chocolate banana chia bites are not only delicious but they are packed with protein, fiber, and satisfying ingredients. These bites are made with banana, chocolate protein powder, chia seeds, rolled oats, and naturally sweetened with a touch of…
EPIC Yogurt Bowl
Yogurt bowls are a breakfast STAPLE for me because not only are they extremely customizable, they are the perfect way to use up leftover fruit. This EPIC yogurt bowl can be made with or without dairy. I promise that it…
Easy Guacamole
I recently discovered my love for guacamole. I used to actually hate it, but in the last few months obsessed would be an understatement. This easy guacamole is so simple to whip together before taco night or whenever you are…
Chocolate PB Protein Shake
Oh my goodness. Have you ever wanted a Reese’s milkshake? Well this chocolate peanut butter protein shake is just what you need in your life. It’s smooth, creamy and tastes like a decadent treat all while being naturally sweetened and…
Italian Grinder Sandwich
Inspired by the viral grinder sandwich, this version of the Italian grinder sandwich is what dreams are MADE OF. I wish I was kidding when I say I have dreamed of this sandwich on multiple occasions. It’s made with soft…
Berry Oatmeal Bake
I went through a phase where I made this berry oatmeal bake AT LEAST 2x a week. It was a good phase, but it ended too soon. This oatmeal bake is soft and satisfying, with an addicting texture. It’s made…
Cinnamon Roll Energy Bites
Have you ever craved a mini, gooey, melt-in-your-mouth cinnamon roll? Because believe me, I have and I do. All the time. So this recipe might just be your new, easy go-to mini “cinnamon roll” recipe. These cinnamon roll energy bites…
Healthy Popcorn Bars
Hold up. If you are a sweet and salty lover, these are for you. Even if you are not a fan of sweet and salty, I promise you these bars are life changing. Now, I don’t say this lightly because…
Pistachio Bars
Sweet, salty, nutty, crunchy, and yet still SOFT?! These pistachio bars are the perfect snack or dessert for springtime. They are packed with fiber and healthy fats and are so easy to make. Pistachios is one of my favorite flavors;…
The BEST Blueberry Scones
When I say these scones are my family’s most requested recipe, I am not kidding. These scones are the most coveted recipe I make in my household. Oftentimes scones are dry and crumbly, but these scones are moist, tender, and…
Triple Berry Protein Smoothie Bowl
If it’s warm outside, there is no doubt that I will be enjoying a smoothie bowl. I cannot express my deep love for homemade smoothie bowls. Maybe it’s because spending a minimum of $12 on a small, store-bought açaí bowl…
Mexican Breakfast Quinoa Bowl
If you are someone like me who is routinely finding herself stuck eating the same breakfast daily, look no further. This Mexican breakfast quinoa bowl is what dreams are made of. I am serious when I say nothing is better…
Protein Cookie Dough Blizzard
I don’t know about you, but I have a bit of an ice cream obsession. Cookie dough ice cream is one of my all-time favorite flavors, so why not make my own high-protein version?! This cookie dough protein blizzard is…
Healthier Reese’s Eggs
Reese’s peanut butter cups may be the greatest candy ever created on this earth. There is something so nostalgic about any form of chocolate and peanut butter. These healthier Reese’s eggs are the PERFECT sweet treat for springtime and Easter….
Protein Brownie Bites
Everyone could use some more chocolate in their lives, and everyone could use more protein in their diet. Why not pair chocolate with protein to get the best of both worlds?! I love these protein brownie bites because they satisfy…
Low-FODMAP Vegetable Curry Soup
It’s no secret that soup is THE most comforting food on the face of the planet. When doing my low-fodmap elimination diet, I came up with this delicious and comforting soup recipe. This low-fodmap vegetable curry soup is full of…
Low FODMAP Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Being on a low FODMAP diet is TOUGH. It can be so hard to find nutritious snacks that taste and feel good for your tummy. One day in my elimination phase, I randomly whipped up this super simple recipe. These…
The BEST Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread
Holy goodness. I have to say that this recipe gets me every time. Something about the texture of the soft, moist inside with the slightly crunchy exterior. I am not kidding when I say this gluten-free zucchini bread might be…
Simple Sweet Potato Salad
Sweet potatoes are my favorite food. While my favorite foods depend on what I particularly enjoy on that said day, sweet potatoes are always my #1. Anyways, I have put together a super simple salad recipe that is perfect for…
Healthy Cookie Dough! (vegan, low fodmap, no chickpeas)
Oh my goodness! Does anyone else just devour cookie dough when they are whipping up some cookies? If you are like me, I eat WAY too much cookie dough, and I can hardly even enjoy the real baked cookie because…
Easy Authentic Shakshuka
Ah, I cannot express how much I love shakshuka. I had never heard of this tomato-based Israeli breakfast dish before last year. And now, I’m in love. I have made many variations of this dish, but this standard outline is…
Sweet Potato Toast (3 ways!)
Ah, sweet potatoes. I am a sucker for any type of potato, but my favorite kind is sweet potatoes. They are perfect because they can be cooked sweet or savory, and you can eat them for all four meals (yes,…
The BEST Oven- Roasted Vegetables
To begin with, I am a vegetable fanatic. I actually crave vegetables on a daily basis. But these sheet-pan, oven-roasted vegetables are my favorite way to cook vegetables. Just throw a handful of vegetables with some olive oil and seasonings,…
The JUICIEST Turkey Burgers
I love a good, juicy burger. Growing up, I only ever had beef burgers. However, one summer, at my friend’s cabin, we had turkey burgers that her dad grilled. The funny thing is, she is vegetarian! Anyways, they were the…
Pistachio Shortbread
Hello, flakey, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread. But not just any shortbread. This pistachio shortbread is better than any store-bought shortbread and is sure to make your home smell better than any bakery. I cannot describe to you how amazing this recipe…
Pistachio Paste (2 ingredients! how-to-guide)
Pistachio paste is SUPER useful. It is delicious and only takes a few minutes to whip together. I use this recipe for my pistachio shortbread, on toast with a drizzle of honey, and in pistachio macarons. Store-bought pistachio paste is…
Honey Puff Bars (only 3 ingredients!)
Oh, my goodness. This recipe is so so easy and only uses 3 essential ingredients. If you need to whip together a quick snack for you or your family, this will be a recipe you’ll run to. My favorite part…
No-bake Peanut Butter Turtle Cookies
These little bites of gooey, buttery goodness are to die for. I am not kidding when I say these might be the most addictive snack on my blog (so far;). These no-bake peanut butter turtle cookies are the perfect sweet…
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Protein Bars
I have been searching for the perfect energy-boosting snack. These no-bake, healthy oatmeal chocolate chip protein bars are the answer to my prayers. These bars are full of protein, healthy fat, and the best part, CHOCOLATE! I encourage you to…
5 Healthy Lunch Ideas
Lunch is a tricky meal. The easily forgotten but much-needed midday meal. It is difficult to find time to #1) eat lunch but #2) make lunch. So here I have compiled a list of healthy weekday lunch ideas that take…
Crunchy Candied Pecans
For the LONGEST time, I scoured the internet for a crunchy nut recipe. I finally found a technique that works and put my own spin on it. The best part? This recipe for these crunchy candied pecans is SO easy…
Gabi’s Healthy Banana Bread
Is there anything more nostalgic than devouring a freshly baked piece of banana bread?! This healthy banana bread recipe is near and dear to my heart. The primary reason for that is it is my first recipe that I developed…
Easy Ratatouille
I absolutely cannot get over how easy and delicious this recipe is. Take whatever vegetables you have, throw them together, and you end up with a comforting and scrumptious vegetable medley. This recipe is a twist on the classic French…
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Nut-Free Larabars
To be honest, this is my all-time favorite healthy snack and pre/post-workout fuel. I’m not kidding when I say I make these nut-free Larabars at least a few times a month. I think this recipe tastes like Cashew Cookie flavor….
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Honey Nut Cereal Bites
Let’s be honest. We all experience that mid-morning craving for a snack, anything really, to tide us over for lunch. These honey nut cereal balls provide a perfect crunch and addicting chew that will leave you satisfied until your next…
Healthy Pumpkin Pancakes
Looking for a healthy kick-start to your week? Meal prep these healthy pumpkin pancakes for an easy breakfast or snack throughout your week. I absolutely adore this recipe, and it is my go-to in the fall season. These pancakes are…
Snickerdoodle Protein Balls
Gosh, I love protein balls. There are the easiest way to meal prep a satisfying and balanced snack. These snickerdoodle protein balls may just be the easiest protein balls I ever made. And trust me, I’ve made hundreds;) If you…