This story has been a long time coming, over 15 years to be exact. I have delayed writing this because I wanted to be in the “right” place to share my story, and now I think it’s finally time. Thankfully, this is not a story of defeat but rather redemption, not because I was strong…
A Hope That 2021 Cannot Bring
I think we all can agree that 2020 was a doozy. Many terrible things happened in 2020, Covid-19, political tension, and racial unrest, to name a few. Yet, despite the horrible things about it, 2020 has had an impact on me unlike any other year before. A Longing For A Better World In 2020, I…
Healthy Pumpkin Banana Bread (Vegan + Gluten-Free Options!)
This Healthy Pumpkin Banana Bread will be your new favorite fall quick bread! Made with wholesome ingredients and also has gluten-free and vegan options! I can’t believe we haven’t made this recipe yet since we are such lovers of any type of banana bread! This Healthy Pumpkin Banana Bread is the perfect fall treat,…
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Banana Bread {Vegan and Gluten-Free Options!)
This Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Banana Bread will be your new favorite healthy quick bread! Made with wholesome ingredients and also has gluten-free and vegan options! What is better than a nice and thick slice of banana bread? Almost nothing! A slice of this Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Banana Bread and maybe some coffee can make even…
Why I Didn’t Lose Weight for My Wedding
Hey all! Now, this is a heartfelt post that I have always wanted to share with you all. If you follow @athleticavocado on Instagram, you may have seen that I (Bethany) got married to the love of my life, Luke. God wrote our beautiful story and it was his hands that brought us together in…
Blueberry Peach Baked Oatmeal with Streusel! (vegan + gluten-free)
This Blueberry Peach Baked Oatmeal is topped with a scrumptious streusel is the perfect healthy breakfast that tastes like dessert. It is filled with fresh summer fruit and is vegan & gluten-free! Y’all know that we love breakfast foods. What do we love more than breakfast foods? Breakfast that taste like dessert. Some previous recipes…
Healthy Zucchini Banana Bread {Paleo with a Vegan option}
Healthy Zucchini Banana Bread is a nutritious and delicious and easy quick bread! Such an easy healthy breakfast, snack or dessert that is gluten-free, paleo and can be made vegan! Healthy Zucchini Banana Bread If you guys know anything about us, it’s that we love any type of quick bread. Some of our favorites include…
5 Ingredient Pancake Mix Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies {Vegan + GF option}
Got Pancake Mix? Use it to make these simple 5-ingredient Pancake Mix Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies! Vegan + Gluten-free options! Anddd we’re back at it again with another pancake mix recipe. We’ve made banana bread, donuts and mug cakes, and this time we made cookies! Whoop whoop. Sorry if you’re not a pancake mix fan,…
Peanut Butter Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies {6 Ingredients!}
Make these healthy Peanut Butter Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies! They are easy to make, only 6 ingredients and can be made vegan + gluten-free! I’ve been on a cookie kick lately and I’m NOT mad about it. I love making cookies, but to be honest, I was not always great at baking cookies. I remember…
#Jesuschangedmylife, Part 2
Bethany’s Testimony: Growing up, Jesus to me was small and not important in my life. I have grown up going to church every Sunday, but never grasped the concept of Jesus. I grew up Catholic and believed that the way to heaven was through doing good works and believing that Jesus died for me. But…
#Jesuschangedmylife, Part 1
The #Jesuschangedmylife movement originates from The Gospel Coalition. It is a movement that encourages Christians to share their personal testimony, how Jesus has changed their life. To learn more about this, click HERE. Rachel’s testimony: I grew up in church, I was baptized as an infant, received sacraments, learned about Jesus in CCD classes, but…
There is a truth for every lie you believe
“You shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free” (John 8:32) If I’m honest, even as a believer in Christ, I feel like the past few months I have forgotten how to be steadfast. Life has weighed me down through affliction and trials. I have forgotten what it is like to take…
5-Ingredient Cookie Dough Freezer Fudge
Cookie Dough Freezer Fudge is an easy-to-make, delectable fudge that everyone will love! Only 5 ingredients, vegan + gluten-free friendly! 5-Ingredient Freezer Cookie Dough Fudge Recipe: Hey y’all! We know it’s been a hot second since we’ve posted a recipe. We are both busy with work (Rachel is an OT, and I am in my…
Flourless Chocolate Banana Cake (Paleo, Gluten-free + Vegan option)
Flourless Chocolate Banana Cake is fluffy and moist made with only 6 ingredients and topped with a chocolate frosting! You would never believe it’s healthy! Gluten-free, paleo, and vegan too! It is no secret that we love making flourless cakes, especially with THICK frosting layers. This Chocolate Banana Cake literally screams “ATHLETIC AVOCADO” and we…
Easy Paleo Pumpkin Spice Granola
Paleo Pumpkin Spice Granola is a crunchy and delicious granola that is grain-free, gluten-free and vegan-friendly! It’s no surprise that we love granola, I mean, how could you not? It is crunchy, sweet, clustery and delicious! The perfect topping to oatmeal yogurt and ice cream, etc. and a delicious grab n’ go snack. Our favorite…
Healthy White Chocolate Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars
These White Chocolate Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and nutritious breakfast, snack or dessert! They’re also gluten-free + vegan friendly! Happy fall! This time of year we typically go through at least 5 cans of pumpkin per week…… and if you’ve seen the past few recipes we posted you may know why! Today’s recipe…
Healthy Flourless Pumpkin Muffins
Flourless Pumpkin muffins are a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack made with 5 ingredients! Paleo, vegan and gluten-free! Still on that pumpkin streak and NOT stopping anytime soon! Today’s recipe aka flourless pumpkin muffins is the perfect grab n’ go breakfast or snack! These muffins are made with only 5 ingredients. Yes –…
Easy Grain-free Pumpkin Bread (Paleo, Gluten-free, Vegan option)
Healthy Pumpkin Bread will be your new favorite quick bread! Only 8 ingredients, paleo, gluten-free and with a vegan option! So it’s been a long time since I (Rachel) have made a recipe, over 6 months. But today I am back in action with some pumpkin bread! This pumpkin bread is quick, easy-to-make and will…
Soft-Baked Dark Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies {Paleo + Vegan option}
Soft-Baked Dark Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are a healthier twist off of the classic cookie! Super easy to make, only 8 ingredients and Paleo & Vegan friendly! Mmmmmm I love me some chocolate chip cookies. It’s such a classic cookie and it will never go outta style. I’ve always loved chocolate + dark cherry combo,…
Pineapple Teriyaki Biltong Roasted Brussels Sprouts
These Pineapple Teriyaki Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a tasty + addicting sweet and savory side dish that anyone will love, even brussels sprout haters! Wow my friends, it has been a LONG time since I made a brussels sprouts recipe. I’m glad today I can rekindle my old favorite veggie. Man oh man, I could…