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New Favorite Protein Bars:Krush Bars

September 16, 2014 by Bethany And Rachel 2 Comments

Protein bars are my go-to snack when I know I won’t have time to eat a substantial meal. While a lot of protein bars seem healthy, most of them are full of artificial flavors and ingredients. Good thing I can across Krush Bars! So excited to share this review with you guys!!

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I was sent two flavors: Birthday Cake and Apple Pie. They were both amazing and both knocked it out of the park for me! Seriously the best protein bars I’ve ever had!!

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A little bit about them…..

Nutrition: Similar to any protein bar in terms of protein (20 grams) and fat (9 grams). Added bonus: Only 3 grams of sugar and 17 grams of fiber per bar!

Ingredients: All natural ingredients! No artificial flavors or colors like some bars have! They are Gluten-free, low carb, have no added sugar and are high fiber! Im impressed!

Texture: So soft and fluffy! They basically melt in your mouth! They are great when you microwave them as well!

Price: Pretty expensive for protein bars but similar to price of quest bars. Well worth it for a great quality and great tasting protein bar!

Check out some tasty recipes made with Krush Bars by you can make with them!

Apple Pie Protein Poppers

3 Ingredient Birthday Cake Pronut

Healthy Ice Cream Cone

Birthday Cake Cheesecake

PB Banana Protein Pie

Product Review: Fruit Butters Galore!!!

July 20, 2014 by Bethany And Rachel 4 Comments

Wow am I in love with these babies! Who doesn’t love a good fruit spread? It taste great on anything; toast, english muffins, quick breads, in yogurt, cottage cheese, and even on grilled chicken! But unfortuently no one like all the added sugar that comes along with it. Most spreads pack in about 7 grams of sugar per tablespoon!! Many are laced with high fructose corn syrup!

Thankfully I have the answer to your prayers, the no-added sugar line of delicious fruit butters at Kauffmans Fruit Farm! I was lucky enough to receive FOUR different flavors of this amazing fruit butter line! All at 10 CALORIES A TBSP OR LESS! Only sweetened with 100% fruit juice with no additives or artificial stuff! You have to try these delicious fruit butters, they are the most amazing tasting, clean, healthy and perfectly sweetened I have ever tried, you won’t regret it! 🙂

Get your fix today!! In all different no added sugar flavors like Peach , Apple, Pear and Pumpkin!

Check out my Cinnamon Apple and Pumpkin Butter Custard Muffin Cups Made with Kauffman’s no-sugar-added Pumpkin butter!

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Health Benefits

Vitamins
Minerals
Antioxidants
Sugar-free
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Paleo-friendly
Vegan-friendly
Vegetarian-friendly
Whole 30-friendly
100% clean
All-natural
No preservatives

Satisfy Your Cravings Super-Fast! : Easy Vegan Microwave Fudgy Brownie

July 5, 2014 by Bethany And Rachel 21 Comments

You just know those days when you want a brownie, and you want it now, and you have to have it or you’ll go crazy??? Well today was one of those days! I got a major urge for a rich, decadent, fudgy and satisfying brownie, but sadly there was no brownies in the house, and I didn’t want to spend time baking them, I wanted one in the next 5 minutes. So instead of crying about it, I got to work and created an unbelievably healthy, grommet, surprisingly nutritious and oh so delicious dessert! MMMMMMM! I can’t even describe the bliss that I tasted, pure chocolaty, rich, everything-a-brownine-should-be-but-healthy HEAVEN! You won’t believe that there is absolutely no added sugar, when you take a bite! No fat, low calorie, single serving, amazing brownie, now that’s heaven! 🙂

Easy Vegan Microwave Fudgey Brownie

1/2 cup oat flour (1/2 cup pulverized oats)
1/2 small ripe banana
1 1/2 tbsp cooked black beans (or canned)
2 tbsp almond or coconut milk
1 tbsp cocoa powder (or 1.5 if you want it extra chocolaty)
1/4 tsp baking soda
1 tsp maple/agave, optional (I didn’t use, but if you want it really sweet)

1. In a food processor, add all ingredients and combine until smooth and well blended

2. Spray cooking spray in a ramekin or mug, place brownie mixture in mug and microwave for about 1 1/2 minutes (or until done) total in 30 second increments so that the mixture doesn’t overflow

3. Let cool and scrape sides of the ramekin/mug to ensure the brownie will come out clean

4. Top off brownie with some coconut ice cream (I used So Delicious Vanilla), Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce, and some strawberries, if desired!

5. Enjoy!

Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce

2 tbsp almond/coconut milk
1/2 tbsp cocoa powder
1/2 tbsp agave/maple syrup/ honey

1. Mix all ingredients together until smooth

2. Microwave for 30 secs, if desired.

Health Benefits

Vegan
100% clean
No added sugar
No preservatives
Gluten Free
Non-GMO
Dairy-free
Protein
Fiber
Vitamins, minerals, antioxidants

Cilantro Pistachio Sweet Potato Salad with Balsamic-Lime Dressing

July 2, 2014 by Bethany And Rachel 4 Comments

Potato salad is a summer staple, but with all of that mayo, cream-cheese, butter, you name it, its not very forgiving on your waistline, or very clean at all. I absolutely am in love with sweet tators! They taste like pure heaven to me and I wanted to create my own version of the so-called “potato salad.” Not only did I create my own version of the popular dish, but I added my own flair to it as well. With the addition of cilantro, lime and pistachio flavors, this salad takes on a whole different level full of flavor blasting goodness, unlike none other! This recipe is perfect for 4th of July or your next summer cookout, it’ll be sure to impress, guaranteed!

Cilantro Pistachio Sweet Potato Salad with Balsamic-Lime Dressing

4 medium sweet potatoes, cooked
2 Tbsp, cilantro, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. pistachios, finely chopped

Dressing:

2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1 tsp. honey
1 tsp. mustard

Peel off the skins of the sweet potatoes, and cut them into small cubes.
Combine remaining ingredients to the sweet potatoes, mix well.
For the dressing, combine all ingredients and mix well.
Add dressing to sweet potatoes, mix well.
Enjoy!

Serves 4

Health Benefits

Fiber
Healthy Fats
Good Carbs
No added sugar
No preservatives
All natural
lots of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
Low calorie
Vegan
Paleo
Whole30
100% clean
Gluten and dairy free

Summer Twist on a Fall Classic: Cinnamon Peach Pumpkin Bread

June 25, 2014 by Bethany And Rachel 7 Comments

Pumpkin bread is delicious, warm, moist and delightful to your tastebuds. Too bad most pumpkin bread recipes incorporate one cup or more of sugar and oil! Now thats too much! I wanted to make pumpkin bread today, but not just any ordinary pumpkin bread, a clean version with a summery twist, peaches. Yum, I can’t even describe the huge smile on my face as I tasted this ooey-gooey, naturally sweet delight, it was priceless. The peaches sweeten this bread and take it’s flavor to a new level, pumpkin season isn’t just for fall, now with the added peaches, you can make this favorite in summer too! Not to mention this satisfying wonder is all healthy, not a trace of preservatives or added flavors in it. Go ahead and make this new summer treat, you won’t be sorry! 🙂

Cinnamon Peach Pumpkin Bread

1 15 0z. can pureed pumpkin
2 ripe peaches
1 egg white (or sub 2 tbsp apple sauce for vegan option)
2 Tbsp. honey
2 Tbsp. warm water
1 cup oat flour (or pulverize 1 cup oats)
1/2 cup coconut flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. cinnamon

Streusel Topping:

1 ripe peach, chopped
1/2 Tbsp. honey
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
2 Tbsp. oats
1 Tbsp. chopped nuts

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Cut up the peaches and microwave for 2 minutes with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
In a large bowl, combine peaches, pumpkin, egg white, water and honey. Whisk well with a fork until ingredients are fully combined.
In another bowl, combine flours, baking soda, baking powder and cinnamon.
Mix dry ingredients with pumpkin mixture.
Spray cooking spray in a loaf pan and pour in mixture.
Bake for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For streusel, pulverize peach with cinnamon and honey. Mix with oats and nuts. Pour on to bread.
Enjoy!

Health Benefits

Gluten Free
Vegan
all natural
No added sugar
100% clean
No preservatives
Vitamins, Minerals and Antioxidants
Low Fat
Low Calorie
Low glycemic carbs

Fast Fix Breakfast: Microwave Pineapple English Muffin

June 17, 2014 by Bethany And Rachel 7 Comments

I was feeling very tropical today, ya know, like beachy, except I’m not at the beach right now, which isn’t the point. But, I had loads of fresh pineapple in the fridge, which got me in the tropical mood in the first place, so I thought “lets make something with this pineapple.” So I did, and it was fricken delicious, a Pineapple English Muffin, microwaved. It can’t get any easier than this, or tastier. This baby is as clean as possible, not to mention loaded with nutrients! Perfect for a rushed morning, this muffin will make you think you are at the beach(but only for a moment).

Microwave Pineapple English Muffin

1/3 cup oat flour (or 1/3 cup oats pulverized)
1 egg white (or 2 tbsp apple sauce or mashed banana for a vegan option)
1/4 cup pineapple
1/8 tsp. vanilla extract
1/8 tsp. baking soda
dash of cinnamon

Add all ingredients to a food processor and pulse until ingredients are fully mixed.
spray cooking spray in a small mug and add mixture.
Microwave for 2 1/2-3 minutes or until fully cooked.
Wait for english muffin to cool and cut in half.
Toast (optional) and spread natural peanut butter, sprinkle unsweetened shredded coconut and top with golden raisins.
Enjoy!

Health Benefits

Vitamin C and Manganese from pineapple
Vitamins B, E, and K as well as fiber from oats
Protein from egg white
antioxidants
all-natural
no sugar added
100% clean
no preservatives

Raw Chocolate Fruit and Nut Balls

June 12, 2014 by Bethany And Rachel 5 Comments

So after practice I was craving something chocolatey, but did want to ruin my clean diet with a bar of preservatives and empty calories. There happened to be a Snickers candy bar in the cupboard and I was curious to see the ingredients listed on it. Well it looked kinda like this: sugar, sugar ,more sugar, artificial ingredients, trans fats, empty calories yada yada yada. Looking at it made me sick so I decided to make some clean healthy treats using ingredients that my body can benefit from. And TADA!!! a nice and healthy chocolatey treat that will give you satisfaction after one bite!!

Raw Chocolate Fruit and Nut Balls

4 prunes
1/4 cup raisins
2 Tbsp. ground flaxseeds
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
2 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup mixed nuts
2 Tbsp. cocoa nibs

Chocolate Coating

2 Tbsp. coconut oil
2 Tbsp. cocoa powder
1 Tbsp. maple syrup

Put all ingredients (except chocolate coating) in a food processor and pulse until mixture is smooth (about 1 minute).
Roll up mixture into little balls and place on parchment paper.
For the chocolate, melt the coconut oil in microwave for about 30 seconds (or until fully melted).
Add the cocoa powder and maple syrup and mix thoroughly.
Dip the fruit and nut balls into the chocolate and coat well.
Place in fridge for about 30 minutes to harden.
Enjoy!!

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