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Baking

Baking made easy! Find simple step by step recipes here. From hide the veggies recipes to classic comfort desserts made healthier, you'll find variety here.

Need a quick recipe, try our Green Monster Muffins! Looking for something seasonal, how about these cute Gluten Free Reindeer Donuts and this 3 Ingredient Granola Bar recipe can't get any easier!

High Protein Pizza Crust

December 1, 2022 · Updated December 28, 2022 · Leave a Comment

high protein piezza sliced on a late

Everyone loves pizza! But we tend to associate it with junk food, when it can actually be so easy to turn it into something healthy. By using this recipe for low carb a high protein pizza crust, made with tofu, I get to turn one of my favorite dishes into something nutritious! Best thing about...

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Ube Pandesal

June 16, 2022 · Leave a Comment

Pandesal is one of my favorite Filipino breads. It is a slightly sweet, slightly salty yeast-raised bread often served with cheese. For this recipe, I took it up a notch and placed the cheese inside the rolls, and added a little ube purple yam flavoring. This ube cheese pandesal recipe is so good! Ube has...

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Healthy Air Fryer Cookies

March 8, 2022 · Leave a Comment

stack of cookies on a board with milk on the side

I have such a sweet tooth, but there is no reason that treats can’t also be nutritious! There is nothing wrong with a completely indulgent dessert, but it makes me so happy to create something that satisfies my chocolate chip cookies cravings while also fueling my body. These banana oat air fryer cookies are just...

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Red Velvet Cookies - No Dye

January 24, 2022 · Leave a Comment

close up of red velvet cookies

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, I’ve been dreaming of pretty, festive treats. Red velvet is a perfect flavor for this holiday because it has all of the things Valentine’s Day is known for – sweetness, chocolate, and it is red! These red velvet cookies are a slightly better for you alternative to dye filled...

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Healthy Coffee Cake With Chai

November 22, 2021 · Leave a Comment

over the top shot of loaf

Today’s recipe is inspired by one of my favorite beverages! If you have never had one, a dirty chai is a chai latte with espresso added. It has all the creamy, spicy deliciousness of a chai latte, but with the round, full bodied flavors of espresso. Plus, there is the extra boost of caffeine! This...

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Cob Web Halloween Snacks

October 25, 2021 · Leave a Comment

cob web halloween snack with white marshmallow

I think we can all agree that Halloween is one of the most fun times of year! I love making festive treats for my kids to enjoy, and during the month of October, there are so many possibilities. These delicious cob web Halloween snacks look like they are covered in spider webs, with the help...

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Matcha Latte Bombs

May 2, 2021 · Leave a Comment

cup of matcha latte

With Mother’s Day coming up, you may be searching for the perfect gift that is from the heart (or shaped like one!) These matcha latte bombs are easy to make and takes 20 minutes to make! To me it's better than most matcha latte recipes I've tried! I love giving and receiving handmade treats for...

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

February 23, 2021 · Updated March 26, 2021 · Leave a Comment

single serve casserole with serving dish and fork

This family friendly healthier take of chicken cordon bleu (which is normally fried) is incredibly tasty and is a family favorite. The traditional cordon bleu is great for grown ups, but sometimes It can be hard to eat for the little ones.  This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole takes only 20 minutes of cook time and...

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Cheddar Biscuits

January 24, 2021 · Updated February 2, 2021 · 1 Comment

close up from the top shot of several cheddar biscuts on a wire rack

Biscuits spell comfort in all ways and shapes for me. I can eat them in the morning or paired with a main dish for dinner. I've made this cheddar biscuits recipe for my family to enjoy and I want to share it with all of you. Best of all it takes less than 30 minutes...

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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

January 19, 2021 · Updated January 27, 2021 · Leave a Comment

stack of oatmeal peanut butter cookies on a wire rack

Peanut butter lovers rejoice! I've been loving peanut butter lately, mostly for its high protein content and flavor of course. While some might eat peanut butter by the spoonful, myself included somedays, I like to add some wholesome ingredients to it. This recipe is where peanut butter meets oats. It's a happy marriage of two...

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Easy Chicken Parmesan with Homemade Marinara

January 13, 2021 · Leave a Comment

Our family loves anything breaded.  Biting into chicken that's crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside is amazing.  I’ve been getting huge cravings for some good, old-fashioned comfort food, and this recipe is a classic! This Easy Chicken Parmesan is so good and I've added a homemade marinara tomato sauce recipe to it...

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Milk Bread

January 12, 2021 · Updated February 24, 2021 · Leave a Comment

close up of milk bread with butter knife on side

I have a soft spot for good bread. There's just something about fluffy bread right? I've finally baked one of my favorite breads at home and I'm so excited to share it with you. This is a Japanese Asian white bread recipe also known as Hokkaido Milk bread. It has only 8 ingredients.  Now you...

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Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies

January 10, 2021 · Leave a Comment

a bunch of chocolate chip cookies on a wire rack with chocolate chips in a bowl

I sure do love a great chocolate chip cookie! Don't you? These are the best healthy chocolate chip cookies ever!  It will curb any sweet cravings without the guilt. It's a nutty flavor and texture, but when cooked just right, it is perfection! It's a great recipe and you can have this made in about...

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Cinnamon Rolls With Apple Pie Filling

January 5, 2021 · Leave a Comment

cinnamon rolls in a pan

These Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Pie Filling is just what need for a weekend morning. You'll see if you jump to recipe, it takes a couple hours to make. But most of that time is just proofing your dough, a fancy name of allowing the yeast to activate while it sits on your counter.  Cinnamon...

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Veggie Bread

December 2, 2020 · Leave a Comment

bowl of drinner rolls with garnish

So you know the classic dinner rolls that are so so good? I've made them easier to make with added nutrients! These veggie bread garlic cheese bombs are delicious and quick to whip up. These are perfect for this time of year for sure. Feel free to click the jump to recipe button to start...

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Turkey Cranberry Meatballs

November 30, 2020 · Leave a Comment

close up of meatballs with cranberry glaze

These turkey cranberry meatballs spells holiday all over it. It's a perfect Thanksgiving leftover recipe and is very family friendly (there's even hidden veggies in it). This is one of my favorite turkey meatball recipes and is a great cranberry turkey combo! There's so much leftover!  There's only so much stuffing and cranberrry sauce we...

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Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

November 20, 2020 · Leave a Comment

over the top shot of pumpkin bread cut with a gold knife on the side

My son's school recently made pumpkin chocolate chip bread in his online class and of course I wanted to see if I could make into a healthy pumpkin chocolate chip bread instead. I think it turned out great and a little less guilt free!  The combination of pumpkin pie filling flavor and chocolate is such...

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Mini Turkey Pot Pies

November 19, 2020 · 1 Comment

close up of mini pot pies on a marble tray

Thank you for Campbell’s® sponsoring this post.  If you are looking for a delicious, warm and comforting meal to satisfy your craving for Thanksgiving time flavors, you will absolutely love these filling these Mini Turkey Pot Pies! This recipe is incredibly easy and inexpensive to make so it is surely going to become a staple...

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Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars

September 10, 2020 · Leave a Comment

close up of pumpkin bars

Breakfast time is always a rush. These pumpkin oatmeal bars are healthy and also freezable. Just a little bit of prep could save you so much time in the am. These bars smell fall all over it. Best of all, you can still eat them throughout the year! ' Why You'll Love These Vegan Breakfast...

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Pizza Muffins

September 8, 2020 · Leave a Comment

close up of stacked pizza muffins

We love pizza around here and my kids ask for it a lot! I wanted to change it up a bit by making these easy pizza muffins. This also is a perfect answer with what to do with marinara sauce besides pasta. This muffin recipe has the flavor of pizza, but with added veggies. It...

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Mini Berry Pies

August 18, 2020 · Leave a Comment

berry pies with stars in the middle and berries around it

Make your mornings easier with these mini berry pies! They're healthy, freezable and have no refined sugar (the powdered sugar on top is optional.) Mornings are so hectic.  Even though some of us are at home doing distance learning or home school, we still have to feed our kids! You can freeze these mini pies...

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Dutch Baby Pancake

July 28, 2020 · Updated September 3, 2021 · 1 Comment

Close up of dutch baby pancakaes

Pancakes, waffles, toast. You name it we've had it this summer. I wanted to try something new and these dutch baby pancakes came to mind! Give this a whirl, made by hand or with a blender.   Change up your breakfast options!  All the traditional breakfast staples can get repetitive. These are quick, fast and...

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Savory Vegetable Muffins

July 21, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Close up of Muffins

These savory vegetable muffins are incredibly good and tasty. Change up your muffin recipes and add this to the mix. It's packed with vegetables and it's ready in less than 30 minutes. Tired of sandwiches for lunch? Try these! It's always nice to have a homemade option for the family. Why You'll Love These Veggie...

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Tasty Taco Rolls

July 18, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Taco wraps cut up on a baking sheet

Taco Tuesday doesn’t need to be the same old meat in a shell. Make a family favorite into something more special with these Tasty Taco Rolls! There are all kinds of options for taco shells. Flour tortillas, crunchy corn shells, street taco shells, and many more. But have you ever thought about using pizza crust...

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