Posts by Heather
Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
Chocolate and Peanut Butter are a match made in heaven, right? Add in some crunchy crispy rice cereal and you’ve got the yummiest dessert that’s so easy to make at home. Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are gluten-free, lower in added sugar, and made from only a handful of simple ingredients. Want your cereal…
Read MoreRoasted Squash Hummus
Easy, homemade hummus with a seasonal, veggie-packed spin. Roasted Squash Hummus is a creamy plant based, vegan dip that’s also totally kid-approved. This would be a great snack or appetizer for a Halloween gathering, Thanksgiving, or any family event. Hummus is so simple to make from scratch and it tastes 100 percent better than the…
Read MoreNo-Boil Pasta Bake (with Veggies!)
This recipe is a weeknight dinner miracle! To make No-Boil Pasta Bake, you add everything to a baking dish, including pasta straight from the box, mix it with sauce and veggies, and bake it! Totally hands off and no cooking the pasta before-hand at all! I kept the basic recipe simple. However, You can customize…
Read MoreHealthy Halloween Food for Kids
Healthy Halloween food for kids can fit into any meal of the day. Festive food doesn’t need to be saved for dessert or an occasional treat. Here are some ideas for breakfast, snack time, lunch boxes, and dinners too. I have lots of ideas for healthy Halloween food for kids to enjoy throughout the month…
Read MorePumpkin French Toast Cups
The best way to use up any leftover bread you have on hand? These sweet and easy Pumpkin French Toast Cups! They are like healthier French toast casserole or bread pudding in a handheld form. You simply cut or rip your bread (or even hot dog buns!) up into pieces, stir together some simple ingredients…
Read MoreAutumn Squash Soup (Slow Cooker or Instant Pot)
All the cozy Fall flavors is a bowl! This veggie-packed soup is so easy to make in the slow cooker, Instant Pot (pressure cooker), or on the stove top! Autumn Squash Soup has carrots, butternut squash (or any variety of squash you have), and a little apple to add some natural sweetness. A touch of…
Read MoreBaked Salmon and Sweet Potato Nuggets
Only 4 simple ingredients in this super kid and toddler friendly finger food. Baked Salmon and Sweet Potato Nuggets are packed with nutritious salmon and sweet potato that’s held together with an egg and some breadcrumbs. Egg-free and gluten-free variations included in the recipes below as well. Serve with your kiddo’s favorite dip, and you’ve…
Read MoreStuffed Pizza Bites (with Veggies!)
This is a fun twist on pizza night that’s perfect for cooking with kids! Stuffed Pizza Bites can be filled with whatever you like: mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, chicken, and/or whatever veggies you enjoy. We often do spinach in there because it blends right in with the other fillings. You can use store-bought or homemade pizza…
Read MoreApple Cider Donuts (Baked and Vegan)
Does your family go apple picking in the Fall? If you do, you know the magic of Apple Cider Donuts. Warm, spiced cake usually rolled in cinnamon-sugar…they are the best treat ever! I created this homemade, baked version so we could enjoy apple cider donuts more often. They happen to be vegan, refined sugar free,…
Read MoreTeriyaki Salmon Bowls
You can get this healthy salmon dinner on the table in under 30 minutes! Teriyaki Salmon Bowls are a quick and easy meal that adults, kiddos, toddlers, and picky eaters will enjoy. One meal for the whole family! The sweet, soy glaze is flavorful yet kid-friendly and it pairs well with rice or noodles and…
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