Posts by Heather
Super Healthy Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles
A frozen treat that’s packed with fruits and veggies, but tastes like your favorite ice cream flavor. These Healthy Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles are vegan, low in sugar, and oh so creamy! Just blend up banana, spinach, avocado, and a few other ingredients then freeze. Plus, these pops couldn’t be faster to make, thanks to…
Read MoreSlow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken
This Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken is the ultimate base for easy weeknight dinners. You can use the tender, flavorful shredded chicken in sandwiches, on top of salad, mixed into pasta sauce, and more! I even like to use the cooking juices and leftover chicken to make a delicious soup. There are so many ways…
Read MoreChildren’s Books to Encourage Adventurous Eating
Whether you consider your child a picky eater or simply want to help your little one expand their palate, this list of Children’s Books to Encourage Adventurous Eating will entertain and inspire. Learning about food and cooking outside the kitchen can be particularly helpful in getting kids out of their comfort zone. Many times reading about…
Read MoreHealthy Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
With a crunchy cinnamon topping and a sweet swirl throughout, this easy Healthy Banana Bread tastes like it came from the bakery. It’s made with whole wheat flour and unrefined sugar, so you can feel good about serving it for breakfast or snacks. Stir all the wholesome ingredients together in one bowl, then sprinkle on…
Read MoreCooking with Picky Eaters
Frustrated with your toddler or older child refusing to try new foods and only eating the same couple meals everyday? Getting into the kitchen together can help! Cooking with picky eaters isn’t a quick, magical solution. However, as a mom of a picky eater and a kids cooking instructor, I’ve seen how hands-on exposure will…
Read MoreMini Chocolate Chip Snack Cookies (Vegan and High Fiber)
A healthy little chocolate chip cookie that’s perfect for toddler snacks or lunch box treats. These Mini Chocolate Chip Snack Cookies are made in one bowl. They are nut-free, whole grain, and packed with nutritious ingredients like high-protein hemp seeds. The bite-sized cookies are vegan (dairy-free and egg-free) and easy to make gluten free too.…
Read MoreSuperhero Mac and Cheese (High Protein with Yogurt and Spinach)
Looking for an easy, homemade healthy Mac and cheese? No flour, high in protein, and packed with veggies, this Superhero Mac and Cheese makes kids and parents very happy. Greek yogurt gives the sauce a creamy texture and nutritious boost. Plus, the cheesy pasta dish is only made with 5 simple ingredients you probably already…
Read MoreFlourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
These are my take on healthier peanut butter “Blossoms” (those classic Christmas cookies with the chocolate kiss in the center). My Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are lower in sugar, gluten free, dairy free, and only 6 basic ingredients. You just stir everything together in one bowl, so they are great for kids to…
Read MoreEasy Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Yogurt Glaze
Yeast-free cinnamon rolls means no waiting for the dough to rise or proof! You can having these warm, homemade treats on your table in less than an hour. Not only are these Easy Cinnamon Rolls simple to bake, but they made from wholesome ingredients and are lower in sugar. Yogurt is the key ingredient in…
Read MoreLower Sugar One-Bowl Cupcakes (Pumpkin and Chocolate)
A healthier treat for Halloween, birthday parties, or any occasion. These lower sugar one-bowl cupcakes can be made in the classic Fall pumpkin flavor or in yummy chocolate. However, both are filled with the goodness of pumpkin puree (yay for veggies in dessert!). Stir together simple ingredients you probably already have at home then make…
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