Zucchini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies (Vegan and Whole Grain)

Soft, flavorful cookies wholesome enough for breakfast and snacks, but delicious enough to crave any time of day. These Zucchini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies come together in one bowl! They are naturally egg-free, dairy-free, whole grain, and low in added sugar. Kids will love to help bake these up too! Kids in the Kitchen: Grate…

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S’mores Brownie Bites

An easy but impressive dessert that kids can make by themselves (or with just a little help)! These S’mores Brownie Bites were my cookbook kid recipe testers’ favorite recipe over and over again. The brownies are super fudgy thanks to two “secret” ingredients–almond butter and applesauce–but all you taste is chocolate goodness! These little treats…

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Monster Cookie Energy Balls

Snack time will never be boring when you make these Monster Cookie Energy Balls. Another sneak peek recipe from my new kids cookbook, Kid Kitchen! Super easy to stir together and customize, kid chefs will be making these on repeat. Want more recipes that your kids will be excited to cook (like these Monster Cookie…

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Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (Dairy and Gluten Free)

You can have warm, healthier cookies in less than 30 minutes! These Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are made from simple, pantry ingredients and everything gets stirred together in one bowl. You can make them with peanut butter instead, which is what my husband prefers. The cookies are lower in sugar, dairy-free, and gluten-free too.…

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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…

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Mini 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.…

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Flourless 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…

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Lower 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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Healthy Homemade Popsicles for Toddlers and Kids

Does the summer sun have your kiddos screaming “Ice cream!!”? We definitely love a trip to go get the real deal once in a while but having healthier frozen treat options at home is a great way to have a cool, sweet dessert without all the added sugar.

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Healthy Cookie Dough Bites

Perfect for toddler snacks and kids’ lunch boxes, these Healthy Cookie Dough Bites are vegan, gluten-free, nut-free and packed with goodness. Oats, dates, and seeds make these bites high in fiber and antioxidants. Roll the dough into balls for an “energy ball” type snack or press the dough into a pan and cut into squares…

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