The Ultimate Cinnamon Protein Overnight Oats

I have to say, a few of my recent posts have all but destroyed the nice 8×11 photograph theme. But I just couldn’t resist cropping these photos as squares – you really don’t get the whole “layered oats” effect any other way! These oats are without a doubt my favorite new breakfast to enjoy before…

Salted Caramel Bites

What do you get when you combine sweet dates, rich cashews, chewy oats, and sea salt? Cookie dough so irresistible you’ll find yourself hard-pressed to not eat it all! These salted caramel bites would definitely be more accurately named “Salted Caramel Heaven Cookie Dough Bites”, but unfortunately that name is a bit too much of…

14 Valentines Day Recipes

Valentine’s Day is here, whether you like it or not! It seems like Valentine’s Day is either a hit or a miss with people. In my experience, those with significant others just can’t wait for this very special holiday. They’re going out to dinner with their boyfriend and are going to exchange gifts and are…

Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal Muffins

I ate this muffin for breakfast yesterday and can say without a doubt that it kept me full until lunchtime! In addition to being high in whole grains, protein, and healthy fats, these muffins are stunningly easy to make! And they go great when topped with a spread of strawberry jam. I’m getting hungry just…

Cottage Cheese Pancakes

What’s filling, whole grain, and the perfect thing to wake up to on a Sunday morning? These fluffy cottage cheese pancakes! Now before you run away from the thought of including cottage cheese in a recipe for pancakes, hear me out! Cottage cheese is actually the perfect addition to any pancake recipe for three important reasons:…