Pumpkin Oat Cereal

Tonight, my dad and I were discussing fall flavors over dinner (because what else would I be discussing? ;)) and he observed that around this time of year, every restaurant goes into “pumpkin overkill”. First, there are the foods that typically include pumpkin, such as pies, lattes, and muffins. Then, you’ve got the foods that…

Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Energy Bars

I’m kind of sick of granola bars. While last year I relished the minute the final bell rang at school and I could rush down to my locker and chow down on a Kind or Lara Bar, this year I really haven’t been feeling the granola-bar-love. In fact, munching on a Dark Chocolate Chunk granola…

Super Refreshing Fruit-Infused Coconut Water

This coconut water is so refreshing, it’ll make you go “ahhh”. When I first tried coconut water, at a gas station halfway through an 8 hour drive to Connecticut, I was not a fan. If you’ve had coconut water before, you know it’s a bit of an acquired taste. You taste a sip expecting it…

Back to School Series- Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Bites

Here’s how my “afternoon routine” went today: I pulled into my driveway, the gravel crackling under my tires. Slamming the door, I cringed as my stomach growled audibly, attempting to reach the front door a quickly as possible before my back gave out under my 400 pound backpack. Rushing up the stairs, I dropped my…

Low Fat Peanut Butter Muffins

These muffins are low fat, low sugar, and low calorie. But they are certainly not low-taste!! Mini muffins are one of my favorite things to have in the kitchen on any given day. Have you ever had a snack craving, but know that if you get into the potato chips you won’t be able to…