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Healthy Snack Idea Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries

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Healthy Snack Idea Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries

For a healthy snack idea, buy seasonal fruit and dip the slices into dairy-free, vegan chocolate. Pop them into the freezer for a quick, tasty dessert or snack!

Healthy Snack Idea: Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries

The one thing I am always scrounging for after dinner is something sweet. Thing is- I don’t necessarily want or need a full blown dessert, rather something easy, quick, and tasty! That’s why I whipped up another batch of my Homemade Vegan Chocolate Chips so I could dip some cutie slices and berries into.

This time, however, I didn’t actually turn the chocolate into chocolate chips, I just used it to dip my fruit into! Any kind of vegan chocolate or normal dark chocolate will work for this! Just be prepared to work quickly. Cold fruit + hot, melted chocolate means that the chocolate will harden a wee bit faster. 

Healthy Snack Idea: Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries

You could literally use any kind of fruit you wanted…

  • strawberries
  • cherries
  • oranges
  • kiwi
  • banana

…anything that floats your boat! I found a great deal on raspberries the other day….2 for $4.00. SCORE!! I’ll take 4 please  I go through those things like it’s my job.

Healthy Snack Idea: Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries

This would also be an excellent recipe to get the kids in on. They can choose their favorite fruit…art project meet cooking project. BOOM.

I suggest starting off with about a 1/2 cup of chocolate ad then melting more if you need/want more. This will also help prevent the chocolate from hardening quickly.

Healthy Snack Idea: Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries

If you’ve never eaten a frozen cutie or berries, here’s your chance. IT’s THE BEST EVER!

They are like 100% little whole popsicles. Even if you don’t like chocolate (these kinds of people do exist!), I highly suggest freezing some fresh berries/cuties for a fun snack! SO GOOD.

Healthy Snack Idea: Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries
Healthy Snack Idea: Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries

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Healthy Snack Idea: Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries

Healthy Snack Idea: Frozen Vegan Chocolate Dipped Cuties and Berries

  • Author: Sandra
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
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Ingredients

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  • 1/2 – 1 cup vegan, dairy free chocolate chips
  • 2 cups fresh fruit
  • toothpicks

Instructions

  1. First, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Then, melt your chocolate chips or make a batch of my homemade vegan chocolate. I usually place the chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and pop it in for about a minute.
  3. Dip half your fruit into the chocolate and place on parchment paper. Stick a toothpick in for easy access after they freeze.
  4. Place baking sheet into freezer. Let fruit freeze for about an hour.
  5. Keep in a tupperware or plastic bag inside the freezer for easy access.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes

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Vanilla Bean Almond Butter

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Vanilla Bean Almond Butter

Make your own vanilla bean almond butter with just a few whole ingredients and a food processor. No additives involved or refined sugars!

Make your own vanilla bean almond butter with just a few whole ingredients and a food processor. No additives involved or refined sugars!

It was legit the biggest struggle not to eat this entire batch of almond butter the second I made it. I seriously have a nut butter issue…you can even ask Blake. I eat at least 3-4 tablespoons a day.

It’s just…the perfect snack. 

Make your own vanilla bean almond butter with just a few whole ingredients and a food processor. No additives involved or refined sugars!

So this past weekend was pretty chill. I attempted to sleep in past 6AM on Saturday, but clearly that didn’t work. I was wide awake at 5:15. I mean really? I knew it was going to put a damper on my day and that I’d need to nap, and sure enough, I passed out 20 minute after I got home from my 8:30 workout at Pellicano Endurance Coaching aka PEC.

Speaking of PEC. I think I finally found my fitness home. I’ve been taking group strength classes at this local, boutique gym (thanks to ClassPass). The workouts are coached by Danielle and Frida and literally kick my ass. It’s exactly what I need. Ever go to the gym and just do the same thing every time? Yup, pretty much what I had been doing for the past few years. At PEC, every single workout is different. We use all different sorts of gadgets and focus mainly on functional fitness with lots of balance and stability incorporated into workouts. A lot of the workouts include explosive movements and HIIT, which is my favorite. I’ve only been working out there for the past 4 weeks (~2 days per week), but I am seeing a HUGE difference in my body composition. Just goes to show how much strength training RULES.

Every week I’ve been sharing a little glimpse inside my workouts on Instagram. Check it out —> Functional Lunge + Kbell Swing, Box Jump + Bosu Squat, and Hand Release Push-Ups.

Make your own vanilla bean almond butter with just a few whole ingredients and a food processor. No additives involved or refined sugars!

Back to this almond butter. The golden rule to making perfect almond butter, is roasting your nuts. Roast em. Roast em real good.

I added a few teaspoons of coconut oil to make this batch extra creamy, but you’re more than welcome to leave that step out!

I absolutely LOVE when you can see the vanilla bean specs.

Real food rules.

Make your own vanilla bean almond butter with just a few whole ingredients and a food processor. No additives involved or refined sugars!

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Vanilla Bean Almond Butter

Vanilla Bean Almond Butter

  • Author: Sandra
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
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  • 2 cups raw almonds
  • 2 tablespoons 100% pure maple syrup
  • beans from ½ vanilla bean
  • sea salt, to taste
  • 3 teaspoons coconut oil, partially melted (possibly)

Instructions

  1. First, preheat oven to 350ºF. Then, line a baking sheet with tin foil. Place almonds on baking sheet and top with maple syrup and a sprinkle of sea salt. Toss almonds with your hands. Make sure they are evenly spread out on the baking sheet. Roast almonds at 250ºF for 8-10 minutes. Let cool for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Once the almonds have cooled, transfer into a small food processor. Process on high for about 5 minutes, scraping the sides. At this point, if your almond butter has not started to become a nut butter consistency, add in a teaspoon of coconut oil at a time. I used 3 teaspoons. Whirl until drippy.
  3. Once the almond butter is at the desired consistency, add in paste from ½ a vanilla bean and give it one last whirl to mix it all together.
  4. Store in an airtight container or jar. Best if kept in the refrigerator or a dark place.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

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Homemade Wine Cooler

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Homemade Wine Cooler

Back in college (about 2 years ago), I blogged before that I didn’t drink much alcohol and that it actually gave me anxiety. I’ve also talked before how I was 100% gluten free. Things change, my mental health changes, my happiness changes, my body changes. I drink now (occasionally). This doesn’t mean I am a binge drinker- it simply means I am comfortable around alcohol and enjoy the taste of wine.

Not sure why I had to get that of my chest, but I just did!

This has been my favorite homemade drink of the summer so far…light and bubbly.

Homemade wine coolers have been my favorite drink of the summer. You really only need a few ingredients: your favorite white wine, bubbly water (I use Peach La Croix), a splash of juice (I used white grape juice), and some chopped up fruit for presentation and little extra taste!

Homemade Wine Cooler

Homemade Wine Cooler

Ingredients

  • 2 parts White Wine
  • 2 parts Sparkling Water
  • 1 part Juice
  • fresh fruit

I am a lightweight when it comes to drinking, so by lightening up my drink, I can enjoy more of it!

Homemade Wine Cooler

I am really excited about today. It’s the SUMMER SOLSTICE. And my bosses birthday. Which means, I get the day off! She surprised us at our department meeting on Wednesday that we didn’t have to work today. The reason why I am so excited is because my sister flew in from DC last night. We are going to a wedding tonight, and now I will be able to spend the entire day with her! I am thinking a long run around the lakes + Whole Foods Hot Bar for lunch!

HAPPY FRDAY

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Copycat Cashew Cookie Larabars

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Copycat Cashew Cookie Larabars

With just 3 simple ingredients you can make these Copycat Cashew Cookie Larabars that are grain-free, refined-sugar free, vegan, and paleo-friendly.

With just 3 simple ingredients you can make these Copycat Cashew Cookie Larabars that are grain-free, refined-sugar free, vegan, and paleo-friendly.

I still can’t believe I’ve been out of college for almost 3 years (in May!). I just had my re-occuring nightmare last week (the one where I missed graduating my 1 credit and didn’t know it until graduation day). I wake up sweating every time. College is one of those experiences I wouldn’t trade for anything. Why? Because it’s an experience that helped me get to where I am today. It’s a time in my life where I explored who I was as a person and even tried new things…like BLOGGING! Fact: FFF started out as CFF (College Foodie Finds) and was later changed to FFF because reality hit me that “one day” I may not be in college any more but still running the blog.

Best damn decision I ever made.

In college, Larabars were my saving grace. They’re made with whole foods, just a few ingredients, and SUPER delicious… especially my favorite flavor- cashew cookie. The only downfall is that they are $.99 per bar.

Time to play a little game of copycat.

With just 3 simple ingredients you can make these Copycat Cashew Cookie Larabars that are grain-free, refined-sugar free, vegan, and paleo-friendly.

I don’t know about you by my 2 favorite Larabar flavors are Cashew Cookie and Peanut Butter Cookie. Go figure, right? I like them because they have the least amount of ingredients and tastes like a legit cookie. 

This recipe is so simple you will have your snack made and ready to eat in less than 5! You pretty much put everything in a food processor and whirl until the nuts are broken up and the dates are pulverized. Roll the dough into a ball, roll it out with a rolling pin, slice, and eat. HAZZAH.

With just 3 simple ingredients you can make these Copycat Cashew Cookie Larabars that are grain-free, refined-sugar free, vegan, and paleo-friendly.
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With just 3 simple ingredients you can make these Copycat Cashew Cookie Larabars that are grain-free, refined-sugar free, vegan, and paleo-friendly.

Copycat Cashew Cookie Larabars

  • Author: Lee Hersh
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
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Ingredients

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  • 30 pitted medjool dates
  • 1.5 cups raw cashews
  • pinch of salt
  • optional: homemade dairy-free chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Place 30 pitted medjool dates in a small food processor. Process until dates form a paste.
  2. Next, add in raw cashews and pulse until the cashews are coarsely chopped and mixed in with your dates. You may need to stop and scrape the sides a few times. At this point you are able to pulse in optional chocolate chips. Just make sure you don’t over mix and crush the chocolate!
  3. Form a ball with your dough, then using a rolling pin, roll out dough so that it’s about 1.5 inches thick. Slice into bars with a knife.
  4. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 10 servings
  • Calories: 223
  • Sugar: 48
  • Sodium: 17
  • Fat: 2
  • Carbohydrates: 55
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 2

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What I usually do with homemade Larabars is store them in the freezer. I actually do this with most of the treats I make like my Grain-Free Protein Peanut Butter Cookies and Brownie Cookie Dough Swirl Protein Balls because they last longer this way. 

Plus I actually think they taste good frozen. Is that weird?

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Boozy Skinny Hot Chocolate

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Boozy Skinny Hot Chocolate

2 weeks ago I pulled my parka out of the closet and haven’t looked back since. My crock-pot now has a home on my counter top and I drink tea instead of water. We even got our first inch of snow last week….winter.

All this winterness has got me in a different recipe creation mindset. No more ice cream, popsicles, and overnight oats. More like hot dish, crock-pot recipes and Boozy Skinny Hot Chocolate.

Boozy Skinny Hot Chocolate

Yes, I said booze.

It has the same delicious hot chocolate flavor, with a kick of amaretto and the best part is…it’s not even 100 calories.

I think that deserves a #winning

Boozy Skinny Hot Chocolate

There was a time when alcohol just wasn’t part of my life. Thankfully, I am much more comfortable in my own skin and amaretto tastes really good. 

I topped my hot chocolate with some nonfat coo whip and my healthy chocolate sauce which can be found HERE. 

If you’re not into the booze thing, omit it! You’ll still get an amazing skinny hot chocolate that’s even less calories… 30 calories to be exact! 

One last thing before I let you go…

I’ve been doing some recipe planning for December and I’m planning a series called: 7 days of Healthy Holiday Cookie Recipes. So tell me, what are your favorite holiday cookies/bars/treats?

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Boozy Skinny Hot Chocolate

Boozy Skinny Hot Chocolate

  • Author: Sandra
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  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 5 teaspoons high quality cocoa powder (I use Penzey’s)
  • 1/8t liquid stevia (or to taste)
  • 1 oz. amaretto

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients in a small sauce pan and turn heat to medium/high. Using a whisk or spoon, continuously whisk cocoa powder into the almond milk until fully combined. Bring milk to a simmer and take off heat. Serve with nonfat cool whip, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or my healthy chocolate sauce.

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Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

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Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

All you need are 4 simple ingredients to make this delicious and creamy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie that is packed with Vitamin C and flavor! 

All you need are 4 simple ingredients to make this delicious and creamy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie that is packed with Vitamin C and flavor!

leave in 2 days for an 8 day long trip to Toronto and Chicago and I haven’t even thought about starting to back. I am SUPER excited to spend the next week with Davida. EEEEEEEE. She’s been going to this barre studio that I’m really excited to try out….and for someone else to cook for me. Sad, but true 

Davida and I have been friends for about a year and a half, and since then, she’s come to visit me in Minnesota like 5 times. There’s good reasoning behind it. Her other half, Curt, grew up in my neighborhood and his parents still live in the same house. Works for me 

All you need are 4 simple ingredients to make this delicious and creamy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie that is packed with Vitamin C and flavor!

It’s really weird having your best friend live in a different country. It’s manageable, but absolutely impossible to just go grab a drink with the guys or workout together not via in the internets.

Oh the power of Skype. My favorite is when one of us is sautéing something on the stove and still able to have a conversation from hundreds of miles away.

So this smoothie.

Sometimes less is more.

4 Ingredients. TONS of flavor & Vitamin C.

All you need are 4 simple ingredients to make this delicious and creamy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie that is packed with Vitamin C and flavor!

I do have a confession.

I had a MAJOR fail with this recipe last week. 1. don’t EVER put an entire orange in your blender and think that’s a good idea. Let’s just say the smoothie wasn’t pulp free  2. Don’y try and take a photo when the sky is grey/blue and it’s snowing. No matter how many times you try and adjust white balance, it’s just not going to work.

And then there was try number 2. A slightly different recipe and much better lighting.

Success.

All you need are 4 simple ingredients to make this delicious and creamy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie that is packed with Vitamin C and flavor!

The coconut milk in this recipe is essential. It definitely gives the “creamsicle” aspect of this recipe! Plus- it adds a tropical punch. 

Speaking of tropical. I am white as a ghost. This girl needs some color, some sunshine, pa-lease.

All you need are 4 simple ingredients to make this delicious and creamy Orange Creamsicle Smoothie that is packed with vitamin c and flavor!

How do you manage long distance friendships? Do you do em?!

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orange cream smoothie

Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

  • Author: Sandra
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
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  • 1 large banana, frozen
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk (from the carton)
  • optional: 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, coconut whipped cream, orange zest

Instructions

1.Place all ingredients in a blender or magic bullet and blend until smooth.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes

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