*This Protein-Packed Stuffed Baked Apples post is sponsored by Autumn Glory Apples. All opinions are my own. My family always gets excited about apple season. I try and always keep apples in the fridge for a quick grab-and-go snack. We definitely embrace the old “apple a day” rule in this house, not just because they’re…
Avocado Pumpkin Muffins
I don’t do a lot of baking anymore, mainly because homemade baked goods are my weakness and if they’re really tasty I can’t stop eating them. Occasionally when a craving strikes for a really moist and tasty muffin, I’ll play around with adding various healthy ingredients. I’ve been wanting to try mashed avocado in a…
Pumpkin Dip
This Pumpkin Dip is simple and nutritious. You can serve it as an appetizer or healthier dessert. It’s amazing served with gingersnaps, graham crackers or fresh sliced apples. Ingredients: 15 oz Pumpkin Puree 1 cup blonde coconut sugar (can substitute natural brown sugar) 1 package cream cheese 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1/2 tsp…
Pumpkin Custard
Pumpkin custard is just like pumpkin pie without the crust…creamy and delicious served warm, room temperature or cold. I used coconut sugar in this pumpkin custard recipe and it turned out amazing. It tastes very similar to brown sugar. The trick here is sifting the sugar mixture well before adding it into the wet…
Pumpkin Protein Shake
This Pumpkin Protein Shake makes the perfect fall breakfast or snack, loaded with healthy pumpkin puree and muscle-building protein powder. Pumpkins are rich in carotenoids, which are the compounds responsible for giving them their beautiful, bright orange color. One of these compounds, beta carotene is converted into a form of vitamin A in the body,…
Pumpkin Bread- My mother’s recipe
Ahhhh, the comforts of fall….the cooler weather, the changing leaves, the wonderful smells (apple crisp, my favorite caramel candle scents) and the FOOD. I love baking this time of year. Pumpkin is one of my favorite flavors and I relish my mother’s pumpkin bread. It is a simple, yet amazing, recipe that comes together quickly and easily. It is not low-fat…
