Recipes

Since drinking a chocolate milkshake for breakfast would be unhealthy, why not turn that into a healthy drink instead? I developed The Best Chocolate Smoothie on that idea! I use super healthy ingredients such as avocado, dates, almond milk, spinach, cocoa powder, coconut, and chia seeds. Blend all of that together with some ice cubes […]

A good boost of vitamin C is a great way to kick-start your metabolism. My Metabolism Boosting Green Citrus Tea is an easy and healthy drink for your morning routine. I simply brew some green tea, and then add citrus juices to the mix. I like to use freshly squeezed lemon juice and grapefruit juice […]

Who doesn’t love a good old-fashioned slushy? Cool off with my silky Cherry Limeade Slushy Ice Drink! It is a sweet and tart, yet creamy drink that is so refreshing on a hot day. The easiest part is that it is all done in the blender! Simply add cherry limeade mix, lime zest, lime juice, […]

Need a birthday treat that won’t throw you off your diet goals? Try my creamy and sweet Birthday Cake Protein Shake to celebrate any day of the week! I blend together some vanilla protein powder, Greek yogurt, almond milk, whipped topping, vanilla extract, agave, and ice cubes. The end result is a frothy, sweet, cake-like […]

Who doesn’t love a homemade, healthy juice to start the day off right? My Green Weight Loss Juice is a delicious mix of pineapple, spinach, broccoli, cucumber, and fresh mint leaves. It is so refreshing and great for shedding excess pounds! Simply add all of your ingredients into the juicer, and in no time, you […]

Protein shakes are a delicious way to integrate more fruits, veggies, and protein into your diet. My Apple Pie Protein Shake is a healthy breakfast that tastes just like a slice of homemade apple pie! I start by coring an apple and cutting it into small cubes. I then load the blender with almond milk, […]

Two-ingredient recipes are simple, and inexpensive to make. My Light and Easy: Pumpkin Chocolate Brownies with Two Ingredients require a boxed chocolate cake mix, and pumpkin puree. That’s it! Begin by mixing the dry mix into the pumpkin puree. Next, add that mix into a pan lined with foil or cooking spray. Finally, bake until […]

Looking for something special to make for Valentine’s Day? The answer is my Light and Easy: Heart Shaped Red Velvet Cake! Simply assemble my light and easy red velvet cake batter, then pour into greased cake pans. I love to use heart-shaped pans and use this recipe for any celebration of love. The cake is […]

Dessert on a stick is a super fun way to eat treats! My Light and Easy: Strawberry Shortcake Skewers are a quick, healthy dessert that are exciting to eat. First, I make a homemade light shortcake dough and bake them off until golden. Once cooled, I can layer the shortcakes on skewers with fresh strawberries. […]

This Fluffy Smores Dip Recipe is so easy to make with just a few simple ingredients! It results in a chocolatey, light and fluffy dessert! The flavors of a S’more are so delicious, but S’mores are so messy to eat! Instead of making a mess in your hand, my Light and Easy: Fluffy Smores Dip […]

I love soft and chewy cookies; the ones that melt in your mouth when you take a bite. That is exactly how my Light and Easy: Homemade Sugar Cookies are! These cake-like cookies start with whole wheat flour, and I add healthy ingredients like nonfat Greek yogurt to cut down on fat and calories. To […]

I love desserts that have multiple textures and flavors. My Healthy Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups with Roasted Walnuts have both great texture and amazing flavor! These little cheesecake cups are so delicious with lots of sweet pumpkin spice. To make these, start by mixing the ingredients for the cheesecake filling. Combine nonfat cheesecake jell-o mix with […]