Having breakfast pre-prepped can make your mornings go so much smoother. This chia seed pudding is full of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, making it a great meal to keep you full until lunch time. These are also a beautiful addition to any brunch buffet! Feel free to switch up the types of fruit depending … Strawberry Kiwi Chia Seed Pudding Parfaits
Frittatas are a great make-ahead breakfast to enjoy all week along. This version has a combination of caramelized chicken sausage, sweet bell peppers and nutty, creamy goat cheese (a perfect flavor combination). Serve this with fresh fruit or buttered toast for a tasty and filling way to start the day! 3. Add bell peppers and … Chicken Sausage, Bell Pepper and Goat Cheese Frittata
It’s a good time of year to stock up on canned pumpkin because it’s most likely going to be on sale. It adds wonderful flavor to this quick bread but I also love using it in pancakes, cookies and even chili. Serve this bread at your upcoming holiday brunch and prepare to wow your guests! … Pumpkin Bread with Maple Chai Glaze
Fresh, locally grown apples are hard to beat this time of year. The farmers markets are loaded with a variety of them – each one unique in taste, texture and color. Typically for baking you want to go with a more tart apple like Ida Red or Granny Smith, but any variety will work here. … Apple Cake
I have the best Mom who loves to garden. She’s is always up for a “U-Pick” situation and I’m happy to enjoy the reward! Earlier this week she brought me a quart of fresh picked raspberries and they are soooo good. Reminds me of childhood when I would go out to my Grandpa’s garden and … Raspberry Pistachio Baked Oats
The farmer’s market here in Michigan is full of delicious produce this time of year. This Saturday I picked up some perfectly ripe peaches and blueberries and wanted a way to enjoy them all week long. This sheet pan pancake method is so easy and works beautifully! You can either serve these pancakes right away … Blueberry Peach Sheet Pan Pancake
Kefir is a fermented milk that is similar to a drinkable yogurt – full of probiotics that are good for gut health. On it’s own, kefir can be very sour, so I added fresh mango and honey to this smoothie to provide the perfect balance of sweetness. I also added fresh ginger, cinnamon and cayenne … Fresh Mango Kefir Smoothie
Peanut butter and banana is one of my favorite combos. This recipe is the perfect excuse to have cake for breakfast – there’s no added sugar (only banana and pure maple syrup) so it won’t spike your blood sugar and will keep you satisfied until lunchtime. This is obviously also great for dessert or an … Peanut Butter Banana Cake with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
I love having a variety of healthy snacks on-hand whenever I need a pick-me-up – typically mid-morning or mid-afternoon. These bars are a great balance of carbs, protein and fat and are naturally sweetened. I used almonds and dried cranberries for my add-ins, but feel free to use whatever dried fruit and nuts you have … No-Bake Chocolate Almond Oat Bars
With Easter right around the corner, I’ve been starting to think of some tasty brunch items to include on my menu. This quiche is somewhat unique because it uses phyllo dough for the crust instead of pastry dough, providing a wonderful flaky texture. The creamy and slightly sweet Havarti cheese pairs beautifully with the salty … Bacon, Havarti and Arugula Quiche
