The girls and I recently went blueberry picking with my parents up north near Eureka. We had a great time, although being out in the wilds of Alaska is always a little nerve racking. If you surprise an unsuspecting bear, odds are a fun outing can turn dangerous extremely fast. Which is why my dad…
Sweet Treats
Hot Fudge Sauce With Cocoa
You know your life as a food blogger has reached an all time low when you are caught in the kitchen by your children licking vegan hot fudge sauce off of your shirt. And then they want a lick too. Yes, sadly that seriously happened. I was taking pictures and next thing I knew my…
Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies are my favorite cookies. They are crispy on the outside, yet chewy and soft on the inside. I make these for my family when we want a treat or a pick me up (I may have even let my girls have 2 for breakfast the other day… but I won’t confirm…
Big & Soft Paleo Ginger Molasses Cookies
These Big & Soft Paleo Ginger Molasses Cookies certainly live up to their name. They are big, and so soft they nearly melt in your mouth. Bet you can’t eat just one! Oh goodness… I can’t believe it’s December! What happened to November?! In less than 2 weeks AJ and I will celebrate our 10th…
Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer (Vegan/No Sugar Added)
I normally don’t take creamer in my coffee. Well, at least not anymore. I used to. Up until I changed my diet and couldn’t find the right sort of dairy free creamer substitute. I tried everything from dairy free coffee creamers to canned coconut milk to any and every dairy free milk under the sun….
Sugar Free Triple Berry Cobbler (Grain & Nut Free)
I have the perfect summertime recipe for you today, that’s sugar free and absolutely delicious! This Sugar Free Triple Berry Cobbler (Grain & Nut Free) is the perfect dessert to bring along on a picnic, camping trip, or to make for your 4th of July celebration! …… or to have for breakfast (not that I…
Gluten Free Breakfast Cookies
These Gluten-Free Breakfast Cookies are a reader favorite. Packed with protein and healthy fats, no one would ever know these are grain-free, egg-free, and nut-free! Over the last several weeks, many of you have asked for grain free recipes that do not contain eggs or nuts. Kind of a hard combination, but definitely not impossible. …
Easy 2-Ingredient Chocolates (soy & nut free, vegan)
True confession: I used to hate Valentine’s Day. Like seriously disliked it. Every year I’d set unrealistic expectations about the silly holiday and always, always end up disappointed. It wasn’t until after I was married that my ideals and expectations about Valentine’s Day changed. How precious and blessed am I to be loved by a…
Gluten Free Pecan Pie Cookies
A subtly sweet shortbread topped with pecan pie filling… does it get any better? When I was little, my mom made sure we had pecan pie every holiday; it was my dad’s favorite. Since changing my eating habits I wanted to make a healthier alternative to the sugar-filled classic, something I didn’t have to feel…
Toll House Style Chocolate Chip Cookies (gluten free, dairy free, soy free)
As of lately, it is very rare for me to eat a really sweet indulgent treat. Don’t get me wrong, anyone who knows me well knows I love sweets, but I normally prefer ones that have been made healthier in some way (lower in sugar, lower in fat, etc.). Not this time. In a moment…
Orange Creamsicle Popsicles (dairy free, Paleo & GAPS friendly)
When I was little, I remember my mom making popsicles very similiar to these, but she used orange juice concentrate and cane sugar instead of pure unsweetened orange juice and honey/stevia. In any case, I loved the popsicles she made for my brother and I, and wanted to recreate them for my girls, just with…
Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites (Grain, Egg & Refined Sugar Free)
Here is another favorite recipe I make for my goofy girls (I love these cookies too)! This recipe is linked to the GFE Virtual Support Group, Grateful GAPS Holiday Foods, Allergy Free Wednesdays, Allergy Friendly Friday, Slightly Indulgent Tuesday, Simple Lives Thursday, Wellness Weekend, and the Gluten-Free Homemaker. Chocolate Chip Cookies Bites Yields 1 dozen…
Abbi’s Grain Free Toddler Bites (vegan)
Prior to becoming gluten and corn free, my Abbi used to be a very picky eater (she still can be at times – she is definitely a toddler!). Though throughout all of her picky stages, one food has always remained a constant favorite: raw almonds. If I couldn’t get Abbi to eat anything on her…
Homemade Sugar Free Chocolate Bars
Many of you who follow my Facebook page know I began a 10 day sugar free challenge today in the hopes of getting my current arthritis/psoriasis flare under control. For the next 10 days I’ll ONLY use stevia as a sweetener (I’m even giving up agave nectar, maple syrup, honey, and coconut sugar). BUT… what…
Healthy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (egg, refined sugar, xanthan/guar gum free)
I know… it’s been a while since I’ve posted a recipe!! Sorry! We’ve been busy working on the house and enjoying what’s left of summer. Leaves are already starting to turn colors here in Alaska; fall is quickly approaching! These cookies are a perfect healthy treat for lunch boxes! Healthy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (egg, refined…
Dairy & Sugar Free Fudgesicles
Have you ever had Jello Pudding Pops? They used to be my favorite popsicle treat when I was a kid (pre-gluten free/dairy free lifestyle, of course). I probably would have eaten a whole box of them if my mom would’ve let me! This recipe some-what reminds me of those beloved pudding pops. I hope…
Sugar Free Chocolate Macaroons
What a beautiful evening in Alaska! It’s 9pm and the sun is still shining. We even have blue skies! Sugar Free Chocolate Macaroons: Yields about 16 cookies 4 egg whites from large eggs 1/8 tsp sea salt 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 teaspoon NuNaturals Liquid Vanilla Stevia 2 cups unsweetened coconut, finely shredded 2 TBSP…
Stevia Sweetened Chocolate Chip Cookies… grain & gum free
I did something I don’t normally do today. I told my girls they could eat as many chocolate chip cookies as they wanted to for a snack. 😉 You should have seen the looks on their sweet faces! They were so happy! I do not use store bought almond flour in this recipe (which is…
Almond Shortbread Cookies
These super simple Almond Shortbread Cookies are soft, moist, and slightly crumbly (but not overly so). Perfect served with either tea or coffee! *2 cups almond flour 3/4 cup brown rice flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp sea salt 1/4 cup shortening, organic butter, or your favorite non-dairy butter (such as Earth Balance) 1/3…