As the mom to three kids ages {just barely} 5 and under, I am well-acquainted with the feeling of being exhausted and drained. It's not a fun feeling and I like to nix it as soon as I can when I drag myself out of bed in the morning. After all, I have a TON of work to do! And it all requires my … [Read more...] about NingXia Wolfberry No-bake Energy Bites
Desserts
DIY Pumpkin Pie Spice Essential Oil Blend
Fall is finally here (at least in our part of the world)! This season of enjoying the harvest and giving thanks has grown into one of my favorites (a very close second to spring). I love the changing colors of the leaves and the crisp smell in the air. And I really do enjoy the season's popular … [Read more...] about DIY Pumpkin Pie Spice Essential Oil Blend
Buttery Coconut Flour Pie Crust
I have recently found a deep, sincere love for all things coconut. Coconut oil. Coconut sugar. Coconut flour. Coconut is like super fruit. So many things come from it or its tree and they are packed full of nutrition. Plus, coconut flour is both gluten free and Trim Healthy Mama approved. Well, I … [Read more...] about Buttery Coconut Flour Pie Crust
Glazed Cinnamon Maple Nut Twist Topped with Bacon
This masterpiece is a traditional recipe that has been in my hubby's family since he was a kid. I've been told it originated in an old cookbook. It has become a family favorite and it is being passed on to the next generation (our kids, nephews, and nieces) as well. Since we have been trying to live … [Read more...] about Glazed Cinnamon Maple Nut Twist Topped with Bacon
Mini Peanut Butter Cheesecakes
I love being on the Trim Healthy Mama weight loss lifestyle. Since things like butter and bacon are God-made and therefore good for my body, I am encouraged to eat them, not avoid them! And I've been enjoying my butter and bacon and lost 27 pounds, too! Well, another amazing aspect of this "diet" is … [Read more...] about Mini Peanut Butter Cheesecakes
Vanilla Bean Coconut Sugar Caramels
Coconut sugar, also called palm sugar, is an amazing natural sweetener. It is made from the sap of coconut flower buds. It ranks a 30 on the glycemic index, making it a low-glycemic sweetener. Plus, it is chock full of vitamins and minerals like potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, … [Read more...] about Vanilla Bean Coconut Sugar Caramels