Why You'll Love This Chia Seed Pudding

• Simple Pantry Ingredients
• Naturally Sweetened
• Dairy Free and Gluten Free
• Great for Meal Prep
• Customizable with your favorite toppings

Ingredient Notes

Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are the star of this recipe. They absorb liquid and create that signature pudding like texture while adding fiber, protein and healthy omega-3 fats. Make sure to use fresh chia seeds for the best texture.

Coconut Milk
Coconut milk adds richness and creaminess. You can used canned coconut milk for a thicker pudding or a carton of coconut milk for a lighter version.

Almond Milk
Almond Milk balances the richness of the coconut milk and keeps the pudding light. Use unsweetened almond milk so that you can control the sweetness with honey.

Honey
Honey add natural sweetness and pairs beautifully with the coconut flavor. Adjust the amount of honey based on your taste.

Garnish
I love adding fresh raspberries and gluten free granola as a topping to my chia seed pudding. You can customize the toppings to your liking.

How To Make The Best Chia Seed Pudding

Combine the Ingredients
In a large mason jar or other glass container, combine the coconut milk, almond milk, honey and chia seeds. Close the lid and shake until all ingredients are fully combined

Refrigerate
Chill the chia seed pudding in the refrigerator for several hours. Every so often, shake the jar to make sure that the chia seeds are mixed throughout and not settled on the bottom. Allow the chia seed pudding to thicken for 3-4 hours or overnight!

Serve
Chia seed pudding can be enjoyed throughout the week. Pour the serving amount into a bowl and garnish with fresh raspberries, granola and a drizzle of honey. Store the remaining pudding in the fridge for 4-5 days (if it lasts that long!).

Tips for the Best Chia Seed Pudding

• Whisk Well: Whisk or shake the mixture thoroughly when first combining to prevent clumps.
• Stir Often: After 10-15 minutes, give it another shake or stir to ensure the chia seeds are mixed throughout and not settling on the bottom.
• Let it chill: For best results, refrigerate for a least 3-4 hours or overnight
• Add Toppings Before Serving: Add fresh fruit, granola, honey, nut butters or anything you love.

Serving Ideas

Top your chia pudding with fresh berries, sliced bananas, toasted coconut, chopped nuts or a drizzle of nut butter or honey. Its is equally delicious layered into a parfait or enjoyed straight from the jar.

This easy chia seed pudding is one of those simple recipes that feels like a little act of self-care. Nourishing, satisfying and effortlessly delicious.

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The Best Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

A delicious breakfast or nutritious snack, this is The Best Chia Seed Pudding Recipe that feels indulgent but actually fuels your body. Made with a blend of coconut milk and almond milk, naturally sweetened with honey and packed with nourishing chia seeds. This recipe is creamy, satisfying, incredibly easy to make and you will find yourself making it on repeat.

Course Breakfast, Recipe, Snack

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Chill Time 3 hours hours

Total Time 3 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

Servings 4 Servings

Calories 299kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 1 ½ Cup Coconut Milk
• 1 ½ Cup Almond Milk
• 6 Tablespoons Chia Seeds
• 2 Tablespoons Honey

Garnish

• Fresh Raspberries
• Gluten Free Granola
• Honey

Instructions

• In a large mason jar or glass container, combine the coconut milk, almond milk, chia seeds and honey. Shake or whisk until fully combined
• Allow the chia seed pudding to chill in the refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight. The pudding will thicken while it is chilling. (Make sure to shake or whisk the pudding every so 20-30 minutes to be sure that the seeds don't fall to the bottom)
• Remove the chia seed pudding from the refrigerator and serve approximately ¾ cup into a bowl. Garnish with fresh raspberries, granola and a drizzle of honey.
• Store the remaining chia seed in the refrigerator until you are ready to enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 136mg | Potassium: 265mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 242mg | Iron: 4mg

This Christmas Fruit Wreath is more than just a healthy and festive side dish, it is super easy to make, full of flavor and fresh ingredients and a gorgeous centerpiece for your table. With a combination of vibrant fresh fruits, such as strawberries, blackberries, and green grapes, the addition of some chocolate dipped fruit and dried fruit paired with a delicious, tangy and creamy maple yogurt dip, this fruit wreath is sure to become a new holiday tradition.

While you are creating this beautiful wreath, it is important to know that you can customize the fruit assortment to your liking. This easy appetizer or side dish will pair perfectly with a glass of bubbles and our favorite and sparkly Sugared Cranberries (sprinkle these on the fruit wreath to add a touch of shimmer and shine).

Ingredient Notes

Seasonal Fruit: While you can use any fruit, try to choose fruit that is in season for the best flavor. I love adding fresh strawberries, blackberries, raspberries and green grapes. You can also add some dried fruit for texture and flavor.

Herbs: Rosemary and mint are great options for the base of the wreath as well as the garnish. These herbs had a perfect aroma and perfect amount of color for this festive dish.

Maple Yogurt Dip: Homemade yogurt dip that is sweetened with maple syrup, vanilla bean paste and a dash of cinnamon.

Sugared Cranberries: Adding the perfect amount of sparkle as a final touch. These are easy to make and can be sprinkles on the fruit wreath and also used in your favorite holiday cocktail.

Steps-by-Step Direction to Make the Best Fruit Wreath

Prepare the Fruit

• Wash and dry all the fruit
• Slice the fruit or dip the fruit in chocolate

Assemble the Wreath

• On a large round platter, arrange the rosemary sprigs in a circle to form the base of the wreath.
• Add the fruit starting with strawberries, adding blackberries and grapes and then continue alternating until all the fruit is added
• Add the fresh mint leaves in between all the fruit and then sprinkle in a few sugared cranberries for garnish

Make the Maple Yogurt Dip

• In a small bowl, whisk together the greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla bean paste and cinnamon until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to serve

Serve

• Place the dip in a small bowl and add to the center of the wreath. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve! Enjoy!

Tips to Make The Perfect Christmas Fruit Wreath

Fruit Variation
Be creative and choose your favorite fruit to make this festive wreath. You can add all fresh fruits, dried fruit or an assortment of both. I also love adding chocolate dipped fruit for a sweet surprise.

The Perfect Dips
I love this Maple Yogurt Dip, but you can always change it out for something different. Adding a chocolate dip to make this similar to a fondue or a delicious poppy seed dip would also be a great addition.

Assembly and Serving
It is best to assemble and serve this fruit wreath the same day so that the ingredients are super fresh and don't get dried out from the refrigerator.

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Christmas Fruit Wreath

When it comes to holiday entertaining, few things are as eye-catching (and easy) as a Christmas Fruit Wreath. Made with an array of colorful fruits, fresh rosemary sprigs and mint leaves. This centerpiece doubles as both a feast for the eyes and a healthy snack. Paired with a creamy Maple Yogurt Dip, it's a festive, crowd-pleasing, and healthy treat for your next holiday gathering.

Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Breakfast, Dessert

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 6 People

Calories 122kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

Maple Yogurt Dip

• 1 Cup Greek Yogurt
• 2 Tablespoons Maple Syrup
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste (or vanilla extract)
• ½ Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Fruit Wreath

• 8-10 Sprigs of Rosemary
• 2 Cup Whole Strawberries
• 1 Cup Blackberries
• 1 Cup Green Grapes
• 1 Cup Dried Apricots
• Chocolate (optional for dipping)
• Garnish: Fresh Mint and Sugared Cranberries

Instructions

Maple Yogurt Dip

• In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla bean paste and cinnamon and whisk to combine.
• Pour the Maple Yogurt Dip into a small bowl and place in the center of the platter

Fruit Wreath

• On a large round platter with the Maple Yogurt Dip bowl in the middle, lay the rosemary sprigs in a circle to create the base of the wreath.
• Start layering the fruit in a , strawberries, blackberries and grapes until all the fruit is all placed on the platter.
• Add the chocolate dipped fruit and chocolate dipped dried fruit and then garnish with the fresh mint leaves and the sugared cranberries.
• Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 401mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 851IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 1mg

Why No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites

Peanut Butter M&M Energy bites are kind of like a party in a ball.  Loaded with oats, peanut butter, chia seeds, honey, chocolate chips and m&m’s, these will definitely be a fan favorite for kids and adults.  Although they have a touch of sweet, these no-bake energy bites are the perfect grab and go snack for in between school activities.

No-Bake Energy Bite Ingredients

Old-Fashioned Oats
The base of this recipe, oats provide fiber and whole grain goodness. You can substitute for quick oats for a smoother texture, but the old-fashioned ones offer a chewier bite.

Peanut Butter
Use your favorite kind of peanut butter, creamy or chunky.

Honey
Act as a natural sweetener and helps bind the mixture together.

Chia Seeds
Adding chia seeds is optional but highly recommended for an extra boost of omega-3's and fiber.

Mini M&M
These little candies add a pop of color and sweetness and will be a favorite for the kids. If you want to remove the M&M for a healthier option, I love replacing the M&M's for dried cranberries.

Mini Chocolate Chips
Adding the perfect amount of sweet.

How To Make No-Bake Energy Bites

1. Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, honey and cinnamon and mix until smooth and fully combined

2. Mix the Ingredients: Add the oats, mini chocolate chip and mini m&ms and mix until fully combined.

3. Shape the Bites: Scoop the oat energy bites into small one inch balls using a spoon or ice cream scoop. Roll them into bite-sized balls.

4. Chill and Store: Place the energy bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set. Once the energy bites are set, store them in a airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

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No-Bake Peanut Butter M&M Energy Bites

Small but powerful, No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites are loaded with flavor, packed with nutrient rich ingredients, require no baking and are the perfect size to pack for an on the go snack.      

Course Breakfast, Recipe, Snacks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 18 Energy Bites

Calories 132kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Old Fashioned Oats
• ¾ Cup Creamy Peanut Butter
• ½ Cup Mini Chocolate Chips
• ¼ Cup mini M&M’s
• 2 Tablespoon Honey
• 1 Tablespoon Chia Seeds
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ¼ Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Instructions

• In a medium bowl combine the peanut butter, honey and cinnamon and mix until smooth and creamy.
• Stir in the oats, mini chocolate chips and mini m&m's until fully combined.
• Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop the batter and roll into balls (I like mine to be about 1” in diameter)
• Place the energy bites in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to eat

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg

As we are heading back to school and work after a wonderful winter break, the main goal is to stay healthy. We are doing everything we can to keep the colds down and our energy up and this delicious and easy Orange Vitamin C Immunity Smoothie is going to help you along the way!

Made with all fresh ingredients that are loaded with vitamins, whole and peeled oranges, bananas, frozen mango chunks, fresh ginger, lemon juice, honey and your milk of choice! This is a smoothie that you and your kids will love for breakfast, after school snack or can be enjoyed as a healthy dessert!

If you are into smoothies right now, you might also love this Blueberry Protein Smoothie or Mango Turmeric Smoothie.

Ingredients

Oranges-A vitamin C boost! Peeled whole oranges are the perfect base for this immune boosting smoothie.
Bananas-Fresh or frozen, bananas will add a creamy texture to your smoothie and also high in potassium!
Mango-Did you know that mango is also loaded with Vitamin C? Frozen mango chunks will add a sweet flavor to this citrus smoothie.
Ginger-A perfect detoxifying ingredient and pairs perfectly with orange and lemon. If you don't love ginger, this can easily be removed and won't affect the consistency of the smoothie!
Lemon Juice-Lemons are loaded with vitamin c and is also great for digestion!
Honey-Adding a hint of sweet!
Milk- I love adding unsweetened almond milk to this recipe, but you can use coconut milk, oat milk or regular cows milk!

Step-by-Step Instructions

• Combine the oranges, bananas, frozen mango, fresh ginger sliced, lemon juice, honey and almond milk to a high speed blender  
• Blend until all ingredients are fully combined and creamy (add more milk if needed)

Tips and FAQS To Make The Best Smoothie

Collagen or Protein Powder
I love adding a scoop of collagen or protein powder to all of my smoothies! My favorite collagen powder is Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides.

Other Ingredients You Can Add
Chia seeds are also a great addition to this smoothie! These are great for your digestive system and help get rid of toxins!

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Vitamin C Immunity Smoothie

This easy Vitamin C Immunity Boosting Smoothie is made with fresh whole oranges, bananas, mango, ginger and honey for the most delicious and refreshing smoothie that will load you up with all the vitamins you need for a healthy winter!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Breakfast

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 3 Servings

Calories 66kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 2 Whole Oranges Peeled
• 2 Whole Bananas Peeled
• 1 Cup Frozen Mango Chunks
• 1 Teaspoon Fresh Ginger Peeled and chopped
• 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 Tablespoon Honey
• ¾-1 Cup Almond Milk optional: Oat Milk, Coconut Milk or 2% Cows Milk

Instructions

• Combine the oranges, bananas, frozen mango, fresh ginger sliced, lemon juice, honey and almond milk to a high speed blender
• Blend until all ingredients are fully combined and creamy (add more milk if needed)

Nutrition

Serving: 3servings | Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 82mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 597IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 1mg

This new chocolate protein powder has made us create some new fun chocolate flavored that we are loving, it is kind of like having dessert for breakfast! My daughter, Sophie, created the Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie and we all fell in love. It is full of flavor and loaded with protein, so you are getting the best of both worlds. This time of year, chocolate and strawberries are top of mind, so we might as well make it into a smoothie as well!

As we are getting close to valentines day, we love all things strawberries and this smoothie goes right along with all of our favorites. Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats, Strawberry Snack Mix and Strawberry Pistachio Chocolate Bark are a few recipes we enjoy all season.

Ingredients

Strawberries-Frozen strawberries are the star ingredient.
Banana-One banana will at a sweet flavor and creamy texture. Fresh or frozen bananas will work great.
Chocolate Protein Powder- I have become a huge fan of Sprout Living Chocolate Protein Powder. It is the perfect amount of chocolate and has a hint of cinnamon flavor that I love. If you don't have chocolate protein powder at home you can use vanilla protein powder and then add 2 Tablespoons of cocoa powder to the smoothie for a chocolate flavor.
Chia Seeds- I always add a tablespoon of chia seeds to my smoothies for an extra boost of fiber. You can leave these out if you don't have them but these are a great pantry staple.
Vanilla Almond Milk-I love French Vanilla Nut pods because it has a thick texture.

Step-by-Step Directions

• In a blender combine the frozen strawberries, banana, protein powder, chia seeds and almond milk
• Blend until fully combined and smooth
• Serve immediately! Enjoy

Tips and FAQS To Make The Best Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie

Chocolate Protein Powder
I have become a huge fan of Sprout Living Chocolate Protein Powder. It is the perfect amount of chocolate and has a hint of cinnamon flavor that I love. If you don't have chocolate protein powder at home you can use vanilla protein powder and then add 2 Tablespoons of cocoa powder to the smoothie for a chocolate flavor.

Chia Seeds
I always add a tablespoon of chia seeds to my smoothies for an extra boost of fiber. You can leave these out if you don't have them but these are a great pantry staple.

Blender
I just purchase this new individual blender and loving it. It is light weight, yet super powerful. It makes 1-2 servings and it is so small so it can be stored anywhere and the blender cup can be turned into a drinking cup.

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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Protein Smoothie

A protein smoothie that taste like dessert, yes please! Chocolate Covered Strawberry Protein Smoothie is a delicious flavor combination of chocolate protein powder, frozen strawberries, banana and vanilla almond milk.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Breakfast

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 Smoothie

Calories 352kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Frozen Strawberries
• 1 Banana
• 1 Serving Chocolate Protein Powder I used Sprout Living Chocolate Protein Powder
• 1 Tablespoon Chia Seeds
• ½ Cup Vanilla Almond Milk add more if needed

Instructions

• In a blender combine the frozen strawberries, banana, protein powder, chia seeds and almond milk
• Blend until fully combined and smooth
• Serve immediately! Enjoy

Nutrition

Serving: 1Smoothie | Calories: 352kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 981mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 104IU | Vitamin C: 95mg | Calcium: 308mg | Iron: 4mg

Strawberry Cream Smoothie is a kid favorite after school snack in our home! There is nothing better than a treat that is also filled with vitamins, minerals, fiber and protein and they don't even know it. I love sneaking in fresh spinach, chia seeds and protein powder to the delicious frozen strawberries, mango and bananas.

Although strawberry is a classic smoothie that you can't go wrong with, we are making sure to load up vitamin C during the winter months and enjoying our Vitamin C Immunity Smoothie and Blueberry Protein Smoothie.

Strawberry Cream Smoothie Ingredients

Strawberries-Fresh or frozen strawberries work great in this smoothie!
Mango-Frozen mango will add a perfect amount of sweet and also is a great source of magnesium and potassium.
Spinach-One cup of fresh spinach is a great way to sneak in vegetables for the day and is full of vitamins and minerals.
Bananas-The key ingredients to making this smoothie extra creamy.
Chia Seeds-Known to be loaded with antioxidants, fiber and omega 3 fatty acids, Chia Seeds are the perfect ingredient to throw into every smoothie for an extra boost!
Protein Powder- Choose your favorite protein or collagen powder and you will feel full longer.
Milk-Almond, coconut, oat or cows milk all works great, but I love the addition of a Vanilla Almond Milk in this recipe. My favorite almond milk is Nutpods French Vanilla.

Step-by-Step Directions

• Combine the strawberries, mango, spinach, bananas, chia seeds, protein powder and almond milk in a high speed blender. 
• Blend until smooth and creamy!

Tips and FAQS To Make The Best Strawberry Smoothie

Other Ingredient Add Ons
Hemp Seeds
Maca Powder
Flax Seeds

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Strawberry Cream Smoothie

A classic Strawberry Cream Smoothie is the best and super quick to make! Made in under 5 minutes with frozen strawberries, mango, bananas, spinach, chia seeds and protein powder for a vitamin and fiber filled snack!

Course Breakfast, Drinks, sips, Snack

Cuisine American, Breakfast

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 Servings

Calories 261kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Frozen Strawberries
• 1 Cup Frozen Mango
• 1 Cup Fresh Baby Spinach
• 2 Bananas Peeled
• 1 Tablespoon Chia Seeds
• 1 Tablespoon Protein Powder
• ¾ Cup Vanilla Almond Milk

Instructions

• Combine the strawberries, mango, spinach, bananas, chia seeds, protein powder and almond milk in a high speed blender.
• Blend until smooth and creamy!

Nutrition

Serving: 2Servings | Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 64mg | Potassium: 830mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 2408IU | Vitamin C: 87mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 3mg

Hot summer days spent by the pool with kids, means we are always in search for the perfect homemade treat and one that is made with fresh and seasonal ingredients.  Summer fruits are so vibrant in color and flavor and add so much natural sweetness to make the most incredible frozen fruit sorbets, popsicles or smoothies. Creating Homemade Strawberry Sorbet is a super fun way to get creative in the kitchen with your kids and give them the opportunity to blend their favorite fruit flavors to make the perfect frozen treat or served in cocktail.  

What Is Sorbet

Sorbet is different than ice cream, sherbet or gelato; it is a simple combination of fruit and sugar and it is naturally dairy free.  Starting with fresh fruit and sweetened with simple syrup, and a dash of lemon juice, this will be the base of your sorbet.  Seasonal fresh fruit is naturally sweet, so make sure the amount of simple syrup balances the sweetness of the fruit you choose.  Once the fruit and simple syrup are blended, churn sorbet in a traditional ice cream machine to produce a smooth and creamy strawberry sorbet that can be enjoyed by the scoop or in your favorite waffle cone.

Ingredients

Strawberries-Fresh and seasonal strawberries are always the best option, but if you only have frozen on hand that will work as well

Simple Syrup-Made will only two ingredients, sugar and water, simple syrup is the sweetener for this sorbet

Lemon Juice-Adding a splash of lemon juice enhances the fresh fruit flavors and keeps the ruby red color of the strawberries vibrant

Salt- Add a pinch of salt to this strawberry sorbet to enhance the flavor

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Simple Syrup

• In a small saucepan, bring the granulated sugar and water to a simmer, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
• Remove the syrup from the stove and allow it to cool to room temperature 

Prepare the Strawberry Sorbet

• Rinse the strawberries and slice them in half; place the strawberries, simple syrup, lemon juice and salt in the blender, blend on high speed until the ingredients are smooth and there are no fruit chunks remaining 

• Strain the strawberry puree through a fine sieve to remove the seeds 
• Following the directions of your ice cream machine, freeze the sorbet until it looks like soft serve ice cream (this will take approximately 30 minutes but the sorbet will still be very soft)
• Pour the sorbet into a freezer safe container and freeze until firm (approximately 6-8 hours or overnight)

Expert Tips and FAQS

• If you don't have access to fresh strawberries, frozen strawberries are a perfect replacement
• If you like a little texture in your sorbet it is fine to remove the straining process and freeze the puree with the seeds!
• If you don't have an ice cream machine you can skip the ice cream machine step and pour the strawberry puree into a freezer safe container and freeze but the sorbet will come out an icy texture instead of creamy

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Easy Homemade Strawberry Sorbet

Easy Homemade Strawberry Sorbet is so light and refreshing and only made with 5 ingredients.  Seasonal fresh strawberries add the most delicious flavor, sweetened with simple syrup, lemon juice and a pinch of salt for an easy, delicious and dairy free frozen dessert!  

Course Dessert

Cuisine Dessert

Prep Time 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes

Freeze Time 8 hours hours

Total Time 9 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings 18

Calories 85kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 2 ½ lbs Fresh Strawberries Rinsed and Sliced (approx. 6 cups)
• 1 ½ cups Granulated Sugar
• 1 cup Water
• ¼ cup Lemon Juice
• ⅛ teaspoon Salt

Instructions

Prepare the Simple Syrup

• In a small saucepan, bring the granulated sugar and water to a simmer, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. 
• Remove the syrup from the stove and allow it to cool to room temperature 

Prepare the Strawberry Sorbet

• Place the strawberries, simple syrup, lemon juice and salt in the blender, blend on high speed until the ingredients are smooth and there are no fruit chunks remaining 
• Strain the strawberry puree through a fine sieve to remove the seeds 
• Following the directions of your ice cream machine, freeze the sorbet until it looks like soft serve ice cream (this will take approximately 30 minutes but the sorbet will still be very soft)
• Pour the sorbet into a freezer safe container and freeze until firm (approximately 6-8 hours or overnight)
• Scoop the sorbet into a bowl or a cone, garnish with fresh mint and serve!  

Nutrition

Serving: 18people | Calories: 85kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

Homemade popsicles are a fun addition to your freezer that you and your kids can make and enjoy together.  We all love waking up with our favorite Tropical Avocado Smoothie but why not sweeten things up a bit with a smoothie popsicle that feels like dessert but can be enjoyed for breakfast! These Strawberry Banana Smoothie Popsicles were created as a healthy snack made with only fresh fruit, honey, milk and greek yogurt, these popsicles are the same as enjoying a fresh smoothie, but frozen! 

Ingredients

Fresh Fruit-Using three of our favorite fruit options for smoothies; strawberries, bananas and recipes add a sweet and creamy texture that your kids will love.
Honey-No added sugar is the best part of these popsicles, sweetened with natural honey adds the perfect balance to the fresh fruit.
Greek Yogurt-Added protein and probiotics, greek yogurt turns these popsicles from dessert to breakfast.
Milk- Use your choice of milk; cows milk, almond milk or oat milk are all great options.

Step-by-Step Instructions

• In a blender the strawberries, banana, raspberries, honey, yogurt and milk and blend until smooth
• Pour the smoothie mixture into the popsicle molds, place the popsicle sticks in the mold and freeze the popsicles for 6-8 hours or overnight

Expert Tips and FAQ's

• I like using fresh fruit for this recipe, but you can always use frozen fruit.  Using frozen fruit might cause the popsicles to be a little more icy then creamy, but they will still taste delicious!
• There are a lot of different popsicles molds, but if you don't have a popsicle mold you can use small cups instead
• Need more veggies in your life?  Adding a hand full of spinach to this Strawberry Banana Smoothie Popsicle is a great addition and will not add any flavor, just more vitamins!
• This is a great recipe for your kids to help out with.  Mine love to make smoothies and now they are obsessed with making their own popsicles.
• If you prefer a dairy free option, replace the cows milk with almond or oat milk and use a dairy free yogurt substitute.

How Long To Freeze Popsicles?
Homemade popsicles usually take about 6-8 hours to freeze completely, but I like to make them the day before so that I am 100% sure they will be ready when I need them.

How To Unmold Frozen Popsicles?
Once the popsicles are made and in the freezer, the next question is how to I get the popsicles out of the mold.  While it is super simple, there is a trick that makes it even easier.  Once the popsicles are frozen, run hot water on the popsicle mold for a few seconds, but make sure that the water does not get into the mold and touch the popsicles.  Gently pull on the stick and the popsicle should slide right out.  This process can be repeated if it doesn't come out easily the first time, just be sure you don't completely melt the popsicle!  

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Strawberry Banana Smoothie Popsicle

Homemade Strawberry Banana Smoothie Popsicles are loaded with fresh fruit, honey for sweetness and greek yogurt.  These popsicles make the perfect snack or can even be enjoyed for breakfast.  

Course Dessert

Cuisine Dessert

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Freeze Time 8 hours hours

Total Time 8 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 8 Popsicles

Calories 59kcal

Author Kristen Massad

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Fresh Strawberries hulled and sliced
• 1 Ripe Banana
• ½ Cup Fresh Raspberries
• ½ Cup Greek Yogurt
• ¼ Cup Milk Almond, Cow's Milk, Oat Milk
• 3 Tablespoons Honey

Instructions

• In a blender combine the strawberries, raspberries, yogurt, milk and honey and blend until smooth
• Pour the blended fruit into ice cream molds, place the ice cream sticks into each slot and place the lid on the popsicle mold
• Freeze the popsicles until solid, approximately 6-8 hours or overnight
• For easy removal, stream hot water around the mold to release the popsicle (do not get water in the interior of the mold)

Notes

Helpful Tips and FAQ's
I like using fresh fruit for this recipe, but you can always use frozen fruit.  Using frozen fruit might cause the popsicles to be a little more icy then cream, but they will still taste delicious!

There are a lot of different popsicles molds, but if you don't have a popsicle mold you can use small cups instead

Need more veggies in your life?  Adding a hand full of spinach to this Strawberry Banana Smoothie Popsicle is a great addition and will not add any flavor, just more vitamins!

This is a great recipe for your kids to help out with.  Mine love to make smoothies and now they are obsessed with making their own popsicles.

How Long To Freeze Popsicles
Homemade popsicles usually take about 6-8 hours to freeze completely, but I like to make them the day before so that I am 100% sure they will be ready when I need them.

How To Unmold Frozen Popsicles
Once the popsicles are made and in the freezer, the next question is how to I get the popsicles out of the mold.  While it is super simple, there is a trick that makes it even easier.  Once the popsicles are frozen, run hot water on the popsicle mold for a few minutes, but make sure that the water does not get into the mold and touch the popsicles.  Gently pull on the stick and the popsicle should slide right out.  This process can be repeated if it doesn't come out easily the first time, just be sure you don't completely melt the popsicle!

Nutrition

Serving: 8Popsicles | Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 27IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg

Ingredients To Make Homemade Honey Vanilla Granola
Granola is always fun to make because the ingredients are pantry staples, there is little prep time and you can be creative in what you put in your granola.  I love the simplicity of this recipe and the crispy and crunchy texture that the honey and brown sugar gives.

Gluten Free Oats- Old fashion oats are needed in this recipe instead of instant oats.   I prefer gluten free because it allows all our family to enjoy this granola, but you can choose to use regular oats
Almonds-I love the addition of almonds in this recipe because it adds the perfect crunch and nutty flavor.  If you prefer a different nut, you can substitute!
Cinnamon-Ground cinnamon adds the a small amount of spiced flavor to enhance the granola and take it to the next level
Unsalted Butter- Melted butter will coat the oats and will give a rich flavor to the granola
Light Brown Sugar- The light brown sugar will sweeten the granola without making it to sweet 
Honey- The pure flavor of honey adds sweetness and will help the granola crunch up when it bakes
Vanilla Bean- Whether you are using real vanilla bean or vanilla bean paste, I love the flavor of the bean over just an extract.  It will produce a stronger flavor that will be enjoyed in every bite

How To Make Homemade Honey Vanilla Granola

• In a medium bowl combine oats, almonds, cinnamon and salt
• In a small saucepan combine butter, brown sugar, honey and vanilla bean
• Bring the butter mixture to a simmer and heat just until sugar is dissolved (do not boil)
• Pour the butter mixture into oats and stir until fully combined
• Spread granola onto a sheet pan
• Bake for 25-35 minutes or until golden brown
• Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely before storing in an airtight container

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Homemade Honey Vanilla Granola Recipe

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Crispy, crunchy, sweet and full of vanilla and honey flavor!  Homemade Honey Vanilla Granola is a perfect way to start your day or a great midday snack.  Made with gluten free oats, sliced almonds, cinnamon, unsalted butter, brown sugar, honey and vanilla bean,  granola is so versatile and can be enjoyed in so many ways.  

• Author: Kristen Massad
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Category: Breakfast

Ingredients

3 Cups Oats
2 Cups Almonds, Sliced
1 tsp Cinnamon
¼ tsp Salt
½ Cup Unsalted Butter
⅓ Cup Brown Sugar
¼ Cup Honey
1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
2. In a medium bowl, combine oats, almonds, cinnamon and salt
3. In a small saucepan combine butter, brown sugar, honey and vanilla bean
4. Bring the butter mixture to a simmer and heat just until sugar is dissolved (do not boil)
5. Pour butter mixture into oats and stir until fully combined
6. Spread the granola mixture onto a sheet pan
7. Bake for 25-35 minutes or until golden brown
8. Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely before storing in an airtight container

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