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  • Peanut butter balls

    On the Tenth Days of Cookies

    December 10, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the tenth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me peanut butter balls!

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    Kristin McConnell

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    On the Second Days of Cookies

    December 2, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the second day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Peanut Butter Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional peanut butter cookies.

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  • NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT ENERGY BITES

    June 13, 2020 / 0 Comments

    NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT ENERGY BITES Tired of boring health food snacks? Try these easy, addictive, on-the-go energy bites; we’ve heard people call them a party-in-your-mouth. Using fiber and mineral-rich dates as a base, this chocolatey snack satisfies your sweet tooth and provides extra energy for your busy lifestyle. Ingredients (use organic ingredients where possible) ¼ cup hazelnuts 15 dates, pitted 2 tbsps cacao (raw chocolate) powder or substitute unsweetened cocoa powder ¼ cup unsweetened  almond butter 2 tbsps chia seeds 1 tbsp coconut oil ½ tsp pure vanilla extract Sea salt Utensil Food processor Method Process the hazelnuts into a medium-fine powder. Overall, it should be an even grind. Remove…

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    Peanut Butter Cookies

    December 21, 2018 / 1 Comment

    Decembers Recipe Redux Challenge/Theme was to grab the nearest cookbook and “ReDux” the recipe on page 201, 18, 218 – or any combination of the number ‘2018.’ I grabbed my trusty Better Homes and Garden Cookbook my Grandma bought me after I moved out of my parents home.  So to say the least I’ve used this cookbook a lot over the years. Original recipe title Peanut Butter Cookies in the Better Homes and Garden page 218. It was purely a coincidence this recipe was a sweet treat which I feel it totally appropriate for this holiday season! In reality, you can make this treat any time of year it’s a…

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  • 12 Days if Cookies

    Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies

    December 12, 2017 / 0 Comments

    I am so excited to start this blog series this month  12 Days of Cookies! These recipes are delicious and healthier versions. I have something for everyone, Paleo, Whole30, Gluten-Free, Vegan… Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies!  On the first Day of Cookies, my trainer gave to me…  These energy peanut butter protein balls are my take on the tradition Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie. I don’t just make these protein balls just around Christmas time, I make them for parties or for a quick grab and go snack. I have made these for my bunko group, Christmas party, school parties and they are a big hit. Energizing Peanut Butter Protein Balls Paleo, Gluten-Free,…

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  • Energizing Protein Balls

    July 9, 2015 / 1 Comment

       There are several ways you can make these protein ball. I want to make these as healthy as I can and without preservatives and other unwanted food additives. I made this batch with home Made peanut butter. Yum!! Homemade Peanut Butter   My kids LOVE these delicious protein balls. So I wanted to share them with you! They are great for parties, dessert, a quick pick me up snack. Peanut Butter Protein Balls Makes 48 cookies 1 Cup Peanut Butter, Almond Butter, or Seed Butter 2/3 cup raw honey or agave 2 tsp. vanilla 1/2 cup flax meal 2 cups oats (use Gluten Free oats if needed) 1 cup Vanilla…

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As newly empty-nest empty nesters, Ryan and I sold it all and live full-time in our cozy camper—trading big house stress for simple joys, freedom, and adventures together.
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