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  • Easy Homemade Thin Mints

    On the Twelfth Days of Cookies

    December 12, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Peppermint Bark Smooth dark chocolate, a peppermint coconut butter layer, and crushed candy canes is the perfect combination for a healthy Christmas candy. www.innovativehealthfitness.com

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    On the Eleventh Days of Cookies

    December 11, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Peppermint Bark Smooth dark chocolate, a peppermint coconut butter layer, and crushed candy canes is the perfect combination for a healthy Christmas candy. www.innovativehealthfitness.com

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    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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    December 9, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the ninth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me gluten free white chocolate peppermint Cookies!

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    On the Seventh Days of Cookies

    December 7, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the seventh day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Peanut Blossom Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional peanut blossom cookies.

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    On the Sixth Days of Cookies

    December 6, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the sixth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Snickerdoodle Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional snickerdoodle cookies.

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    On the Fifth Days of Cookies

    December 5, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the fifth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Snowball Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional snowball cookies.

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    On the Forth Days of Cookies

    December 4, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the fourth day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Chocolate Chip Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies.

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    On the Third Days of Cookies

    December 3, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the third day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Gingerbread Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional Gingerbread cookies.

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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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    On the First Days of Cookies

    December 1, 2020 / 0 Comments

    On the first day of cookies, my trainer gave to me Keto Sugar Cookies! A fun new twist on traditional sugar cookies.

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    12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series 2020

    November 29, 2020 / 4 Comments

    It’s 12 Days of Christmas COOKIES. This is my 3rd year doing this series! It’s been a huge hit and I have so much fun putting this together!  I have 12 recipes coming your way. And they are keto, paleo, grain-free, refined sugar-free, and totally and completely full of delicious flavor.  I have something for everyone! These are perfect for anything Christmas desserts. A cookie exchange, cooking with the kids, holiday parties, Christmas Eve night, Cookies for Santa. Anything! I just love this time of year! Even though this year might look a little different! Holiday parties, driving around looking at  Christmas lights, Christmas movies, time for giving…  12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series If there is a time to make a lot of cookies, it is Christmas time!…

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    Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies

    December 11, 2019 / 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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    12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series

    December 7, 2019 / 0 Comments

    I just love this time of year! Holiday parties, driving around looking at  Christmas light, Christmas movies, time for giving…  I have a new series starting my Christmas gift to you. It’s 12 Days Christmas Cookie Series I have 12 recipes coming your way. And they are paleo, grain-free, refined sugar-free and totally and completely full of delicious flavor. These are perfect for anything Christmas desserts. A cookie exchange, cooking with the kids, holiday parties, Christmas Eve night, Cookies for Santa. Anything! 12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series If there is a time to make a lot of cookies, it is Christmas time! And it feels so good to be in the kitchen in December…

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    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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    December 8, 2017 / 0 Comments

    12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series I just love this time of year! Holiday parties, driving around looking at  Christmas light, Christmas movies, time for giving…  I have a new series starting my Christmas gift to you. It’s 12 Days Christmas Cookie Series I have 12 recipes coming your way. And they are paleo, grain-free, refined sugar-free and totally and completely full of delicious flavor. These are perfect for anything Christmas desserts. A cookie exchange, cooking with the kids, holiday parties, Christmas Eve night, Cookies for Santa. Anything! If there is a time to make a lot of cookies, it is Christmas time! And it feels so good to be in the kitchen in December…

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    Buffalo Casserole

    May 6, 2017 / 12 Comments

        Buffalo Casserole If your husband is anything like mine he LOVES buffalo sauce. I put together this casserole that is husband and kid-approved. Related posts:Ultimate Grocery Shopping Guide 2026: Simple Tips to Save Money, Eat Healthier, and Shop Smarter

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Hi!! I’m Kristin, the heart behind Live Simply with Kristin. 
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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