Recently I've been making an effort to incorporate Almond Breeze into some of our regular recipes for the added benefits and curiosity of taste. I started with simple beverages like our Very Berry Almond Smoothie and adding it into our favourite hot chocolate on cold days. We've had a lot of cold days! Eventually, I started to branch out into baking and made some fantastic treats including this amazing Brown Butter Blueberry Bread! Go ahead, say that 3 times … [Read more...]
Brown Butter Blueberry Bread
February 17, 2015 By 14 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Coconut Rice Pudding #loveyourcoconut
February 16, 2015 By 18 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
As I was boiling a pot of coconut milk and cinnamon on the stove yesterday, my son wandered into the room with his nose in the air, taking in deep breathes. "It smells like Jamaica, Mom" was his response, and he wasn't far off. The warm, creamy, spicy coconut concoction brought back memories of our recent family vacation to the tropics and was hard to resist. But Coconuts are more than just a fun treat on the beach; they are one of nature's true superfoods! Referred to as the planet's most … [Read more...]
Chocolate Mousse for Two
February 10, 2015 By 32 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Disclosure: I am sharing this Chocolate Mousse recipe as part of the Gay Lea Ambassador Campaign with Mom Central Canada and I receive special perks as part of my affiliation with this group. The opinions on this blog are my own. A silky, smooth Chocolate Mousse recipe for two! Perfect for Valentine's Day dessert! Valentine's Day is right around the corner and love is in the air! Well, there's a lot of things in the air in this boy run house, but there's … [Read more...]
Cherry Crush Slush
February 6, 2015 By 16 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
A fruity slush drink perfect for cooling off in the summer or celebrating Valentine's Day! I love to make the family a fancy and fun dinner for Valentine's Day each year. I try to make food I know my kids will really like, even if it's not the same dishes the adults will be devouring, so they enjoy their dinner too and don't miss out on the best part - dessert! Even the beverages keep with the Valentine's theme. We've tried strawberry milk, or spoiled them with Cream Soda for … [Read more...]
Very Berry Almond Smoothie #CoolerwithAlmondBreeze
January 27, 2015 By 23 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
With no member of our family sensitive to dairy, almond milk just wasn't something we considered buying. Turns out, it's actually pretty darn tasty and that's reason enough! It's also a great source of calcium and lactose, gluten and dairy free. The best part? Almond Breeze Vanilla only contains just 90 calories per cup and has no saturated fat, making it a great addition to your healthy eating routine! Come on, you know you vowed to eat better this year right? To get properly aquainted … [Read more...]
Fun Football Food for Kids
January 24, 2015 By 13 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Football season is heating up and the Superbowl is just a week away! I've rounded up some of the cutest football food ideas that even the smallest of fans will get a real kick out of! Whether your looking for savory or sweet, or both, we've got you covered! These eats and treats are perfect for Superbowl Sunday, team potlucks and even birthday parties. Fun Football Food for Kids (and adults alike!) Snickers Rice Crispy Treat … [Read more...]
