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Easy Apple Cinnamon Muffins + Goal Bookmarks Printable!

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Can you believe it’s back-to-school season already? In addition to shopping for clothes and school supplies, I’m rounding up some of my favorite easy recipes to make for breakfast and after-school snacks. I don’t know about your kids, but my boys have neverending appetites! Today we’re sharing this Easy Apple Cinnamon Muffins recipe topped with Kellogg’s® Frosted Flakes®. They turned out amazing!

This post has been sponsored by Kellogg’s. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Oh and we’re sharing a FREE reading tracker printable for the kids, too. My boys are big readers, so when we saw selected Kellogg’s products at Dollar General featuring the 1 Box = 1 Free Scholastic Book program, we stocked up! Get this free book offer while it’s hot! In addition to the recipe and free book details, we’re also sharing a hot deal on Kellogg’s products at Dollar General including a coupon! Yes, this post is full of all sorts of goodies. 🙂 [Read more…]

Mermaid Smoothie Bowl

Mermaid Smoothie Bowl Recipe

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If you’ve caught any of my Instagram posts recently, you may have noticed all the beautiful smoothie bowls I’ve been making this summer. They are really easy and fun to make! I promise you they look so cool that even the kids won’t turn their nose up at eating this healthy breakfast. This latest one is inspired by my favorite Disney princess, Ariel. Check out this Mermaid Smoothie Bowl recipe below!

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Mermaid Smoothie Bowl Recipe

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Scarlet Witch Strawberry Crescent Braid Recipe #InfinityWar

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Avengers Infinity War releases in theaters everywhere April 27th! I don’t know about you guys, but I was pumped to find out the film would be releasing a week earlier than expected! As a long time Marvel fan, I thought it would be fun to create an Infinity War themed recipe, so I made this Strawberry Crescent Braid with Scarlet Witch and her long red locks in mind.

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Scarlet Witch Strawberry Crescent Braid Recipe

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Carrot Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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Spring is in the air, which means for many families, the schedule is quickly filling up! From baseball games to spring break trips, there’s a lot to keep up with. One thing that stays consistent in our household is quality family time. No matter how busy our schedule becomes, we always carve out time to eat together. That’s our favorite family tradition! The boys love to help out in the kitchen and learn new recipes, like these Carrot Cheesecake Cinnamon Rolls. I totally should’ve made two batches because these went fast!

This is a sponsored post from Pillsbury™, but all opinions are my own.

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Strawberry Lemonade Protein Donuts recipe

Strawberry Lemonade Protein Donuts Recipe

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I remember often when my parents would surprise us kids with a dozen donuts for weekend breakfasts. While donuts are a fun treat, they are not the healthiest breakfast choice. Instead, I opted to make my family these homemade strawberry lemonade donuts made with protein powder and less sugar. They taste just as amazing too! Read on to grab this protein donuts recipe below.

Strawberry Lemonade Protein Donuts Recipe

Strawberry Lemonade Protein Donuts recipe

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Easy Banana Pancakes Recipe with Pan Fried Cinnamon Bananas

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These eggless banana pancakes are super easy to make and taste amazingly good! Just think bananas foster meets pancakes, and that’s exactly what this recipe tastes like. I recommend making extra because this breakfast will quickly become a family favorite. You’ll only need a few ingredients to make this easy banana pancakes recipe. Read on for the mouthwatering details!

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Top Protein Shakes on Pinterest

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Want to shake up your breakfast routine? Eating the same thing each day can get boring after awhile, but it’s important not to stray from a healthy diet. After doing some research, I found 5 of the top protein shakes on Pinterest that are pinned often. My family and I taste-tested each protein shake, which takes only a few minutes to make, and approved. No wonder they’re popular on Pinterest! Stay lean, build muscle, and enjoy more energy with these protein-filled shakes.

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Apple Cinnamon Rolls Recipe with Caramel Glaze

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Are you looking for an ooey, gooey breakfast to serve your family? Look no further than this amazingly delicious apple cinnamon rolls recipe. I’ve also included a caramel glaze sauce. It’s super easy to make, just grab a tube of crescent rolls and a few more ingredients to make this tempting breakfast or brunch favorite. You’ll have breakfast on the table in just 20 minutes!

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Apple Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Protein is essential to a healthy body and an active lifestyle. Start your day off right with a healthy protein-filled breakfast! Beginning your day with protein helps you sustain hunger longer, and gives you more energy too. Some of my preferred ways to incorporate protein into my diet is with Premier Protein products. They have a variety of shakes, bars, and powders that provide 30 grams of protein per serving! Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite breakfast recipes: healthy banana chocolate chip muffins. Grab the recipe below!

Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Apple Pie Protein Shake Recipe

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Eating a balanced protein diet can help you feel nourished and full longer. Having protein shakes as a meal or snack is a great way to sustain your energy throughout the day. The really good thing about using protein powder is that you can switch up the ingredients to make endless recipes. I’m really digging this Apple Pie Protein Shake Recipe and wanted to share it with all of you!

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nutty homemade waffles

Simple Nutty Homemade Waffles

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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, some experts say. I don’t know about you, but I crave something sweet in the morning – especially during lazy weekends. Start your day off with a hearty breakfast like these peanut butter homemade waffles. Besides being packed with protein, most nuts often contain Omega 3’s, fiber and Vitamin E. How can you resist that? Now that I’ve tempted you, read on to grab the tasty recipe below!

Simple Nutty Homemade Waffles

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blueberry float

Easy Blueberry Floats Recipe

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Blueberries are not only a delicious fruit that you can enjoy year-round, but they have some fantastic health benefits too. One cup of blueberries can provide 25% of your daily Vitamin C and nearly 4 grams of fiber, which can help lower cholesterol naturally. These wonderful berries are great as a snack, or can add flavor to many dishes. Today, I’m sharing an easy blueberry float recipe to enjoy anytime of year!

Blueberry Floats

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Savory Chocolate Oatmeal with Strawberries

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Craving something savory at breakfast time? Try this healthy alternative – Chocolate Oatmeal with Strawberries! Oatmeal has long been known as a whole-grain powerhouse. It’s packed with nutritious benefits that can help lower cholesterol and fiber. It’s great for both your heart and belly! Read on to grab this healthy breakfast recipe.

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Chocolate Oatmeal with Strawberries

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The Best French Toast Recipe!

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Are you looking for a recipe to indulge your sweet tooth? I often find myself reaching for something sweet, especially on the weekends when I have more time on my hands. You won’t want to pass up this amazingly easy breakfast, or brunch recipe. It’s really delicious and something the entire family will enjoy. Read on to grab the best french toast recipe around!

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Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed Recipes

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A big thanks to Honey Bunches of Oats for providing today’s delicious recipes! All opinions are my own.

On a recent survey, more than 500 moms were asked what they want for Mother’s Day. Want to know the surprising results? The top survey answer moms want are handmade gifts from their children. So why not pamper mom with breakfast in bed? A homemade meal is a great opportunity for dad or an older sibling to teach the younger ones how to cook. And it’s an inexpensive gift that will truly make mom smile.

Here’s 3 amazing Mother’s Day breakfast in bed recipes. Take your pick!

 

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banana chocolate chip bread

Banana Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe

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When I was pregnant with my first son I was lucky enough to have what I would call “normal” pregnancy cravings. I didn’t want pickles and ice cream or anything out of the ordinary. Instead, I craved banana everything! Since I was feeling nostalgic, I decided to make this amazing Banana Chocolate Chip Bread to share with all of you. I’ve included a fast-motion video of the recipe too!

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Prior to being pregnant, I liked bananas, but not like this….this was on another level. My favorite thing I enjoyed while pregnant with him was banana bread with chocolate chips. Banana bread alone is super delicious, but once you add chocolate it really takes your taste buds on an adventure!

Banana Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe

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frozen strawberry banana yogurt bites

Frozen Strawberry Banana Yogurt Bites

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New year, new you, right?! Sometimes it’s really hard to kick an old habit and start a new one, like healthier eating. So today I’m sharing a convenient way to get wholesome foods into your diet. Try this Frozen Strawberry Banana Yogurt Bites recipe sponsored by General Mills®!

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Join me in stepping away from the ice cream and try this nutritious dessert or late night snack instead. It’s made up of 3 ingredients and super easy to make – I promise! Not only will you enjoy this heavenly alternative, but your kids will too! Here’s what you’ll need to get started.

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Coffee Gift Basket with Dunkin Donuts®

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Gift baskets are a great way to celebrate any occasion, and anyone! They are perfect for recipients like teachers, your boss, neighbor, and even your mother in law. Gift baskets are really easy to create and allow you to customize it for a specific person. If your recipient is a coffee lover, you can’t go wrong with a Dunkin Donuts® coffee gift basket.

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Dunkin Donuts® coffee comes in a variety of flavors like French Vanilla and Hazelnut, or seasonal favorites like Pumpkin Spice. Their coffee is available in traditional roasts and popular k-cups® for Dunkin’ at Home! Since our home and our recipient’s home uses a k-cup® brewer, this gift basket was a breeze to create.  [Read more…]

Quaker real medleys

Easy Breakfast Ideas for Busy Mornings

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When it comes to breakfast, I tend to gravitate towards something sweet. Many times, I choose convenience over quality because mornings are so hectic. Soon they will get even crazier because both boys will be attending school this year. So what’s a busy mom to do? Try Quaker® Real Medleys® Yogurt Cups! Real Medleys is a delicious blend of yogurt and multigrain granola with real fruit and crunchy nuts.

Watch our short video below to see how simple and convenient this new breakfast is! Hubby is hand modeling for the video today. [Read more…]

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Honey Bunches of Oats Summer Travel Tips

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Thanks to today’s post sponsor, Honey Bunches of Oats. All opinions are mine alone.

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Planning a summer vacation? Don’t forget to check out this handy list of summer travel tips before hitting the road! Honey Bunches of Oats wants to help you avoid “are we there yet” blues by arming you with tons of helpful road trip tips. Check them out below!

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Get Excited for the Minions Movie with General Mills #The7thMinion

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Do you remember the nostalgia of finding a toy in your cereal box? Growing up, that was something my brother and I always looked forward to. I recently came upon my collection of figures from cereal boxes and fast food kids meals that I accumulated as a child. The boys had quite a field day looking at my old memorabilia. It’s pretty neat how trends circle back around. Apparently mommy is cool because the boys recognized several of my toys. 😉

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Snowman Sweet Rolls + Cream Cheese Icing Recipe

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I am a born and raised Floridian. When the temperatures drop below 60 degrees I become a hermit of sorts. I just don’t like shivering! So when my son had a day off from school recently, and the weather was cold outside, I offered to do a fun activity to warm up our day. Instead of making cinnamon rolls the traditional way, I asked the boys if they would like to make a snowman. They excitedly said, “yes!” 

How to make snowman sweet rolls

  1. Open a package of Pepperidge Farm sweet rolls and place the rolls on a baking sheet.
  2. Begin by removing a small portion of the rolls’ outer layer and set aside. Place that roll on top of another to begin building your snowman.
  3. Next, use the small dough piece you removed from the middle layer to create a scarf for the snowman. Then repeat step 2, removing a larger portion so that the top roll is smaller than the other two.
  4. Place that roll on top of the other two, then use the dough to craft a hat for the snowman.
  5. Bake them as directed on the packaging.

While the sweet rolls are baking, I whipped up this killer cream cheese icing recipe. It takes just a few minutes to make and is seriously delicious.

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Bars Recipe

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Today’s post is sponsored by Post cereal. All opinions are mine alone.

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With two growing boys, snacking is a necessity in my household. Therefore I’m always on the hunt for new snack ideas. I couldn’t resist sharing another chocolate peanut butter recipe creation with all of you, especially when this breakfast wrap is still a reader favorite! So with the help of my 3-year-old, we whipped up these delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Bars in no time!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Bars Recipe:

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Breakfast Wrap Recipe

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My favorite food combination is chocolate and peanut butter. It’s seriously delicious, right? So when I came across this breakfast wrap idea on Pinterest that included both – I was sold!

This breakfast wrap is quick and easy to create. And with the holiday frenzy approaching, this recipe is one to consider for those long shopping days and expected (and unexpected) guests. Not to mention it’s a protein filled breakfast option!

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Here’s what you need to make this Chocolate Peanut Butter Breakfast Wrap:

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Strawberry Banana Lifeway Kefir smoothie

Breakfast for Dinner with #KefirCreations

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It’s not too often that we all get to sit down for breakfast as a family. My husband is out the door before any of us wake up in the morning, but dinner is another story. Dinner in my home growing up was always eaten as a family at the dining room table. No TV, tech devices, no couch. Just good old family conversation around the dinner table, and that tradition lives on today in my home with my family. 

Lifeway Kefir Smoothie
Because breakfast together is a rare treat, I occasionally surprise everyone with breakfast for dinner. With my little guy in tow we headed to Winn Dixie courtesy of #CollectiveBias to pick up the ingredients for decked out chocolate chip pancakes, bacon, and smoothies. By the way, how cute is that mini cart L is pushing around?

I also grabbed a bottle of Lifeway Kefir lowfat strawberry banana smoothie. My chiropractor, Dr. Dan, suggested the product and mentioned these benefits, “Kefir helps by flushing out the bad bacteria from your intestines, which aides in regulating your digestion, metabolism, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.” We are somewhat smoothie addicts around here, so to try one that has so many benefits was a win-win.
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Produce for Kids Get Healthy, Give Hope Campaign + 2 Simple Healthy Recipes

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Publix and Meijer are partnering with Produce for Kids® for the 12th Get Healthy, Give Hope campaign to raise money for children’s organizations. The best part (besides fruits and veggies, of course): ALL funds raised stay local and go to area children’s organizations! 

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