*Pictures Updated 9/2018 Hi Friends! Fall time means apple season! One of my favorite activities in the fall is apple picking. An annual tradition for my husband and I is to make a trip to the local apple orchard and spend an afternoon picking as many apples as possible. We always end up picking an […]
Sweet Treats
Low-Fat Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats
What happens when you make a delicious lower fat treat, but you can not stop eating it?! The answer is the treat is no longer lower in fat because you are exceeding the recommended portion size. By the way this was my story today as I was making these great treats! They are that […]
Peaches and Cream Pops
Summer might be coming to an end, but that does not mean popsicles have to also. For around 50 calories you can enjoy one of these fat-free delicious pops that combine both fruity and creamy flavors. Did I mention they are a great way to sneak in some added fruit for those family members that […]
Banana Bites – “Peanut Butter Chocolate” and “Strawberry Granola”
I had a blast making these snacks! They are a perfect activity for the children to get involved with. While making the sweet treat, children can be creative with additional toppings and combinations. Not only are my “banana bites” fun to make, but they make for an excellent snack with a hint of sweetness. Who […]
Summer Fruit Pizza
Happy 4th of July! In honor of the celebration for the US independence day I have come up with a delicious treat that I am overly excited about. Over the past few summers it has been a personal tradition to take a dessert known as “fruit pizza” to my friends’ parties. Although I always enjoy […]