Berry Acai Bowl

 

An easy and quick berry acai bowl topped with sliced almonds, berries, shredded coconut, and chia seeds.

Hi again! It is Lauren from Lauren’s Recipe Box. I don’t know about you but all of the Valentine’s Day candy and treats have got my body desperately craving fruits and veggies!

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No-Bake Healthy Chewy Almond Granola Bars

 

Hi hi hi! I’m Christina over at Run Lift Eat Repeat and I’m SO excited to be joining the family over here at My Cooking Spot! One of my goals for 2017 was to commit to always having healthy snacks on hand (at home, in my purse, etc.) for those times you need something to hold you over or you’re just hungry.

Enter the BEST granola bars.*

I typically make a huge batch of these on the weekend so I’m set for the week. Sometimes I even double the batch and freeze half. And the best part: there’s no baking involved!

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Chocolate Walnut Scones

 

Hey y’all! It’s Lauren from Lauren’s Recipe Box and I have been so excited to share these incredible and gorgeous scones with you guys! Filled with cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and walnuts these are anything but your grandmothers scones!!

I remember when I was younger thinking that scones were anything but my favorite sweet treat but this rich and decadent chocolate flavor will make you a believer!

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Carrot Raisin Bran Muffins


 

2017! Bring on the new year with health and happiness. I had a baby last year. So 2017 is is the year for me to get the baby weight off. I want to also get my health in check and that means making a lot better choices when eating and trying to get more veggies and fiber in my diet.

When 4pm hits, my cravings can sing a different tune than the celery sticks and rice cakes I should be reaching for. That is when I hit a slump for the day. I have been up since 6am chasing a little munchkin and working every chance I can squeeze in. A piece of chocolate and a Coca-cola have been my go-to to get me through that slump and they taste so good.

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