Clean Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> The Pumpkin Spice Latte is a quintessential flavor of Fall. But if you, like me, don't want the extra calories or sugar filled syrups added to your coffees you will love this alternative. PLUS dishing out $4.25 every time you want your favorite coffee house beverage can become quite costly.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div>       Part of the reason I love Fall so much is because of the flavors. Hot, spicy drinks. Pumpkin, squashes, and other roasted Fall veggies. Cinnamon and nutmeg and ginger! Wonderful. And, not to mention the beautiful Fall colors, crisp breezes,  hayrides, pumpkin patches!!! Oh the list could go on and on! Enjoy this beautiful day!<br> <br> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq9kvBFB2zOnwBY-zTOvgpDtXZhfo6WsOfnbIUL8SifMASSY5ZZWqH3k65PtYa31OS-ToGzynWbAnyqX0dRhyk6sbOS1O5fAt9B3rK6HFQE0b1Gyzs_tOihf3zZA_8GmT_-4c5h3yeWGvL/s1600/creamer2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq9kvBFB2zOnwBY-zTOvgpDtXZhfo6WsOfnbIUL8SifMASSY5ZZWqH3k65PtYa31OS-ToGzynWbAnyqX0dRhyk6sbOS1O5fAt9B3rK6HFQE0b1Gyzs_tOihf3zZA_8GmT_-4c5h3yeWGvL/s640/creamer2.jpg" width="372"></a></div> <em></em><br> <em></em><br> <em>Makes about 2 cups of creamer</em><br> 2 cups Almond Milk<br> 2 tbsp mashed pumpkin (canned is fine, but make sure it’s just pumpkin and not pumpkin pie)<br> 2 tbsp maple syrup<br> 1 tsp cinnamon<br> ¼ - ½ tsp nutmeg<br> ¼ - ½ tsp ground cloves<br> ¼ - ½ tsp ground ginger<br> ½ tsp vanilla extract<br> <br> <strong>Direction</strong><strong>s</strong><br> 1. Whisk all the ingredients, except vanilla if you’re planning to add some, together in a sauce pan over medium-high heat.<br> 2. Heat until steaming, but not boiling.<br> 3. Whisk in vanilla.<br> 4. Pour into a jar for storage.<br> <br> It's that easy!  Shake before using, as the spices may settle.

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Clean Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer

The Pumpkin Spice Latte is a quintessential flavor of Fall. But if you, like me, don't want the extra calories or sugar filled syrups ...

Three minute pumpkin mug (protein) cake

I have to share with you my new treat-secret! A treat so yummy and so healthy that you could have it everyday if you wanted to! Did I mention that it’s made in THREE minutes?<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW2fAjnl0y0FAujaS726PyQyTRanzurmWQ2lWYxYLQDgqoG4-4uNZuexn4t-I0SiOt84PlLT4cQOoziHw58KR-QghrZVXBbbFCyQ97U1EwtHEFwtZObkG1NakrB5OHI0B0F8Va4qJfYVnv/s1600/pumpkinproteinmugcake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW2fAjnl0y0FAujaS726PyQyTRanzurmWQ2lWYxYLQDgqoG4-4uNZuexn4t-I0SiOt84PlLT4cQOoziHw58KR-QghrZVXBbbFCyQ97U1EwtHEFwtZObkG1NakrB5OHI0B0F8Va4qJfYVnv/s320/pumpkinproteinmugcake.jpg" width="296" /></a></div><br /> <br /> <br /> I don’t know about you, but there have been plenty of times when I get hungry and I devour anything that is readily available, it doesn’t matter what it is. This happens to me frequently, specially when I skip a meal and don’t stick to my “eat-every-2-to-3-hours” rule. I love fall... pumpkins and honey crisp apples! Yummmy! So this mug cake creation incorporates pumpkin now that we are starting to embark on that time of year! <br /> <br /> Pumpkin has amazing health benefits as well! Pumpkin is low in fat and calories and rich in disease-fighting nutrients such as:<br /> Alpha-carotene, Beta-carotene, Fiber, Vitamins C and E, Potassium, and Magnesium. Pumpkin is an excellent source of fiber; one-half cup serving contains 5 grams of fiber. Fiber helps reduce bad cholesterol levels, protect the body against heart disease, control blood sugar levels, promote healthy digestion, and plays a role in weight loss. <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <ul class="check"><li>       1 egg white (actual egg, not from the carton)</li> <li>       1 scoop vanilla whey protein</li> <li>       1/4 cup organic raw pumpkin</li> <li>       1/8 cup unsweetened almond milk</li> <li>       ¼ teaspoon baking powder</li> <li>       ¼ teaspoon cinnamon</li> <li>       1 tablespoon Natural Peanut Butter</li> </ul><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGZEI_EmUaK0BpeWCiD7gjcAlvJX771bwmdS8Vh9r24pfDT2aBzlR4ke7lJY1zHLwEE3hosG0kpwzaaxfgmN63Bi-qWlWKVEt-ImZ1CTUmgAFFh6uurM5S2Afi0XtMUUYsySltDjkLg2HE/s320/iphone820+053.JPG" width="320" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div>Steps:<br /> <ol><ol><li>Place all dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, using your whisker, mix them together (whey protein powder, baking powder and cinnamon).</li> <li>Place all wet ingredients in a mixing bowl, using your spatula, mix them together (raw pumpkin and eggs).</li> <li>Combine wet and dry ingredients.</li> <li>Place mixture in your 16oz coffee cup.</li> <li>Place in the microwave and heat up for 3 minutes.</li> <li>Take out your small cake from your coffee cup and place on your small plate.</li> <li>Cut your cake in half, add Natural Peanut Butter between the layers and assemble the layers back on top of each other (see pictures below). Voila! Now, you’ve got yourself a fun layered 3 minute protein cake!</li> </ol></ol>* Makes 1 serving<br /> * Nutritional Information (per serving): 272 calories; 10.8g fat; 10.7g carbohydrates; 35.5g protein.<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggGCOl22BeXjbc3Lkx2XMg22QjOewI-hYNhsPcSt8OkjWN3NETTb7seP6bJK9C5pPZj3T58l1dWuNc2BqVMNVaQc436XjWFIU8p4NZChO4etpXF6e6OKH_8N-tpEpbHpeRcmeEz_1OorL2/s1600/iphone820+054.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMckb-3QODAxE8ht4uIciK2ubCNMPP5dH8DRIGwlIkjhalyya1n7oop5mJVCHeGWGIjONRK_tD5cB2-A239exBgjmYn3Ci5QEjCY3hbZOrI6SOQ8YseMF3yb47hLOieb7SswvbDBaY_ZSE/s1600/pumpkin1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMckb-3QODAxE8ht4uIciK2ubCNMPP5dH8DRIGwlIkjhalyya1n7oop5mJVCHeGWGIjONRK_tD5cB2-A239exBgjmYn3Ci5QEjCY3hbZOrI6SOQ8YseMF3yb47hLOieb7SswvbDBaY_ZSE/s320/pumpkin1.jpg" width="309" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7W0QhvWIeKePIeaf1ugI_z-IeTXRcSrj9hcKXmPnjDkhS-IUy0e29eppB2syCLRuadMFsV76Kec1D2EVtoF_N9L8jfejoaDAJakWoc2ETqUGwD20nCPhIZ9RlFD9boCnHEg-AhOREz6eU/s1600/iphone820+064.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="float: right; margin: 4px;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/green_tea/pin.jpg" /></a></div>

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Three minute pumpkin mug (protein) cake

I have to share with you my new treat-secret! A treat so yummy and so healthy that you could have it everyday if you wanted to! Did I mentio...

Carrot Cake Oatmeal

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR9ZxeMrtZNzVmN3oS8pdh1qL9mB2P-tCPOuUyNb8BXcFda64OvaEmrVtyzZUI5uQoUDVWAd4YFOLXcc1U0bkJZP6MiB3mhhoYwBL1_aTuRlqeErw-B2HhvgVdfe1dWc76pYtbciBycrFx/s1600/carrotcakeoatmeal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="440" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR9ZxeMrtZNzVmN3oS8pdh1qL9mB2P-tCPOuUyNb8BXcFda64OvaEmrVtyzZUI5uQoUDVWAd4YFOLXcc1U0bkJZP6MiB3mhhoYwBL1_aTuRlqeErw-B2HhvgVdfe1dWc76pYtbciBycrFx/s640/carrotcakeoatmeal.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><strong><span style="color: black;"></span></strong><br /> <strong><span style="color: black;"></span></strong><br /> <strong><span style="color: black;">Carrot Cake Oatmeal</span></strong> <br /> <strong>Yield</strong><em>: 2 servings</em><br /> Ingredients:<br /> <ul><li>1 heaping cup finely grated carrot (about 1 large)</li> <li>1 cup almond milk</li> <li>2 tbsp full-fat coconut milk cream (or use more almond milk)</li> <li>1 tsp ground cinnamon, to taste</li> <li>1/4 tsp ground ginger</li> <li>1/8th tsp ground nutmeg</li> <li>pinch of salt</li> <li>1/2 cup regular oats</li> <li>1 tsp pure vanilla extract</li> <li>1/2 tsp lemon juice (optional)</li> <li>2 tbsp chopped walnuts, divided</li> <li>2 tbsp raisins, divided</li> <li>2 tbsp pure maple syrup</li> <li>1 tbsp coconut milk cream + 1/2 tsp pure maple syrup, to garnish (optional)</li> </ul><strong>Directions</strong>: Finely grate 1 heaping cup of grated carrots. You want to use the fine grate and not the large one so the carrot shreds are very small. This helps the carrot blend in more.<br /> In a medium sized pot over medium heat, whisk together the almond milk, optional coconut milk cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and a pinch of salt.<br /> Stir in the grated carrots and oats. Adjust heat if necessary or bring heat to low if it starts to boil. Cook for about 8-9 minutes, stirring frequently. When the mixture has thickened up, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, 1 tbsp walnuts, 1 tbsp raisins, and 2 tbsp of maple syrup. Remove from heat and portion into bowls.<br /> Top the oatmeal with the remaining walnuts and raisins. If you are using coconut cream, you can mix a bit of the cream with maple syrup and drizzle on top of the oatmeal, as shown in the photo. Sprinkle with cinnamon for garnish.<br /> <br /> Enjoy and lick the bowl clean!<br /> <div style="float: right; margin: 4px;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/green_tea/pin.jpg" /></a></div>

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Carrot Cake Oatmeal

Carrot Cake Oatmeal Yield : 2 servings Ingredients: 1 heaping cup finely grated carrot (about 1 large) 1 cup almond milk 2 tbsp full...