Late Night Snacking

Late at night is the hardest time of day for me. I keep wanting to eat after I already had a huge, healthy dinner! I think I just get bored and start thinking about what I can eat. Probably a sign that I should be drinking more water!

So just in case you're feeling the way I am right now... DON'T DO IT! KITCHEN IS CLOSED!
Don't sabotage your results with late night snacking. 

Here are some ideas that might help:
-Drink water
-Chew gum
-Brush your teeth
-Log all of your meals using LoseIt! or MyFitnessPal

Whatever it takes to get you through those cravings. If you are really hungry, make sure you indulge in a healthy snack option:

-fresh fruit
-edamame
-veggies and hummus
-Shakeology. 

If that isn't satisfying, your mind is playing tricks on you. 

Stay strong! You'll thank yourself in the morning!

Sweet Potato Pancakes

Mmm... I love pancakes! This recipe is great if you are in the mood for a sweet treat.

Sweet Potato Pancakes

Ingredients:
1/2 cup cooked sweet potatoes
1/3 cup egg beaters (or 2 eggs)
1/4 cup oat flour
1/8 tsp baking powder
1 tsp honey
cinnamon (as much as you like)

Directions:

I like to microwave my sweet potatoes in order to cook them quickly.  I wash & dry them, poke holes in them, microwave for about 5 minutes and then flip and microwave for 5 minutes on the other side.

While they are microwaving, blend 1/4 cup of oatmeal into oat flour.

Mix 1/4 cup oat flour with 1/3 cup egg beaters, 1/8 tsp baking powder, and 1 tsp honey.  Add in cinnamon. Mash in cooked sweet potatoes.

The batter will be thick. Scoop some onto a heated skillet. This recipe usually makes 4 pancakes. Cook until done to your liking on each side. Top with additional cinnamon and honey. 

Black Bean Brownies!

I love dessert and I love healthy recipes! Try this brownie recipe if you are in the mood for a fun and delicious treat!

--Black Bean Brownies--
Ingredients:
1 can black beans
1/4 cup agave nectar
2 ripe bananas (I had mine in the freezer and just defrosted them.)
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup oatmeal
sprinkles (optional)

Directions:
Add all ingredients to the blender except for the oatmeal and sprinkles.
Blend until well mixed.
Stir in oatmeal.
Pour into a greased baking dish.
Add sprinkles on top.
Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.
Enjoy!!

Red, White, and Blue-berry!

Red, White, and Blue-berry Mug Cake

Cake Ingredients: 
(makes one serving)
1/2 cup oatmeal
3 tbsp coconut flakes
1/2 cup egg whites
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup blueberries

Topping:
1/4 cup greek yogurt
lemon juice
honey
cranberries

Cake Directions:
Blend all cake ingredients together. Grease a bowl or mug with coconut oil. Pour all blended ingredients into the greased bowl or mug.  Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Plop the cake onto a plate.

Topping Directions:
Mix greek yogurt and lemon juice together. Spread on top of cake. Drizzle with honey. Garnish with cranberries.

EAT! 

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Healthy Snacks for Traveling

Taking a road trip? Flying across the country? Taking a 2-hour flight? However you are traveling - don't get caught without snacks! I know I hate it when my stomach is growling. I get all grouchy and tempted by sweets and fried foods. Sooo.... To avoid temptations, I always pack snacks in my carry-on or purse so that I can stick to my healthy lifestyle. 

Here are a few of my favorites:

• Rice Cakes
• Peanut Butter
• P90X Protein Bars (My favorite is the Peanut Butter flavor.... YUM!!!)
• 100 calorie packs of almonds (I love how they are already portioned out and simple to throw in my bag!)
• Magic Bullet is easy to take in a suitcase. I take fruit from the continental breakfast and whip up Shakeology or protein shakes in my hotel room.
• Small container and plastic silverware for making salads while traveling. Stop by a local grocery store for a bag of lettuce and topping, throw them in the container, and eat on the go!

What are your favorite snacks? I'm always up for new ideas!

*High-Five* for planning ahead!!

Chickpea Cookies

I know, it sounds little crazy to make cookies with chick peas... OK, it sounds ALOT crazy!

Trust me, these are amazing!!! So chocolate-y and delicious!

A healthier alternative for when you want a special chocolate treat. 

 Chick Pea Cookies

Recipe:

1 can of chick peas

1/2 cup natural peanut butter

1/4 cup agave

3/4 cup chocolate chips

2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

Put all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until well mixed. Batter will be sticky. Spoon onto a non-stick baking pan. Push down to make cookie-shaped circles because they will not rise much. I saved a few chocolate chips to put on top.

Bake at 350 for 12-15 mins.

They are soooo good dunked in vanilla almond coconut milk! Mmmmmm!!! They are probably still over 100 calories per cookie, so don't overindulge. It's just a treat, not a treatment. But heathy-ish! Hope you enjoy!!

Wine Cork Craft

I was organizing and cleaning up my office space when I had a BRILLIANT idea!

We have a ton of wine corks... 

...so I decided to use one make a little organizer for my paper clips and push pins. I ran to the kitchen, grabbed two lids off of jar candles, and a wine cork.

It literally look me about 10 seconds to make it once the glue gun was hot. 

Put a little bit of hot glue onto one end of the wine cork.

Push the cork onto one of the jar candle lids.

Add more hot glue to the top of the cork.

Push the other lid on top. DONE!

Use for organization on your desk or wherever you want!! Simple, cute, and inexpensive!