Orange and coconut are like clear eyed soulmates. They adore each other for their differences, and they also adore each other for their similarities. Coconut is creamy and fruity. Orange is citrusy and bright. They both have a kiss of sweetness. And they both create the base for some of my favorite desserts. This is the perfect simple recipe to make for a weeknight dinner because it takes no time at all, and [...]
Fruit Pizza Recipe (Paleo + Gluten Free)
This homemade fruit pizza is made with real food ingredients and includes dairy and gluten-free options! I love fruit pizza! I have a friend that makes fruit pizza almost every year for 4th of July. The original recipe for this delicious dessert is made with packaged sugar cookie dough, cream cheese, sugar and fruit. I wanted to make this dessert with real food ingredients and with gluten-free and dairy-free [...]
Should You Use Coconut Oil For Acne?
Have you tried using coconut oil for acne and blemishes? Coconut oil is amazing for your skin, but it may not be the best product to use on your face. Once upon a time I used the typical facial cleansers and moisturizer from the store but once I cleaned up my personal care products I switched to using coconut oil for both cleansing my face and moisturizing it. This type of skin care is called The Oil Cleansing Method, [...]
Immune Boosting Elderberry Gummies
These immune-boosting elderberry gummies are the perfect snack for kids to get the benefits of elderberry syrup and raw honey! This time of year I like to add herbs and natural supplements into my family's diet to keep them healthy and happy. One of the things I've been using this season is elderberry syrup. Elderberries have been used in traditional folk medicine for generations. Elderberries are high in antioxidants [...]
Shortening vs Coconut Oil: The Ultimate Verdict
Butter, margarine, shortening, coconut oil... the list of fats and oils we use in cooking and baking is endless. And with the growing interest in healthy eating, it's becoming more important to know which fats and oils are better for us. Shortening and coconut oil look and feel similar... but which one is better? Is one healthier than the other? In this article, we'll delve into the differences between shortening and [...]
Peanut Butter Coconut Balls
These 3-ingredient peanut butter coconut balls come together in minutes and are a great snack! Made with simple ingredients like peanut butter, shredded coconut, and raw honey, these simple peanut butter energy balls are perfect for when you have a sweet tooth. I love to make energy balls for quick and healthy snacks for my kids and I to take to school or for quick and healthy snacks. Energy bites are usually made with [...]
