Looking for a healthy gummy snack? This recipe for Creamsicle Gummy Fruit Snacks is a healthy alternative to store bought fruit snacks. I love eating gelatin goodies and I am particularly happy when I can get my picky eating three-year old to eat gelatin too! My daughter goes through stages where she doesn't want to eat a lot of meat. Getting enough protein into her diet can be a challenge at times. Gelatin is a wonderful [...]
Infused Coconut Vanilla Sugar
Vanilla flavored coconut sugar is a must have for any paleo baker or coconut sugar fanatic! All you need is coconut sugar and vanilla beans. Today I'm sharing a tip for making vanilla sugar. I learned this tip from my mother in law. She always keeps a few vanilla beans in her sugar container. The vanilla sugar is soooo yummy in baked goods or added to coffee or tea. All you have to do is slice a few vanilla beans down the [...]
Apple Flour vs All-Purpose Flour: The Full Scoop
Apples are nature's candy, but they are also packed with tons of nutrients. What better way to get your daily dose of sweetness and vitamins than by using it in your baking with apple flour? Apple flour can add a unique flavor and texture that make your baked goods stand out from the crowd. Here I'll compare apple flour versus all-purpose flour so you can decide which one is best suited for your next [...]
Coconut Flour vs Graham Flour: The Ultimate Verdict
Some people swear by the sweet taste of coconut flour, while others can't get enough of the nuttiness of graham flour – not to be confused with gram flour, the Indian chickpea flour. Today we're talking about what makes those delicious graham crackers, but that’s not all graham flour is good for! We'll start off by comparing the similarities and differences between coconut flour vs graham flour – and find out what [...]
Sugar Scrub Cubes
Learn how to make sugar scrub cubes with natural ingredients that will leave you dry skin feeling soft and nourished! Made with plant-based botanicals, these mini body scrub cubes are perfect for all skin types and also make a great DIY gift. I love to make my own sugar scrubs and body care products. My sugar scrub recipe is one of the most popular DIY's I've published and is such an easy exfoliating scrub to use at home. [...]
Whole Wheat Flour vs. All-Purpose Flour: When to Use Each
When it comes to your cooking and baking needs, there are many types of flours from which to choose. Wheat flour is the most common type of flour in most people’s pantries, but which variety of wheat flour should you use - whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour? There are several different factors to consider, but it primarily comes down to nutrition and texture. You should use whole wheat flour if you want your baked goods [...]
