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Here's some easy go-to snacks to support your gut health. 🥛Frozen Yogurt Bark Spread plain Greek yogurt on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with fresh berries and chopped nuts. Freeze until solid, then break into pieces. 🥥Energy Balls Blend 1 cup of dates, 1/2 cup of nuts (like almonds or cashews), and 1/4 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut. Form the mixture into small balls. Refrigerate until firm. 🍌Banana Ice Cream Slice and freeze ripe bananas. Blend the frozen banana slices in a food processor until smooth and creamy. Optionally, add a splash of vanilla extract or a spoonful of peanut butter for extra flavor. 🥑Avocado Chocolate Mousse Blend 1 ripe avocado with 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder and a splash of vanilla extract. Add a little unsweetened almond milk to reach desired consistency. Chill in the refrigerator before serving. #healthysnacks #eliminationdiet #digestivesupport #intolerancefriendly #junkfoodblues #sweettooth #sugarcraving #5Strands #intolerancetesting

Pumpkin Bundt Cake 🎃✨ ✨ What You’ll Need: 🎃 Pumpkin puree 🥚 Eggs 🍂 Spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves) 🍯 Brown sugar & granulated sugar 🥛 Milk 🌾 Flour 🧈 Melted butter Baking powder & soda 🥣 Vanilla extract Powdered sugar (for dusting) Optional: Glaze (cream cheese icing or maple glaze) ✨ How to Make It: 1️⃣ Preheat oven & prepare bundt pan. 2️⃣ Whisk together wet ingredients (pumpkin, eggs, sugars, milk, melted butter, vanilla). 3️⃣ In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients (flour, spices, baking powder, soda). 4️⃣ Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients. 5️⃣ Pour batter into prepared bundt pan and bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. 6️⃣ Let cool completely before inverting onto a serving plate. 7️⃣ Dust with powdered sugar and/or add your favorite glaze. #PumpkinBundtCake #FallBaking #BundtCakeRecipe

If you’re an avid follower of my IG stories, then you know there’s nothing more I love than creating fun Toasts of the Day. #AD To help you get Back to Routine this month, I’ve teamed up with Schmidt Baking Company 647 breads to share 5️⃣ Fall-tastic Toasts of the Day to give you some inspo for breakfast, lunch, & snacktime. They look pretty, are super satisfying, and can be made in under 10 minutes (which includes toasting time). When it comes to TofD, I tend to have a pretty simple formula: * Bread 🍞 to toast up (duh!)  * Something spready  * Fruit or veggie topper  * Optional additional protein (such as an egg, nuts, or seeds) * A little POP of PIZAZZ! (think fresh herbs or spices, seasoning/spice blends, drizzle of honey or EVOO, or chocolate chips) The variety of Schmidt Old Tyme 647 breads gives you a beautiful blank canvas to play around and experiment with your favorite combos and flavors. And at only 40 calories and 7-8g of fiber PER SLICE you’re getting a serious boost of fiber with your TofD. Check out all the 647 bread options to create your own TotD and get more recipe inspo on the Schmidt Old Tyme website at https://lnkd.in/geQKA3Cs 👇 Tell me in the comments which TotD combo is your pick: 1️⃣, 2️⃣, 3️⃣,4️⃣or 5️⃣ #ToastOfTheDay #647bread #highfiberlowcarb Have A Plant® Programs #HaveAPlant

𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗧 𝗕𝗨𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗞𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗘𝗦 A quick, crunchy, and irresistibly tasty no-bake treat! Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth anytime. 🍫🥜✨ 🍫 𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 1 cup crunchy peanut butter 🥜 6 tablespoons honey 🍯 A pinch of salt 🧂 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal 📝 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 1️⃣ Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and well-blended. 2️⃣ Add the Crunch: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal, ensuring all the cereal is coated evenly with the peanut butter mixture. 3️⃣ Shape into Balls: Using a tablespoon or your hands, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 4️⃣ Chill: Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up. 5️⃣ Optional Drizzle: For an extra touch, melt some chocolate and drizzle it over the chilled peanut butter balls before serving. ⏱️ Details Prep Time: 10 minutes Chill Time: 30 minutes Servings: ~20-25 balls 🎉 Enjoy these crispy, sweet, and nutty treats as a snack or dessert! 😋 Follow- https://lnkd.in/gvXDrgqA

Thanksgiving is almost here! Looking for the perfect dessert? Here's a classic recipe for a delicious pumpkin pie. Ingredients: 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust 15 oz canned pumpkin puree 2 large eggs, beaten 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon salt Instructions: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, sugars, milk, cream, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Pour filling into unbaked pie crust. Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40-45 minutes, or until filling is set. Let cool completely before serving. Looking to buy or sell a home this holiday season? Let's chat! #Thanksgiving #PumpkinPie #RealEstate #HomeSweetHome

Try this Red Curry Pumpkin Soup, another delicious soup now that the weather is getting cooler..🥣 Ingredients: 2 teaspoon coconut oil 1 large red onion 1 Tablespoon ginger paste 2 Tablespoons red curry paste 4 cups vegetable bouillon 4 cups pumpkin puree 1 can coconut milk (shake well before opening and reserve a few Tablespoons for serving. Topping: -Sliced red chillies -Pumpkin seeds -Lime wedges -Coriander (optional) Instructions: 1. Heat the coconut oil in a heavy bottomed saucepan over medium heat, add the onion and cook until just translucent then stir in the ginger and cook until fragrant about 30 seconds. 2. Peel the pumpkin, and cut into small pieces, boil until soft, and then mash. 3. Stir in the red curry paste until evenly distributed and then alternate adding the vegetable broth and pumpkin puree and bring to a simmer before slowly stirring in the coconut milk. 4. Simmer for 5 minutes to combine the flavors and then pour into bowls and top with red chili slices and pumpkin seeds. 5. Drizzle with the remaining coconut milk and add the toppings.. serve with lime wedges… Happy and healthy Saturday 🙏🏻❣️👩🏼🍳

Looking for a tasty twist on classic banana bread? This Zucchini Banana Bread is moist, lightly sweet, and packed with hidden veggies for a nutritious boost! Perfect for breakfast or a snack. This recipe serves 12, takes 10mins to put together and 1hr to bake. Here's what you'll need: 1 zucchini, grated 1 medium banana ¾ cup (150g) sugar ¼ cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 eggs 2 cups (200g) oat flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. baking soda Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a loaf pan with baking paper. In a large bowl, stir together zucchini, banana, sugar, oil, vanilla, and eggs. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Add the flour mixture to the zucchini mixture, and stir well to combine. Spoon batter into prepared pan. Bake for 55-60 minutes until an inserted knife comes out clean. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and cool on a wire rack. Going to give this recipe a go? Leave a comment and let us know 👨🍳👩🍳

**Pumpkin Apple Cobbler** **INGREDIENTS:** - 🎃 2 cups pumpkin puree - 🍏 2 cups diced apples - 🍯 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup - 🥄 1 teaspoon cinnamon - 🥄 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg - 🥄 1/4 teaspoon ginger - 🌾 1 cup rolled oats - 🌰 1/2 cup almond flour - 🥥 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted - 🧂 A pinch of salt **INSTRUCTIONS:** 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). 2. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, diced apples, honey (or maple syrup), cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. 3. In another bowl, mix the rolled oats, almond flour, and melted coconut oil until crumbly. 4. Spread the pumpkin-apple mixture evenly in a baking dish, then sprinkle the oat mixture on top. 5. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the apples are tender. 6. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this wholesome dessert that’s packed with nutrients!

This pumpkin pie smoothie with Shakeology tastes like autumn in a glass! Makes 1 serving. Ingredients: 1 cup / 240 ml unsweetened almond milk 1 cup / 170 g ice 1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology ½ cup / 120 g 100% pumpkin puree 5 unsalted pecan halves, coarsely chopped 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice Instructions: Place almond milk, ice, Shakeology, pumpkin puree, pecans, extract, and pumpkin pie spice in a blender; cover. Blend until smooth. Serve immediately. Container Equivalents: ½ Purple, 1 Red, ½ Blue, 1 tsp. 2B Mindset Plate It! This recipe makes a great breakfast!

Ready for a quick, no-bake treat? Follow along as we show you how to make delicious squares using The Misfits Cocospread. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Ingredients: - ½ cup peanuts, skin removed - ½ cup cashews, chopped - ½ cup almonds, chopped - Handful of pumpkin seeds, for garnish - 2 tbsp crunchy peanut butter - 4 tbsp The Misfits Cocospread Recipe: 1. Dry roast ½ cup peanuts (skin removed), ½ cup chopped cashews, and ½ cup chopped almonds on low heat until fragrant. 2. In a bowl, mix 4 tbsp of The Misfits Cocospread and 2 tbsp crunchy peanut butter, until smooth. 3. Add the roasted dry fruits to the mixture and combine thoroughly. 4. Line a dish with butter or parchment paper. 5. Spread the mixture evenly in the dish. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds or any seeds available. 6. Freeze for about 1 hour or until set. 7. Cut into squares, garnish with pumpkin seeds, and enjoy! These no-bake squares are perfect as a snack, with tea or coffee, as a dessert, or even pre/post workout. #rakshabandhan #themisfits