A protein-packed spin on traditional banana bread, this recipe uses protein powder, egg whites, and Greek yogurt for a nutritious snack sure to satiate your hunger! I’ve never met a banana bread I didn’t like. Recipes that include other fruit? Good. Chocolate chips? Duh, amazing. Basic ol’ banana bread? Delicious. Despite the many variations out…
Strawberry Almond Skillet Pancake
For a breakfast that won’t disappoint, try this sweet and thick pancake full of strawberry and almond flavors—cooked to golden perfection in a cast iron skillet. I’ve said it time and time again—breakfast food is the best food. I mean, there’s a reason I joked about starting the breakfastism diet. I never get sick of…
Savory French Toast Sandwich with Sausage and Egg
Make a to-die-for breakfast sandwich using savory French toast stuffed with Jennie-O turkey sausage patties, over-easy eggs, and cheddar. Once upon a time, I created a savory version of French toast—and there’s been no looking back ever since. I discovered the idea while watching a cooking show recently, and after making a few different versions,…
Egg White Oatmeal in the Microwave
Add egg whites to your morning oatmeal for a boost of protein and a fluffy texture that will keep you full for hours. If you’re anything like me a few months ago, the idea of adding eggs to oatmeal doesn’t exactly sound the most appealing. How do you know if they’re even cooked? Am I…
Sweet Potato Home Fries
Give breakfast some delicious staying power with the addition of these sweet potatoes cooked with bacon, garlic, and seasonings. At this point in my Whole 30 journey (okay, so it’s only been 3 days), potatoes have been a godsend, especially for breakfast. One of the recipes I’ve been making a lot—even before I started the…
Cheesy Ham and Egg Cups
Bake a batch of cheesy eggs in ham cups for a quick and delicious breakfast you can easily grab on-the-go! Despite my love for elaborate breakfast dishes, I’m all about the easy recipes that don’t sacrifice any flavor. I’ve been wanting to try this whole eggs-in-ham-cups thing for awhile, so yesterday—while I was in the…
Oatmeal Waffles
Combine the classic breakfast dishes of fluffy waffles and hearty oatmeal for one, oat-filled waffle recipe. Although I’m all about experimenting with new breakfast recipes (especially because I want to follow a breakfastism diet), I like having a collection of go-to recipes on deck that don’t require me to think. They can just be thrown…
How to Make an Acai Bowl
Make your own acai bowl at home with this easy recipe that combines popular fruits with the superfood acai berry puree – it’s a creamy, frozen base for your favorite toppings! When I want to know something health- or food-related, I write about it. I did this with smoothie bowls, cold brew coffee, counting macros,…
The Best Blended Mocha Ever
Whip up this sweet, chocolaty coffee beverage for a refreshing drink to cool down during the hot months. I’ve been on a quest to create a delicious and sweet coffee beverage for years. Since it’s been so hot here in San Diego lately, I decided to try my hand at another concoction this past weekend….
Cantaloupe Breakfast Bowl
Freshen up breakfast or snack time with a cantaloupe bowl topped with Greek yogurt, blueberries, granola, and a drizzle of honey. After going on a hike with a few friends yesterday, I got back to our house and was staaarving. You know what’s better than breakfast? Second breakfast. So, I was committed to throwing something…
Protein Coffee Creamer
Add a protein boost to your morning coffee by stirring in a mixture of your favorite protein powder and bit of milk (or half-and-half). I had an epiphany recently. If I’m always hungry in the morning, why not add protein to the one thing I always have before starting my day? Coffee. That glorious cup…
Energizing Breakfast Smoothie
Start your day with a boost by making this filling breakfast smoothie that will surely make your coffee-loving taste buds happy. Happy Monday and happy Memorial Day! Whether you have to work today or not, I’ve got a caffeine-filled smoothie concoction that will be sure to get your day started right. It’s extremely basic, and…
Vanilla, Almond & Date Smoothie
Create this thick and creamy smoothie by combining almonds, dates, and banana with the boost of vanilla protein powder for a snack or meal that will keep you full while also satisfying your sweet tooth. Although green smoothies are my jam, I like to cut out the spinach once in awhile to allow certain flavors…
The New Diet I’m Starting
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but I’m over here thinking…why does there need to be any other type of meal? Cereal…eggs…waffles…all of it. I could eat breakfast all day every day. That’s why I’m going to start following a new diet: breakfastism. For this diet, I will only be…
Vanilla Almond Steel Cut Oatmeal
Try this steel cut oatmeal recipe that combines the flavors of vanilla and almond for a warm and delicious start to your day. Oatmeal is my go-to breakfast every single day, and when I’m feeling extra motivated (and have the time), I love to step it up a notch and cook steel cut oatmeal. This…
