Food and Nutrition Blog by Mackenzie Burgess
Recipes to satisfy your sweet treat on the lighter side. Featuring fruit, whole grains, cocoa, and other nutritious ingredients!
Put a spin on your classic chocolate covered strawberries with these healthy, completely Customizable Yogurt Covered Strawberry Hearts. The best part? No baking or melting involved. Just freeze for one hour and they’re ready to have as a Valentine’s Day treat! How do I make these yogurt covered strawberry hearts? First, wash and cut your […]
The holidays are right around the corner! In this recipe, I’ve paired fresh nuts, seasonal pumpkin seeds, and warm spices together in this comforting holiday quinoa crunch granola. This granola takes just 30 minutes to bake it makes your house smell wonderful! Great for gifting This recipe is perfect to throw over yogurt, top over […]
These seasonal pumpkin energy bites are a perfect snack for fall or any season, really. They are customizable and take 5 minutes or less to make! See the video below to see how easy it is to whip up these pumpkin energy bites! You can find pumpkin everything this time of year. Pumpkin coffee, pumpkin […]
Ahh, fall. The air is cooler, the leaves are changing and new foods are in season. Celebrate autumn by heading to your local market and filling your basket with these seasonal gems. Fresh fall produce is a great source of fiber, antioxidants and phytochemicals, which promote health and can be protective against disease. The variation […]
If you’re in need of a cold, refreshing snack or a post workout bite—you’ve come to the right place. This protein packed, low sugar yogurt bark has just 4 ingredients and is completely customizable. Whip up in 5 minutes or less, freeze, and have ready to eat on repeat. Disclosure: This post has been sponsored […]
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, right?? Whether you’re laying by the pool, entertaining guests, or want to celebrate the weekend—I’ve got the drink for you. This Spiked Strawberry Lemon Spritzer is naturally flavored from seasonal strawberries and freshly squeezed lemons. Unlike most cocktails, this drink has sugar-free + low-sugar options and has less than 100 calories […]
