Food and Nutrition Blog by Mackenzie Burgess
I love chocolate. And if you’re like me, when I get a craving for chocolate– I want it and I want it now. Well no worries, I’ve got you covered. No chocolate needed–just cocoa powder and coconut oil. In this holiday version of my Raw Cocoa Crunch Bark, I’ve paired freshly cracked nuts, tart cranberries, […]
The holidays are here and it’s time to get our red and green on. I’ve paired sweet cranberries, freshly cracked nuts, and seasonal pumpkin seeds together in this comforting granola. This recipe is perfect to throw over yogurt, top over a baked apple, or simply eat on its own for a snack! It’s also a […]
Time for a healthy twist on a classic with cranberry orange carrot cookies. I love this recipe because it incorporates fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, seasonal spices and has less fat than your traditional cookie. We all want to sneak veggies into sweets without it tasting like veggies. That’s why carrots are perfect because they […]
Buddha Bowls are truly the best. Talk about the perfect combination of different flavors and textures all combined into a satisfying and beautiful bowl. The slight sweetness of maple syrup and the acidity of the balsamic vinegar make the perfect pairing for the dressing which is incorporated into several parts of the meal. The slightly […]
Anyone else feel like life is just a bit too busy sometimes? I know lately I’ve found myself running from place to place, working late nights, and sleeping a little less than I should. During the weekdays, it’s easy to get caught up in the madness and not take time to nourish our bodies with […]
So you want to know what the secret ingredient is, right? First, can I tell you a secret? I used to HATE tomatoes. I would be that person who would pick the tomatoes off my salad, immediately write off anything with tomatoes on a menu and despise any tomato-based soup and not be into the […]
Hi there! I’m Mackenzie. Welcome to Cheerful Choices, a blog about sustainable, yet satisfying healthy choices to improve your kitchen experience and overall well being!
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