Pumpkin Shaped Gummy Candies for Halloween

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  Folks, if you’re looking for a sweet treat for your kiddos that isn’t full of cancer-causing dyes or other frightening ingredients, look no further.  These gummies are sure to be a crowd pleaser.  They’re super simple to make, but still have a super fun shape and bright color kids love.  With only a few ingredients and a candy mold, you can literally whip these up in under 5 minutes (plus a few minutes in the freezer to harden).  What’s {Read More}

Pumpkin Enchilada Breakfast Casserole

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My pumpkin obsession continues!  Hop on over to Modern Alternative Kitchen today to see my recipe for Pumpkin Enchilada Breakfast Casserole.  I served this dish last week for my MOPS group, and it was a hit!  I hope you like it too.    

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix for Coffee, HoCho, or Steamers {dairy-free, sugar-free}

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  I love Fall!  I love Fall!  I love Fall! Yesterday evening, as my husband was manning the grill, the kids were all jumping on the trampoline and I was sweeping the leaves that had fallen ALL OVER our back yard I commented that this is my favorite time of year.  My husband responded, “have we lived in SoCal long enough now that we think there are seasons here?!”.  Good point, Babe.  And yes, we have.  The air is getting {Read More}

Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip

8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup Whisk all ingredients together. That’s it! Enjoy with apple or pear slices, or slather some on a pumpkin muffin. Or, ya know, on a spoon!

Pumpkin Muffins {grain-free, dairy-free}

4 eggs 1- 15 ounce can pumpkin puree1/4 cup coconut oil 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 5 Medjool dates 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (optional) 3 cups blanched almond flour 1/2 cup dried cranberries (optional) In a blender or food processor, add all ingredients except the blanched almond flour and dried cranberries (if using).  Pulse until very well combined. Stir in blanched almond flour and dried cranberries (if {Read More}

Halloween Parfait

Plain Whole Milk YogurtPumpkin PuréeDried CranberriesRoasted PistachiosA Drizzle of Pure Maple Syrup