Rasberry Kefir Popsicles

This post has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.
#KefirCreations  #CollectiveBias






It's summertime and it's still hot and I keep making popsicles (raspberry kefir this time) like my life depends on it!

I was super excited when Lifeway asked me to make a recipe with their kefir since I have been eyeing it at the store for ages and this was the perfect excuse to dig in. I wish I hadn't waited so long, everything I've made with it has been delicious—it's actually amazing just straight up too—and it's chock-full of probiotics. I'm a big fan of things that are good for you and tasty!

You can mix it into pancakes (think sourdough flavor), make a healthy tangy ranch dip or mix it into smoothies or your morning granola.

If you're looking for a healthy snack to cool you off, definitely give these a shot. They are super delicious, refreshing, healthy and soooo easy. You could mix and match any berry or fruit combo. I want to try a peach strawberry version next!

Raspberry Kefir Popsicles
(makes 10)

1 1/2 cups kefir —I used Lifeway. You can sign up on their website to get a pretty awesome coupon
1 1/2 cups raspberries, frozen or fresh
1/4 cup honey or sweetener of choice

Mix all ingredients in a blender until the berries are completely blended and pour into popsicle molds (I use these ones from amazon) and freeze!

apricot coconut almond bars

I feel like this last week I was moving in slow motion.. I had a really productive sewing week but my email inbox is out of control.. there's week old text messages i haven't responded to.. i haven't even cleaned my bathroom (which i normally do twice a week!). But i'm okay with that! That's what next week is for right? I'll pour myself some extra coffee and get set on that to-do list.

In the mean time I just really needed to tell you to make these amazing bars. I saw them on Dani's blog and had them made and in my belly within an hour.. They are so quick and delicious and healthy! Definitely on the sweet side so keep the squares small!

Apricot coconut almond bars

1 1/2 cups dried apricots
1/2 cup raw almonds
2 Tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
Coarse salt
1/2 oz dark chocolate, melted
parchment paper (i used saran wrap since i didnt have parchment paper)
9-by-5-inch loaf pan

Pulse apricots, almonds, coconut, and a pinch of salt in a food processor until finely ground.

Line your loaf pan with parchment, leaving an inch overhang on all sides. Transfer mix to pan and press firmly to form a rectangle.

Drizzle or spread chocolate and sprinkle with some coconut. Use parchment/saran overhang to remove from pan.

Transfer to the refrigerator and leave until firm, about 15 minutes or so. Slice into 6 bars, and then into 12 square pieces. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Thanks for sharing the recipe dani!

juice. juice. juice.

I've been a juicing machine this summer.. atleast 5-6 days a week, sometimes twice a day. Throwing anything I can think of in there. These are some of my favorite combos.. (aka ones i make over and over and over). I'm always on the prowl for interesting combos so if you have any, please share! (A friend recommended juicing a sweet potato with fruit and adding cinnamon, apparently its creamy. I'm excited to try that one)

Apple Basil Cucumber

2 apples
half of an english cucumber
handful of basil leaves
1/2 lemon


Kale pineapple
1.5 cups fresh pineapple
lots of kale (by taste)



Spinach apple cucumber
2 apples
1/3 of an english cucumber
large handful of spinach
1 lemon


Carrot apple ginger
2 apples
5-6 carrots
1 inch piece of ginger



This is THE best juice ever. In fact, its one of the best things i've ever tasted.. SO creamy.
Nectarine Raspberry
2 nectarines
1 cup raspberries

(Don't throw the pulp away on this one.. scoop it into a bowl and freeze it. Then thank me later. p.s. i cant take credit for this tip. thank you kim!)



i could drink fresh juice all day long. there will be more!

Hey guys,

I'm guest blogging again for the spring fling! Hop on over to sunshine and carousels for a healthy juice recipe to welcome spring. This is my favorite juice recipe so far... (i love juicing!)

While you're there, be sure to check out the rest of the spring fling posts. Thanks again Erin for inviting me to be a part of it!

energizing sunrise juice

Happy monday! Here's a quick, tasty and refreshing juice that will definitely perk up your monday morning and give you some energy.

1 small-medium pink grapefruit, peeled
1 small apple
3-4 small organic carrots
1/2 small lemon, peeled, de-seeded


Juice all ingredients in your juicer

I have another interview at a salon today. Wish me luck!

fall(ish) recipe: breakfast quinoa parfait

i saw this recipe the other day. and knew i had to try some version of it. here's what i came up with.

i cooked red quinoa with apple juice instead of water.
cooked down one chopped nectarine, 1 tablespoon agave, cinnamon and nutmeg.
and layered them in a small glass with greek yogurt.

it. was. amazing.

i want to add pumpkin puree next time.. make it even more fall.