Make Your Own Fudge Pops

I am just lovin’ these BPA-free popsicle molds - and so do my kids! They think they are getting a treat, but it’s really a great way for me to sneak in nutrition.

These fudge pops are a delicious way to cool down in the summer heat, and they are super simple to make.

In your Vitamix or food processor add the following:

1 quart yogurt
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/3 cup maple syrup
3 TBSP chia seeds (optional) Continue reading

Easy No-Fail Mayo

Seriously. Why didn’t I think of this before? It’s so simple, I feel silly for not having even considered it when I posted my original Make Your Own Homemade Mayo recipe.

I have to thank MC, a reader who posted on that mayo post asking about coconut oil. She pointed out how harmful hydrogenated oils are, and she’s absolutely right - sunflower oil is 50% omega-6, as are corn, soybean and cottonseed oils. Safflower is even worse at 80% omega-6. MC asked if coconut oil would work instead, and I told her I’d try it.

But then I saw the palm shortening, and a light went off.

Not only is this healthier, but the consistency is perfect! Here’s what I did… Continue reading

Make Your Own! Monday link-up 1/30

Welcome to Nourishing Treasures’ Make Your Own Monday Link-Up.

I thought it would be fun for us to share our versions of store-bought foods. What are you making on your own and no longer purchasing at the store? Share here!

I am sharing my Pumpkin Cookies recipe.

Check to see which Top 3 Submissions I featured this week… Continue reading