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Sugar Free Holiday Peppermint Moscow Mule

This post is sponsored by Torani but the content and opinions expressed are mine. #atoraniholiday

Looking for a fun festive and easy cocktail recipe to make in the comfort of your home this Holiday season? This Sugar-Free Holiday Peppermint Moscow Mule is perfect to ring in the festive season that lies ahead of us.

Sugar Free Holiday Peppermint Moscow Mule - Looking for a fun festive and easy cocktail recipe to make in the comfort of your home this Holiday season? This Sugar-Free Holiday Peppermint Moscow Mule is perfect to ring in the festive season that lies ahead of us.

Can you believe it’s almost time for the holidays? With everything that has been going on this year, I feel everyone is looking forward to getting into the festive spirit early on this time around. And hey why not? If that is something that will help to spread more joy and cheer, I am all for it.

I know many of us (including me) will be choosing to stay at home and enjoying with close family members this year. This Holiday Peppermint Moscow Mule is the most perfect festive drink as you ring in the holidays. Its crisp and refreshing peppermint taste is something that you will definitely fall in love with.

I always love crafting easy beverages and this cocktail with only four ingredients can be whipped up in under 5 minutes straight. Plus it is sugar-free so it’s a win-win recipe for sure!

So even if you are having a quieter holiday this time around, let the spirits fly high and the festivities begin with this delicious Sugar Free Peppermint Moscow mule.

Recipes

Honey Chipotle Barbecue Pumpkin Seeds

This post is sponsored by Moms Meet. All opinions, as always are mine.

These crunchy Honey Chipotle Barbecue Pumpkin Seeds are such a delicious & tasty snack that I bet you won’t be able to stop once you start eating them.

Recipes

Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

Looking for a deliciously easy and hot beverage as the weather gets chillier? This Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is the perfect way to satiate your chocolate cravings at the comfort of your home.

PUMPKIN SPICE HOT CHOCOLATE - Looking for a deliciously easy and hot beverage as the weather gets chillier? This Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is the perfect way to satiate your chocolate cravings at the comfort of your home.

As the weather outside starts getting cooler, nothing is better than a steaming cup of homemade Hot Chocolate and cozying up in your favorite spot at home

While classic hot chocolate is something that will always remain an all-time favorite of mine, this Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate will instantly elevate your tastebuds and take them to the next level. And trust me this Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is the most easiest recipe ever!

So the other day, as I was making some delicious Hot Chocolate with my favorite Hot Cocoa Mix, I had this sudden urge to turn it into a Pumpkin Spiced hot chocolate – the flavors of cocoa mixed with the warm flavors of pumpkin spice go so well together- it’s like a match made in heaven.

Recipes

Brown Sugar Cinnamon Almond Milk Latte

Thank you Torani for sponsoring this post. As always all opinions are mine. #flavorfall

Fall into Fall with this incredibly easy yet delicious Brown Sugar Cinnamon Almond Milk Latte made using just 3-ingredients. The best part about this recipe is that it is sugar-free. Yes, you read that right! Read onto find out how you too can make this delicious hot cup of latte at the comfort of your home.

There is nothing better than sipping onto a steaming cup of latte and catching up on your favorite TV show or book at the comfort of your home.

My love for coffee has always made me play around with different flavors. Now that we are spending more time at our homes due to everything that is going on in the world, it has inspired me to be even more creative in the kitchen. I usually have coffee with regular milk (unless it is iced coffee where I prefer almond milk over regular milk – which you should definitely try if you haven’t already).

This creamy cup of deliciousness hits just the right spot. With the beautiful flavors of brown sugar and cinnamon and that slightly nutty taste of almond milk – it is indeed something that you will love to sip on as the weather turns crisp and chilly during Fall.

Recipes

Sparkling Citrus Strawberry Mango Cooler

This post is sponsored by Perrier® but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

This refreshing Sparkling Citrus Strawberry Mango Cooler is the perfect mocktail that you need in the warmer days that lie ahead of us.

I love mixing and making my own mocktails at home, especially during summer. And with everything that is going on around the world, I have been experimenting in the kitchen even more than before. I’m sure many of you can relate to this.

This easy and refreshing Sparkling Citrus Strawberry Mango Cooler only has a few ingredients and can be whipped up under 5 minutes straight. The strawberries and mango give this mocktail such a beautiful ombre effect – almost like the colors of a sunset. And it tastes so light and refreshing that I bet you won’t just stop at one.

Recipes

Peanut Sesame Tempeh Bowl

Thank you Moms Meet for sending this product to try out. As always, all content and opinions are my own.

Looking for a vegan, plant-based protein-packed meal option? This Peanut Sesame Tempeh Bowl is a perfectly easy and protein-packed option for lazy days.

As someone who tries to include meatless meals at least 2 or 3 times a week, I am always searching for options that can provide the right nutrition and protein.

I recently got to try Tempeh for the very first time which is a rich source of plant-based protein with a savory and slightly nutty flavor.

Both Tempeh and Tofu are made from soybeans, but the basic difference is that tempeh is made using a fermenting process. Tastewise, I found tempeh to be more heartier than tofu. It has a more ‘meaty’ and firm texture to it if that makes sense.

The best part about it is that it is truly versatile and you can pair it in so many ways – wraps, sandwiches, or even grain bowls.

Recipes

Chocolate Walnut Oat Energy Balls

I received free samples of California Walnuts mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by California Walnuts and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.#WalnutsSweetorSavory

These easy Chocolate Walnut Oat Energy Balls are made with just a handful of ingredients and can be whipped up in no time.

I love making different kinds of energy balls or energy bars at home. They are not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious. And the best part about them is that you know exactly what ingredients are in them – so much better than buying store-bought ones.

These amazingly tasty energy balls have delicious California Walnuts in them – giving them a rich and lovely taste.

Food Reviews, Healthy Tips

Supporting your Kid’s Health with Little DaVinci Mighty Vite

This post is sponsored by Moms Meet. As always, all opinions are mine.

During these uncertain times, we all can do better with a little more immunity. As we all know, supplements are a great way to get those extra vitamins and minerals in. When it comes to my son, I am always looking for a multivitamin that can provide essential vitamins and nutrients and that can be easily absorbed in his little body. And well, the Little DaVinci® Mighty Vite couldn’t have come at a better time.

Healthy Tips, Home & Lifestyle Tips

20 Self Care Ideas to do while you are Stuck at Home

With all that is happening around the world right now and everyone practicing social distancing, our stress levels can certainly go through the roof which can take a toll on our mental health.

In order to get motivated and truly feel relaxed and calm, here are a few ways to practice self-care –

20 Self Care Ideas to do while you are Stuck at Home - In order to get motivated and truly feel relaxed and calm, here are a few ways to practice self-care -