MTS Nutrition recently came out with Apple Pie protein and then I made these!!

End of story!!

If you don’t have Apple Pie protein, you can still make these super simple protein muffins.  Just use vanilla, cinnamon, or any other fun flavor of protein that goes well with apples and cinnamon!

**Order MTS Whey:
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All six muffins are considered one serving! 

Only about 350 calories for the entire batch.

The inside is so soft and moist! Gotta love those apple chunks!! 

I am sure some crushed walnuts would go great in there too.

Nothing better than a tower of muffins for breakfast!

They freeze great so go ahead and make a double or triple batch. Breakfast for days!

6 muffins – 348 calories
11F 34C 35P

Apple Pie Muffins

2016-01-11 08:28:52

Yields 6

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Ingredients

1. 1 scoop MTS Apple Pie whey (30g)
2. 4 T coconut flour (32g)
3. 3 T egg substitute (46g)
4. 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (120ml)
5. 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (56g)
6. small apple chopped (50g)
7. 1/2 t baking powder
8. 1/2 t cinnamon
9. 1/2 t vanilla
10. sweetener to taste

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients except apple
2. You may need more/less milk depending on protein used
3. Add in chopped apples
4. Pour batter in muffin cups and top with cinnamon
5. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes

Notes

1. Don't have Apple Pie protein?! Try vanilla or cinnamon!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

Do you have a smart phone!? Of course you do! I am pretty sure that everyone, except my Dad, has a smart phone these days.  You also need to have a case, screen protector, and charger! Maybe if you are a YouTuber and fitness lover like myself you also want a car mount and arm band for your phone too!

Cellular Outfitter was amazing enough to send me just a few of the many products they carry to try out with my new iPhone 6s (which I am in love with by the way…)

CellularOutfitter.com literally has everything you will need for your mobile device! Super affordable too.

Let’s start with the basics. 

After spending what seems like an absurd amount of money on that new fancy phone, you gotta have a screen protector and fun case.

I love this leather case and wallet in one! Comes in all sorts of different colors and is only $7.99!

Protects the phone and has enough room for a couple cards and some cash.  

I can be quite clumsy at times so I need a good screen protector.  

The Tempered Glass Screen Protector is fabulous! It’s made with real reinforced glass panes and is crystal clear! 

I even trust my phone in the hands of Annabelle with all this protection! 

Oil resistant so I don’t worry about those tiny fingerprints or all that slobber…and only $7.99!

Cellular Outfitter also sent the most perfect sized bag for my well protected phone.

This Genuine Leather Travel bag is great for going out for dinner and drinks! 

Only the essentials for date night.

Yes, Quest Bars are an essential!

Everything I need fits perfectly! 

If you are constantly on-the-go like myself, you will also need a portable charger!!

I am quite the Instagramer and want to be sure I never miss a fun, foodie photo.

You can’t take pictures if your phone is dead!

This charger is only $9.99 and well worth not having to worry about a low battery anymore! Admit it…you are always on your phone and that battery gets in the red zone on the regular.

Calling all fitness lover!!

Can’t workout without your phone! This Sports Armband is great for the gym or that cold, winter run! 

I was a little skeptical that the phone just snapped in place…Most armbands have more of a protective pouch…

No worries though!! My phone stayed perfectly in place during my run and I was able to listen to music with my wireless headphones (which Cellular Outfitter carries by the way…)

Armband comes in at $14.99.

Last but not least is the 360 Degree Windshield Dashboard Phone Holder.

Great for navigating your way around town!

Or vlogging while driving!! Gotta be a safe YouTuber!

Snaps in place on the windshield or dashboard with ease. $9.99 and it’s yours.

Cellular Outfitter also has everything you need for your laptop, smart watch, and tablet.

They were even awesome enough to offer a 30% discount to everyone! Just use “KIMH30” at checkout to save!

Check them out. I am sure you will find something you need or at least a few things you really want!

I am such a snacker! I am also a big fan of dipping. Pretzels, crackers, fruit…I love to dip them in things!

One of my favorite things to dip all those foods in is my Snickerdoodle Dip.

It’s so good you honestly don’t even need something to dip in it.  Sometimes all you need is a spoon!

Goes great with Ritz crackers! That sweet, salty, crunchy, smooth combo.  

Just can’t beat it!

How cozy does that little cracker look?!

The main ingredient might surprise you…any guesses?

Beans!! Yes, canned white beans are what make this dip so thick and creamy.  

And I am pretty sure that when you add beans to a recipe, it automatically puts it on the “heathy list”

Add in some Cinnamon Swirl protein powder, cinnamon powder, a few other ingredients and you have a delicious, nutritious, and very easy to make snack. 

I use Abouttime Cinnamon Swirl protein.  If you want to try it use code “KimH” to save 25%

Great for a little party or get-together! Wait until after your friends try it….then tell them what’s in it!

And then give them the recipe!

Entire bowl – 240 calories 
3F 28C 28P

Snickerdoodle Dip

2016-01-16 09:25:51

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Ingredients

1. 1/2 cup canned white beans (130g)
2. 1/4 cup canned pumpkin (60g)
3. 1 scoop cinnamon protein powder (30g)
4. 1 t cinnamon
5. 1/2 t vanilla
6. milk of choice
7. dash salt
8. sweetener to taste

Instructions

1. Blend chickpeas til smooth. Add milk slowly to help puree.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients.
3. Eat with crackers, pretzels, fruit, or a spoon!

Notes

1. Don't have cinnamon protein? Try with vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter, or any other fun flavor!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

Peanut butter and white chocolate! One of the best combos out there in the foodie world!

Oh, and sprinkles! Peanut butter, white chocolate, and sprinkles is the best combo.

These little gems are super easy, require no baking, and taste so so good.

Only a few ingredients:

Quest Chocolate Milkshake protein, powdered peanut butter, milk of choice, white chocolate, and sprinkles!

I used Crazy Richard’s powdered peanut butter, but there are lots of different brands out there.

Mix mix mix, roll roll roll, freeze, melt chocolate, dip, chill, eat!

That’s the recipe in a nut shell!

Packed with protein, these make a great pre or post workout snack! 

Try different flavor combos – salted caramel protein dipped in dark chocolate is also amazing!

Give them a try and let me know what you think.

7 treats – 210 calories
9F 15C 21P

Peanut Butter White Chocolate Bites

2016-01-27 07:38:49

Yields 7

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Ingredients

1. 4 T Crazy Richard’s Pure PB (powdered PB) (24g)
2. 1 1/2 T Quest Chocolate Protein (10g)
3. 1-2 T unsweetened almond milk (15ml)
4. 1 sweetener (optional)
5. 1 T Sugar Free white chocolate (14g)

Instructions

1. Mix first 4 ingredients - will be sticky! Start with 1 T liquid and add as needed
2. Roll dough into 7 small balls and freeze
3. Melt chocolate (I just microwave) (might want to melt more than 1 T to make dipping easier)
4. Dip balls in chocolate
5. Freeze til chocolate sets
6. Enjoy!!

Notes

1. Feel free to play around with other "peanut butter" but I can't guarantee same results
2. If using another brand of protein, you may need more/less milk

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

I love baking with bananas! They’re a great substitute for butter and oil, keeps the baked goods super moist, and gets in some fruit for the day! My favorite recipe with bananas has got to be banana bread.

I have already posted my original Banana Bread recipe, but I decided to mix it up a little bit.

Matcha Banana Bread! It still has that wonderful banana flavor and texture, but the matcha powder adds an extra burst of flavor, a fun color, and a bunch of health benefits. I won’t get into all of those right now…that’s what Google is for…

Experiment with different flavors and brands of protein powder. I love using Abouttime, MTS, and Quest!

I get my Matcha powder from Wild Foods
✨Use the code WildKim for 10% off any Wild Foods order + a free bonus!

I think this would be super fun for St. Patrick’s Day or Christmas morning.  

Honestly, it’s great any time of the year and any time of the day!!

I love eating the entire loaf for breakfast or having couple slices before my workout and a couple slices after.

A lot of my recipes use sweetener of some sort, but with the natural sweetness of the banana and the matcha flavor, you don’t need any!

Try adding some chocolate chips, nuts, shredded coconut, or dried fruit!

Also fantastic with some jam, peanut butter, or cream cheese on top.

Then again, why complicate a good thing!?

Entire loaf – 290 calories 
5F 32C 33P

Matcha Banana Bread

2016-02-04 08:01:42

A fun twist on my classic banana bread

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Ingredients

1. 1 scoop Abouttime vanilla whey (30g)
2. 2 T BetterBody Foods coconut flour (16g)
3. 1 very ripe banana (100g)
4. 1/2 -2/3 c unsweetened almond milk (120 - 150ml)
5. 1 T egg substitute (15g)
6. 1/2 - 1 t matcha powder
7. 1/2 t baking powder
8. 1/2 t vanilla

Instructions

1. Mash banana
2. Whisk together wet and dry ingredients (add milk slowly - may need more/less depending on protein used)
3. Stir in mashed banana
4. Pour into sprayed mini loaf pan (could do as muffins or bars)
5. Bake at 350 for about 45-55min

Notes

1. Try different flavors of protein powder! I love using vanilla, cinnamon, and caramel!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

What if I told you that you can eat an entire pie for less than 260 calories?!

True story!! Granted, it is no bakery style pie or cheesecake, but it will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth.

This Jello Cheesecake is pretty easy.  The hardest part is waiting for the Jello to set!

You can try with any flavor of Jello. My favorites are lime and cherry. 

There is also some protein powder snuck in there so this makes a great treat after a tough workout! 

You can’t have cheesecake without the crust!

I used Fiber One Cereal and some fat free cream cheese to make this soft, crumbly crust. 

Don’t forget to top it off with some cool whip!

Some of the steps might seem a little complicated so if you’re not sure, check out my step by step YouTube video! 

Entire pie – 257 calories 
5F 32C 33P

Protein Jello Cheesecake

2016-02-14 16:17:36

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Ingredients

1. 1 package sugar free cherry jello
2. 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (120ml)
3. 1 scoop MTS vanilla whey (30g)
4. 2 T fat free cream cheese (33g)
5. 1/2 cup Fiber One cereal (30g)
6. spray butter

Instructions

1. Mix one cup boiling water with jello powder and sweetener. Dissolve powder and stick in refrigerator.
2. Add cereal to blender or food processor and puree until very fine.
3. Microwave cream cheese for 10-15 seconds and mix with cereal. Add spray butter until you can mold it a bit. Press crust into pie pan. Put crust in freezer to set.
4. In another bowl whisk together protein powder and milk.
5. Add jello mixture to milk mixture. Put this in your blender and give it a quick puree.
6. Pour puree SLOWLY over the crust.
7. Refrigerate 1-2 hours and enjoy!!!

Notes

1. Try with different flavors of jello and protein

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

Everything is better with sprinkles!!!

That includes Banana Bread.

I used my basic Banana Bread recipe, but this time I made it with the new MTS Nutrition Birthday Cake whey.

Let me tell you, it is my absolute favorite protein to bake with right now!!

If you don’t have it, you can use vanilla protein instead.  

You just cannot skimp on the sprinkles!

You can order Birthday Cake whey from Tiger Fitness
Use code KIM to save 5% on all MTS products (must spend $49)

You better hurry though!! It’s a limited edition flavor! Why must they always make the best flavors limited edition?!

We will keep this post short and sweet…just like this Sprinkle Banana Bread!

Except it’s not really short…just sweet! 

Entire loaf – 300 calories
7F 36C 27P

Sprinkle Banana Bread

2016-02-22 08:41:13

Yields 1

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Ingredients

1. 1 scoop MTS Birthday Cake Whey (30g)
2. 2 T BetterBody Foods coconut flour (16g)
3. 1 very ripe banana (100g)
4. 1/2 - 2/3 c unsweetened almond milk (120 - 150ml)
5. 1 T egg substitute (15g)
6. 1/2 t baking powder
7. 1/2 t vanilla
8. sprinkles!!

Instructions

1. Mash banana
2. Whisk together wet and dry ingredients
3. Stir in mashed banana
4. Pour into sprayed mini loaf pan (could do as muffins or bars)
5. Top with sprinkles
6. Bake at 350 for about 45-55min

Notes

1. Don't have Birthday Cake protein? Any flavor will work!!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

Protein bars are a staple in my diet.  They are quick, easy, usually delicious, and a nice source of protein for a vegetarian like myself.  

I have tried lots of bad ones…but also lots of great ones!

Detour Bars fall into the “great ones” category!

They come in all sorts of different flavors, sizes, and have something for just about any dietary need. 

Low sugar, gluten free, high protein…

Most importantly, they are all very tasty!

The Smart Bars come in four flavors. 

I have pictured the Blueberry, Apple Cinnamon, and Peanut Butter Chocolate. 

They also come in Coconut Almond which I have tried and actually really enjoyed! 

My favorite is the Peanut Butter Chocolate.  They are all covered in a wonderful greek yogurt drizzle.  These are gluten free, low sugar, made with organic oats, and are the perfect snack size

Macros vary based on flavor but around 130 calories 2F 18C 10P.

Detour also has a line of Simple Bars.

On the left is Chocolate Chip Caramel. On the right is Salted Caramel Cookie Dough.

They also come in Caramel Peanut which I have not yet tried…but I will!!!

Both great! The Salted Caramel Cookie Dough deserves it’s own category – Amazingness!!!

Salted Caramel Cookie Dough – 230 calories 8F 22C 20P
Chocolate Chip Caramel – 210 calories 5F 25C 20P
Caramel Peanut – 230 calories 8F 24C 20P

I also got to try the Peanut Butter Cream from the Lower Sugar line. 

Oh goodness!! It’s like a Peanut Butter Cream egg that you get at Easter! Only these are packed with 30g of protein!

They come in snack size and “making gains” size! I like that a lot of their bars come in two sizes so you can pick what works best for you.  

In my opinion, the bigger the better!!!

Soft nougat, creamy peanut butter, and smooth chocolate coating. 

It doesn’t get much better!

Detour also makes a Lean Muscle line which I will be sure to try ASAP! You can expect another post on those in the very near future.  

Cookie Dough Caramel Crisp and Peanut Butter Chocolate Crunch sound too good not to try!

Check out Detour online to see all the products they have to offer. I love that they include all the ingredients and nutritional facts on their site. 

Bonus!! You can use “KIMH” at checkout to save 20%.  

I highly, highly recommend the Salted Caramel Cookie Dough and Peanut Butter Cream but you really can’t go wrong with any of their bars.

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St. Patrick’s Day is coming and you know what that means…Green food! And probably lots of green beer, but I am just going to talk about the food for now.

Here are a few of my favorite green recipes that will be perfect for your St. Patty’s Day celebration!

First up are some Green Tea Pancakes.  This is one of my favorite pancake recipes that I enjoy all year! 

The key ingredient is Matcha Powder which I get from Wild Foods. 

It adds a great flavor and of course, that amazing color!

Entire stack comes in at only 252 calories!
8F 16C 31P

This next stack might be the healthiest plate of pancakes you ever eat!

Broccoli Cakes

Yes, these amazingly tasty and crazy good for you pancakes contain 2 cups of broccoli.  

I promise you they still taste amazing! Who knew broccoli could be so fun?!

You can go sweet and top with syrup or try the savory route and add some shredded cheese.

Either way, they make a great, festive breakfast!

10 cakes – 230 calories 3F 18C 34P

I have to include a cookie recipe!

These Green Tea Chocolate Chip cookies also use the Matcha Powder I get from Wild Foods. 

They actually carry a lot of great baking products! You can use the code WildKim for 10% off any Wild Foods order✨

These would might go great with that green beer!?

I used my Green Tea Cookie Recipe and just added chocolate chips! 

All the cookies – 333 calories 13F 29C 30P

Last, but not least is some Green Banana Bread.

Again, I used the Matcha Powder, but don’t fret if you don’t have any!

You can easily leave it out and just add a splash of food coloring if you still want to make it St. Patty’s Day worthy.

This is one of my all time favorite recipes that I make almost daily! When March is over, experiment with different flavors of protein. Add nuts, chocolate chips, or sprinkes!

Entire loaf – 290 calories
5F 32C 33P

How do you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?

What is your favorite green food??

It’s no secret that I love trying new products! Especially things like peanut butter, cookies, and protein!

I was more than wiling to do a review when The Vitamin Shoppe offered to send me a surprise box containing some of their most popular products. 

Bonus points for a fancy shaker and a shirt that actually fits!! Super soft and comfy too!

No tasting was necessary when I saw Chocolate Fudge Fluffbuter from D’s Naturals.

I already had a jar in my cupboard and I absolutely love it! 

Dairy free, soy free, vegan, gluten free, and no sugar added. Plus it tastes amazing!!!

Goes great on top of a slice of my Banana Bread.

D’s Naturals has a bunch of new Fluffbutter flavors.  I can also vouch for the Vanilla Maple. One of my all time favorite nut butters.  I will have to try the Tuscan Tiramisu, Brownie Batter, and Creamy Chocolate S’mores and let you know what I think.  If you tried any of these, what did you think??

I also got to try a couple different vegan protein powders.

This vanilla sample by Plant Protein is vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, and lactose free. 

It was OK.  Honestly, I have never been a huge fan of vegan protein powder. It didn’t taste bad, it just wasn’t the normal creamy, sweet, vanilla-y protein powder I am used to. It was extremely thick!! I mixed it with some plain greek yogurt and it did make a nice dip.  

I also got to try two vegan proteins from Vega One. 

Chocolate and Vanilla Chai. 

These are vegan, vegetarian, lactose free, gluten free, and free of a bunch of other stuff too!

Not bad…but also not great…

The flavor is not very strong and neither one was very sweet.  They both taste “healthy”… If you are looking to try a vegan protein I would recommend the Vega One over the Plant Protein, but I wasn’t a huge fan of either.  

I saved the best for last!!!

I have been dying to try the Lenny & Larry’s Birthday Cake Cookie! I am a huge fan of L&L Cookies so I was pretty excited for this one. 

The cookie is two servings but honestly…who eats half a cookie?!

The entire cookie is 380 calories 12F 54C 16P. Vegan, high protein, Non GMO.

It was very good!! My only critique is that I was looking for an itty bitty bit more birthday cake flavor.  The cookie was super soft, had the perfect sweetness, and I loved the pretty sprinkles! I would buy this, but my favorite L&L Cookie is still White Chocolate Macadamia! In my opinion, you really can’t go wrong with any of their flavors.

These are just a few of the many, many products that The Vitamin Shoppe has to offer! You can shop online or find a store near you. I make frequent stops at our local Vitamin Shoppe and always find something new and fun to try!

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Pudding screams childhood for me.  Whether it was a pudding pack in my lunch box or the homemade version.  And by “homemade” of course I mean using the box mix and adding milk…

This slightly “adult” version still has the same wonderful flavor, but we are taking it up a notch!

These Cookies & Cream Pudding Bars will surely satisfy your sweet tooth. 

The entire batch comes in at only 370 calories!

I actually used the limited edition Peanut Butter Cookies & Cream whey from MTS Nutrition in this batch.  

It will be selling out soon!!

You can also just use the regular Cookies & Cream or any flavor for that matter!!

Get all of the great flavors from Tiger Fitness
Use code KIM to save 5% on all MTS products (must spend $49)

Back to the goods…

You have the soft, crumbly crust…

Cool, creamy pudding…

And don’t forget the whipped cream and teeny tiny cookie!

You can eat it right out of the fridge or stick it in the freezer for an hour for a fabulous frozen treat!

No matter how you eat it, you are sure to love it.

6 bars – 370 calories
7F 58C 29P

Cookies & Cream Pudding Bars

2016-03-08 12:25:13

Yields 6

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Ingredients

1. 1 package sugar free fat free vanilla pudding mix
2. 1 scoop MTS Peanut Butter Cookies & Cream whey (30g)
3. 1 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (300ml)
4. 1/2 cup Fiber One Original cereal (30g)
5. 2 1/2 T fat free cream cheese (45g)

Instructions

1. Puree cereal
2. Add room temperature cream cheese to pureed cereal
3. Press mixture into the bottom of a small 5x7 dish - freeze
4. Add pudding, milk, and protein to a shaker cup and mix well (can also just whisk if you don't have a shaker)
5. Pour pudding mixture over crust
6. Refrigerate for 2 hours and enjoy!
7. If you want a frozen treat - stick in the freezer for about an hour (I recommend cutting it before freezing)

Notes

1. If using a different protein or milk you may need adjust
2. Try with any flavor of MTS whey and different pudding flavors!

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

 Peanut Butter Cookie Dough

I don’t think there are four words that go together better!

How about if I also add that this guilt free snack is high protein, high fiber, gluten free, low sugar, and surprisingly easy to make!?

The main ingredient always makes a few people very skeptical, but trust me on this one.  

This is “not so healthy eating” husband approved!!

The secret ingredient is beans! Yes, like canned beans. 

It’s what gives this dip it’s super creamy texture.

Add in your favorite protein powder and peanut butter…

I use MTS Peanut Butter Fluff and Crazy Richard’s Pure PB which is a powdered peanut butter.

Feel free to try other flavors or protein! I also love it with MTS Vanilla and Caramel Sutra!

**Check out all their amazing flavors at Tiger Fitness 
Use code KIM to save 5% on all MTS products (must spend $49)

I use powdered peanut butter to cut back on the fat and calories a bit but feel free to add a spoonful of your favorite nut butter or leave it out completely. You can just make it regular cookie dough!

Great with apples, pretzels, or a spoon!

I swear all you will taste is peanut butter cookie dough goodness.

Entire bowl – 507 calories 1F 66C 41P

Peanut Butter Cookie Dough

2016-03-14 14:08:08

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Ingredients

1. 1 scoop MTS peanut butter fluff (30g)
2. 1 cup canned white beans (chick peas, garbanzo, navy, great northern) (260g)
3. 1/4 cup sugar free syrup (30ml)
4. 2 T powdered peanut butter (12g)
5. splash of milk
6. 1/2 t vanilla
7. 2 T chocolate chips (30g) or more!!
8. sweetener to taste (4 splenda packets)

Instructions

1. Drain and rinse the beans.
2. Add beans, syrup, and vanilla to blender and puree smooth. Add a splash milk if needed to get smooth
3. Stir in everything else except chocolate chips.
4. Put in fridge or freezer for a few minutes.
5. Stir in chocolate chips.
6. Serve with fruit, crackers, pretzels, or anything else you can think of!

Notes

1. *Try with vanilla, chocolate, or any other fun flavor of protein
2. *Don’t have powdered peanut butter? Add 1 T of any nut butter or feel free to leave it out completely!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

As much as I would love to, I cannot take full credit for this creation. I was talking with a fellow fitness foodie and she mentioned how she makes a sweet potato, raisin, cinnamon combo…I thought that sounded like pancake perfection! 

I was right!! 

The raisins add the perfect texture. A nice little chewy component with some added sweetness!

That syrup drip though…

I just cannot eat pancakes without syrup! Although these are sweet enough that you could probably eat them plain.  

I think some peanut butter or cream cheese would also be great on top!

They are gluten free, grain free, no sugar added, and full of protein.

You got sweet potato…you got raisins…you can basically get in your fruits and veggies before lunch!

I use MTS Nutrition Caramel Sutra protein but you could also try vanilla, cinnamon, or even a peanut buttery flavored one!

**Order MTS Whey:
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The entire batch comes in at 320 calories
2F 44C 29P

Give them a try and let me know what you think!

Sweet Potato Raisin Pancakes

2016-03-24 08:43:41

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Ingredients

1. 1 scoop MTS Caramel Sutra Whey (30g)
2. 1 cup chopped/steamed sweet potato (120g)
3. 1/8 cup raisins (20g) (you can do more/less or leave them out)
4. 3 T egg substitute (46g)
5. 3 T unsweetened almond milk (46ml)
6. 1/2 t baking powder
7. 1/2 t cinnamon

Instructions

1. Peel, chop, steam, and mash sweet potato
2. Mix protein, egg, milk, cinnamon, and baking powder (may need more or less milk to depending on protein used)
3. Add raisins and sweet potato mash to batter
4. Coat pan with nonstick spray and cook on low to medium heat
5. Enjoy!

Notes

1. Try with vanilla, cinnamon, or even peanut butter flavored protein!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

What’s better than five muffins for breakfast?

How about muffins topped with peanut butter for breakfast!

I nailed this Oat Bran Muffin recipe on the first try!

I do a lot of baking with coconut flour and oat flour, but recently I have been loving oat bran.  

Oat bran has a ton of fiber and also packs a decent amount of protein. It also has more calcium, iron, thiamin, phosphorus, riboflavin, magnesium, and zinc than oatmeal.  Oat bran will also absorb 25% it’s volume in liquid so it will keep you full and satisfied for a long time! 

Enough mumbo jumbo…I mainly just love the flavor and texture it gives to these muffins!

My favorite protein to use in this recipe is MTS Cinnagraham.

It goes great with the pumpkin, oat bran, and cinnamon flavors. 

I have also used MTS Vanilla, Peanut Butter Fluff, Caramel Sutra, and Pumpkin Pie in this recipe. 

You can get all the MTS flavors from Tiger Fitness.Use code KIM to save 5% on all MTS products (must spend $49) They have so many flavors to choose from!!

Back to these muffins…

As I mentioned, they are even better topped with some peanut butter!!!

I use Crazy Richard’s Pure Peanut Butter which is a powdered peanut butter.  

Try them topped with peanut butter, cream cheese, or butter!

Or just eat them plain. They are that good!

5 muffins – 260 calories
5F 25C 32P

Oat Bran Muffins

2016-03-30 07:09:33

Yields 5

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Ingredients

1. 1 scoop MTS Cinnagraham whey (30g)
2. 1/8 cup oat bran (20g)
3. 3 T egg substitute (46g)
4. 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (60ml)
5. 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (120g)
6. 1/2 t cinnamon
7. 1/2 t baking powder
8. sweetener if desired

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients (may need more/less liquid if using a different protein powder)
2. Pour batter in muffin pan (recommend silicon liners)
3. Bake at 350 for 28-30 minutes

Notes

1. Top with peanut butter, cream cheese, or eat plain!
2. Try different flavors of protein powder!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

I love snacks! I also love chips!!

An entire bag of chips might not be the best healthiest choice when you get the munchies, but how about an entire bag of un-potato chips?!

The awesome crew at Natural Sins reached out to me and sent me some of their snacks to try out and share my thoughts with you.

I am all about that taste testing life!

From the outside:

Only two ingredients! This is great, but one of those two ingredients is raw cane sugar…

I am not one that worries about too much sugar in my diet, but I know a lot of people do.

Macros are still pretty fantastic if you ask me.  And that is for the entire bag! No sharing here. 

They are gluten free, vegan, paleo, and NON GMO. 

They come in Coconut, Pineapple, Beet, and Mango. 

I missed out on trying the Mango, but here are my thoughts on the other three:

If you like coconut, you will love these! Crunchy, sweet, and coconut-y! 

I am not a huge fan of coconut just by as is, I think these would be great in some trail mix!

The Pineapple reminds me more of an actual chip.

Again, very crunchy!

These ones were very, very sweet.  Pineapple is a very sweet fruit so with the added sugar, it’s a super sweet snack.

I would go for these if I was craving something sweet, not necessarily a salty chip type snack.

I was most interested in the Beet Chips.

These guys were paper thin!

Again, very crunchy as any chip should be.

These were actually my favorite out of the three.  An unmistakable beet flavor, but that sweetness was really nice!

I don’t think these would have been nearly as good without the added sugar. 

Overall thoughts?! 

I like them!!

I wish they didn’t have quite as much sugar, but you’re still getting in some fruit and veggies!

You get a lot for a serving.

Would definitely satisfy that craving when you want a slightly sweet, crunchy snack.

Looks like you can buy them from Amazon. A pack of 6 bags for $16.20. 

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 Why did the Caramel Muffin go to the doctor?!

Because it was a-salted with chocolate…

Ok, worst joke ever!!

But these Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Muffins are the best thing ever!

Sweet and salty in breakfast form.

And who doesn’t love caramel and chocolate first thing in the morning?!

Caramel Sutra whey from MTS Nutrition

**Order MTS Whey: Tiger Fitness 
Use code KIM to save 5% on all MTS products (must spend $49)

Wild Kosher Flake Salt from Wild Foods.

Code WildKim will save you 10% on any order!

What is it about chocolate and salt that go together so well?

Whoever came up with that combo deserves a prize!

These muffins are so soft, you would never guess they are gluten free, grain free, oil free, and guilt free!

5 muffins – 465 calories
18F 46C 34P

Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Muffins

2016-04-07 07:53:16

Yields 5

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Ingredients

1. 1 scoop MTS Nutrition Caramel Sutra whey (30g)
2. 4 T coconut flour (32g)
3. 3 T egg substitute (46g)
4. 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (120ml)
5. 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (56g)
6. 1/2 t baking powder
7. 1/2 t vanilla
8. chocolate chips (28g) can use more/less
9. sweetener to taste (2 packets)

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients except chocolate and salt til smooth
2. You may need a little more or less milk depending on protein used
3. Add chocolate chips and sea salt on top
4. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes

Notes

1. Don't have caramel protein!? Try vanilla or chocolate!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

I have to dedicate this post to my husband, Jim.

Out of all the cookies, muffins, brownies, and other goodies I bake, this is his favorite!

Peach Bread Pudding.

It just screams Sunday Morning Breakfast!!

Topped with so much cinnamon goodness.

Serving size is one as always! 

This particular dish is made with peaches, but you can also use pineapple, apple, banana, or any fruit you like!

Sometimes we do a combination of pineapple and peach.  Get crazy with it!

Vanilla protein adds a nice protein boost, a great sweet flavor, and basically takes the place of adding sugar.

Since Jim is diabetic, this makes a pretty good low sugar breakfast.  

I have also used Caramel Sutra and Peanut Fluff protein.

Get all the MTS Nutrition flavors from TigerFitness.com

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Entire dish – 246 calories 
2F 40C 21P

Bread Pudding

2016-04-10 08:17:01

Yields 1

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Ingredients

1. 2 slices bread of choice
2. 1/2 scoop MTS Vanilla whey (15g)
3. 1/2 cup canned peaches (124g)
4. 3 T egg substitute (46g)
5. 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (56g)
6. 1/4 t cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut bread into cubes and set aside
2. Chop peaches (try other fruit) and set aside
3. Mix protein, egg, applesauce, and cinnamon
4. Gently stir in fruit and bread
5. Coat baking dish with nonstick spray and pour batter in
6. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes

Notes

1. Try as muffins too! Just adjust baking time accordingly

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

I feel like everyone is either a waffle person or a pancakes person. I am definitely a pancake person!! 

Something about a nice, tall, stack of pancakes.  I guess you could stack waffles, but it’s just not the same.

Of course, you don’t have to stack your pancakes.

You can spread them out and drizzle syrup all over then plate! 

Whether you stack or spread them, these Blueberry Pumpkin Bran Pancakes are a must try!

Don’t like blueberries?! It’s ok, they are almost just as good without. 

You could also swap out the blueberries for some apple chunks or banana bits.

Just don’t forget the syrup!!

I love when I can capture that syrup drip. You don’t get that on a waffle. 

I never tired these in a waffle maker… I guess if you prefer waffles you could give it a shot.

Let me know how that turns out. I am gonna stick to my pancakes!

Entire Stack – 220 calories 
10F 38C 13P

Blueberry Pumpkin Bran Pancakes

2016-04-19 12:29:39

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Ingredients

1. 1/4 cup oat bran (40g)
2. 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (120g)
3. 3 T egg substitute (46g)
4. 3 T unsweetened almond milk (46ml)
5. 1/2 t baking powder
6. 1/2 t cinnamon
7. a hearty handful of blueberries
8. sweetener if desired

Instructions

1. Mix together everything except the blueberries
2. Stir in blueberries or fruit of choice last - try some nuts or raisins too!
3. Cook like regular pancakes on low to medium heat

Notes

1. You can use any type of egg or milk

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

What’s the worst thing about cookies? Yes, there is one negative thing about cookies….

The worst thing is waiting for them to bake! You are tortured with that wonderful cookie smell but you have to wait for them to cook and wait for them cool…it’s no fun!

No Bake Cookies are the way to go!

No waiting required!

Nut butter is a must for these guys.  Peanut, almond, cashew…whatever you prefer!

I love Crazy Richard’s almond and cashew butters!

Instead of adding a bunch of sugar, I add protein powder.

MTS Nutriton No Bake Cookie of course! 

Chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, or just about any flavor will work.

**Check out all the fun flavors MTS has to offer at Tiger Fitness 
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Keep them plain or add some fun!

Chocolate chips, raisins, and peanuts are a few of my favorite additions.  

Let’s face it…chocolate chips are the best!

These freeze great, but they probably won’t last that long.

Cookies for breakfast!?

I think so! It’s basically like eating a bowl of oatmeal, but must better!

Makes 12 cookies
Per cookie – 80 calories 3.5F 9C 4P
For entire batch – 970 calories 42F 107C 49P

No Bake Cookies

2016-04-26 15:58:32

Yields 1

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Ingredients

1. 1 scoop MTS No Bake Cookie Whey (30g)
2. 1 1/2 cup quick oats (120g)
3. 4 T peanut butter (64g)
4. 2 T unsweetened vanilla almond milk (30ml)
5. 2 T sugar free syrup (30ml)
6. 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (56g)
7. 1 t vanilla
8. sweetener if desired

Instructions

1. Melt peanut butter, applesauce, syrup, milk, and vanilla on low heat
2. Stir in protein powder
3. Remove from heat and stir in oats
4. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and drop batter
5. Press cookies down a bit and place in fridge for 1-2 hours
6. Store uneaten cookies in the fridge for about a week

Notes

1. Experiment with different flavors of protein and peanut butter. Add some funness such as chocolate chips, raisins, nuts, or sprinkles!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/

No, you’re not going crazy! This recipe has already been posted on my blog.  

I have been going back and re-doing some posts.  Better pictures, tweaking the recipes…you get the idea.  

Plus, I feel like some of my best recipes get lost in the archives!! So in case you missed it, or just forgot about it, here is the recipe for my Chocolate Brownies.

The cream cheese and chocolate powder frosting is optional, but it does make them look extra appealing!

Two key ingredients for these brownies are a good chocolate protein and a good chocolate powder.

MTS Nutrition has a fabulous Chocolate whey that bakes perfect every time!

Check out all of their fun flavors at Tiger Fitness 
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Wild Foods makes the best chocolate powder out there! 
Use the code WildKim for 10% off any Wild Foods order + a free bonus!

With all the chocolate goodness in there, you won’t even notice the pumpkin and beans used to make these brownies extra soft and fudgy. 

Yes, these are healthy brownies!! 

So healthy that you can eat all six for only 285 calories! That is without the frosting, but still!! 

Don’t just take my word for it, try them for yourself!

285 calories for the whole batch
(without frosting)
4F 29C 34P

Chocolate Brownies

2016-05-01 08:54:30

Yields 6

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Ingredients

1. 1/2 cup canned white beans (130g)
2. 1/4 cup canned pumpkin (60g)
3. 3 T egg substitute (46g)
4. 1 scoop MTS Chocolate whey (30g)
5. 1/2 t baking powder
6. 1/2 t vanilla
7. 2 T unsweetened almond milk
8. 1 T Wild Foods Chocolate powder (5g)
9. sweetener to taste

Instructions

1. Drain and rinse chickpeas.
2. Puree chickpeas, pumpkin, egg, milk, and vanilla til smooth
3. Mix in remaining ingredients. If batter is too thick add a splash of milk
4. Pour into baking dish. Add any extras (chocolate chips, nuts...)
5. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes
6. Eat plain or top with healthy frosting!! (nonfat greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, sweetener) No exact measurements for frosting

Notes

1. Try different flavors or protein powder! You can make vanilla, peanut butter, cookies & cream, or any other kind of brownie!

By Kim Hoeltje

Kim Hoeltje http://www.kimhoeltje.com/