Enjoy St. Paddy's Day Treats Guilt Free!

Who says that you can't enjoy the holiday's when you're trying to stay healthy? I found a couple of Mommy approved yummy and healthy recipes to try out and they are SUPER GOOD! I was so surprised!

First I made a Shamrock Shake and I have never had one before so I don't know how to compare it, but it was YUH-HUM!

Ingredients:

8 oz Skim, Rice, Almond or Soy Milk

4 oz ice and water

splash of peppermint extract or some mint water

1 tsp all natural peanut butter

2 tbps vanilla sugar free instant pudding mix

1 packet of Greenberry Shakeology

Blend all ingredients and enjoy!

I hope you enjoy this as much as I do! If you don't have any Greenberry Shakeology or would like to try a sample 6 pack of Shakeology for $29.95, you can comment below or send me a msg and I will give you the info on how to order it! =) 

The second treat I made is healthy Rice Krispies Treats! I was really surprised how good these taste too. Way better for you than the original.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup creamy almond butter*

1/3 cup honey**

1 tsp vanilla extract

3 cups crispy rice cereal

1 cup of Lucky Charms (optional, if not adding, add 1 cup of crispy rice cereal)

few drops of green food coloring(optional)

*Any nut butter will work. Or use soy nut butter for a nut-free version.

**Sub in brown rice syrup to make these vegan. Maple syrup and agave will not work because they are not thick enough.

Instructions:

1) Line an 8x8 baking pan with a sheet of aluminum foil, leaving a few inches of overhang on the sides to allow for easy removal. Spray foil with cooking spray and set aside.

2) In a medium-sized pan over medium heat, add almond butter, honey, and vanilla, stirring until the almond butter is melted and fully combined with the honey.

3) Remove from heat and add the cereal, stirring well everything is fully combined.

4) Pour into prepared baking pan and use a spatula or your hands(lets get real- this is much easier!) to ensure that the mixture is tightly packed.

5) Place pan into fridge and allow to cool for 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Rice Krispies Treats have never been so guilt free!