Skinny 'Oatmeal Cookie' Baked Amish Oatmeal

March 26, 2020 Amanda Plott

We’re only on day two of Austin’s ‘shelter in place’ orders and it already seems like we’ve been stuck inside for a couple of months already. Though, that’s probably because of the self-quarantine that most of us had already been on for the weeks leading up to the shelter in place. Somehow amidst all the chaos my family was able to get our hands on enough pantry staples and frozen foods to last for the duration.

With that in mind, I’m doing my best to stick to recipes that are not only delicious and nutritious, but also that are made with simple ingredients that most should have on hand or that are easy to swap for alternatives! This Skinny 'Oatmeal Cookie' Baked Amish Oatmeal is exactly that…

Skinny Lemon Bars

March 22, 2020 Amanda Plott

These lemon bars were a request from my fabulous aunt when she was down visiting Austin recently. She had mentioned that she loves to bake and was asking for some suggestions on lighter treats that were easy to pull together when having dinner with friends or family...

Healthified Irish Soda Bread

March 17, 2020 Amanda Plott

Today’s the day! It’s St. Patrick’s Day. What goes better with self quarantine and St. Patty’s Day than Irish Soda Bread? This recipe is tried and true. It’s been in the family for many years now and I always have to make it to go with our Corned Beef!

So, are my irish roots showing yet? I've got my irish pride out today, that much is true. I love it when St. Patrick's Day rolls around. It isn't just special for that reason alone. Oh, no. No, no, no! It's also my red-haired, smart aleck of a father's birthday!…

Skinny Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls

March 13, 2020 Amanda Plott

Welp. With my kids school being on extended Spring Break for at least another week, I thought I would spend some time baking. These Skinny Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls were pretty much at the top of the list to make because… It’s strawberry season and who can say no to a homemade cinnamon roll of any kind?

These Skinny Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls are scratch made with a lightly sweetened cake and a quick and easy strawberry filling. Over the top is a lightened up cream cheese drizzle that really takes these sweet bites of heaven to the next level…

Rainbow Unicorn Swiss Roll

March 8, 2020 Amanda Plott

I realized that it had been a hot minute since I made any sort of unicorn inspired recipe, so… I had to fix that today. When I said I was going to keep things fun and bright during Spring Break here, I wasn’t kidding! This Rainbow Unicorn Swiss Roll is as delicious as it is pretty.

This is a vanilla based cake that’s colored in the best of ways and rolled up with a lightly sweetened cream cheese filling. It’s great as a sweet breakfast option, brunch, or even as dessert. Really there wouldn’t be any bad time of day to have rainbow amazingness in your life…

Berry & Cream Cheese Danishes

February 24, 2020 Amanda Plott

While I’m not big on sweets anymore, if I’m going to have sweets, I want them in the morning usually. And what’s better as a sweet in the morning than a pastry? And at that… a danish? Mm… I have always had a love for danishes. Something about the mixture of soft flaky pastry dough, cream cheese, and fruit just seems like the perfect combination.

The problem with most danishes out there? Super high in calories and sugar! That’s why I decided to try my hand at making my own. And let me just tell you, these are so crazy simple to make, that they may just become a family staple!…