Young At Heart Mommy

Managing Motherhood Through Love & Laughter

Fudgy Double Chocolate Ice Cream Cookie Trifle #IBBakesWell

Disclosure: The information and prize pack have been provided by General Mills through Platefull Co-Op.

I’ve developed a patten over the past month and I have noticed that Wednesdays are the appointed day of the week in which I get my bake on. It may be because it’s the only day of the week when I have the house to myself without any distractions or interruptions. That means extra time to get in touch with my sweet side, the one that involves a spatula and cookie dough. I was recently sent a big box of goodies that included a variety of Immaculate Baking products. If you aren’t familiar with this company you should probably know the basics and why they stand out from the others.
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The Publix® “Love to Shop Here, Love to Save Here” Event #LoveToGrillHere

Disclosure: The information and prize pack have been provided by General Mills through Platefull Co-Op.

The end of Summer is quickly approaching, EEEKKK!  That means it’s time to start preparing for back to school while also making the most of these last few weeks of relaxation. There is so much to do and so little time to get everything done. Now more than ever I have been looking for quick and easy meal ideas to get us through these busy weeks leading up to the first day of school. This week I headed to Publix® to  check out the “Love to Shop Here, Love to Save Here” event running through the first week of August. It was time to stock up & save on my family’s favorites.
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Mid-Week Movie Night With Chex Mix Popped #ChexMixPopped #spon

Disclosure: The information and prize pack have been provided by General Mills through Platefull Co-Op.

Do you ever have a hard time choosing between two of your favorite snacks? I do! Popcorn, cheese crisps, pretzels, sweet, salty- I can never decide what will satisfy my cravings. Now you can have the best of both worlds with a bursting combination of flavors. The new Chex Mix Popped is part Chex Mix and part popcorn. It’s available in two different flavors and both are totally delicious, not to mention addicting. Depending on what will make your taste buds tingle, White Cheddar and Sweet & Salty both have a flavor twist. I can’t imagine anything better than having a mixture of my favorite yummy snacks all in one bag. Each bite ends up being a surprise!
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Guilt-Free Very Berry Cobbler Bars featuring Fiber One

Disclosure: The information and samples have been provided by General Mills through Platefull Co-Op.

Eating healthy can be really tough, especially when you are craving something sweet and not so healthy. That’s where the new Fiber One Streusel Bars come in. Available in two different flavors, Strawberry and Blueberry, these bars offer a tasty combination of real fruit and 12 grams of whole grains which make them a sensible treat that tastes more like an indulgence. The soft-baked bars are topped with a delicious brown sugar streusel crumble and have 20% of your daily value of fiber. Did I mention they are only 150 calories a piece? That’s much less than that batch of cookies I made this week!
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Together We Can Outnumber Hunger With Target + General Mills #OutnumberHunger

Disclosure: The information and samples have been provided by General Mills through Platefull Co-Op.

Did you know that 1 in 6 Americans struggles with hunger?  That’s more than 49 million people and includes 13 million families across the United States. For this reason General Mills has teamed up with Feeding America®, Big Machine Label Group, and Target to Outnumber Hunger in local communities. Together we can all play a part in securing meals at local food banks. Not sure where to start? Take the time to clean out your pantry and donate any extra canned food you may have. This helps the organizations and shelters within the community to take care of those in need.
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Experience Yogurt Perfection With Liberté Yogurt #TeamLiberte

Disclosure: The information and prize pack have been provided by Liberte Yogurt through Platefull Co-Op.

Aside from my baking obsession I have been making a conscious effort to eat healthier snacks lately. I’ve stopped buying potato chips and sugary treats to eliminate all temptation! With all of that bad stuff out of the house I have found myself eating more fresh fruit, veggies, and yogurt. During my transition I was introduced to a new brand of yogurt that I had never tried before. As part of the General Mills family, Liberté embodies all things that nature has to offer. Liberté Méditerranée uses only the finest ingredients and nothing more – from whole milk and cream to live, active cultures and bold, real fruit. They also refrain from adding gelatin, sugar substitutes or preservatives. From taste alone you can tell the difference between Liberté and other brands. It’s delicious, creamy, and rich in flavor. It’s also a safe product that the whole family can enjoy. 
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Big G Retro Cereals Are A Blast From The Past #CerealThrowback #PlatefullCoOp

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Did you know that the cereal in your pantry could have an interesting story behind it? Many families begin the morning with a big bowl of their favorite cereal. Whether your pick is sugary sweet or plain grain, each has it’s own history. For example, Lucky Charms was created in 1962 and was actually based on the idea of combining classic Cheerios with Brach’s Circus Peanuts. I bet you didn’t know that little tidbit!
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Fun Breakfast Time Twists With Target! #PlateFullCoOp #spon

We all know that Breakfast is of the utmost importance in the morning, not only for children but adults too. Everyone needs energy and starting your day with a wholesome meal will keep you focused until lunch time. Even though it may be the most important meal of the day, it’s not always so simple. In our home it can be hectic, rushed, and repetitive during the week. Most parents will agree. There are never enough hours during the day, especially in between getting the children dressed and making sure their lunches are packed before school. With our morning routine in fast motion I sometimes lack creativity when it’s time for Breakfast. Have you every asked yourself what can be done to make it more exciting and less monotonous? I sure have.
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Get Healthy With Weight Watchers + $25 Publix GC Prize Pack #GIVEAWAY! #MyBlogSpark

Everyone has a New Year’s resolution that they are determined to fulfill and accomplish. Some of them include hitting the gym more regularly, cutting out the fast food, or making positive changes to lead that healthy lifestyle we are longing for. A new year always brings upon the opportunity to change our habits and start a healthy routine. Losing weight and getting in the right mindset is easy with the help of General Mills & Weight Watchers-endorsed products. Are you ready for a healthier, happier, and more energetic you? Weight Watchers is going to make it easy!
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Publix Breakfast Savings Event + $25 Publix GC GIVEAWAY! #MyBlogSpark

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Eating in the morning keeps you energized, happy, and focused. Sometimes we skip morning meals because we are too busy or just bored of eating the same things over and over again. Breakfast doesn’t have to be plain Jane. You can take a simple bowl of Cheerios and kick it up a notch by adding fresh fruit. Yogurt lover? Not only can you put fruit in this too but try adding granola or chocolate chips!
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