Young At Heart Mommy

Managing Motherhood Through Love & Laughter

Peanut Butter Chocolate + Caramel Cashew Clusters #AnySnackPerfect

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Since I can remember I have been an avid snacker. Graze, nibble, sample, taste, munch- you name it and it is most likely part of my snacking strategy. When I was younger I could grab a bowl of cereal and be completely content. These days picking a snack is much more complex. There’s always that constant battle between sweet or salty. So many choices yet so little time and whatever I choose has to be simple. I find it’s best to combine the two along with my favorite satisfying snacks all in one, salted cashews and peanut butter. The new Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Spreads is a delicious indulgence on it’s own but when generously coated on top of my homemade clusters a new snack is born.
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Cookies And Cream Popcorn Munch

I don’t know if it’s because Publix has the sweetest B1G1 deals or we really love these classic cream filled wafers but we have accumulated a plethora of Oreo cookies in our pantry. Original, double stuffed, lemon, mint, root beer- you name it, we got it. Every time they release a new flavor it ends up in our shopping cart. With the snack drawer needing a little  of relief I decided to use what we had lying around and whip up a batch of Cookies & Cream Popcorn Munch.Worst thing I could have ever done because no one in this house can stop  eating it including my child who is totally wired right now. I can only blame myself and my continuous itch to make sweet goodies. If you love the lovable Oreo or the medley of sweet and salty flavors, this is the snack for you
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New Fiber One Caramel Sea Salt 90 Calorie Snack Bars #Fiber1atTarget #PlatefullCoOP

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


Looking for a tasty way to get essential fiber in your daily routine? Fiber one 90 Calorie Caramel Sea Salt Bars give you a delicious way to indulge without the guilt! Satisfyingly sweet and savory, these bars are a flavorful snack to feel good about. Including fiber in your diet is very important. It keeps your digestive system on track and also helps achieve a healthy weight. 9 out of 10 Americans do not even get the recommended amount of fiber in their diet. No, this doesn’t mean you have to eat salads and beans for every meal. Fiber One has stepped in and created a full line of  savory products to help you get your daily dose. I guarantee they taste better than a bowl of leafy greens too!

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Valentine Fruit Kabobs + Fluffy Cream Cheese Dip #ValentinesDay #Recipe

Simple treats are the sometimes the sweetest! Lately I have been doing a ton of baking in preparation for Toodie’s Valentine birthday. While traditional desserts are always a winner, I wanted to also serve yummy recipes that are healthy. We are a family of fruit lovers so I decided to add a twist to the boring mixed fruit bowl you often see at parties. Whether you are an adult or a child, everything tastes much better on a stick. Fruit kabobs are tasty, refreshing, healthy, and so much fun to eat. They are even better when you have something sweet to dip them in!
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Sweet + Salty Valentine Munch #ValentinesDay

Valentine’s Day will be here before we know it. In addition to Christmas, it truly is my favorite holiday of the year. Not only is it a day to share love with those around us, but it is also the day that my little girl entered the world! Since February 14, 2009 I have been celebrating Toodie’s birthday and going ALL out on this wonderful day. This includes baking, crafting, and party planning.
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Warm Up The Holidays With Tropical Island Chex Mix + BOGO Deal At Publix! #sponsored

Looking for a tasty seasonal snack to nibble on while your decorating the tree or wrapping gifts? Tropical Island Chex Mix is sweet, tangy, tart, and crunchy. This week Toodie and I prepared a whole batch at home and everyone has been munching on it since. This recipe is VERY easy to prepare which means you can have your children lend a hand in the process! If your family loves Chex Mix then this is sure to please. It’s a delicious alternative to the traditional Chex Party Mix varieties. Plus you can make it at home in under 15 minutes. With the weather getting a bit chilly here it sure does help to warm up the holidays and add a little “tropical tang” to tradition. Take a look at the recipe below and let me know what your family thought!
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Brown Sugared Bacon Grilled Cheese

It’s October, a solid five months before National Grilled Cheese month in April. I know I am early but I couldn’t help myself with this one. Cheese? Bacon? Individually they are two of my favorite foods and also ingredients. When you put them together it’s pure magic! Heavenly some would say. Open up the gates ’cause i’m coming on in.
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Shake Up Your Wake Up with Silk Fruit & Protein! #SilkFruit

As a Social Mom’s blogger I am being compensated for this post. As always, opinions and thoughts are 100% my own!

Each morning waking up and following a steady routine can be considered slightly chaotic and just a tad bit unorganized around here. This year I have had to get used to going back to work and getting up before the sun completely rises. While it has been a smooth transition for myself, my toddler on the other hand is not the happiest when told to “rise and shine!” At some point I found myself running out of  ideas to get her excited and willing to roll out of her comfy bed. For some time chocolate chip pancakes, homemade waffles, and animal shaped toast was good enough. But as many fellow parents may know, toddlers get bored pretty darn quick when it comes to routine! They want something new. They want to try different things. Sometimes they don’t even WANT to eat before school. My daughter has to be the pickiest eater I have ever encountered. It is difficult enough for me to get her to actually consume food, much less enjoy it. It has to be her idea and if it isn’t, well good luck! It‘s much easier for me to get her to drink a big glass of OJ than it is to eat a plate of food. Even at that, she gets tired of the same ol’ juices we have the fridge.
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LARABAR Review & Giveaway

Sometimes being a mom can keep me busy, and at times too busy to grab a normal meal. Recently I have turned to eating healthy snacks that contain at least protein and fruit so I have energy even on the go. One of my favorite things to munch on and keep in my purse is the ever-so famous AND yummy Larabar. Larabar products are delicious,satisfying, and most importantly CLEAN! Larabar believes that the foundation of a sound mind, body and spirit is derived from what you eat. There is no better support system than an ingredient in it’s natural state. Their bars are not only made with fruits, nuts, and spices but they are also free of any unwanted additives, food colorings, or preservatives. While some Larabars contain 5 ingredients, you will notice others will only contain a simple 2. No added sugar, just natural sweetness from the whole ingredients they are made from.

 
There are SO many flavors of Larabars to choose from. When asked what kind I would like to sample, I knew immediately I had to try the Coconut Cream pie! When it comes to coconut I love anything and everything that contains even a hint. That being said, this was the first one I tried. I really really liked the flavor of the bar along with the texture. I found it to be dense and filling. The coconut was not too over powering either. I think this is going to be my favorite..actually I know so!

Larabar also sent me three other flavors- Banana Nut Bread, Chocolate Chip Cherry Torte, and Fruit & Nut. The Chocolate Chip Cherry Torte was immediately snatched by Toodie who consumed it within minutes of opening. I think she thought it was a treat because she kept telling me she loved the chocolate bar! If a three year old will eat these it just goes to show how good they really do taste. The last sample they sent was Fruit & Nut which I have conveniently stashed in my purse for running errands and a healthy snack for the movies.

 
If you would like the chance to win a variety of delicious Larabars then enter through the rafflecopter below!


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Disclosure: I received this product  from LARABAR for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

Buddy Fruits Review & Giveaway

 
Toodie is very picky about her meals, but when it comes to snacking she is all over it. There is never a fight to eat a snack, just pure willingness to invade and rummage through the pantry! About a month ago I came across Buddy Fruits at Publix and decided to purchase a few of their Pure Fruit Bites to try. Of course, Toodie loved them- but so did i! I ate a whole pouch by myself and wished I had purchased more. Buddy Fruits generously sent me several samples of their popular fruit bites and fruit blend puree pouches. We couldn’t wait to give them all a try.
Buddy Fruits provides a healthier option for snacking and their products are packed with nutritional value. This can be hard to find when shopping for snacks to take on the go. Walking down the aisles in the grocery store you see pre-packaged cookies, chips, and fruit snacks loaded with additives. With Buddy Fruits, you do not have to worry about food coloring, preservatives, or artificial flavoring. They are also dairy and gluten FREE. Their convenient packages contain 100% fruit and are the perfect portable snack.

There are six different flavors of fruits bites. Each package is only 95 calories and provides 1 whole serving of fruit. The flavors include Blackcurrant, Orange, Pomegranate & Acai, Apple, Raspberry, and Banana. Finally, a healthier alternative to the typical fruit snack! Toodie had no problem eating two bags as soon as these arrived. These will be a new addition to her lunch box each week.

There is also a wide selection of blended fruit flavors as well. You can choose from Banana, Strawberry, Apple Cinnamon, Mango Passion & Banana, & Multifruit. These pouches are only 60 calories and the contents are 100% fruit. No peel, no seeds, and no mess! They can be eaten straight from the pouch or squeezed into a bowl. Either way the package can be re-sealed for later use.


 The Buddy Fruit Mission:

Simplify your everyday life
Help your kids to eat more fruits
Contribute to a healthier life

Combine eating with fun 

Would you like the chance to win your own Buddy Fruits display mix? This will include their Fruit Bites and  Blended Fruit Pouches! Enter below through the rafflecopter form.
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Disclosure: I received this product  from Buddy Fruits for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!


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