pom, beet, buch pops

So funny during the 4th of July holiday, all food needs to be red, white and blue! Jumping on the bandwagon, I had to create a patriotic popsicle and you know I had to make it healthy. To make things less complicated, you can buy all of the ingredients and recreate these frozen beauties in minutes. If you can wait for them to freeze, I know the flavors will make your tastebuds happy. My friends at Liveglean.com sent me a bag of beet powder and I thought, what an incredible way to sneak some veggies into a sweet treat.

Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraJuly 2, 2018wellandpretty, popsicles, glutenfreetreats, summertimetreats, 4thofjulytreatsComment

homemade ice cream cake

Yep, this is a homemade ice cream cake, with real ingredients and absolutely no guilt! Well, maybe that's a little white lie, but the key here is choosing good, quality ingredients, that come with less guilt than eating something filled with preservatives, gums and chemicals. I made a few things in this delicious cake from scratch, then chose others that I felt good about eating.

Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraJune 17, 2018wellandpretty, homemadeicecreamcake, glutenfreecake, happyfathersdayComment

granola breakfast cookie {gluten free, grain free, dairy free}

The idea of a breakfast cookie blows my mind. First, who doesn't want a cookie for breakfast?; second, there are so many nutrient dense ingredients to use; and third, I can eat a complete meal without any work! Can you see me running out the door with two of these in hand? Can you say satisfied and happy?

vanilla bundt cake with creme fraiche drizzle {gluten free, grain free}

When you are eating gluten and grain free, it can be difficult to find sweet treats that please everyone in the crowd. This Vanilla Bundt Cake is just that, a crowd pleaser, that is simple, not too sweet and is the perfect dessert for a special brunch.

Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraMay 12, 2018wellandpretty, grainfree, glutenfreedessert, bundtcake

chocolate cups with mascarpone cream {gluten free, grain free}

When you need to create a show stopper and don't feel like putting in the work, here is your answer. There is no baking involved and it only calls for 5 ingredients. I am going to scream easy, simple, silly, so just make them and watch the applause!

healthy rice crispie treats {gluten free}

Easter is right around the corner and treats are everywhere! When it comes to sugar overload, its right up there with Halloween. I get kind of crazy trying to control the consumption, but what I am good with is one and done.

blondies with a secret (vegan)

Anytime I can sneak a healthy food into something I’m making, I do and when its in a sweet treat even better. When my daughter tasted these and said they are delicious, they don’t even taste healthy. I giggled because, she really had no idea.

Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraMarch 17, 2018wellandpretty, glutenfree, glutenfreedessert, grainfree, dairyfree, eatrealfood, healthylifestyle, veganComment

paleo chocolate chip cookies

I had know idea when I started testing this recipe, they would turn out so delicious and be completely simple to make. With only 6 ingredients and 15 minutes to prepare and complete, you have absolutely no reason not to try!

Dessert, Recipes, CookiesAmy BarbaraFebruary 17, 2018wellandpretty, glutenfree, grainfree, dairyfree, cookiesComment

peanut butter brownie bites

Valentine's Day is right around the corner. When you have spent 24 V-days with the same person, there is a whole lotta love to celebrate! Chocolate and peanut butter is a perfect combo and one that usually makes everyone happy.

Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraFebruary 10, 2018wellandpretty, glutenfree, Valentine dessert ideasComment

cookie dough power balls

January always seems just the right time to make changes to your diet and lifestyle and cutting sugar is a big change. I have used food as medicine for a long time and although there are "diets" and "lifestyles" to follow, I say listen to your body and eat what feels right.

paleo banana bread

I took my most favorite banana muffin recipe and readjusted a few ingredients to make it Paleo compliant. I'm am a little afraid to say it's better but I think I hit it out of the park on this one. As a gluten free baker, once you figure out how to use the endless choice of flours and how to combine them, you hit this beautiful sweet spot where recipes come together and just satisfy.

Breakfast, Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraJanuary 9, 2018wellandpretty, dairyfree, paleo, Grainfree, glutenfree, eatrealfood

ginger molasses cookies

I think I may have tested this cookie recipe more than any recipe I have ever made! There were so many rules to making this work! I gave up more than a few times, but they were so delicious I had to keep trying.

Cookies, Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraDecember 20, 2017wellandpretty, grainfree, glutenfree, christmascookies, paleofriendlyComment

salted toffee bars {gluten free}

When holiday cookie baking becomes a full time job, It is a perfect idea to have a quick and easy one in the mix. These Salted Toffee bars are so delicious and pair the best combination of sweet and salty together.

Cookies, Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraDecember 17, 2017wellandpretty, glutenfreecookies, christmascookies Comment

thumbprint cookies

The Italian Thumbprint cookies, that all of the beautiful ladies in my life used to make as a child, were traditionally rolled in nuts and topped with all different flavors of jam.

Cookies, Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraDecember 16, 2017wellandpretty, Gluten free cookies, gluten free Christmas cookies

almond orange crisps dipped in chocolate

Christmas time is here and that means cookies. I grew up with Italian cookies everywhere! My mom would start her baking right after Thanksgiving and make at least 12 different kinds and 6 dozen of each.

pumpkin spice smoothie

One last pumpkin dive before it's all over. I'm a little obsessed this time of year with pumpkin. I do my best to stick it in all things edible, muffins, breads, pies, even smoothies. I also love to use it in savory recipes, like pumpkin chili and pumpkin risotto, the ideas are endless.

Breakfast, Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraNovember 22, 2017wellandpretty, paleosmoothie, dairy free, gluten free lifestyle

pumpkin bread

This time of year, pumpkin is king and I try to stick it in as many recipes as possible. Can you say smoothies, muffins, cookies, pies or even swing the savory way and add to soups, stews or our favorite skillets.

Breakfast, Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraNovember 9, 2017gluten free, dairy free, grain free, real food, wellandpretty

almond joy cookies

With Halloween a few days a way, I created this candy like cookie reminisent of an almond joy candy bar. Around our house, I try to give treats that are healthy and nutrient dense, but sometimes it's ok to cheat a bit. When this happens, I still use high quality ingredients so that I feel a little less guilty.

Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraOctober 27, 2017wellandpretty, Gluten free cookies, grain free

applesauce muffins {gluten free}

I have a family who loves muffins and breads, and I have worked very hard to create healthy nutrient dense recipes that they will eat. I'm not always successful, but this one was a hit. For this post I made this recipe into muffins, but it also makes a terrific bread, you just need to adjust the cooking time. (Info below). We love them for breakfast, as a snack or packed in lunches.

nut butter, oatmeal everything cookie... is it a cookie, muffin or a full clean out of the pantry? protein packed yumminess

I hit the jackpot with this creation. I took all of the bosses in my life, Aka my kids! and chose all of their favorite ingredients. There you go, a protein packed thingy that really has no name.

Dessert, RecipesAmy BarbaraApril 25, 2017glutenfreedessert, wellandpretty, Gluten free cookies