Apple Nachos

January 30, 2017April 30, 2017 Ali SchroederLeave a comment

YUM. DELSIH. (almost) 21 DAY FIX APPROVED.

This treat is DELISH. It’s not quite “approved” by my regular meal plan, but it’s quite an improvement to a big bowl of ice cream or a sleeve of girl scout cookies…two items I can put down no problem 😉

I give you: Apple Nachos!

INGREDIENTS

Sauce:
2 tbsp boiling water
2 tbsp nut butter
1 tbsp honey

Toppings (pictured):
sprouted organic pumpkin seeds
slivered almonds
dark chocolate chips
NOTE: you can get creative here… raisins, coconut shavings, sunflower seeds, craisins, etc. Portions are up to you – use in moderation for healthier snack.

Other
1 apple (I like honeycrisp or granny smith)
cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:
-Bring water to boil.
-While water is boiling, slice apple into desired slivers; I prefer bit sized.
-Combine water, nut butter, and honey in a small bowl. Whip to creamy consistency – this takes a second; it gets clumpy before it gets smooth.
-In separate bowl, mix together dry toppings. The amount is up to you; enjoy in moderation for a healthier snack.
-Spread 1 layer of apple slices on plate, sprinkle with cinnamon, drizzle sauce, then sprinkle with toppings. Add remaining apples to top layer, drizzle remaining sauce, then sprinkle with toppings.

ENJOY!

Do your homework- what you should know about Shakeology…

August 16, 2016August 24, 2017 Ali SchroederLeave a comment

“I don’t really want to give Shakeology a shot- I’d rather eat whole foods.”

I. Hear. You.

…the longer I’m in this business, the more often I hear this phrase. Let me tell you that I understand you COMPLETELY. I was in this place, too…I wasn’t always a “supplement person”

I get you!

You should also know I drank Shakeology DAILY FOR ELEVEN MONTHS before I ever started a business — so let me preach about a product I LOVE (just like I’d tell you about that cute new restaurant downtown, my awesome experience at the genius bar AGAIN, or a worthwhile new movie…)

Here it goes. What is Shakeology?

Let’s start with what it’s not…

👉Shakeolgy is NOT a protein shake. Yes, there’s 15+ g of protein in it (depending on flavor), but if you’re looking for just a post workout protein drink, let me help you look elsewhere.

👉Shakeology is NOT diet trick/pill or a chemically appetite depressant.

It is…

👉a dense dose of nutrition, made up of quality superfoods

👉natural with zero additives or extra junk

….all that and it STILL tastes like chocolate. or strawberry. or cafe latte or greenberry. or vanilla. {disclaimer: When I used to bend up the entire produce section, it definitely did NOT taste like chocolate….😝}

Yes – there are protein drinks or meal replacement shakes out there that cost less than Shakeology. I’ve done my homework; I can tell you the whole “you get what you pay for” is certainly true in this case…especially when you break down how the ingredients complement each other to work for your body OR whether or not the ingredients have been isolated from their enzymes. They’re not all made the same….

AND get this.

There are VEGAN options, too… You know when you pick up an orange at the grocery store and can’t find a nutrition label because one orange might be slightly different than the one next to it? Same deal. The vegan formulas are SO RAW they’re considered unprocessed.

Since I know you’re still reading, you’re probably curious why YOU should check it out even if you’re not a supplement person.

🍎regular digestion (said it. meant it.)

🍇experience cravings switch from junk food to healthy choices

🍊increased energy levels

…and a few more bonuses my challengers were JUST talking about this weekend:

🍍clear skin (even when switching medication)

🍒thicker hair & nails

🍏increase in milk supply for nursing mamas

Ready to give it a shot? Good.

Let me tell you how you can get a discount when you bundle it with our Workout Streaming Service (Beachbody On Demand)

alischroeder.fit@gmail.com is the best ways to get in touch with me.

Let’s do this💪🏼

4 HEALTHY(ish) Super Bowl Appetizers!

February 3, 2016February 3, 2016 Ali SchroederLeave a comment

This Sunday is Super Bowl Sunday! Totally okay to veg out and go after the delicious array of food (I definitely plan on it!). That being said, there’s no reason you can’t add a healthy-ish option to the spread…right? Here are a few options:
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1) Spinach Artichoke Dip
recipe & photo credit: theyummylife.com
http://www.theyummylife.com/Spinach_Artichoke_Dip

2) Baked Bloomin’ Onion
recipe & photo credit: gimmesomoven.com
http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/baked-blooming-onion/

3) 7 Layer Dip
recipe & photo credit: beachbody.com
http://www.teambeachbody.com/teambeachbodyblog/nutrition/healthier-seven-layer-dip-2

4) Sweet Pepper Poppers
recipe & photo credit: sugarfreemom.com
http://www.sugarfreemom.com/recipes/low-carb-cheesy-sweet-pepper-poppers/

I realize a few of these still have a decent chunk of cheese in them, but at least the deep-frying is somewhat avoided!

{personally….#4 is my FAVORITE!}

Apple Cinnamon Coconut Oatmeal

January 8, 2016January 8, 2016 Ali SchroederLeave a comment

This might not be the HEALTHIEST of breakfasts, but it’s pretty tolerable considering how FANCY it is!

Add this to your weekend menu. ENJOY!

Makes two smaller servings or one large serving
{…I didn’t really measure and just sort of threw everything together on a whim while looking at a photo of something similar. Feel free to make it your own!}

Ingredients
coconut oil
1 apple
cinnamon
1 serving of oats (either milk or water- follow instructions on package)
coconut flakes
chia seed
pecans (or other nut)
brown sugar (if desired)

Directions
Slice apples into THIN pieces- set aside
Heat coconut oil in skillet, add sliced apples and sprinkle with cinnamon.

Cook one serving of oats as directed. As oats are cooking, flip apples until warm.
Lay apple mix on plate then scoop oatmeal on top. Sprinkle chia seeds, coconut flakes, pecans, and brown sugar (optional).

ENJOY!

Dark Chocolate Banana Bites

November 19, 2015November 19, 2015 Ali Schroeder1 Comment

A friend introduced me to these sweet treats and now it’s my turn to pass them along!

They’re a healthy snack… easy to pop on the go!
My husband loves a few of them just before he works out; I like to have one (or two!) after I feed the baby.
Plus, this sweat treat is KID APPROVED. No dairy or eggs, either 🙂

The ingredients are simple:
✔️bananas
✔️nut butter (I used almond butter)
✔️unsweetened applesauce
✔️vanilla
✔️cinnamon
✔️nutmeg
✔️ground clove
✔️old fashioned oats
✔️dark chocolate chips

First thing’s first- mash the bananas with a potato masher…

Add all ingredients except the chocolate chips & oats:

Mix with a hand mixer until batter is smooth.

Fold in your chocolate chips and oats:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, scoop a round tablespoon onto the sheet, and pop in the oven at 350 degrees:
25 minutes for extra gooey
30 minutes for soft & chewy

Remove and Enjoy!

Full Recipe: makes 18-24 bites
Ingredients
2 ripe bananas
1/2c nut butter
2/3c unsweetened applesauce
1tsp vanilla
1/2tsp cinnamon
dash of nutmeg
dash of ground cloves
1/4c dark chocolate chips
1 1/2c old fashioned oats

Directions
+preheat oven to 350
+line a baking sheet with parchment paper & set aside
+mash bananas in bowl
+add nut butter, applesauce, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, & cloves and mix with hand mixer until well blended
+fold in oats & chocolate chips
+spoon round tbsp of mixture onto cookie sheet, leaving an inch or two between (flatten slightly if you wish)

+Bake for 25 minutes & allow to cool slightly
>>> 25 minutes extra gooey
>>> 30 minutes soft & chewy