Beneficial Beverages

The fireworks aren't the only things heating up this July 4th! As soon as that summer air hits, my mind goes straight to one thing: a good old-fashioned cookout! There's nothing quite like gathering with friends and family, the smell of the grill filling the air, and a table full of delicious food. To help you celebrate in healthy and tasty style, I've rounded up some of my absolute favorite recipes perfect for your Independence Day BBQ! Let's dive in! Crowd-Pleasing Sides &

Anyone who knows me well or spends any time with me knows I LIVE for my iced protein coffee every morning. I am a Starbucks girl, but I would pick this protein coffee over ANY of their drinks. It’s high protein, not full of sugar, and it gives me just the bump of happiness and energy I need to power through my morning. I’ve been drinking it for years, and that being said (typed?), it has gone through MANY different versions. I’ve realized that the recipe I have shared on her

Alright, buckle up, because we're about to ditch the boring booze and dive headfirst into a world of delicious, alcohol-free concoctions...

Craving a dark rum vibe without the alcohol? Me too! That's why I created this Dark Rum Ginger Zing Non-Alcoholic Mocktail. It's a bold and refreshing blend that captures the warm, complex notes of dark rum with a fiery ginger kick and a zesty finish. This mocktail is sophisticated, satisfying, and perfect for any occasion – from weeknight unwinding to impressing friends. It delivers all the flavor without the buzz. Ready for a drink with a bit of a bite? Ingredients: 🔹 2oz

This drink is perfect for the upcoming warm weather! Sunshine in a glass. That's what you get with my vibrant and utterly delicious Sparkling Grapefruit Non-Alcoholic Mocktail. If you're looking for a drink that's both zesty and incredibly refreshing, with a touch of sophisticated bitterness, then you've come to the right place. Sometimes you crave a bright, invigorating beverage without the alcohol. Whether it's a brunch gathering, a sunny afternoon on the patio, or simply a

Escape the incoming heat with this vibrant Blackberry Non-Alcoholic Mojito, featuring a homemade light blackberry syrup for pure, fruity flavor. Skip the artificial stuff and dive into the natural sweetness of muddled blackberries, cool mint, and zesty lime. Why You'll Love This: Real Blackberry Flavor: No fake tastes here! Light & Refreshing: Perfect for any sunny day. Homemade Syrup Magic: Easy to make and elevates the drink. Booze-Free Fun: Delicious for everyone. Beautifu

Who doesn't love a good margarita? They were always my favorite alcoholic bevy (I'm on a long term [maybe forever!] break from the booze), but they never left me feeling very good the next day. I am, however, a former margarita devotee and I know all too well how even a drink or two can disrupt sleep and leave you dragging the next day. Low energy, foggy brained and just feeling less than awesome, anyone? I know I don't have time for that! Good news though! That doesn't mean

When we are trying to make some changes and eat healthier, adding in a high protein, nutrient dense smoothie can be a super easy,...

It's so common to start our day with a hit of caffeine! Sugary lattes and coffee with a bunch of creamer added is not doing our health or waistlines any favors! Typically, we get plenty of sugar & fat in our diets, but we struggle to get in enough protein. If you love your coffee or fancy coffee shop drinks, you gotta give this protein mocha a try! This recipe checks all of the boxes for delicious, high protein, and healthy! Try this Protein-Packed Mocha Bliss... Ingredient

So anybody that knows me knows I ❤️ going to get ☕️There is just something about going and treating myself that I really enjoy-it’s a form of self care for me. 💆🏻‍♀️ But on that note, it’s a very expensive form of self care 😂 if you go frequently and your drink is over $5! ⁣ I have become obsessed with @starbucks iced brown sugar oatmilk shaken espresso. It’s dairy free, a little sweet (I order it with less syrup), and the perfect pick me up! However, its pricey ($5.45 for

It’s getting warmer out so I like something cold and refreshing in the AM and this drink hits the spot-I look forward to it EVERY morning! It’s absolutely delicious, gets my day started out with a good kick of protein and gives me the energy to hit it hard all morning! 👊☕️ ⁣ ⁣ ⚡️Ingredients⚡️⁣ 🔹 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other non dairy milk)⁣ 🔹 1/4 cup cold water⁣ 🔹 2 ice cubes⁣ 🔹 1/2 cup coffee concentrate (I love the Simple truth organic toasted coco

If you know me you know I'm a coffee fan! I love it hot, iced, black, with a splash or cream, or even decaf! One of my favorite things in the world is my protein coffee! I've always LOVED this product for my hot and iced coffees, but I have been steering clear of dairy and artificial sweeteners lately and so it's forced me to change it up a bit. Enter my Cocoa Collagen Cold Brew. It's my NEW obsession! I love it and look forward to it every day! It's dairy free, creamy, de

A high protein, low sugar, and guilt free version of the popular Chick-Fil-a dessert Ingredients: 1/2 cup Low Cow Lite or Halo Top Vanilla Ice cream 2/3 scoop angel food UMP protein powder 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond cashew blend milk 1/8-1/4 tsp. peppermint extract 6-8 ice cubes 2 drops red food coloring (optional but festive!) 10g Lilly's Dark Chocolate Stevia Baking Chips 1/4 candy cane (crushed) 1 serving fat free reddi-whip Directions: Place first 6 ingredients in

Before my clean eating and heavy lifting days I used to be a Starbucks girl. Almost EVERY morning I’d stop on my way into school or work to get my VENTI latte. I hate cold weather but there was one good thing about the winter-Peppermint Mochas! You know what wasn’t so good? The fact that my pants kept getting tighter despite my hours of cardio and SKIM lattes. Hmm…and I thought I was doing everything right. Do you know that a SMALL Peppermint Mocha with skim milk has almo

This creamy pumpkin spice latte is every bit as satisfying as the sugar-laden “pumpkin” latte from your favorite coffee shop. Give it a try and let me know what you think! Pumpkin Spice Latte Prep time: 2 mins Total time: 2 mins Serves: 1 Not only does this latte have ACTUAL pumpkin in it, it's a delicious and guilt free Fall-In-A-Cup drink! I've been making this for a couple of years now and when I make it for others, they are in love! I hope you enjoy it! Ingredients 1

I am a coffee lover myself, but not everybody is. When it’s cold and grey outside, sometimes you just want a warm and comforting drink to sip on. My cinnamon vanilla steamer is a delicious, low carb, and healthy way to start your day or to unwind after a long one! There are lots of variations you can do to change up the recipe. Give it a try and let me know what you think! Cinnamon Vanilla Steamer Prep time: 1 min Cook time: 1 min Total time: 2 mins Serves: 1 This