Cocoa Almond Butter Smoothie

by Kristianne // 04.03.2014 // 9 Comments

It has been raining a lot this week in San Francisco, so I haven’t been able to run at all. The most recent post-workout drink I have been hooked on lately (minus the whipped cream…usually ;)) is the cocoa almond... Continue reading →

No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Walnut Cookies

by Kristianne // 06.15.2013 // 23 Comments

TGIF! This week went by like a crazy whirlwind at work. Every night I came home so exhausted, I didn’t even have energy to stand in my kitchen. This weekend we are going camping, but I haven’t even started packing... Continue reading →

Chia Seed Chocolate Pudding

by Kristianne // 05.21.2013 // 9 Comments

I apologize in advance for the terrible photos in this post. Yes, I took them with my phone. This is what happens when I leave the house without my DSLR, but NEED to share an amazing recipe with you guys... Continue reading →

Black Bean Brownies {Gluten-Free}

by Kristianne // 04.25.2013 // 66 Comments

OK…I have to admit, the thought of black bean brownies completely disgusted me when I first heard of them. Brownies made of black beans…. really?! That just does not sound appetizing. When I think of black beans, I think of... Continue reading →

No-Bake Cocoa Banana Energy Bites

by Kristianne // 03.11.2013 // 24 Comments

This weekend we took a little weekend getaway to Lake Tahoe, and after a weekend of skiing, fresh air, gorgeous scenery and the jacuzzi I feel so refreshed and ready for the week! I hope you had a nice weekend... Continue reading →

Hot Cocoa Pancakes

by Kristianne // 02.12.2013 // 28 Comments

I have a fun recipe for you today because it is only Tuesday and the weekend is still so far away *sigh*. These hot cocoa pancakes are surprisingly not as sickeningly sweet as they may sound. OK, yes, I have... Continue reading →

Comforting Hot Cocoa

by Kristianne // 01.17.2012 // 3 Comments

I admit it-I used to be an avid drinker of the hot chocolate packets…I loved trying all of the different kinds, from milk chocolate to dark chocolate to marshmallows and all of the other flavors. Since I learned about hydrogenated... Continue reading →