Carrot Cupcakes Everyone seems to love Carrot Cake, what I also like about them is how wonderfully moist they are and how flavorful they taste. I love this Carrot Cupcake recipe because it's so easy to make. No mixer is required. The time consuming part is the grating of the fresh carrots. I have included applesauce in the cupcake batter which, along with the oil, makes these cupcakes so moist. But, if you like, you could use an equal amount of grated apple or even crushed pineapple. You can also add 1/2 cup (120 ml) of currants or raisins to the batter. Carrot Cakes became popular with the health food craze of the 1970s. There are many theories on the origin of this cake, some say it descended from the English's baked carrot puddings or European steamed carrot puddings. Others say it may have come from German carrot breads. Carrots were used in European sweet cakes since the Middle Ages when other sweeteners were hard to find or just too expensive. In fact, carr...
Beet Berry Apple Chia Smoothie If you find yourself skipping breakfast regularly because you’re in a rush to get on with your day or out the door, breakfast smoothies are the perfect way to kickstart your day with a nutrient-packed meal that’s easily to enjoy on your morning commute – whether that’s an hour-long drive or public transit ride or a few dozen steps from your kitchen to your home office. With so many versatile options to choose from, you can enjoy a different breakfast smoothie every day of the week. If you’re trying to lose a few excess pounds, replacing a less-than-healthy breakfast habit with weight-loss smoothies or meal-replacement smoothies can help you reach your goals. Lets cook with step-by-step pictures. Now lets see how to cook: Beet Berry Apple Chia Smoothie Prep time 5 mins Cook time 10mins Total time 15 mins A lovely clear red, can be taken during breakfast Author:...