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How To Make Strawberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

July 19th, 2017February 5th, 2026

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These strawberry oatmeal breakfast bars are easy to make, family-friendly, and perfect for busy mornings. Made with oats and fresh strawberries.

Strawberry Oatmeal Bars

Every time I walk around the Farmer’s Market or the grocery store I see all these beautiful berries just screaming out to be taken home and turned into something delicious. Last week I made a Healthy Lemon Blueberry Bread, so I got my blueberry fix. This week the bright red strawberries were calling out to me, and since the kids are out of school, I am always looking for easy breakfast options.

And these Strawberry Oatmeal Bars are just that. Sweet, delicious, easy to make, and they make for the perfect breakfast, or you can have them as a on-the-go-snack, or feel free to warm up a piece and serve it with vanilla ice cream 🙂

Prep is easy for these Strawberry Oatmeal Bars, just dice up your beautiful strawberries and mix together the remaining ingredients and get to layering.

The ingredients you will need to make my strawberry oatmeal breakfast bars are:

Flour
Sugar
Fresh strawberries, I recommend Florida strawberries when they are in-season.
Rolled oats
Unsalted butter
Milled flax seeds
Cornstarch
Cinnamon
Salt
Brown sugar
Vanilla

Then you toss your strawberry oatmeal bars in the oven and be prepared for all the yummy scents to flood your kitchen.

Why You’ll Love These Strawberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

These strawberry oatmeal breakfast bars are one of those recipes you’ll find yourself making again and again. They’re easy to prep ahead of time, made with simple ingredients, and perfect for busy mornings when you need something quick but still wholesome. The combination of hearty oats and sweet, juicy strawberries creates a soft, chewy texture that feels comforting and satisfying. Whether you enjoy them as a grab-and-go breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a lunchbox treat, these bars are a family-friendly option that works for all ages. Plus, they’re easy to customize with your favorite add-ins, making them a versatile staple for your weekly meal routine.

Can you use frozen strawberries to make these oatmeal bars?

I definitely recommend using fresh strawberries. You can use frozen strawberries, but allow them to thaw first and discard any liquid.

Close-up of juicy strawberry with oatmeal bars on a baking sheet in the background

Can you use other berries instead of strawberries?

Absolutely! Feel free to experiment and use whatever fresh berries are in season.

Freshly baked strawberry oatmeal breakfast bars on a cooling rack

How do you store strawberry oatmeal bars?

One of the best things about these strawberry oatmeal breakfast bars is how well they store.

You can store your homemade oatmeal bars in the refrigerator for up to 5 days by layering the bars between waxed paper in an airtight container.

Oven-fresh strawberry oatmeal bars with crumbly oat topping

Can you freeze strawberry oatmeal bars?

Sure can! You can freeze Strawberry Oatmeal Bars for up to 3 months.

More Delicious Strawberry Recipes

If you have leftover strawberries, check out these strawberry smoothie recipes. Smoothies are a great way to start your day off healthy…and filling!

Or maybe you want to make a strawberry dessert…I got you covered there too! These Strawberry Milk popsicles are delicious and if you want a splurge, I strongly recommend trying my Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake.

Want to add more strawberries to your meal plan? Not just breakfast or dessert? This Salmon and Strawberry salad is a favorite.

Homemade strawberry oat bars cooling after baking with a glass of milk

Now, here is my Oatmeal Breakfast Bars with Strawberries Recipe, be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again.

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Strawberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

These strawberry oatmeal breakfast bars are easy to make, naturally sweetened, and perfect for busy mornings or snacks. Made with oats and fresh strawberries, they’re family-friendly and great for meal prep.

Prep Time15

Cook Time40

Total Time55

Course: Breakfast/Snack

Keyword: breakfast, easy recipe, oatmeal, strawberry

Servings:

Calories: 130kcal

Author: Tracy

Ingredients

2 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
3 cups fresh strawberries diced
1 1/2 cup rolled oats
1 stick of unsalted butter melted
2 tbs milled flax seeds
1 tbs cornstarch
1 tbs cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbs brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla

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Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Dice strawberries.
In a medium bowl combine flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and rolled oats.
In another bowl combine diced strawberries, cornstarch, brown sugar, and vanilla. Stir until strawberries are well coated.
Pour melted butter into the flour/oat mix, combine. Reserve 1/2 cup of this mixture, then press remaining mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 pan or deep cookie sheet.
Pour the coated strawberries over the oat meal mixture and spread evenly.
Sprinkle remaining reserved oatmeal mixture over strawberries
Bake at 375 for 40mins or until strawberries are cooked and the oats are golden
Let cool, cut and serve or wrap individually and freeze for an on the go snack!
Enjoy!

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I hope you enjoy these Breakfast Strawberry Oatmeal Bars as much as we do!

Strawberry oatmeal breakfast bars served with fresh strawberries

If you’re looking for a simple, make-ahead breakfast that the whole family will enjoy, these strawberry oatmeal breakfast bars are a must-try. They’re easy to make, packed with wholesome ingredients, and ideal for busy mornings or snack time throughout the week. Whether you’re baking for meal prep or just using up fresh strawberries, this recipe is a delicious way to keep breakfast stress-free and satisfying.

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Sun Kissed Moscow Mule

July 17th, 2017April 27th, 2020

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Sip on Citrus Perfection when you make this Sun Kissed Moscow Mule. Light, refreshing and absolutely amazing. Make the Sun Kissed Cocktail today, you’ll be happy you did. While I did receive products for review from TOUCH Vodka, all opinions and the recipe are my own.

Sun Kissed Moscow Mule

I love a good Moscow Mule. And what makes a good Moscow Mule is what you put in it. The Ginger Beer is important, but not nearly as important as the Vodka.

You all know that I love creating fun cocktails, and when TOUCH Vodka delivered several flavors of their small batch premium vodka to my door, the first drink I thought of was a Moscow Mule, but not just any Moscow Mule…I wanted it to be Sun Kissed. I wanted Citrus Summer Perfection in my Moscow Mule. TOUCH Vodka had me covered with their Valencia Orange Vodka and Florida Key Lime Vodka. Imagine a twist of orange, a hint of key lime over ice paired with ginger beer. Thirsty yet? Let me introduce you to the Sun Kissed Moscow Mule.

The Sun Kissed Moscow Mule is light, refreshing, and has the citrus flavors that you love. So, grab a glass and start mixing. You won’t be sorry.

Now, here is my Sun Kissed Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe, be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again. Because you can’t have just one Sun Kissed Moscow Mule….

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Sun Kissed Moscow Mule

If you like Moscow Mules, then you will love this Sun Kissed Moscow Mule Cocktail Recipe. Relax and enjoy this sun kissed citrus cocktail.

Prep Time2

Total Time2

Course: Cocktail

Keyword: alcohol, cocktails, moscow mule, vodka

Servings:

Author: Tracy

Ingredients

1 oz Valencia Orange TOUCH Vodka
1 oz Florida Key Lime TOUCH Vodka
4 - 5 oz. Ginger Beer
Ice

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Instructions

Add ice to your favorite cooper mug or glass
Fill glass with ice
Pour in one TOUCH Vodka at a time
Top glass with ginger beer
Stir gently
Garnish with lime and/orange slice
Enjoy!

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Cherry Habanero Burgers – The Juiciest & Most Flavorful Hamburger You’ll Ever Have

July 12th, 2017May 18th, 2021

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Get ready to bite into the Juiciest & Most Flavorful Hamburger You’ll Ever Have! Grab this Cherry Habanero Burgers recipe and enjoy them at your next cookout! While this post is sponsored by CK Mondavi & Family, all opinions and the recipe are my own.

Cherry Habanero Burgers

The Juiciest & Most Flavorful Hamburger You’ll Ever Have

Who doesn’t love a juicy, tender burger? The kind that you bite into and makes you say “Mmmmmmmmm…” A good hamburger is an art form, you gotta cook em just right, load them up with your favorite toppings, and put it on a good bun. Results = heaven!

Burgers are one of my son’s absolute favorite meals. He would have one for dinner everyday if we let him. He definitely has his opinions on how to cook them and which restaurants have the best ones. He likes fried egg, crispy onions, jalapeno peppers, pepper jack cheese or American cheese. He may not be creative or adventurous with anything else he eats, but when it comes to burgers, he is willing to try just about anything!

Then last summer, we were at my brother’s house for a cookout. My brother made burgers and my son said it was the BEST BURGER he has ever had. I immediately asked my brother what he did, and he said he just put a jar of Cherry Pepper Jelly in with the meat. That’s it?! Okay, I can do that. So, I would buy pepper jellies at farmer’s markets while we were out and about and add them to meat when we make burgers.

Then, CK Mondavi and Family asked me to create a burger recipe. And there was no question that I had to make my son’s favorite. The only problem was that I had NEVER made the pepper jelly myself. In fact, I had never made any kind of jam or jelly myself. But, I did it. It took me two tries, but I made a Cherry Habanero Jelly that is lip-smackingly delish! And the first thing I made with it was burgers.

And they are the juiciest and most flavorful burger you will ever have. My official taste-tester was my son, of course. I asked him what he thought and he replied “I could eat 50 of these!”. So, I guess that means they were good 😉

The first step in making these Cherry Habanero Burgers is making the jelly, get the full recipe for my Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly.

Now that your jelly is made, making the burgers is next part. And here’s how to make my Cherry Habareno Hamburgers. Be sure Print It and Pin It so that you can make them again and again.

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Cherry Habanero Burgers - The Juiciest & Most Flavorful Hamburger You'll Ever Have

These Cherry Habanero Burgers are The Juiciest & Most Flavorful Hamburgers You'll Ever Have! See how to make them at home and enjoy at your next cookout!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Burgers

Cuisine: American, BBQ

Keyword: bbq, burger, easy recipes

Servings: burgers

Author: Tracy

Equipment

Grill

Ingredients

Burger

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
8 oz jar of Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly
Buns and desired hamburger toppings

Jelly

7-8 8 oz jelly jars with lids
3 1/4 cups finely chopped/diced cherries - approx. 2.5 lbs
1/4 cup finely chopped/diced habanero peppers - approx 5 peppers - remove seeds to reduce "heat"
1/4 cup Merlot
4 3/4 cups sugar
1 box SURE-JELL

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Jelly Instructions

Sterilize your jars and lids in a stock pot by adding jars and filling with water and bringing water to a boil and simmer in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
While you are preparing your jars and lids, put the prepared cherries, peppers, and Merlot into a large pot.
Stir in the package of SURE-JELL into the fruit mixture.
Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop when stirred, but be sure it doesn't boil over), stirring constantly.
Pour in the sugar into the fruit mixture.
Return to a full rolling boil, boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.Remove from heat and skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
Remove jars and lids from the boiling water and set on wooden board or towels to dry.
When fruit mixture is ready, ladle them into the warm/hot jars (be careful not to burn your hands, then liquid and jars are going to be hot!).
Fill each jar within a 1/4 inch from the top.
Wipe jar rims and threads of any spills.
Put the lids on the jars once they are filled.
Place the filled jars back into the stock pot that you used to sterilize the jars, standing upright. The water will still be hot, be careful.
Fill the pot with additional water if necessary, water must be 1-2 inches ABOVE the top of the jars.
Bring water to a gentle boil. Cover and "process" for 10 minutes.
Remove the jars from the pot (I used tongs, be careful, they will be HOT), and place them on a wooden board or towel so that they can cool.You will hear the lids start to "pop", that means they are sealed.
Once they are cool, be sure to press all the lids to make sure they sealed correctly, they should not pop back up once pressed.
Let prepared jars stand at room temperature until set (up to 24 hours, but mine started to set within a couple hours).
Store unopened jams and jellies in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.Refrigerate opened jams and jellies for up to three weeks after opened.

Burger Instructions

Add the Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly to the lean ground beef
Using your hands, mix the jelly in well, but don't over mix
Form your burgers
Grill to your desired done-ness
Top with your favorite toppings
Enjoy!

Notes

I recommend pepper jack cheese. I used my own homemade Merlot Cherry Habareno Jelly as you can tell from the recipe, you can use a store bought one if preferred. Get the recipe for the Merlot Cherry Habareno Jelly here.

I hope you enjoy these Cherry Habareno Burgers as much as we do!

I do recommend pairing these juicy, flavorful, AH-MAZING burgers with CK Mondavi and Family wines, I used the Merlot in the Cherry Habareno Jelly, so that makes for a perfect pairing, but I would also drink the Cab or Sauvignon Blanc with them.

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Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly – Step-by-Step Recipe

July 10th, 2017September 11th, 2020

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This homemade Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly has a bit of sweet and a bit of heat making it absolutely delicious! Enjoy this Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly recipe sooner than later.

Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly

Have you ever made your own jam or jelly? I will admit that this was my first time and I was a bit intimidated. Between prepping the fruit, adding in some heat with the habaneros and getting the jars ready, I was nervous! I researched and researched different ways to make jelly for over a month, then I decided that the time for prepping was over. I needed to just jump in and create my jelly! Worst case scenario, it doesn’t set right or it tastes horrible and I just try again right?

Well, my first batch of Cherry Merlot Habanero went down my drain because it didn’t set. I just about cried. But, I wasn’t going to accept defeat that quickly, so I tried again. Everything I read said that it can take up to 24 hours for your jelly to set, but in my second batch I noticed it getting thicker within just a few hours.

When you think jam or jelly, you may think of the traditional fruit variety. But spreading jam on my toast has never really my thing. I like my jelly with a bit a spice and over cream cheese or on a cracker. My uncle has made our family cherry jalapeño jelly for years for the holidays, and we have always loved it. And since we are traveling up to Traverse City Michigan, the Cherry Capitol, here soon, I figured it was only appropriate that my first attempt at making jelly be cherry. My son has habaneros growing in a little garden in the backyard, so that of course was my pepper of choice. Speaking of my son, his favorite way to enjoy jelly is in a burger, you can read about that here. 😉 **Be careful when handling peppers, use gloves or be prepared for hot fingers** If you are looking for another idea to use up habaneros and hot peppers from your garden, you can pickle them. Read more about how to pickle hot peppers.

If you know me, you know that one of my favorite things is wine, so I decided to combine some of my favorite things when making this jelly. The fresh cherries and Merlot make this Merlot Habanero Jelly a beautiful, rich color. I just love it!

It turns out that the complicated part in making jam or jelly isn’t actually getting the ingredients together or prepping them. In fact, I only used five ingredients: cherries, habaneros, wine, sugar, and one box of SURE-JELL. Where it started to get confusing for me, was once it was ready to be put into jars. All you need to make things like these are probably available on a Food Lion Weekly Ad. Your jars have to be prepped, and you also have to process them once it’s done. However since this is my first attempt at even considering making jelly or Jam, I had no idea what it meant to prep the jars or process it after you put the jelly into the jars.

Here are the important tips about making homemade jelly:

You must sterilize the jars before using them. I found several theories on the best way to do this, either use a canner, or put the jars in water and simmer them boiling water for at least 10 minutes. Then you can shut the heat off and let them sit while you are prepping your jam. You want them warm/hot when you pour in the HOT jam, and you also want them dry. I used a paper towel to hold the outside of the jar so I didn’t burn my fingers, when the jam was almost ready I removed the jars and set them on a wooden cutting board to dry.

You put the lids on the jars when the jelly is still hot. Most of your lids will be two pieces, wipe the rims of the jar with a damp piece of paper towel, to make sure all the food is off, place on the one piece then twist on the cap. Make sure it’s on tightly.

Now, if you’re like me, you don’t have a canner, so you have to do a water bath if you plan on keeping the jelly for more then a few days. This is the “processing” part. To make a water bath, you have to completely submerge your jelly in boiling water in a large pot. You want at least one to two inches of water over the TOPS of your jars. Once you have a gentle boil going, cover the pot and keep it gently boiling for 10 minutes. Once the 10 minutes is complete, take off the lid and shut off the heat and let them sit for five minutes. Once the five minutes is complete common remove the jars from the water and place them on a wooden cutting board or a cloth, remember they are HOT. I used tongs to remove mine.

You will know that the “processing” worked when the tops of the jars pop down, you shouldn’t be able to push on them to pop back up. Mine started doing it almost immediately. You will hear them “pop”. But it may take up to 24 hours.

As I mentioned above, everything I read that your jam may take up 24 hours to set, my first batch didn’t set after about 18 hours and I dumped it down the drain 🙁 But, my second batch was starting to thicken after just a few short hours.

The trick with jams and jellies is that you HAVE to follow the directions exactly, don’t try to lessen the sugar or anything either…this will most likely result in failure. I love to improvise too, but don’t do it!

Store your jelly and a cool dry place and enjoy!

One last thing to address, what is the difference between a jam and a jelly?! Well, from my experience a jam has big chunks of fruit and jellies do not. I did NOT take any fruit pieces out of my jelly, but since the cherries and peppers were diced up so small, I really don’t consider this a “jam”. I may be wrong, so feel free to call this Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly or Merlot Cherry Habanero Jam, either way…it’s delicious.

Now, here is my Cherry Merlot Habanero Jelly recipe, I did use fresh cherries and pitted each one (well, with the help of the kids) but my uncle told me he has used frozen pre-pitted cherries and it works fine.

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Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly

Making your own jams and jellies is not only delicious, but rewarding! I created this Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly and love it, I hope you will too!

Prep Time30

Cook Time5

Setting Time3

Total Time3 35

Course: Appetizer, Appetizer | Condiment, Jelly

Keyword: cherries, jam, jelly, peppers, spicy

Servings: 8 oz jars

Calories: 504kcal

Author: Tracy

Equipment

Stove

Ingredients

7-8 8 oz jelly jars with lids
3 1/4 cups finely chopped/diced cherries - approx. 2.5 lbs
1/4 cup finely chopped/diced habanero peppers - approx 5 peppers - remove seeds to reduce "heat"
1/4 cup Merlot I used CK Mondavi & Family
4 3/4 cups sugar
1 box SURE-JELL

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Instructions

Sterilize your jars and lids in a stock pot by adding jars and filling with water and bringing water to a boil and simmer in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
While you are preparing your jars and lids, put the prepared cherries, peppers, and Merlot into a large pot.
Stir in the package of SURE-JELL into the fruit mixture.
Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop when stirred, but be sure it doesn't boil over), stirring constantly.
Pour in the sugar into the fruit mixture.
Return to a full rolling boil, boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat and skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
Remove jars and lids from the boiling water and set on wooden board or towels to dry.
When fruit mixture is ready, ladle them into the warm/hot jars (be careful not to burn your hands, then liquid and jars are going to be hot!).
Fill each jar within a 1/4 inch from the top.
Wipe jar rims and threads of any spills.
Put the lids on the jars once they are filled.
Place the filled jars back into the stock pot that you used to sterilize the jars, standing upright. The water will still be hot, be careful.
Fill the pot with additional water if necessary, water must be 1-2 inches ABOVE the top of the jars.
Bring water to a gentle boil. Cover and "process" for 10 minutes.
Remove the jars from the pot (I used tongs, be careful, they will be HOT), and place them on a wooden board or towel so that they can cool.
You will hear the lids start to "pop", that means they are sealed. Once they are cool, be sure to press all the lids to make sure they sealed correctly, they should not pop back up once pressed.
Let prepared jars stand at room temperature until set (up to 24 hours, but mine started to set within a couple hours).
Store unopened jams and jellies in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.
Refrigerate opened jams and jellies for up to three weeks after opened.
Enjoy!

Notes

Be careful when handling peppers, use gloves or be prepared for HOT fingers. Remove the seeds for less "heat."

Nutrition

I hope you enjoy this Merlot Cherry Habanero Jelly as much as my family does!

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Amazing Cilantro Lime Salmon

July 3rd, 2017January 20th, 2021

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This Cilantro Lime Salmon recipe is full of flavor and is an easy dinner recipe that ready about 30 minutes. Enjoy this zesty Cilantro Lime Salmon for dinner today! While this post is sponsored, all opinions and my love for Anderson Seafoods are my own.

Amazing Cilantro Lime Salmon

I have an easy dinner idea for you all today, plus it’s absolutely delicious. This easy salmon recipe is ready in about 30 minutes and has one of my favorite flavor combinations…lime and cilantro. Both fresh, of course. This salmon recipe with fresh lime and cilantro makes dinner easy. In fact, you may have all the ingredients for this tasty Salmon recipe on hand right now. Sounds like I solved the question of “What’s for dinner tonight?”

Salmon is one of my favorite fish to cook. It’s not only good for us, but it’s really rather versatile. In fact, salmon is actually one of the most nutritious fish to add to your diet. Salmon is filled with omega-3s, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron, zinc, niacin, and more. Just make sure you are buying it from someplace you trust, that’s why I always get my seafood, especially salmon, from Anderson Seafoods. The quality is what you would find in five-star restaurants…maybe even better!

One of my all time favorite salmon recipes, Maple Glazed Salmon, is sweet, but salmon can also be savory. And this Cilantro Lime Salmon Recipe is now one of our favorite easy salmon recipes, it’s light, zesty and only requires a few ingredients. I mean, can you really go wrong with anything with cilantro and lime? It’s really a match made in cooking heaven. Paired with a beautiful fillet of salmon and some rice and you have yourself an amazing dinner that’s ready in 30 minutes.

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Cilantro Lime Salmon

Cilantro and Lime is a zesty combination, add it to salmon fillets and you have an amazing Cilantro Lime Salmon meal. Ready in 30 minutes!

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Dinner

Keyword: cilantro, lime, salmon, seafood

Servings:

Calories: 335kcal

Author: Tracy

Equipment

Stove

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets
Fresh ground pepper and salt for seasoning salmon
1 tsp coconut oil another cooking oil or butter will do as well
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tbsp butter
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp fresh lime juice approx. juice from 1 lime
1 tsp lime zest
1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Heat oil in a medium pan
Season both sides of the salmon with salt and pepper
Add the salmon pan, skin side up, cook until golden brown - approx. 6 - 8 minutes
Flip the salmon and cook another 2 - 4 minutes
Remove the salmon from the pan, set on a plate and set aside
Add the butter and garlic to the same pan - when butter is melted and looks foamy, stir in the broth, lime juice, lime zest and honey
Bring the mixture a simmer then stir in half of the chopped cilantro
Reduce heat, add the salmon back to the pan
Simmer until sauce has reduced in half and salmon is cooked throughout - approx. 3 - 4 minutes
Garnish with fresh cilantro and a slice of lime
Serve with rice - we used cilantro lime rice, white rice would also be fantastic
Enjoy!

Notes

You may have to adjust cooking times depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets - mine were thicker.

Nutrition

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10 Things Every Baseball Mom Needs

June 29th, 2017December 3rd, 2024

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Are you a sports mom? There are essentials that all baseball moms need, check out these 10 Things Every Baseball Mom Needs. This post is sponsored by BODYARMOR as part of the Mom It Forward Influencer Network. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

10 Things Every Baseball Mom Needs

My son signed up for baseball for the first time a few years ago. He was a little late to the game, as many kids here in Tampa start playing baseball before they can walk. He decided to make the switch from soccer to baseball, my heart was broken at first, as I loved watching him play soccer, we are now officially a proud baseball family! As a baseball mom, there are several things I always have with me when we head to the baseball field, so if you have a child in sports too, be sure to have these baseball essentials with you every time you head out to your baseball game.

10 Things Every Baseball Mom Needs

Drinks – And lots of them. It is not only hot for your baseball player who is wearing a helmet for several hours, but it’s out for you and your family and friends that are watching the game. It’s very important, for everyone, to stay hydrated. My son always brings a half gallon water jug and I bring extra water and BODYARMOR with me. Stay away from the sugary drinks, for your sports star and you!
Sunscreen – Be sure to have sunscreen spray, lotion, and a face stick. I find that if I find it in a bag I am less likely to forget it 😉 Protect yourself and your loved ones from the damaging rays of the sun. And make sure you reapply sunscreen frequently, baseball games can last several hours.
Healthy Snacks – Your baseball player may want a snack before the baseball game or after. And you may want a healthy snack during the game. We love cuties, grapes, and cut up strawberries. If I have a little extra time I make homemade fruit roll-ups, they are way better for you than store-bought sweets.
Something To Sit On – Chairs if your field doesn’t have bleachers, bleacher chairs, or a blanket/towel. Those metal bleachers are hard! Once baseball season starts we keep at least 2 or 3 camping chairs in the back of the truck so they are always there.
Equipment – A good baseball bag complete with everything your baseball player needs: bat(s), mitt(s), balls, batting gloves and a helmet. Before we leave the house my son has his cup on. My son has two baseball bats, his mitt, his helmet and his batting gloves in his bag, having them all together helps us to remember everything. Don’t forget baseball shoes and a pair of slides. Kids wear the baseball slides up to the field and put on their baseball cleats once they get to the baseball dugout.
Band-aids – First Aid kit is good too, but band-aids at the minimum. You never know when your child will need one or someone else’s. There always seems to be a cleat accident or a batting blister that pops.
Something For Siblings – My daughter gets bored about 30 minutes into my son’s baseball game, so I make sure she brings a book or something with her to keep her entertained for the next 2 – 3 hours.
Bug Spray – If you go to a night game and forget the bug spray, you’ll be sorry! I swear the mosquitoes here in Florida can carry you away.
Sunglasses/Hat – To help block the sun and protect your eyes. In fact, it’s not a bad idea to have both!
Camera/Phone – You have to be ready to capture those killer catches and hits! And if you are at a baseball tournament and have time to kill in between games, your phone can keep you entertained for a few 😉

Planning ahead with these simple items will keep you feeling your best and ready to cheer your slugger on!

I told you all that my son broke his arm at high school baseball tryouts, besides being one of the hardest things I have had to go through as a parent (surgery on your kid is heart-breaking!) it has also started us back over in preparing for baseball. After months of physical therapy and one-on-one baseball training, my son is back in baseball and these baseball essentials are back in my to-go baseball bag. He has been preparing for the day he can walk back out on the field and we are so proud of him! I even have a couple Baseball Mom shirts this season. Baseball mom shirts are so fun and there are so many to choose from! I scored one on Amazon and another from a baseball mom at one of his games. I love supporting local businesses when I can.

Since we have about three games a week and a practice or two, I like grabbing BODYARMOR at Sam’s Club. They have a big 15-pack that let’s me stay stocked up. Are you familiar with BODYARMOR? It’s a premium sports drink with potassium-packed electrolytes, coconut water and vitamins – and has no artificial flavors or sweeteners. It provides superior hydration, so it’s a must for this baseball mom! BODYARMOR comes in 9-great tasting flavors: fruit punch, orange mango, strawberry banana, tropical punch, blackout berry, mixed berry, grape, watermelon strawberry and lemonade. So, there is a flavor that everyone is bound to love, my favorite is fruit punch but my daughter really likes lemonade and my son also likes the fruit punch.

BODYARMOR is a better alternative to traditional sports drinks, because it contains no artificial flavors or sweeteners and has potassium packed electrolytes, vitamins and coconut water. Coconut water is low in calories, sodium, and has high amounts of potassium. Potassium is good for us and our sports players because it helps regulate the body’s fluid balance and muscle contractions. Potassium is actually one of the most important minerals in our body.

Spending hours at the ballpark can be exhausting, so it’s crucial to stay hydrated and fueled.

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5 Things You Need For A Successful Summer Party – One You Probably Forget About!

June 28th, 2017July 3rd, 2019

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5 Things You Need For A Successful Summer Party

One You Probably Forget About!

Summer is here and one of the ways is celebrate the warmer weather is with friends! I know we love cooking out and spending time with friends and family. So, I wanted to share a few things that you MUST HAVE for a successful summer party. And, I am guessing that there is one item on my must-have list that you forget about. Because I know I used to…

Food – This is the most obvious one. Be sure to have snacks and a main meal if you are anywhere close to a meal time. Don’t stress about making all the food, ask friends and family to bring a dish!

Drinks – Make sure to have a variety. Water, non-alcoholic, and a few adult beverages is always nice, but again, be sure to tell friends and family to contribute.

Ways For Kids To Cool Down – The pool is the easiest option here, but if you don’t have one, water balloons, sprinkles, squirt guns etc. are excellent options. If the weather is HOT, to keep kids happy they have to have a way to cool down.

Paper Plates, Plastic Cups and Napkins – This way you aren’t doing dishes for days after the party

Toilet Paper – Yep, take a minute and go look in all your bathrooms and make sure you are stocked up. There is nothing worse than telling your guests that they can’t use the restroom because you ran out of toilet paper.

Toilet paper was the one thing that I figured many of you may forget about, and it’s the one thing that I don’t have to think nearly as much about anymore thanks to Cottonelle Mega Rolls. When the kids and I were at Walmart the other day we noticed the MEGA ROLLS, that means each roll is equal to FOUR regular rolls. That’s less changing the roll, that’s less running out of toilet paper. That means you have a successful Summer party in your hands 🙂

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Summer Citrus Wine Cocktail

June 26th, 2017March 1st, 2021

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Sip Summer when you make this Summer Citrus Wine Cocktail. This Citrus Wine Cocktail is the perfect way to relax and cool down this summer.

Summer Citrus Wine Cocktail

Summer is all about the warm weather, sunshine, and finding fun ways to cool down. I’m sure you guys have noticed that lately I have been enjoying cooling down with a refreshing wine cocktail. Now, don’t get me wrong, I still love a good glass of wine all by itself, but adding a handful of ice and some mixings is fun too. Especially in this hot summer heat.

In this wine cocktail recipe, I used Cabernet Sauvignon, which may surprise some of you since Cab is typically a dry and rich wine. But that’s exactly why it was perfect for mixing in a dash of summer! I have friends that won’t drink red wine in the summer, just because it’s not “cool and refreshing”, so red wine lovers – here is your solution! Don’t stop drinking the wines you love because the weather has warmed up, just mix ’em up a bit! This Summer Citrus Wine Cocktail is summer in a glass, feel free to double or triple the recipe when you have friends coming to visit. This Summer Citrus Wine Cocktail is not super sweet, but you get the refreshing taste of citrus from the OJ.

Now, here is my Summer Citrus Wine Cocktail Recipe, be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again….all summer long!

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5 from 2 votes

Summer Citrus Wine Cocktail

Celebrate Summer with this Summer Citrus Wine Cocktail. Your favorite wine and a taste of citrus make this a refreshing Summer Wine Cocktail!

Prep Time2

Total Time2

Course: Cocktail

Keyword: alcohol, cocktails, red wine, vodka, wine, wine cocktail

Servings:

Author: Tracy

Ingredients

Ice
1 teaspoon light agave
4 oz Cabernet Sauvignon I used CK Mondavi and Family
2 oz Orange Juice
1 oz Vodka

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Instructions

Fill glass with ice
Pour in the Cabernet Sauvignon
Add the agave and vodka, stir
Top with Orange Juice
Stir to mix
Enjoy!

I hope you enjoy this Summer Citrus Wine Cocktail as much as my friends and I do!

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Simple Sippin’ Vodka Sangria Spritzer

June 14th, 2017March 20th, 2022

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This Simple Sippin’ Vodka Sangria Spritzer is refreshingly delicious and easy to make. Enjoy this Wine Cocktail with friends! Or by yourself…I won’t judge.

Simple Sippin’ Vodka Sangria Spritzer

I love a good glass of wine. It requires little thought, you simply open the bottle, pour, and you have a little slice of heaven in a glass. But just recently, I have discovered mixin’ my wine. WHAT?! Either you are thinking: “Where the heck has she been, I have been doing that for years” or “How dare she mess with a good wine!”. I will admit, I was the latter of those two, so if you are too – I recommend just giving it a try.

I have a “bubbly” water every single day, I don’t drink juice or sodas anymore, so that’s my version of a carbonated, “sweet” drink. The other night, I opened my La Croix at about 6:00 p.m., after a few sips I decided that what I really wanted was a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. So, I combined the two! I added in some fresh berries and a splash of vodka, and my result was a Simple Sippin’ Vodka Sangria Spritzer. Bubbly Summer in a glass.

The weather is warming up and sometimes you just need a nice and easy summer cocktail that cools ya down and tastes refreshing, and that’s exactly what this simple sippin’ sangria spritzer is.

Now that you have that bottle of wine open, you may want to experiment with a few other wine cocktails. Wine cocktails are fun and so easy to make! Here are two other wine cocktails made with Cabernet Sauvignon for you to try: Call Me A Cab Vodka Cocktail and Strawberry Sangria.

If you like the idea of a cocktail made with sparkling water (these are low-cal too!), then be sure to try these: Cucumber Mint Vodka Cocktail and Cherry Vodka Spritzer.

Now, here is my Simple Sippin’ Vodka Sangria Spritzer Recipe. Be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again. You’ll definitely want to 😉

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4.80 from 5 votes

Simple Sippin' Vodka Sangria Spritzer

Take your favorite sparkling water and add it to a Cabernet Sauvignon, what?! The results are this sweet and crisp Simple Sippin' Vodka Sangria Spritzer.

Prep Time2

Total Time2

Course: Cocktail

Keyword: red wine, sangria, spritzer, vodka, wine, wine cocktail

Servings:

Calories: 136kcal

Author: Tracy

Ingredients

3 oz Cabernet Sauvignon I used CK Mondavi and Family
3 oz your favorite sparkling water I used the Orange flavor
1 oz vodka
Handful of fresh raspberries - blackberries strawberries, or blueberries would be lovely too!
Ice

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Instructions

Place the ice into your favorite glass
Pour in the vodka
Pour in the Cabernet Sauvignon
Pour in your sparkling water
Stir gently
Top with fresh berries
Enjoy!

Nutrition

I hope you enjoy this Simple Sippin’ Vodka Sangria Spritzer on a beautiful sunny day, with your toes in the sand, a book in your lap, and with cool breeze blowing…or just any day!

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Healthy Lemon Blueberry Bread – Less Sugar But All The Flavor

June 12th, 2017April 26th, 2023

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This Healthy Lemon Blueberry Bread has Less Sugar But All The Flavor! Enjoy this scrumptious Blueberry Lemon Bread. A healthier lifestyle doesn’t have to be bland! While this post is sponsored by Walmart, all opinions and the yummy Lemon Blueberry Loaf recipe are my own.

Healthy Lemon Blueberry Bread

Less Sugar But All The Flavor

Have you ever made blueberry bread? I will admit, I haven’t until just recently. Father’s Day is quickly approaching and one of the things that the kids and I like to do for my husband is make him a special breakfast. My husband really likes blueberry lemon bread when we buy it at the store, and since I have never made it before, it would definitely be a special breakfast!

You all know that I am all about looking for healthier options when it comes to cooking, so when I was developing this Lemon Blueberry Loaf recipe, that was a big factor. I also added in lemon for an extra punch of deliciousness.

In this Healthy Blueberry Lemon Bread recipe I used greek yogurt, applesauce, and half the oil and sugar that other recipes call for. And did you know that blueberries are considered the kings of antioxidants? Blueberries contain anthocyanins, flavonoids that protect blood vessels from oxidative damage. Studies have shown that just a handful of blueberries a day can improve your memory. So, not only are they a tasty addition to your Lemon Blueberry Loaf, but they are also good for you.

Now, here is my recipe for Lemon Blueberry Bread, the healthier version, be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it for this Father’s Day and beyond.

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4.88 from 8 votes

Healthy Lemon Blueberry Bread

Serve up something amazing when you make this Healthy Lemon Blueberry Loaf. Less sugar, but all the flavor make this Lemon Blueberry Bread a favorite!

Prep Time20

Cook Time1

Total Time1 20

Course: Breakfast, Breakfast or Dessert, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: blueberry, bread, healthy, lemon, loaf

Calories: 2519kcal

Author: Tracy

Equipment

Oven

Ingredients

Lemon Blueberry Bread Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour + 1 tablespoon divided
2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup canola oil vegetable or coconut would be fine as well
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup vanilla greek yogurt
Zest of half lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries

Lemon Glaze Ingredients

1/2 cup confectioners sugar
2 tablespoon lemon juice

US Customary – Metric

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Spray loaf pan and set aside.
In a medium bowl add the blueberries and 1 tablespoon of flour, stir gently and set aside.
In a large bowl combine the flour, baking powder and salt – mix well.
In a separate medium bowl all the oil, applesauce, greek yogurt, vanilla, eggs, sugar, lemon juice and lemon zest – mix well.
Slowly pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Combine until smooth, do not over mix, otherwise your bread will come out tough.
Gently fold the blueberries into the bread batter.
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 1 hour.
Remove from oven and allow bread to cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan.
Allow bread to cool completely on wire rack.
Once bread is cool, make the lemon glaze if desired.

Lemon Glaze Instructions

Stir the confectioners sugar and lemon juice together. If glaze is too think, add in a little more lemon juice. You want it thin enough to drizzle, but thick enough to stay on the bread. Glaze will harden up a bit after approx. 15 minutes.

Notes

I only used half of the glaze on mine

Nutrition

I hope you enjoy this Recipe For Lemon Blueberry Bread as much as our family does!

Leading a healthier lifestyle is very important to my family and I, that’s why I love creating recipes that are delicious and better for us. You can have all the flavor without all the fat! But watching what you eat isn’t all you need to do in order to live healthier. You need to work out, get a good night’s sleep, and check-in with your doctor on a regular basis so that you know everything is in working order.

So, this Father’s Day weekend, don’t give dad a tie, make him this amazing Healthy Blueberry Lemon Loaf.

So, this Father’s Day, help dad stay on his journey to a healthy life by making him this Healthy Lemon Blueberry Loaf.

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