21 Day Fix Vanilla Cake with Chocolate Frosting

I made this for a special treat for Valentine's Day for our family!  I didn't know what to expect, but I had heard it was really good!  I started making it and wondered if it was going to turn out ok.  My hubby even turned his nose up to this as I was making it and thought he'd have to go out and get a different dessert for the kids!  However...it did NOT disappoint once we dug into it!!

I will warn you, this is not your typical cake batter that you would expect.  I did have concerns that it would cook up properly as I was going through, so just know there is going to be some separation when you're mixing the honey, butter and eggs...this was normal (at least in my preparation)...however it did turn out just fine!!

I did have to add a considerable amount of time for cooking.  It called for 25-30 minutes and I probably cooked it for closer to 40-45 minutes.  It was still very moist and absolutely delicious!

Vanilla Cake with Chocolate Frosting (Taken from the Fixate Cookbook)
Serves: 12 (one slice each) Prep Time: 20 min.  Cooking Time: 30 Min

• 1 cup       almond flour
• 1/2 cup   coconut flour
• 2 tsp       baking powder
• 1/4 tsp    sea salt
• 3/4 cup   unsalted organic grass-fed butter (divided use)
• 1 cup      raw honey (or maple syrup) divided use
• 4             large eggs
• 1/4 cup + 3 tbsp.  unsweetened almond milk, divided use
• 1 tsp       pure vanilla extract
• 2/3 cup   organic unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted

Directions 

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
2. Coat a 9 inch round baking pan with spray.  Set aside.
3. Combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl; mix well.  Set aside.
4. Cream together 1/2 cup butter and 3/4 cup honey in a medium mixing bowl; beat on medium speed for 1 minute.
5. Add eggs one at a time; beat until blended.
6. Add 1/4 cup almond milk and extract; beat until blended.
7. Add almond flour mixture to butter mixture; beat until creamy.  
8. Pour batter into prepared pan.
9. Bake 25 to 30 minutes (mine took closer to 40-45 minutes)
10. Whip remaining 1/4 cup butter in a medium bowl; beat on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes, or until creamy.
11. Add remaining 3 tbsp almond milk to butter; beat until well blended.
12. Add cocoa powder; beat until well blended, scraping bowl occasionally.
13. Slowly add remaining 1/4 cup honey while beating on medium speed.  Set aside.
14. Once cake is cool, evenly spread frosting; cut into 12 slices.

Container equivalents per serving:

2 yellow

1 blue

1 tsp

Nutritional information:

308 calories

Total Fat: 19 g

Saturated Fat: 9 g

Cholesterol: 92 mg

Sodium: 188 mg

Carbohydrates: 30 g

Fiber: 4 g

Sugars: 22 g

Protein: 6 g

Love Yourself - Take Care of Your Health- 30 Day Support and Accountability Group

In February, we tend to focus on "LOVE" as a theme throughout the month!  And...that's what we're going to do here too!  It's the perfect time to remind ourselves that loving yourself means taking care of your HEALTH.  

As women and moms, we often tend to "put ourselves last".  We think that everyone else is more important than our own needs.  And while that is sometimes just the way we are made, it doesn't make it right!  

LADIES LISTEN UP... 

YOU ARE IMPORTANT 

IT'S TIME TO TAKE CARE OF YOU!!

Did you hear me?  Yes...I'm talking to YOU my friend!  Here's the truth.  If YOU neglect your health, then guess what?  You're not going to be able to care for anyone else!  So, now is the time...

Are you a...

• New mom trying to learn how to take care of yourself while caring for an infant.
• Seasoned mom who has never lost the "baby weight" and need a refresh!
• Teacher who gives and gives to her family and students and doesn't know how to balance time to herself!
• Stay at home mom who thinks she should only be taking care of the household and kids...not herself.
• Working professional who isn't sure how to balance work, events, family and getting healthy!

Whatever your situation may be...I'm talking to YOU!!  I know you have dreams and goals to feel or look a certain way.  To feel confident and comfortable in your clothes and in your own skin!  Enough is enough, you DESERVE that confidence and ultimately, the greater quality of life that will come when you become more healthy...(you're happy, confident, feeling great, stronger...).  

I have 10 spots available for my upcoming support and accountability group!  Only 10!!  I want to keep it small so that each person gets the 1:1 support they are looking for to reach their own personal goals!

The private group will include:

• Daily motivation
• Group support and accountability
• 1:1 support from me
• Healthy recipes
• Meal planning tips
• Simple nutrition
• 30 minute workouts (for any fitness level)

Because the number is limited, you MUST be committed, so if you are part of the group here are the requirements!  

• Bring a great attitude to the group be ready to change along the journey!
• Be an active participant in the group, support also comes from peers...not just me!
• I must be your Beachbody Coach (free account click here)
• You'll need a couple items to participate: Beachbody Fitness Program plus Shakeology (a superfood nutrient dense shake that you'll replace one meal with for 30 days). 
• I have specials I can share with you that include major discounted savings for these two items. 
• Last, you need to apply to be a part of this group (please complete the form below!)

It's time to stop beating around the bush saying that "I'll start being healthy next month".  No...it's time to stop and make your health a priority!  I can't wait to welcome you to the group and help you get the success you desire for your health!!

Register TODAY...Group begins on February 15th!  

This is a PERFECT gift for Valentine's Day...

give the gift of HEALTH to yourself and your family!

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White Chicken Chili

Soups and chili are some of my favorite meals, fortunately, my family loves them too!

My mom used to make White Chicken Chili all the time growing up but I forgot about it...so I dug out the recipe and decided to spice it up a bit!

I had a whole chicken that I needed to use, and I love the homemade broth that it makes.  So today, I boiled my whole chicken to make the broth to use for my chili (broth and chicken)...Deboned the chicken and strained the broth!!  But...you don't have to use the chicken like this!

Ingredients: 

4 chicken breast (or whole chicken deboned...you can always add more if desire!)
4-6 cups chicken broth
1 onion chopped
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans Northern white beans
1-2 cans diced green chiles (with juice)
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp dired oregano
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
pepper to taste
juice of 1/2 lime
chopped fresh cilantro (either for garnish or an needed in chili...optional)


Directions

1. Cook chicken fully.  I like to sauté onions and garlic before adding to chili.  
2. Add all ingredients together, let simmer for at least 20 min or until hot.  This is also a great crockpot recipe.  Cook this up and let it cook on low for the day!  
3. Top with fresh cilantro, cheese and avocado!

21 Day Fix Containers: (roughly)

• 1 red
• 1/2 - 1 yellow (depending on amount of beans you eat)
• 1 blue (if you add cheese and avocado)

FREE 5 Day Clean Eating - Love Yourself Challenge

It's the month of LOVE!! What does that mean? It means it's time to LOVE YOURSELF enough to take care of your health!! That's right! For 5 days, I want to help you focus on your health, changing up the way you eat, cleaning up your daily food to be less processed and more fresh and natural ingredients! Join me for 5 days starting on February 8th.



So, with that said...I have THREE options for you to get support this month… It’s YOUR choice, you pick then tell me how I can support you best! BALANCE is key - however, this month we are focusing on LOVING yourself enough to focus on your health…remember that in making your decision!

Option 1: FREE Clean Eating Group: starting Monday, February 8th. I'll provide a full 5-Day Grocery list, recipes and support. You'll have guidelines and a community of support to help you on your journey to greater health!

Option 2: FREE Clean Eating Group AND Support: through the month of February. Here we will share recipes, support, tips and tricks to staying on track, sample workouts. You can be in this group if you already have a Beachbody workout and are signed up with me as a coach (no purchase required). We will make it fun and you'll be in a private group with other women wanting to stay on track!!

Option 3: FREE Clean Eating Group AND Full Accountability Group: with me working One on One with YOU. Your health is a journey, you won’t be perfect every day, but it’s all about balance and learning to make health a lifestyle! You'll have 30 minutes of workouts, daily check ins, support, fun, recipes, daily superfood meal provided too. Every single one of my challengers gets RESULTS as long as they commit to doing the work, but we're on this journey together and no one gets left behind. I love the power of support in these groups, it sets each woman up for success -- These groups include real women seeking real results who have had real struggles in the past that have prevented them from believing in themselves…but together, as a group, we all hold one another up and it’s so encouraging to see others making changes!! If you’re ready to get started and realize NOW that it's time to make a change - LET'S TALK!

**Remember...you're not the only one who needs a change in their health! Please SHARE this with your friends/family and share on your wall! Let's change our health this month!
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So...Which option are you going to choose?


***Note this group is only for those that do not have a Beachbody coach already and are not currently a coach!

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