The Dancing Foodie

Cinnamon Apple Scones

January 25, 2016

Coffee break just got a whole lot better! Cinnamon Apple scones are the perfect afternoon snack to pair with your daily cup of joe. … More Cinnamon Apple Scones

Hi foodie peeps! Welcome to another view into my world of eats. 🙂 I figured it was time for me to change up my breakfast this week. Don’t get me wrong, I do love a good bowl of oatmeal, overflowing with nutbutter and fruit, but sometimes you just have to honor your true cravings. Even … More WIAW: Changing It Up

WIAW: Snow Day

January 13, 2016

It’s that time of the week again! This week, I am showing you a day in the eats of Maddie on a snow day. Which, to be honest, isn’t all that different from a regular day. But I digress. Despite the 15 degree weather, I still had a cold, overnight chocolate smoothie for breakfast. For the smoothie … More WIAW: Snow Day

Mini Turmeric Chia Pudding Parfaits

January 11, 2016

Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia! Pudding that will power you through that afternoon slump. Packed with superfoods like turmeric, chia seeds, and goji berries, these parfaits will keep you full and energized for the rest of the day. … More Mini Turmeric Chia Pudding Parfaits

My All-Time Favorite Yogurt Brands

January 8, 2016

Got yogurt? I may not be the biggest milk drinker, but I sure make it up with my yogurt intake. On most days I eat few spoonfuls of yogurt with my breakfast, snacks, and sometimes dinner. Being the health nut that I am, the yogurt that I buy must meet certain qualifications: Low in added … More My All-Time Favorite Yogurt Brands

WIAW: A Foodie’s Paradise

January 6, 2016

Hello everyone! This is my first week back to school, but I am already looking forward to the weekend. Please take me back to the days when I had more time and decent lighting to take pictures. Sigh. Instead of showing you the ugly eats I actually ate today, I am going to give you a little … More WIAW: A Foodie’s Paradise

Flatlands Coffee: My First Ever Cup O’ Joe

December 30, 2015

Today I drank my first cup of coffee. There, I said it. As a food blogger, I am a bit ashamed to admit this fact, as I am surrounded by a world wide web of latte lovers and coffee adicts alike. Have no fear though, I have jumped on the coffee bandwagon, and I am now permenantly … More Flatlands Coffee: My First Ever Cup O’ Joe

What I Ate Wednesday

December 30, 2015

Happy Humpday my friends! After much consideration, I have decided to share my daily eats with you. I always hesitate to create these posts, as they often create an atmosphere for comparison, something that I personally struggle with. However, some of my favorite bloggers use WIAW to not only share their tried and true recipes, … More What I Ate Wednesday

Green Pea Pesto Pasta

December 28, 2015

This easy-peasy pesto pasta is perfect for school lunches for even the pickiest of eaters! Hot or cold, this pasta will sure to impress adults and kids alike. … More Green Pea Pesto Pasta

A Very Nutty Weekend

December 22, 2015

As you may have noticed, I have been a little MIA in the blogosphere this past week. This final week of school before winter break has been one of the busiest of my life, and I am more than ready to plop on the couch and watch Netflix all day. Jk In reality I probably just bake my … More A Very Nutty Weekend

Salmon, Greek Yogurt, and Dill Tartines

December 21, 2015

This healthy spin-off of your traditional bagel and lox is an incredibly easy meal for those days when you just don’t feel like cooking! … More Salmon, Greek Yogurt, and Dill Tartines

BGB’s First Ever Secret Santa

December 16, 2015

Bloggers Gonna Blog. And foodies gonna send each other cute gifts across the country to celebrate the holidays. This past year, I joined a facebook group that was designed to connect healthy living bloggers from across the world wide web. At first I thought the focus of the group was to answer any blog-related questions … More BGB’s First Ever Secret Santa

Sweet Potato Pie Granola

December 11, 2015

Calling all sweet potato fanatics! All of your wildest dreams have come true: sweet potatoes and crunchy clusters have been combined to create a tasty and healthy granola for the holidays! Fill mason jars with this recipe for an easy, homemade holiday gift. … More Sweet Potato Pie Granola

Breakfast Chocolate Milkshake

December 7, 2015

Breakfast will be your first priority upon waking up with this healthy chocolate milkshake. Taking less than five minutes to prepare, this easy breakfast will give you a morning boost to help fuel your busy day! … More Breakfast Chocolate Milkshake

Chocolate Tofu Pudding

December 2, 2015

Chocolate Pudding gets a makeover with a secret ingredient. Don’t tell your friends, and I promise they will never know. They will only beg you for more! … More Chocolate Tofu Pudding

Green Eggs and a Yam

November 30, 2015

This Dr. Seuss inspired meal with bring you back to your childhood. Eat it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! … More Green Eggs and a Yam

Caramelized Banana Bread

November 27, 2015

This delectiable loaf will satisfy your sweet tooth despite having no added sugar! Serve over a bowl of yogurt with a spoonful of nutbutter for a healthy, satisfying treat. … More Caramelized Banana Bread

Wild Rice Stuffed Delicata Squash Boats

November 9, 2015

Wild Rice Delicata Squash Boats are an easy fall meal that you can whip up on the weekend and have leftovers throughout the week. … More Wild Rice Stuffed Delicata Squash Boats

Pumpkin Donuts with Almond Butter Glaze

October 28, 2015

Let’s talk donuts. Or doughnuts. Whichever you prefer. When I think of donuts, I automatically think of my elementary slumber party weekends. After a late night of singing to Hannah Montana and High School Musical, my gal pals and I would wake up to a plate full of donuts from the local coffee shop that my parents … More Pumpkin Donuts with Almond Butter Glaze

Maple Pepita Seed Butter

October 26, 2015

Everyone go give your food processor a pep talk. It’s seed butter time. I’m serious. This recipe requires a loyal, hardworking food processor that is able to put up with some challenging seed crushing conditions. Several times while making this seed butter I had to turn off my own processor and give it a good pat on … More Maple Pepita Seed Butter

Cherry Garcia Smoothie Bowl

October 21, 2015

It’s 50 degrees outside so naturally I make a freezing cold smoothie. Duh. Surprisingly, I had never been a fan of smoothies for breakfast before this past week. The second I laid mouth on this gorgeous cherry concoction, I knew that this was no longer the case. Despite the recent drop in temperature, I still managed … More Cherry Garcia Smoothie Bowl

Pumpkin Black Bean Chili with Sweet Pumpkin Cornbread Muffins

October 19, 2015

Tis’ the season for all things pumpkin. This lovely orange squash is the reason why the fall season is so near and dear to my heart. The pumpkin is one of the most versatile objects in the world. You can carve it, you can eat it, heck you could probably even wear it if you … More Pumpkin Black Bean Chili with Sweet Pumpkin Cornbread Muffins

Salted Caramel Avocado Brownie Bites

October 7, 2015

I know what you’re thinking. Avocados in brownies is the craziest health food substitution you’ve heard of. You were just getting over the whole add-kale-to-your-smoothie phase. Now this?! I can see why you would think this.To be honest I am still not a fan of all of the health crazes out there as well. I hate green … More Salted Caramel Avocado Brownie Bites

Chicken, Fig Jam, and Caramelized Onion Toast

October 4, 2015

Sweet and savory combinations. What’s your take on them? Personally, I am a HUGE fan. Give me all of the apple and brie paninis with a strawberry/basil/balsamic salad on the side. Even if you’re not a fan of sweet and savory dishes, I’m asking you to jump on the bandwagon this time around. The sweetness of … More Chicken, Fig Jam, and Caramelized Onion Toast

Granola Apple Crisp

September 26, 2015

Hello Fall, and welcome to Ohio at last. I love everything about the fall season. The brisk air, the changing foliage, the endless cups of hot tea; it brings me comfort like nothing else…except this apple crisp. Apple Crisp is one of those meals that seems to have superpowers. No matter what kind of day … More Granola Apple Crisp

Change is Good

September 22, 2015

Change. The simple six letter word that brings a plethora of emotions. They say that variety is the spice of life, but in some cases, plain old dark chocolate doesn’t need a dash of chile powder to make it delicious. I love routine. I love being able to plan out the day ahead or my outfit for the … More Change is Good