The Modern Pilgrim :: Crock Pot Cinnamon Vanilla Applesauce

Not only does this recipe taste amazing but it will also make your house smell amazing!

Ingredients:

• 8 medium sized granny smith apples, peeled
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tsp vanilla (avoid HFCS)
• 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 2 Tbsp real maple syrup
• 1 tsp Ideal Brown Sugar Baking Blend

Directions:

1. Peel apples and cut into quarters (core the apples as well).  Place in crock pot.

2. Add all remaining ingredients and stir lightly (just enough to mix ingredients).

3. Cook on low for 2 hrs.

4. Raise temperature and cook on high for 1.5 hrs.

5. Stir, slightly mashing any remaining apple chunks.

6. Enjoy!

He & She Tips: Here is another variation of this recipe. You can sub out the sweetener. Try Maple Sugar Flakes. 

This is perfect to go along with your Apple Pie!

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- Whitney

Clean Halloween Meal Plan!

We know that everyone is going to be busy, busy, busy tomorrow whether you are treat-or-treating with your kids or giving out treats at your home.  We have put together a meal plan for you to prepare in advance.

These pumpkin protein bars are prefect for a snack at work (don't reach into the candy bowl)!  You could even eat them for breakfast if you are too busy to make anything else (beats the greasy food from the drive-thru)!

Pumpkin Protein Bars

Choose between one of these two chili recipes for a perfect fall dinner!  Put it in the crock pot before you leave for work or when you get home!

Chicken Chili

OR

Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili

Distract yourself from the candy! Make these Pumpkin Protein Cookies - ready in only 6 minutes!

Pumpkin Protein Cookies

A mini size candy bar can quickly turn into a king size!  Moderation is key!

Happy Halloween!  Stay Safe!

- Whitney & The Gang

Pumpkin Protein Cookies

Celebrate fall (or anytime of the year) by making these delicious Pumpkin Protein Cookies!

Clean Eat Recipe :: Pumpkin Protein Cookies

Ingredients:

• 2 heaping Tbsp almond butter or natural peanut butter
• 1 heaping Tbsp pumpkin
• 3 Tbsp gluten free quick cooking oats
• 2 scoops vanilla whey protein
• 2 Tbsp Xylitol
• 1 oz egg whites (1-2 egg whites)
• 1/4 tsp baking soda

Directions:

1. Using a whisk or fork, mix all ingredients.

2. Bake at 350 degrees for 6 minutes.

Makes approx 9 cookies

Macros:

• Calories: 60
• Carbs: 4g
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 2g
• Sugar: 1g

Enjoy our recipes?  Get help with your grocery shopping here.

- Whitney

Recipe created by Michelle LeSueur, BEP, CNC, CSN, CPT.  Used with her permission