WHIP IT!

Hi everyone! Today I have two fun treats. They are belong in two very different categories - one is a kitchen treat, and one is for bath time - but they are both decadent, delicious, and whipped to perfection!

Let's get started:

The first recipe I have to share with you is a delicious treat, perfect for when you are craving something sweet. If you haven't been enlightened on the perfection that is the "Forgotten Cookie," today will be a game-changer. Forgotten cookies are light and airy meringue cookies. They are lower in fat and calories, making them a perfect candidate to sneak into the "health and wellness" section of my blog. ;) They are a great alternative to a regular, heftier cookie, and (BONUS!) they're sooo so easy to make! 

I remember my mom (Becky homecky, as we call her) making these when I was a little girl; they have always been a favorite of mine. They are the perfect thing to make for a party or shower, and they are always a hit! 

Now, for the recipe!

Forgotten Cookies

2 egg whites 
1/8 t. cream of tartar
1/8 t. salt
2/3 c. sugar
1 t. vanilla extract
1 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips (I like the minis)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper OR lightly grease.

Beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt in a small bowl until soft peaks form. (for new bakers: aka- when you pull the whisk out, the peaks fall.) Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form (when the peaks hold their own shape and do not fall.) Gently fold in the vanilla and the chocolate chips. Drop by teaspoons on cookie sheet. 

Place cookie sheet in preheated oven; immediately turn off oven, and allow the cookies to remain in oven at least 6 hours, or overnight, without opening the oven door. After at least 6 hours, remove cookies and VOILA!

I told you….SO EASY! And SO delicious!
This recipe yields about 30 cookies. 
Store in an airtight container.
Another bonus: they are also gluten-free!
…and perfect.
I feel like I've already mentioned that. ^

ENJOY! Let me know what you think of them after you make them!
Bonus points to anyone who pipes them into cool shapes and sends a pic. 
I'm thinking of doing my next batch as ghosts.
:)

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-BeccaJ

Elisabeth's Fruit Smoothie

My sister concocted a fabulous fruit smoothie, which she is currently raving about. It is perfect when you are craving something sweet, but is still very healthy. You can alter the proportions to your liking, for example, you may want to add a little extra juice to make it less thick. It is very tasty and a great recovery drink after a workout…or even a great breakfast drink! Hope you enjoy!


Elisabeth's Fruit Smoothie

1/2 c. berries (frozen)
1/2 banana (frozen)
1 T. agave nectar or organic honey
4 T.  chopped dates (I use pre-packaged.)
1 T. flax seeds
1 T. vanilla
2 T. unsweetened organic coconut flakes
1/2 c. fresh juice (of your choosing.)