Healthy Thought: Avocado Chia Chocolate Pudding

 I have a lot of healthy recipes “pinned” to my HealthyThoughts board on Pinterest.  (feel free to follow me here)  This is another pin worthy one I came up with as I have been seeing a lot recipes for desserts utilizing avocado.  I’m kind of hooked so you will definitely be seeing more of these kinds of recipes in the future.

This delicious chocolate pudding gets its rich creaminess from heart healthy avocado.  You might be put off by the sound of chocolate and avocado in the same sentence, but trust me it’s  good!  So good in fact that Chris couldn’t even tell there was any in there.  Enjoy as a healthful snack or even for breakfast. 

Ingredients:
1 ripe avocado, peeled and diced

2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa

1/2 oz 70% dark chocolate, melted

1/2 cup light canned coconut milk

½ tablespoon chia seeds

2 Tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional toppings: ground flax seeds, whipped cream, strawberries

 

Directions
Place all ingredients in blender, blend until smooth.

Eat as is or top with ground flax seeds, a touch of whipped cream and strawberries.

Serves 2

Game Night Ideas

 

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I’ve never hosted an official game night before and it’s something I’d really like to do. Our family and friends are quite a cast of characters and whenever we get together it’s always a good time. I’m thinking perhaps some poker, dominos, maybe even a little bingo. What?! Don’t judge, bingo is my fave!

Of course you know I’m all about the food and drinks, so I would try and transform my kitchen/dining room to look like one of those fancy restaurants in Las Vegas. I’m thinking a nice selection of small appetizers and one or two signature drinks.

What about you, have you ever hosted a game night? Any ideas you could share would be awesome.

Christmas Entertaining Pinspiration

As the holidays are approaching I find myself looking through Pinterest like nobody’s business.  It’s a problem.  So many great ideas, so little time.  I love to entertain during Christmas so I am always looking for new, creative ideas.  Here are a few “pins” that caught my eye this week.  You can follow me on Pinterest here.

DIY Halloween

{this is the one!}

So, I officially decided on my Halloween costume.  For some reason I always end up with a Mexican themed getup.  I don't know what it is, but it just happens.  I found a lot of inspiration on Pinterest.  Here are some pretty cool DIY costume ideas.  You can follow me on Pinterest here.

 

Nail Art Inspiration

My obsession with nail art does not seem as if it is going to die down any time soon. I'm constantly scouring the internet and Pinterest for new designs and inspiration. Check out my latest finds...

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Have a Great Memorial Day Weekend!

{Watermelon & Cucumber Tonic}

I'm sooo happy the weekend is finally here.  It has been quite a week and I am more than ready to just relax.  Hoping the weather allows for some much needed time spent outdoors.  Come rain or shine I definitely plan on enjoying a cockail or two.  Here are a few via my Pinterest boards.  Have a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend! XO

 {Pineapple Arugula Mojito}

{Raspberry & Serrano Sangria}

Eye Candy of The Week

{how awesome are these piñata cookies!?}

This weekend I have a couple of things planned – participating in the Revlon Run/Walk, attending my first high tea, enjoying some chips and guacamole and drinking homemade pink grapefruit margaritas. My little bottle of Patron Silver is ready and waiting. I leave you with some Cinco de Mayo inspiration via Pinterest.  Have a wonderful weekend!

{this is SO happening tomorrow}

{these personalized mustache straws are too cute}

{my recipe for elote - Mexican Corn is a must}

{papel picado always adds the perfect pop of color}

Valentine's Inspiration

{red velvet crepe cake}

As I mentioned here Pinterest is my new obsession.  Over the last week or two I've been inspired by a few great ideas for Valentine's Day.  Here are just a few...

 {hearts everywhere}

 {a conversation heart bouquet}

 {heart shaped egg in a basket}

{multi heart garland}

For info on all items featured and see the rest of my Vday pins click here.

Pinterest

 

{a few of my pins}

Although I've had a Pinterest account for a few months I rarely used it.  I've been toying around with it for the last couple of days and now I see how this can become an addiction.  I'm constantly inspired by different images online or in magazines.  This site is basically your own ORGANIZED virtual inspiration board.  You can follow me here.