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Whole Wheat Fudgy Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Whole Wheat Fudgy Chocolate Zucchini Bread by Alison's AllspiceFriends, I may have gone over the top on this recipe!  My summer supply of zucchini only seems to be growing and I was in the mood for chocolate.  This whole wheat fudgy chocolate zucchini bread could easily pass for zucchini brownies instead of bread!

When I was making this bread, I wanted to use up as much zucchini as possible.  I knew that was going to make a really heavy and dense bread loaf, not your typical fluffy “banana bread” style quick bread. Continue reading

High Protein Chocolate Chunk Muffins

High Protein Chocolate Chunk Muffins by Alison's AllspiceWhenever I get hungry in the middle of the afternoon, I reach for one of these high protein chocolate chunk muffins!  They feel like a treat, while also filling me up and helping me to snack less!

Usually when I get hungry before dinnertime, its because I needed a little extra protein.  However, I’m one of those people that wants everthing I eat to feel special, not just I’m eating because I have to. If  you eat because you are hungry, but don’t feel satisfied with what you eat, you’re likely to keep snacking. Continue reading

Mom’s Banana Bread Makeover

Banana bread is a comfort food for me.  It was something that we made frequently when I was young.  I learned how to make it by helping my mom and sister in the kitchen.  Every time we had leftover bananas, it was time to make bread!

Crusty Banana Bread

Our family recipe is delicious, but I found myself avoiding it because it was high in calories.  When I became confident in my kitchen skills I started experimenting with making it lighter and more wholesome.  This recipe has been tested over and over again.  Finally it is ready to share! Continue reading