I have a major cookie dough addiction.  I know, I know...you're not supposed to eat raw eggs.  But I cannot resist dipping a spoon in any type of batter while baking.

When I came across this recipe in Family Fun magazine last April, I was hesitant.  Chickpeas? Oatmeal? That will NOT taste like cookie dough!  But I'm all about beans, I had to test this out with the girls. Let me tell you this: the girls LOVED this dip.  They think Mama has gone crazy and is letting them have an indulgent treat.  Little do they know, this is a HEALTHY cookie dough. Ha! #MomWin!

Here's what you need:

• 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained (also labeled Garbanzo beans)
• 6 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/4 cup natural peanut butter (or your favorite PB alternative)
• 3 tablespoons old fashioned oats
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon baking soda 
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
• Dippers: apples, pretzels, fingers (hehe)

1. In a mini chopper, mix together all ingredients except mini chips.
2. Blend until smooth. Taste and add extra vanilla, if necessary. 
3. Fold in mini chips.  Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. 

Who's ready to try this? Have I gone crazy? Since it's apple season, might as well try this with your next snack! 

Abound: New Healthy Snack Line at CVS! {+ a Giveaway!}

Disclaimer: I received a bag full of tasty snacks from CVS to facilitate this review and to sponsor a giveaway. All opinions are my own!

We are SIX weeks away from the first day of kindergarten for my twins.  I am filled with mixed emotions.  First of all, how are my babies 5 already?!  Kindergarten is FULL DAY now and this will be so strange for our family.  Gabby is over the moon happy, of course.  She gets Mama to herself for over 6 hours!

I'm trying to make lists and get prepared for the fall, but it's almost impossible with this crazy jam packed summer.  We are becoming road trip pros at this point.  Maddie knows she needs her throw up bag (TMI?), Olivia gets the books and entertainment and Gabby gathers up the stuffed animals (or "loveys" as we call them).  Teamwork!  They are actually really good in the car, which I'm so thankful for!  We are heading to Niagara Falls and New Hampshire in a few weeks and I'm keeping my fingers crossed they will continue to be great road trippers!

When you're on a long trip, the last thing you want is to fill your stomach with crap.  You will get tired and cranky, I promise.  I love healthy snacks that you can eat every few hours to keep you fueled. Apples, bananas, yogurt (in a cooler, of course), almonds and granola bars are always on my list.

Love their mission!

After hearing about the new healthy line of snacks at CVS: Gold Emblem Abound, I was curious!  All of the snacks are free of artifical preservatives and flavors--sounds perfect for our family!   I love the idea of having healthy snacks at a lower price point.  Also, you can find a CVS almost anywhere...perfect for road trips when you need a quick snack.  Luckily for us, they sent us some goodies (and you'll have a chance to win some too!).

The girls are OBSESSED with the fruit and veggie bars, which I also had to try because they smelled AMAZING.  Mango + Strawberry is my favorite fruit combo!  The popcorn was gone in less than an hour during our movie night.  I'm very impressed with the selection!  If you're dying to check out the Abound snacks, here's a link for a coupon.  I have noticed they have been on sale for 25% off the past few weeks too! Score!

I'm thinking these snacks will also be great for packing lunches.  What the heck do you pack everyday? I'm going to need help on that front very soon!

Since I thought you all would love these healthy snacks as much as we do, I've set up a giveaway for you!  I don't endorse anything that I can't stand behind!  Check out the giveaway below!

Abound Giveaway