Halloween Treats CAN Be Good For You!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

 

 

This morning I had frost on my car! Reminding me of childhood Halloweens in Colorado! I am hopeful however for a little warmth with the sun bright in the sky already.

I was poking around this morning and found this GREAT recipe! While my husband hates pumpkin flavored foods and beverages I feel that it is a once a year thing and it gets me in the mood for the holidays - so WHY NOT?

 

I freeze bananas and use them in smoothies and to make a rich, thick "ice cream" for the kids. It is actually thick and rich (for a few minutes - better not let it sit - just eat immediately and say Mmmmm)!

 

Here's a seasonal, good looking treat using bananas and, yes, pumpkin - wow, it looks super tasty!

 

I took this from another woman on Pinterest - I did not make this one up - it is named after her:

 

Andrea’s Frozen Pumpkin Dessert

• 4 Frozen bananas
• 1/2C Pumpkin Puree
• 1/2C-1C Vanilla Soymilk (or nondairy milk of choice, or milk)
• 1/4tsp Ground Cinnamon
• 1/4tsp Ground Clove
• Pinch brown sugar (really small pinch)

Break frozen bananas up into chunks or at least cut them in half. In a food processor or heavy duty blender if you have it, add all ingredients. Start with 1/2 cup of the soymilk. Blend until smooth and creamy. You might want to start the process with a few pulses first and then let it go for a bit. If it starts getting too thick on you and won’t blend, add in some more of the soymilk. Slowly until it starts moving again and blending.
Dish up into ice cream bowls and serve immediately!


See what I mean - festive! I hope you make it with your family - it's a keeper!