How to Eat Cookies for Breakfast

Sometimes, presentation is everything. A side of grilled veggies is a usual suspect at the dinner table. But stack them on a stick and you’ve got yourself a kebab! Fries? Standard American fare. Curly fries? Same ingredients, more party vibes.

That’s how I feel about breakfast cookies. When my eyes gaze upon their familiar, circular shape, my brain starts to celebrate, and I feel like I’m indulging in dessert. But in reality, I’m starting my morning with the healthy makings of a granola bar, sans the bar shape.

Want to join the fun? Here are a few ideas you can use to kick off your day in a nutritious and festive way. And thanks to the portable, no-utensils-required nature of cookies, this party is one that you can take on the road!

Super Food Breakfast Cookies

Pure Ella

No matter your dietary restrictions, this recipe is for you. It’s gluten-free, sugar-free, dairy-free, and nut-free. What it does include is a trio of super-seeds that are high in protein, fiber, and Omega-3 fatty acids: flax, chia, and hemp. Get the recipe.

Peanut Butter Chia Breakfast Cookies

Back To The Book Nutrition

Here’s a simple recipe for the peanut lovers. The main players here are rolled oats, peanut butter, and chopped peanuts for extra crunch. Maple syrup lends some natural sweetness while two tablespoons of chia seeds provide a boost of fiber, protein, and Omega-3s. Get the recipe.

Sea Salt, Date, and Quinoa Breakfast Cookies

Simply Quinoa

While many breakfast cookie doughs rely on rolled oats to provide some structure, this one also puts quinoa into the mix. The addition of sea salt and dates delivers a classic sweet and salty one-two punch. Get the recipe.

Blueberry Coconut Pecan Breakfast Cookies

Kumquat

Before discovering this cookie, I never thought of combining these three flavors. But now, nothing could seem more right. This recipe calls for three whole bananas and a half cup of dried blueberries. A cup of coconut flakes and a tablespoon of honey or agave nectar brings the sweetness while nearly a cup of pecans adds texture—not to mention vitamins and minerals! Get the recipe.

Cranberry Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

Kylee Cooks

If cranberries are your berry of choice, here’s a quick and easy option for you.  It only requires a short list of six ingredients, but you won’t find butter, oil, eggs, flour, or sugar in it! Get the recipe.

Apple Pie Breakfast Cookies

Leelalicious

All the flavors of apple pie with none of the gluten or refined sugar. Sounds like an ideal breakfast to me! Applesauce and diced apple pieces join forces here to really amp up the fruity flavor. Get the recipe.

Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies

My Whole Food Life

When it comes to produce, fruit doesn’t get to have all the breakfast cookie fun! These sweet potato cookies are flourless, vegan, and gluten-free and only require six ingredients. Rolled oats and sweet potato purée form the base for this dough, while raisins and pepitas shake up the composition. Get the recipe.

Zucchini, Oat, and Chocolate Breakfast Cookies

Whole and Heavenly Oven

Zucchini is that easygoing friend you can take everywhere. It’s equally at home at a formal dinner or barbecue, and it can even turn up when it’s time for dessert. This nutrient-packed cookie recipe includes a cup of shredded zucchini and a banana to boot. Walnuts and chocolate chips add texture and a dose of antioxidants. Get the recipe.

Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies

Amy’s Healthy Baking

This one is next level—cake flavor; cookie shape; healthy nutrition profile. At just 74 calories per cookie, this recipe requires zero butter, refined flour, or sugar. Get the recipe.

Savory Breakfast Cookies

My Life Cookbook

If you don’t do sweet for breakfast, we’ve got you covered. This recipe combines sautéed veggies, eggs, cheese, and almond flour into portable omelette/biscuit hybrids. Get the recipe.

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Mesmerizing Galaxy Dessert Recipes to Celebrate the Solar Eclipse

Space is cool, which means the solar eclipse on August 21 is basically the coolest. While it may not be a nighttime phenomenon, we’ve rounded up some of the best galaxy-inspired recipes on the web. Because the sun is a star and the moon is, well, the moon, and that is reason alone to celebrate this event in the form of beautiful, dark and purple desserts. And since it’s been 40 years since the last solar eclipse took place, you won’t have another excuse to indulge like this in a while.

Scroll down to check them out!

Galaxy Color-Changing Lemonade Slushie

The Flavor Bender

Keeping in line with the theme of summer sun, nothing is more refreshing than lemonade. Throw in some crushed ice and now you’ve got a real thirst quester (which won’t be necessary when the moon is covering the sun. JK). Get the recipe.

Galaxy Bark

Mom Dot

Even aliens need to get their chocolate fix. Just don’t bring this outside during the big day or it will melt all over you and your “I love the sun” shirt. Get the recipe.

Galaxy Ice Cream Sandwiches

A Bajillian Recipes

A flavor combination so balanced and delicious, it’s out of this world. Get the recipe.

Galaxy Cupcakes

Peas and Peonies

If we were astronauts, these are the treats that we’d bring to the company bake-off. These or Milky Way cookies to keep things thematic. Get the recipe.

Galaxy Brownies

The Monday Box

Blast off with these ooey, gooey, rich, and chewy bars that are rich in flavor and personality. Get the recipe.

Galaxy Popcorn

Raising Whasians

Once you pop, the sun don’t stop. Or something like that. Get the recipe.

Galaxy Cake Roll

The First Year Blog

It’s not even the sun’s birthday, but you’re going to lick the icing off. Space Rihanna would be so proud. Get the recipe.

Galaxy Latte

Cutefetti

You’re going to need that mid-afternoon caffeine fix to get outside and see this thing. Be sure to sip in moderation, though. The jitters will ruin your experience. Get the recipe.

Galaxy Ice Cream

Some of This and Some of That

I scream, you scream, we all scream for purple, pink, and blue ice cream. With silver sprinkles that resemble stars, of course. Get the recipe.

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How to Enjoy Boxed Wine Without Shame

The dog days of summer are here and, soon enough, they’ll make way for sweater weather and pumpkin spice-flavored everything. With only so many weekends left, we recommend you get out and enjoy as much of the sunshine as possible.

If your idea of fun involves good friends and great wine, there’s a decent chance you’re already familiar with the wonders of a boxed variety like Franzia. Sure, some wine aficionados may turn their noses up at its name, but don’t let that stop you! As any on-the-go oenophile can tell you, drinking wine out of a box is a surefire way to keep up with today’s go-go-go lifestyle.

Here’s everything you need to know about the unique bev, which brands to buy, and what recipes you’ll want to try.

A Quick History of Boxed Wine

What do the electric drill, spray-on skin, and bag-in-box wine all have in common? Aside from sounding like the key ingredients for a late night DIY project gone horribly wrong, all of these revolutionary innovations come from the land down under.

Searching for an alternative to the half-gallon flagon, Australian winemaker Tom Angove was inspired by the old goatskins used at the time. And in the 50 years since he originally filed his patent, the bag-in-box product design has come a long way.

Cheaper to produce and easier to ship and store, the advantages of boxed wine are undeniable. But to experience the best user benefits of the bag-in-box, one need only pack a picnic basket and head to the nearest park, swimming pool, or shoreline. For starters, you won’t need to bring your corkscrew (or find a random object that can double as a makeshift bottle opener). Boxed wines come equipped with a spout so they’re easy to open, easy to pour.

Unless you’re sucking the wine directly from the spout (and we wouldn’t recommend that, especially when drinking red!), you’ll need to bring some cups. Trusty red Solo cup are always an option, but if you’re looking to score bonus points for being classy, stemless plastic wine glasses are a great option. If the situation calls for discretion, take a page from Frank Reynolds’ book and use a soda can to conceal the contents of your beverage. Here again, reds present a greater challenge than whites.

Now that you’ve decided where you’re going and what you need to pack, let’s figure out what you want to drink.

Boxed Red Wines

If you’re looking to set the mood with a nice red, look no further than The Naked Grape’s Pinot Noir. Although the box is labeled pinot noir, those aren’t the only grapes you’ll find inside. Notes of grenache, tempranillo, and alicante bouchet all contribute to the ripe red fruitiness of this jewel-red wine. Ripe cherry and pomegranate flavors come through to deliver a fresh and fruity blend guaranteed to delight.

If you’re a bit adventurous, really kick it up a notch with a few Vanilla Berry Pinot Noir Slushies.

Hungry Girl por Vida

Yes, you read that right; vanilla berry pinot noir slushies. This is not a drill. Get the recipe.

Boxed White Wines

If you’re like me, you almost always prefer a crisp white to a full-bodied red, especially on a warm summer day. I suggest pairing your afternoon of sunbathing & poolside leisure with LOFT California Chardonnay. The subtle blend of light citrus, tropical fruit, and pineapple flavors will complement the aroma of your tanning oil beautifully. Elegant and crisp, this is the Chardonnay you are looking for.

If you’re in the mood for something a bit sweeter, Bota Box Riesling may be more your speed. Aside from sounding like Lana Del Rey lyrics, the notes of white peaches and honey pair with floral scents for a well-balanced blend.

Feeling a little extra, but not too much? Try this deliciously simple Two-Ingredient White Sangria recipe.

The Domestic Blonde

Boxed Pink, Rose, and Rosé Wines

Reds and whites are wonderful, but a crisp rosé is essentially the anthem for summer. Back in 2003, Black Box changed the games of boxed wines with their award-winning, blackberry-driven Cabernet Sauvignon. We dare say they did it again 12 years later with Black Box Rosé.

A deeper red than most in its category, this delicious blush of fresh strawberries, cherries, and white peaches blends perfectly to deliver a light, refreshing rosé with a distinctively dry and satisfying finish. On the go and you don’t want to shove a box of wine in your purse? Say no more. This delicious rosé is also available in 500ml. It’s like a Capri Sun for adulthood.

We recommend you kick back and enjoy the simple pleasure of watching a lovely sunset with a refreshing Rosé Spritzer in hand.

Design Love Fest

Welcome to nirvana. You’re welcome. Get the recipe.

— Head illustration: Kali Ciesemeir for PDX Monthly.

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A Guide to Gluten-Free Beers

Taco Bell Is Testing a Spicy Burrito with Pop Rocks

If eating Taco Bell is already like swallowing a hot sauce-doused flail, you’ll certainly want to steer clear of their latest menu item: the Firecracker Burrito. The limited edition, SoCal-based indulgence packs a punch with not only the fast food chain’s notoriously gut-busting cuisine, but also the addition of taste bud-interactive childhood favorite: Pop Rocks.

According to FoodBeast, the wrap is offered in two forms (cheesy and spicy) and is stuffed with rice, nacho cheese, sour cream, red tortilla strips, and ground beef. Both options are encased in a red tortilla, but the spicy iteration gets Taco Bell’s signature chipotle sauce for added heat. For an additional 20 cents, customers can add a packet of “cayenne popping crystals,” which are essentially sweet and spicy Pop Rocks.

Needless to say, this experience is a sensory overload. But is it a surprise coming from the restaurant that brought us a waffle taco, Cheetos burrito, fried chicken-wrapped Chalupa, or chicken chips? No, no it’s not. In fact, it seems very in line with Taco Bell’s marketing goals and overall mission of pushing the culinary envelope with creative collaborations. We’re honestly surprised they didn’t think of something like this sooner.

The Firecracker Burrito is said to be on the verge of “too sweet” with the presence of popping candy (#duh), but we must keep in mind that the product is in testing mode and not available nationwide. In fact, you can only pick up this bad boy at four locations in Santa Ana, Tustin, and Anaheim.

Consider us intrigued…very, very intrigued. We wonder what we’ll have to do to get one of these in NYC. Does anyone have the mailing address for Taco Bell’s CEO Brian Niccol? A handwritten note usually suffices (or at least that is what we were taught in elementary school).

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No Fail, Sour Cream Pie Crust

Move aside food processor! Be gone tough pie crusts! I hath found the holy grail of pastry doughs.

It is flaky, it is buttery, it is un-fussy, and it needs no difficult-to-clean equipment, just your clean hands and a large bowl. The secret?

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Friday Food Finds: Pickle Popsicles, Alcoholic Cold Brew, Oreo Popcorn, and More!

We didn’t expect to start our Friday morning with frozen pickle juice, but such is the life of a taste tester on SiriusXM’s Wake Up with Taylor. Honestly, it wasn’t as bad as you’d think. In fact, it was quite delicious and oddly refreshing! In addition to the salty liquid, we sampled a bevy of sweet options. From low-calorie dessert biscuits to alcoholic cold brew coffee, check out our very opinionated thoughts below:

Van Holten’s Pickle-Ice Freeze Pops

Step aside, Gatorade. Who’d a thunk that pickle juice would now be the hangover remedy of our dreams? It’s packed with electrolytes, calorie-free, and super bold in flavor. What’s not to love? You may have to get over the slushy consistency, but think of it as salty snow.

Snack Factory Dessert Thins

If you’re looking to satisfy a sweet tooth at only 120 calories per serving (four biscuits), these crispy treats may be worthy of a spot on your grocery list. Lemon Tart was a clear standout while Brownie failed to deliver. We don’t really have much else to say about this baisc dessert option, but we do think they’d pair well with an evening coffee or cup of tea. Pinkies up!

Cookie Pop Popcorn

We weren’t blown away by this one (it tasted like chocolate kettle corn, not Oreos), but we also couldn’t stop noshing on it. It could just be popcorn’s addictive qualities that kept us going back for more, but this indulgence would certainly benefit from actual chunks of cookies mixed in (and not just a fine dusting). That’d certainly change the nutritional profile, though.

Welch’s Fruit Rolls

Long live the ’90s! If you’ve been craving a Fruit-by-the-Foot, Welch’s has rolled out the next best thing: a fruit roll. We sampled the berry flavor, but can attest that tropical punch and strawberry are equally as delicious. Just quit touting the “made with real fruit” slogan. The next two ingredients are sugar and corn syrup, so the fruit benefits kind of get lost in the shuffle.

Bad Larry’s Cold Hard Coffee

This is probably one of the worst things we’ve ever sampled on the show. Frankly, we’re not entirely sure who is drinking the stuff. It tastes like the vomit-flavored Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Bean from Harry Potter. A hard pass from the crew. Sorry not sorry.

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Xingfa Names Viachem Preferred Channel Partner

Hubei Xingfa (Xingfa), a global producer of specialty phosphates, announced a preferred channel partnership with Viachem, Ltd., a distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, for the sales, marketing and distribution of Xingfa’s food-grade phosphates and specialty compounds in North America.

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Barry Callebaut to Acquire D'Orosgnia Dolciaria

D’Orsogna Dolciaria is known as a supplier of high-quality decoration and inclusion solutions mainly for food manufacturers

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Moose Tracks Indulgent Flavors

Denali Flavors, developers of Moose Tracks® flavor of ice cream, expanded its Moose Tracks line with indulgent ice cream flavors including Caramel, Cookie Dough, Coffee and Black Raspberry.

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Slow-cooked BBQ for Foodservice Operators

Chefs can heat and serve the product and incorporate it into a variety of different applications using their own signature flair.

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Tommy’s Superfoods Expands Retail Presence

The growth is also attributed to new retailer partnerships and increased expansion at retailers nationally, including Kroger and Safeway.  

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