I officially have a cookie monster on my hands! Earlier this month I shared a chocolate chip cookie with Nate and ever since he has been nonstop asking for “cookie cookie cookie.” Since I’m not trying make feeding my toddler sugary sweets a daily habit, I ordered a few bags of Laird Superfood chocolate chip cookie mix to keep on hand. I’m a big fan of Laird’s brownie mix and this one is just as tasty! I also love how these mixes take under 12 minutes to bake and only require adding oil and water– no egg needed!

If you’re looking for guilt-free, plant-based baking mixes then you need to try these. Mom Bonus: every bag contains 2.5 servings of veggies thanks to hidden kale, beets & carrots. PS make sure you use my code KATIESBLISS for 15% off first time orders over $40!

Laird Superfood Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix | Laird Superfood Brownie Mix

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1. Pili Nut Variety Pack | 2. Brownie Mix | 3. Pancake & Waffle Mix | 4. Organic Ground Peruvian Coffee (available in whole bean or ground and in multiple roasts) | 5. Superfood Creamer Cacao | 6. Superfood Creamer Pumpkin Spice | 7. Superfood Creamer Original with Functional Mushrooms | 8. Superfood Creamer Vanilla | 9. HYDRATE Coconut Water Orange Guava | 10. HYDRATE Coconut Water Original | 11. HYDRATE Coconut Water Matcha | 12. HYDRATE Coconut Water Pineapple Mango | 13. Ready to Rumble Apple Granola | 14. Call of the Wild Blueberry Granola | 15. Performance Coco Chip Granola

Laird Superfood products have been a consistent staple in our pantry since the spring. I discovered Laird when I was looking for healthy swaps for foods I eat and drink everyday like coffee, creamers, snacks, etc. Laird makes high-quality plant-based products that actually taste INCREDIBLE. I’ve had a lot of time to test my Laird favorites against their unhealthy big brand versions and it’s wild how they were able to create such delicious healthy alternatives. You won’t be disappointed! PS my discount code KATIESBLISS will get you 15% off your Laird order.

Original Superfood Creamer

If you’re going to try one product from Laird, I’d recommend the Original Superfood Creamer. It’s a clean, plant-based alternative to traditional dairy and sugar-filled coffee creamers and one of their best-selling products. I cannot live without my morning coffee and it makes me feel a lot better knowing that the creamer I use is guilt-free. It’s all-natural, contains only whole-food ingredients and skips the artificial flavors, colors and additives found in many creamers. I’ve tried a few different flavors and my favorites are the Original with Functional Mushrooms, Vanilla, Cacao and Pumpkin Spice.

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Organic Ground Peruvian Coffee

Coffee with functional mushrooms?? Huh? You might be scratching your head reading that, but I promise it makes sense! Laird Organic Ground Peruvian Coffee takes your morning mug to the next level thanks to an added blend of three organic functional mushrooms: Chaga, Lion’s Mane, and Cordyceps. The abundant properties of functional mushrooms are thought to contribute to overall wellness and no, the coffee does not taste like mushrooms. Since coffee is something I drink everyday, I LOVE knowing that it’s giving me more health benefits than just a boost of energy. You can buy it in whole bean or ground. It also comes in multiple roasts: medium, dark & decaf.

SHOP IT HERE

HYDRATE Coconut Water

I wish I had discovered HYDRATE Coconut Water mix when I first had Nate. Coconut water was all I drank when I was trying boost my milk supply and boy, did it get pricey. Laird’s version is actually a dry powder that you mix yourself. One tablespoon is all you need to make a refreshing, electrolyte-filled 8oz glass of coconut water. A serving comes out to just $0.78!

SHOP IT HERE

Picky Bars Granola

Laird has awesome grain-free granolas. I love the light, yet slightly crunchy texture– it’s great eating alone with milk or topping over yogurt. My personal favorite flavor is Call Of The Wild Blueberry, however the apple and coco chip are fantastic too!

SHOP IT HERE

Pili Nuts

Warning: once you try Laird Cacao Pili Nuts… You won’t be able to stop snacking! The good news is that these cocoa-covered nuts are filled with 8 essential amino acids and tons of healthy fats. Laird pili nut packs are great snacks for when you’re on the go and SO DELICIOUS. Basically like snacking on a chocolate-covered nut without any of the guilt. They also come in a Matcha and Himalayan Salt flavor. You can also try every flavor in this Variety Pack.

SHOP IT HERE

Pancake & Waffle Mix

Breakfast but make it healthy! I’m a big fan of big hearty breakfasts and again, love that Laird makes it easy to make one of my favorite morning meals guilt-free. Their Pancake & Waffle Mix is gluten-free, doesn’t require any egg and is so fluffy and delicious!

SHOP IT HERE

Brownie Mix

Similar to the Pancake & Waffle Mix, Laird also makes incredible dessert mixes. I’m a sucker for brownies and omg, Laird’s Brownie Mix is HEAVENLY and tastes SO similar to the artificial flavor-filled big box brand mixes that I grew up making. The key differences are Laird’s mix is 100% plant-based and contains 4 servings of vegetables in every batch! I KNOW. I was honestly so skeptical the first time I made these, but I swear y’all, these browns are delectableeeee.

SHOP IT HERE

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DETAILS // Striped Pullover | Denim Shorts | Our Place Always Pan

Get you a pan that does it all! If only I’d discovered the Our Place Always pan sooner I could’ve saved a lot of room in our tiny apartment kitchen cabinets LOL. If you haven’t already heard about the cult-favorite Always pan then today is your lucky day. This nonstick ceramic pan can replace many commonly used kitchen essentials thanks to it’s innovative multi-use design. It’s essentially an 8-in-1 product that can function as a skillet, non-stick pan, saucier, fry pan, spatula, spatula rest, colander and steamer. If you’re short on storage space or just want to switch to cookware that will make your life in the kitchen a lot easier than this pan is for you.

DETAILS // Our Place Always Pan | Our Place Main Plates | Our Place Side Bowls | Our Place Drinking Glasses

The Always pan is also SAFE. Did you know that it’s common for cookware brands to include harmful chemicals in their products? I love that The Always pan is 100% nontoxic and free of Teflon, PTFEs, PFAs, lead, cadmium, toxic metals, and nanoparticles. Now that I’m a mom, I’m even more conscious about what products I use everyday to care for my family, so the nontoxic aspect of this pan was a huge draw for me.

Shop the Our Place Always Pan: 

DETAILS // Striped Pullover | Denim Shorts | Our Place Always Pan

Other aspects I love:

Lightweight + “Stay Cool” Design. Anyone else ever had to call their husband into the kitchen to help strain a heavy pot or pan? That’s not something you’ll ever have to do with the Always pan because it’s just 3 lbs. You’ll also never have to fear burning yourself because the Always pan handle and lid were designed to stay completely cool no matter how hot you’re cooking.

Easy To Clean. While it’s not recommended to clean the Always pan in the dishwasher, washing it the old-fashioned way is incredibly painless. Even the stickiest, caked on residue comes off nearly instantly with warm running water. I’ve found that I hardly even have to take a sponge to it!

Versatility. In the Always pan you can steam vegetables, boil pasta, sear meats, fry a crispy grilled cheese, make sauces, soups and stews– the list goes on! It’s great for making one pot meals. When you purchase the pan you get not only the pan itself, but a bamboo spatula and a steaming basket. The 10inch size is also perfect for making family meals.

Built-In Spatula Rest. How have no other brands every thought of this? The handy spatula nob on the pan is genius! While cooking you can just rest your spatula right on the pan and never have to worry about dirtying your counters again. There’s an indent on the lid too so you can rest your spatula and cover the pan at the same time.

Even Cooking. If you’re using a low quality pan it can be really tough to get a nice crispy sear on the outside without overcooking the inside. The Always pan cooks meats SO evenly. I love to meal prep chicken for my salads every week and the Always has been awesome. It gets the perfect sear and I never have to worry cutting into a tough dry piece of chicken lol.

DETAILS // Striped Pullover | Denim Shorts | Our Place Always Pan | Our Place Main Plates | Our Place Side Bowls | Our Place Drinking Glasses

DETAILS // Our Place Always Pan | Our Place Main Plates | Our Place Side Bowls | Our Place Drinking Glasses

Still looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? If you know a mama who loves to spend time in the kitchen or could use a cookware upgrade that will save her time and space– the Always pan would be a great option. Our Place also has really cute stackable dishes, bowls and glassware too! Similar to the Always pan, these also come in lots of fun colors.

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Big thank you to Our Place for sponsoring this post!

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I snuck out to Trader Joe’s this afternoon while Nate was napping (I know I owe you his birth story!) to grab a few groceries and WOW– Fall. Overload. There must have been at least 50+ different autumn-inspired food items from snacks to desserts to drinks, soups, breads and more! I had to hold myself back from adding literally everything to my cart. Here are some of the things that caught my eye!

The Best Trader Joe’s Fall Products To Shop Now

Pumpkin Ice Cream

I purchase this every year! It’s so good paired with chocolate ice cream… Or topped over a hot waffle!

Pumpkin Pie Spiced Ginger Brew Sparkling Beverage

Really intrigued by this drink! Going to try using it as a cocktail mixer… If it turns out I’ll definitely share over on Instagram!

Pumpkin Biscotti

I can already taste how good these would be with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Sweet Potato Ribbons

LOVE when Trader Joe’s makes life easy with prepared veggies like this.

Vegan Mac & Cheese

Always skeptical of vegan items but this looked gooooood. Anyone tried it yet?

Maple & Sea Salt Kettle Corn

Proceed with caution. A store associate told me this popcorn is so good it’s addicting!

Autumn Maple Coffee

I buy this every year– fall in a cup!

Maple Streusel Bread

This looks danger(ously) good. Love a good breakfast sweet!
 

Pumpkin Rolls

What’s better than cinnamon rolls? A gooey iced pumpkin roll on a chilly morning! These are always amazinggggg.

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Spread

Sad sad day when the pumpkin cream cheese is sold out Highly recommend snagging some if you’re able to find it in stock!

Gluten Free Pumpkin Spice Bagels

Not usually a fan of gluten free bread but these bagels are LIFE. I buy them every year and can’t even tell the difference. 
 

Apple Cider Donuts

Tip: warm in the microwave for 10-15 seconds and eat with a scoop vanilla ice cream

Caramel Apple Granola

This looked so tasty! Trader Joe’s always has the best granolas and cereals.

Pumpkin O’s

Another fall-themed cereal on my wishlist.

Protein Maple Muffin

Couldn’t resist buying one of these muffins… Will report if it’s worth it over on my Instagram story soon!

Maple Butter

I hear these butters are amazing on top of waffles and pancakes…

Pumpkin Waffles

Speaking of waffles!

Autumnal Harvest Creamy Pasta Sauce & Fall Zucchette Pasta

The perfect pasta and sauce pairing!

Mini Hold the Cone Pumpkin Ginger

LOVE these mini ice cream cones!

Pumpkin Cranberry Crisps

So good paired with the Everything But The Bagel dip!

Honey Roasted Pumpkin Ravioli

Cheese and pumpkin filling what’s not to love?

Apricot Cherry Cranberry Goat’s Milk Cheese

100% including one of these in my next cheese and charcuterie board!

Pumpkin Butternut Squash Bisque

There were so many different types of soups in stock! How good does this pumpkin bisque look?

Harvest Chili

Also this chili!

Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie

Couldn’t resist grabbing one of these to try…

Pumpkin Pie Perfect Bar

My favorite protein bars now come in PUMPKIN!

Pumpkin Spice Coffee

Who needs Starbucks when you can make your own pumpkin spice coffee at home?

Large Pumpkins

My Trader Joe’s had allllll the pumpkins and gourds. If you can’t make it out to a patch soon TJs has you covered!

Spiced Cider

Head’s up this cider is GREAT to use in my Apple Cider Margarita recipe

Fall Leaf Corn Tortilla Chips

How to make snack time more fun? Fall-themed chips!

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If you’re craving a fruity and refreshing alcohol-free drink then look no further than this strawberry mint margarita mocktail recipe. Y’all know I LOVE my margs and these are nearly as good as the real thing and perfect for indulging in on a hot day. This recipe is very easy to whip up in a blender and can easily be modified based on what ingredients you have on hand. I actually made my own mint simple syrup, but if you’re looking to throw these together quickly you can just blend mint leaves directly into the drink or skip them entirely. The yummy combo of strawberry, orange and lime is just as tasty! Oh this is a great recipe for making in bulk too if you’re hosting guests or having a party

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OUTFIT DETAILS // Balloon Sleeve Sweatshirt | Cargo Joggers | Buckle Sandals | Watch | David Yurman Bracelets 

Cooking has been a BIG stress reliever for me the last few weeks. While I previously only had time to make one full-fledged recipe per day (usually dinner) lately I’ve been opting for multi-step recipes at lunch too. All the extra hours in the kitchen have honestly been a very welcome distraction and great way to shift my focus to something else other than the news. Hope y’all are hanging in there!

Since I’ve been spending so much time in my kitchen lately I thought it would be fitting to share some of my essential appliances and tools.

Vitamix 7500 Blender | Hurom HP Slow Juicer

Those who keep up with me on my Instagram story are already aware of how much I love and use my juicer and blender! The juicer was a Christmas gift to myself and since purchasing it I’ve used it nearly every single day. Making a green juice every morning has become part of my daily routine and I can’t recommend this juicer enough. It’s small, takes up minimal counter space and is easy to clean. I actually showed how I wash all the pieces on my story last week! Just check my saved juicing highlights.

I’ve had my Vitamix blender for nearly four years and it’s still going strong. It’s the best you can get because it’s so powerful and will blend just about anything into a smooth liquid. I use at least 3-4x a week for making fruit smoothies! You can also use a Vitamix for making soups, nut milks, food processing, doughs and more!

Breville Air Convection Toaster Oven (now 20% off) | Cuisinart Grind Brew Auto Coffee Maker

My two other most-used appliances are my toaster oven and coffee maker. Now that Nick is working from home, I make coffee for us both every morning. We both prefer regular brewed coffee over any fancy pod-style coffee and this pot gets the job done. It can brew up to 12 cups and even grind whole beans!

We’ve only owned a toaster oven for a few months and I’m honestly not sure how we went so long without one. I literally never use our large oven now! This one can do it all— bake, broil, air fry, toast, reheat, warm and roast. I use it at least twice a day!

5-Piece Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set

I use this stainless steel mixing bowl set multiple times a week for a variety of purposes. Mostly for tossing salads, but also for mixing ingredients in any recipe. I love the size variety– the big bowls are great for when I’m making a meal for Nick and myself. The small ones I use for whipping together a dressing or when I’m making something small just for me. Each bowl comes with an airtight lid as well!

Sodastream Sparkling Water Maker | Rolling Kitchen Cart (now 20% off) | Ceramic Planter + Snake Plant | Similar Wire Fruit Bowl | Hardwood Wine Rack | Kitchen Mat | Metal Trash Can

I can’t get enough of my Sodastream! This is another tool that I wish I would’ve purchased sooner. I LIVE on sparkling water and don’t even want to think about how much I’ve spent buying cans and bottles over the years. If you love sparkling drinks like me you need one of these in your life. It’s so easy to use, takes up hardly any counter space and doesn’t even need to be plugged in! You can also add flavor to your water using any type of fresh juice or with these Sodastream fruit drops.

Ceramic Latte Bowl Set | Ceramic Pasta Bowl Set (now 20% off!)

Anyone else use bowls way more often than dishes? Ever since I got a set of these wide shallow rim pasta bowls, I’ve hardly served a meal on a flat plate. These are the perfect in-between of a dish and bowl because there’s enough flat space for a main and two sides, plus all your food stays in your dish (perfect for messy eaters!) For cereal, soups and anything dish that’s meant to be served in a traditional bowl, I loooove these ceramic latte bowls! They come in so many fun colors!

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If you’d asked me a week ago if I’d be blogging about vitamins and how I’m boosting my immune system— I wouldn’t have believed you. It’s wild how much can change in seven days, yet here we are starting a brand new week with most of society being encouraged to say at home and self-quarantine.

I’ve been posting updates daily to my Instagram Story about how Nick and I are adjusting to life now that #socialdistancing has become the new normal. Nick’s company thankfully made the decision Friday to have all employees work from home indefinitely and I couldn’t be happier to have him safe in our apartment with me. I was a nervous wreck all of last week thinking of him riding the train and subway everyday to and from the city.

For now we’ve decided to stay put in our apartment in Jersey City. I would love nothing more than to pick up and head to my grandparent’s house in Pennsylvania, but their health comes first and we don’t want to risk spreading any germs to them at this time. Our plan is to keep self quarantining on our own for at least a week, see how we’re feeling and then re-visit heading to one of our families homes to ride out this storm.

You can read more about how to best prepare + protect your family if coronavirus does spread in your community on the CDC website here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/index.html

Since nothing is more important than health and safety at this time, I thought it would be fitting to share the vitamins I’ve been taking to boost my immune system and give my body the nutrients it needs while I’m growing my little one

I actually began taking all of these supplements at the beginning of my pregnancy and the only changes I’ve recently made are just upping my dosage of Vitamin C.

Disclaimer: my OBGYN approved the supplements and dosages I’m taking, however please always consult your own doctor first and do your own research. I am also not claiming any of these vitamins prevent or treat coronavirus— I was taking all of these supplements prior to the outbreak.

THE BEST VITAMINS TO BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

My Daily Vitamins
Prenatal Vitamin (x2 capsules)
Vitamin C (1000mg)
Probiotic (x1 capsule)
Vitamin D (5000 IUI/125mcg)
Folate + B6 + B12 (x1 capsule)
Dandelion Root (x2 capsules)

Innate Response Formulas Baby & Me Multivitamin – 2 capsules per day

This is the prenatal vitamin I’ve been taking daily! I actually already blogged about it in my First Trimester Recap + Q&A here.

Thorne Vitamin C Supplement – 1000mg per day (2 capsules)

Vitamin C is a key antioxidant, protecting cells throughout the body from free radical damage. It plays an integral role in the production of cellular energy, and is essential for the proper metabolism of carbohydrates and the synthesis of fats and proteins. Vitamin C also helps break down cholesterol, promotes wound healing, and helps maintain healthy immune function.

Thorne D-5,000 Supplement – 5000 IUI/125mcg (1 capsule)

Vitamin D is the sunshine vitamin! The best way to get vitamin D naturally is from being outside and sun exposure, which is something many of us probably aren’t getting enough of right now. Vitamin D is an essential bone-building that also supports muscles, nerves and the immune system.

Thorne Methyl-Guard Plus Supplement – 1 capsule

I began taking Thorne Methyl-Guard Plus Supplement which contains Folate + B6 + B12 after discovering I have a partial MTHFR gene mutation and was deficient in Vitamin B. To summarize, this supplement supports heart‚ blood vessel‚ brain‚ and bone health by enhancing healthy methylation. Folate is also an essential vitamin for pregnancy that promotes the healthy growth and development of your baby.

Mama’s Select Probiotics –  1 capsule

Taking a daily probiotic can help balance the bacteria in your digestive system and restore the health of your gut. In pregnant women it can with a number of digestive issues such as occasional constipation, cramping, heartburn, morning sickness, diarrhea, gas and bloating. A probiotic supplement can can also help strengthen the immune system of mothers and babies.

Wild Harvest Dandelion Root – 2400mg per day (2 capsules)

Dandelion root nourishes the liver and helps balance sodium and potassium during pregnancy. I take half as many capsules per day as I am months pregnant. 4 months pregnant = 2 capsules

MY HUSBAND’S VITAMINS
Vitamin C (1000mg)
Vitamin D (5000 IUI/125mcg)

I could not stop laughing reading all the DMs I got in response to revealing how difficult it is for me to get Nick to take his vitamins! Getting husbands to cooperate and swallow a pill is like pulling teeth! I’m glad I’m not alone LOL. I’ve been trying my best to get Nick to take vitamin C and D…  Gummies definitely have helped a lot in getting these key vitamins down the hatch!

Mary Ruth’s Vitamin C Gummies – 1000mg (5 gummies per day + 1 vitamin v capsule)

Nick hates swallowing pills so I recently ordered him these Vitamin C gummies. He loves the taste and will eat them like candy, but the only downside is the dosage of vitamin C is quite low compared to what you can get from a capsule. I’ve been trying my best to get him to take 5 gummies per day + 1 vitamin c capsules for a total of 1000 mg.

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What’s your favorite place to shop? I wonder how many women would reply with ‘Trader Joe’s’ as their answer. I can tell ya that this girl would!

I used to despise grocery shopping when we lived in Manhattan. I never was able to figure out a good weekly routine of when to go to avoid the masses and I hated having to walk home multiple blocks carrying heavy bags.

Now that we live in Jersey City I kinda love grocery shopping. It’s funny. I actually still shop in Manhattan because the Trader Joe’s Chelsea location is just a block away from my go-to pilates studio and the PATH train stop. However when I do feel like driving I’ll go to the Hoboken, NJ store, however I find items there sell out quickly and there isn’t as much selection.

I often post about my Trader Joe’s finds to my Instagram Story, but thought it would be helpful to do a big recap of everything I’ve shopped for and tried recently. PS if you’re interested in reading about my all-time favorite TJs products I posted a list of them here.

New Trader Joe’s Products + Grocery Haul

Shaved Brussel Sprouts & Pancetta- I love this sautéing this combo together as an easy side dish! So good with a balsamic glaze. Check out my Cooking highlight on my Instagram Story for the recipe.

Buffalo Style Chicken Dip- I’m a major chip & dip girl so the second I saw this I had to buy it. We’re serving it at our gender announcement party this weekend so I’ll keep you posted on our thoughts!

Sour Scandinavian Swimmers & French Macarons– Warning: you will become addicted to these Sour Patch Kid-style gummies so buy with caution! Nick and I are obsessed– perfect amount of sweet and sour! I also like to buy the macarons as an occasional sweet treat. Serving ’em at our gender announcement party this weekend too!

Chicken Enchiladas– my go-to easy weeknight dinner recently that’s perfect for two people. You just have to bake ’em in the oven for 25 minutes and that’s it! I like to top with a dollop of sour cream and guacamole.

Cinnamon Rolls & Overnight Oats– Love me a sweet breakfast treat! I like to buy these cinnamon rolls occasionally when we have guests (my sis visited two weeks ago) and for long lazy weekends. I also recently tried the overnight oats and while I did like the taste, I probably won’t regularly buy just because I’m more of a greek yogurt kinda girl.

Coconut Oil– one of my go-to Trader Joe’s favorites! I use this for a variety of things: cooking, baking, as a moisturizing hair mask, etc.

Corn Dogs & Pastry Pups– For some reason I craved corn dogs and pigs in a blanket SO MUCH my first trimester. I didn’t have much energy to cook and these were so easy to pop in the microwave or toaster oven. Not the healthiest snack, but there’s nothing wrong with treating yourself on occasion.

Fettuccini Alfredo- made this for dinner for the first time this week and really enjoyed it!

Lemon Ginger Cayenne Cold Pressed Juice & Coconut Carrot Cold Pressed Juice– I definitely don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables, so juices and smoothies have been go-to way of getting these valuable nutrients for years. I typically make these myself at home with fresh organic produce, but when I’m on the go I’ll grab a bottled juice from TJs. I tried both of these recently and enjoyed both, however I definitely prefer a juice with a green base.

Pitted Kalamata Olives– I add these to all of my salads!

Potato Pancakes- I haven’t purchased these in years, but pregnancy has me craving allllll types of things. So yummy with sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt as a healthy alternative)

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies- treated myself to these cookies on a recent trip. Dangerously yummy!

Gluten Free Granola & Gluten Free Whole Grain Bread- some of my breakfast staples. I love adding this granola on top of Greek yogurt, however it’s yummy on it’s own too with milk. I use this gluten free bread for avocado toast!

Tea Tree Hand Wash- I’ve always been told that I need to try TJs beauty products and I finally caved. This hand wash is my first buy and I love the scent!

Trader Joe’s Products I’ve Spotted In Store

These next few items are all things I’ve spotted in store while shopping, but have yet to pull the trigger on buying. Your girl here can only eat so much Still wanted to share in case any of these things peek your interest!

Brownie Crisp Coffee Ice Cream Sandwiches & Soft-Baked Snickerdoodles

Plant Based Burgers

Coconut Whipped Topping

Philly Cheesesteak Bao Buns

Ginger Turmeric Herbal Tea & Turmeric Ginger Coconut Beverage

Grilled Rosemary Boneless Chicken Breast

Peanut Butter Cartwheel Cookies & Chocolate Covered Sea Salt Butterscotch Caramels

Cucumber Citrus Face and Body Wipes

Hibiscus Tea and Lemonade Beverage & Lemon Ginger Seltzer Water

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PRODUCTS PICTURED // Wood Serving Tray | Mason Jar Drinking Glasses | Cinnamon Sticks | Banana Pumpkin Bread Candle

The last few weeks I’ve spent debating whether or not I should try to come up with another fall cocktail recipe. I mean, is there really another drink that comes close to being as good as last year’s apple cider margaritas?? Seeing how much y’all loved that recipe was everything to me, but it definitely put on some pressure to make sure that any future drinks I share are just as tasty!

OUTFIT DETAILS // Cheetah Sweater | Black Leggings | Peep Toe Booties

Up until last Friday I hadn’t been able to think of any unique autumn-themed drinks that I thought would be worthy of a post. I’m so picky when it comes to cocktails and I didn’t want to make something that you could already easily find on Pinterest. You’re probably rolling your eyes right now thinking, “does chick really think pumpkin spice drinks are groundbreaking?”

Trust me this isn’t what you think! I promise! I’ve made it no secret on Instagram how much I dislike pumpkin spice lattes– the flavor seriously tastes like dirt!!! These drinks may have pumpkin in the them, but the spice is completely different. It’s REAL spice and so so good!

What I love most about this pumpkin margarita recipe is how it perfectly marries sweet and savory flavors all with a hint of heat. It’s also incredible easy to customize based on your own taste preferences!

INGREDIENTS YOU CAN ORDER ONLINE // Pumpkin Pie Spice | Chili Powder | Pumpkin Puree | Lime Juice | Cinnamon Sticks

When it hit me that jalapeño and pumpkin justtttt might be tasty together, I hopped over to Walmart.com as fast as I could to place an order for the ingredients. Walmart.com‘s new Next Day Delivery service is game changer when you need something fast. In my case it was pumpkin puree, cinnamon sticks, lime juice and mason jars!

This rim y’all… If it were up to me, every cocktail would have to be served with a delicious rim! I tested a few different combinations of spices for this drink and nothing compared to the mix of pumpkin pie spice, sugar, salt and chili powder. YUM! PS how cute are these harvest-themed appetizer plates? The perfect size for serving small bites! Or for using as a dish to rim cocktail glasses

Walmart makes it super easy to get all your fall entertaining needs (along with every other necessity under the sun!) as fast as possible. I placed my Walmart Next Day Delivery order on Friday morning and by Saturday afternoon I had everything I needed to create the recipe you’ll find below. I mean, fall passes by in the blink of an eye– better to take advantage of allllll the drinks, foods, and activities when you think of it right?  I was shocked that not only did my items get to me so quickly, but that Walmart had every random thing that I needed and it was all eligible for overnight delivery.

To shop Next Day Delivery at Walmart all you have to do is open Walmart.com on your phone (or computer!) There at the top of the website you’ll immediately see the option for Next Day Delivery— turn that switch on and you’re ready to shop! FYI all the ingredients I linked for this drink are Next Day Delivery eligible, so you can start making these as soon as tomorrow!!

Searching for cute inexpensive cocktail glasses? I ordered this pack of 12 mason jars for just $10!

A few drink notes and suggested modifications!

SKIP THE SPICY
Not into spicy drinks? Don’t worry. This recipe is just as tasty if you skip the ingredients with heat. To make these spicy-free, simply omit the chipotle powder from the rim seasoning and don’t add jalapeños in your shaker.

FOR A MORE SMOKEY & HEARTY FLAVOR
Swap out the tequila and instead use mezcal!

NON-ALCOHOLIC VERSION
To make this non-alcoholic for kiddos or mamas-to-be, you just have to nix the tequila and cointreau and up the quantities of lime juice and apple cider. Now you’ve got yourself an easy and delicious harvest punch!

Big thank you to Walmart for sponsoring this post!

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I missed you Trader Joes!!! If you can even believe it… Until yesterday I had not shopped at TJs in over THREE MONTHS. I’m not sure how I survived the summer without a visit to my favorite grocery store. I guess that’s how you know you’ve been busy?

Allllll the fall things were out in full force at my local Hoboken, New Jersey store. The second I walked through the sliding doors I was greeted by an overwhelmingly delicious cinnamon scent and pumpkins galore. Heavenly!!! So I didn’t buy a ton of groceries on this trip… I left with a bunch of my go-to products (you can read more about my favorites here) and a few seasonal items that were too tempting to resist. More on those below!

My mom is going to be so proud of me LOL. She’s been trying to get me to cut down on gluten and dairy for years! While she was in town for my bridal shower she got me to try some gluten free toast (surprisingly wasn’t that bad) so when I saw these gf pumpkin bagels I knew I had to give ’em a shot. I had one for breakfast this morning with the pumpkin cream cheese (worth the dairy intake) and it was SO DELICIOUS.

Some random things I bought for lunches and dinners! I’ve always eyed TJs turkey burgers so I’m excited to try ’em topped with avocado. I’ve also heard good things about the almond butter turmeric dressing… Could be good paired with those shaved brussel sprouts? The tomato red pepper soup is also going to be so good for lunch on cooler autumn days. I’ve been buying it for years!

Ugh I loooooove this garlic naan bread! It’s especially delish topped with pesto sauce and cheese. As a healthier alternative I bought this 99% lactose free almond cheese shread… Fingers crossed it’s tasty!

My sweet tooth is REAL. No matter how full I am from dinner I always need something sweet! As much as I wanted the seasonal pumpkin ice cream, I resisted and opted for these gluten and dairy-free options instead. Can’t wait to try the pumpkin bark!

I freaked when I saw my all-time favorite protein bars come in PUMPKIN! It’s a limited time flavor so if you see it at your store definitely snag one before these sell out. Another one of my go-to TJ protein products is the vanilla almond spiced chai– it’s so tasty and refreshing!

I can’t tell you how much willpower it took not to get a creamy ranch or dairy-packed cheese dip to pair with these leaf-shaped tortilla chips. Ugh such a struggle! I hope that this cashew dip will get the job done. Lots of you told me on Instagram that it’s delicious!

Alrighty so everything else you’re about to see were products I spotted in the store that I think y’all might love! As much as I wish I could’ve bought it all, your girl can only eat so much AND has a wedding dress to fit into in three weeks. Eeeek! Please someone try this pumpkin ravioli and harvest alfredo sauce so I can live vicariously through you!

I mean… The options of what you could top with this cinnamon bun spread are endless! Ice cream, pancakes, waffles, croissants, cocktail glass rim… LAWD.

More seasonal goodness! I was really intrigued by the pumpkin bisque, but was worried it might be too sweet. Have any of you tried it???

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