Red, White, and Blueberry Bread

In honor of the 4th of July, I have another healthy recipe for you.  I really love quick breads, and this one is amazing!  It is full of berries, coconut, and….you’d never guess…zucchini!  Did I mention that it is vegan and gluten-free?  This is practically the perfect recipe!

Red, White, and Blueberry Bread Recipe | Amanda's ApronOk, I’ll admit it.  My bread isn’t as white as it could be, but I experimented with coconut sugar and loved how it turned out.  If you want a more true white color to the bread, feel free to use white sugar.  If you don’t need to worry about gluten, feel free to use all purpose flour, too.

Sweet & Salty Popcorn

Here’s another fun recipe that could be adapted to any holiday based on the food coloring chosen.  Since 4th of July is rapidly approaching, I attempted red, white, and blue popcorn.  The red & white worked, but the blue was a fail.  I’ll have to experiment with blueberries or something in order to get a good, healthy, natural blue food dye into my repertoire.  Though the blue didn’t work out, it was still delicious!!!

Old Fashioned Red, White, and Blue Mini Trifles

Independence Day is one of my favorite holidays!  I’m proud to be an American and slightly embarrassed to admit that I cry at nearly any patriotic song.  I love the lyrics & music to patriotic songs, I’m grateful for the men & women who put their lives on the line for our freedom, I really enjoy summer grilling, and having game night and fireworks with friends and family each year is priceless to me.  So, in anticipation for this great day, I’ve got a light, healthy dessert for you.  (Because we all know the meal preceding Independence Day dessert is anything but light!)




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