Thursday, August 30, 2012

Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies & Frush (Giveaway)

Yayy for Thursday! Josh, Kay and I all have a cold and are ready for a relaxing weekend. What are you up to this weekend? We have a family BBQ and I am turning 30 on Sunday. So crazy! I thought I would feel nervous or upset at the thought of turning 30, but it really doesn’t bother me one darn bit! I have always felt that birthdays are only depressing if you haven’t accomplished what you wanted to by the time you get to that age. Thoughts?

I am meeting up with a pregnant friend this week to discuss daycare options and general questions about mommy-hood. Since she has a gluten sensitivity, I decided to make her GF chocolate chip cookies. I purchased almond meal (TJs brand of course) and then set out to make this recipe.

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The outcome:

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These are totally delicious! If you’re looking for a GF treat, give them a go!

I was recently contacted by Frush to try out their yogurt and fruit shakes which are made with real fruit, rich and creamy yogurt and all natural health boosters (disclaimer: I received the samples for free). (For more information visit www.gofrush.com, www.facebook.com/gofrush and www.originfoodgroup.com.)

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I received four flavors to try: blueberry, strawberry banana, strawberry, and peach. I was planning to have a big Frush tasting party, but am a little party hosting out (between Kaylin’s birthday, the bachelorette party dinner and the baby shower- I’m exhausted!). In lieu of the in person party, I decide to provide the Frush to friends to try. So far all of the feedback has been pretty positive! I think peach is the favorite flavor. The only complaint I’ve received is that the sugar content is a little high.

Josh and I have tried the Frush on its own and with protein mixed in:

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I think Frush is a great grab and go breakfast option. I have coupons for $1 off any two Frush. If you would like one, please shoot me an email (itzyskitchen at gmail dot com) and I will send coupons off to the first five emailers!

16 comments:

Renee@Mykitchenadventures said...

I have never seen this product. I will be looking for it though. I just love trying new things. Happpppy Bday to you! I was never bothered by 30. 40 kind of made me a little uneasy. NOT looking forward to 50. Haha! Enjoy!

Shannon G said...

those cookies look great!! 30 wasn't all that bad for me, no need to worry ;) HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

Carly said...

I don't think I've tried a gluten-free product yet. Might have to test it out...

Carly said...

P.s. - Happy Early Birthday!!

julie said...

um HELLO 30 is the new 20.
enough about that.

those cookies sound delicious! if i ever get preggers i'm coming to you for advice on how to be a mom. period end of story. hahahaha

Lauren Podolsky said...

You are ALWAYS thinking of others it makes my heart so happy to call you a friend. I love that you show your love through baking. I do the same with cooking because if I left it up to make baking skills, I would probably offend people. :) Have a good weekend love!

Singerinkitchen said...

Turning 30 is great but here is someone who is turning 34 and a bit scared giving you this advice! LOL Hope you all feel better!

itzyskitchen said...

Thanks girl!

itzyskitchen said...

Thank you!!

itzyskitchen said...

Ha. You're so sweet. <3

itzyskitchen said...

Thank you!!! You're the sweetest! I don't think you give your baking enough credit!!

Averie Cooks said...

your cookies look awesome and way to go making them GF, too!

Steph @cookinfanatic said...

Welcome to the 3-0 club girl! I've been lovin it so far and def didn't expect all that leaving my 20s behind ;) it's awesome tho - and I just adore your outlook on bdays too! Wish I could celebrate in person with ya but I'll just have to wish u happy bday from VA I suppose... Enjoy your weekend!!

MegLIBTF said...

Ok I'm going for 3 for 3 on this giveaway! ;) I never even thought about using almond meal to make GF cookies, what a good idea!
By the way, happy early birthday! I never would have guessed you are turning 30!

Lori and Michelle said...

gf cookies look great! that is so nice of you to make them for her :)

Faith said...

Oh, Happy Birthday!!! I hope you have a fabulous day! Yum, the cookies look amazing and it was so sweet of you to make them for a friend...the best kind of friends are the ones who share chocolate chip cookies, lol! Hope you, Josh, and Kay have a wonderful holiday weekend and feel better soon!