My kids love helping me in the kitchen and being able to teach them basic cooking skills is my favorite. I picture them in their own house knowing how to make spaghetti and meatballs or chocolate chunk cookies because we spent so much time doing them together when they were younger. These banana chocolate chip cookies are one of the recipes I know they will have memorized by the time they get their own place.

What Are Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delicious breakfast or snack option that is packed with healthy nutrients like fiber, protein, and healthy fats. They are perfect for moms who need something filling to satisfy their hunger while nursing or anyone who just loves a good chocolate chip cookie! 

If you’re looking for a tasty and nutritious treat, these banana chocolate chip cookies are a great breakfast option, great for nursing moms, and easy to customize.

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Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Ingredients 

Made with just a few simple ingredients, these cookies are easy to make and can be easily customized to your liking. Here’s what you’ll need to get started:

• Sugar– You will need both brown sugar and white sugar for this recipe. Use the measuring cup to scoop and pack your sugar.
• Butter– I used unsalted butter. Be sure to let the butter soften before using it in this recipe.
• Bananas– You will need about 2 medium-sized ripe bananas. Smash them up to make 1/2 a cup.
• Egg– Room temperature eggs work best when baking. Leave your egg out with the butter.
• Flour– Do not pack the flour. Instead, use a spoon to scoop the flour into the measuring cup and then level it off with a butter knife.
• Oats– You can use either quick oats or old-fashioned oats if you prefer chunkier cookies.
• Baking soda and powder– You will need both baking soda and baking powder. This is what makes your cookies rise.
• Vanilla– You can use pure vanilla extract or vanilla flavoring.
• Chocolate chips– I used semi-sweet chocolate chips, but you could use dark chocolate for more nutritional benefits. Dark chocolate is suggested for nursing moms!

How to Make Soft and Chewy Banana Cookies

This recipe is very simple and can be easily followed by anyone, even those with no baking experience. Here are the detailed instructions:

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Combine Butter and Sugar

In a large bowl combine butter and sugars. Beat on low with an electric hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Add Egg and Vanilla

Add the egg, vanilla and bananas. Mix on low until combined. Set aside.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate large bowl, combine sifted flour and baking soda, baking powder, salt, and oats. Whisk to combine.

Step 5: Combine Dry Ingredients and Wet Ingredients

Next, add the wet ingredients gradually to the dry ingredients. Add ½ or 1 cup at a time, beat on low until combined, and then continue with the next batch.

Step 6: Add Chocolate Chips

Fold in chocolate chips.

Step 7: Roll into Balls

Scoop 2 tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into balls. Then, arrange the cookie balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper at least 2 inches apart. Don’t press down!

Step 8: Bake the Cookies

Finally, bake the cookies for 11-13 minutes (the time varies due to different ovens).

Step 9: Let them Cool

Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack.

The cookies will have a quite soft center inside.

Once they cool down they will set well and the texture inside remains soft, with lots of banana flavor and buttery. Enjoy!

How Many Calories are in Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Depending on the size of your cookies and the other ingredients you choose to add, Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies can contain anywhere from 150 to 200 calories per cookie. This makes them a great treat or snack option that will keep you feeling satisfied without adding too many extra calories to your daily intake.

Are These Cookies Gluten-Free? 

No, these cookies are not gluten-free. If you want to make them gluten-free, you would need to use almond flour,  coconut flour, or another gluten-free flour. 

Are These Cookies Good for Breakfast?

Yes, these cookies are a great breakfast option! They are packed with fiber, and protein, and will keep you full until lunchtime. 

Lactation Friendly Cookies

These cookies are also great for nursing moms! The oats and chocolate chips (I suggest using dark chocolate) help to increase milk production, and the chocolate chips contain antioxidants that can help boost the immune system, as well as provide important nutrients like calcium and iron. I do suggest using dark chocolate and adding a tablespoon of ground flaxseed and Brewer’s yeast to the batter. This will create a powerful lactation cookie!

In addition, some research has found that consuming moderate amounts of dark chocolate may help increase breast milk production in nursing moms. If you are a nursing mother, you may want to try some of my other lactation-friendly cookies such as my No-Bake Lactation Energy Bites, or my Monster Lactation Cookies.

How to Store Leftovers

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.

Can I Freeze Them? 

Yes, you can freeze these cookies. You can wrap them individually in plastic wrap and store them in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Other Cookies to Try

We love a good cookie in our house. Here are some other favorites to try:

• Starbucks Chocolate Chunk Cookies
• Espresso Cookies
• Double Chocolate Mint Crinkle Cookies
• Lemon Sugar Cookies

Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Yield: 16 cookies

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 13 minutes

Total Time: 33 minutes

A soft and chewy cookie that is loaded with fiber, protein and healthy fats.

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Ingredients

• ½ cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium bananas)
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 large egg
• 1 and ½ cup all purpose flour
• 2 cups quick oats or old fashioned oats for a more chunky cookie
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ - ¾ cup semi sweet chocolate chips (½ is usually enough but if you want to intensify banana chocolate flavor add 3/4 cup)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 F.

In a large bowl combine butter and sugars. Beat on low with an electric hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth and creamy.

Add egg, vanilla. Mix on low until combined. Set aside.

In a separate large bowl, combine sifted flour and baking soda, baking powder, salt, and oats. Whisk to combine and add to wet ingredients gradually. Add ½ or 1 cup at a time, beat on low until combined, and then continue with the next batch.

Mix until ingredients are almost combined.

Fold in chocolate chips.

Scoop 2 tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into balls.

Arrange the cookie balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper at least 2 inches apart. Don’t press down!

Bake for 11-13 minutes (the time varies due to different ovens).

The cookies will have a quite soft center inside. Once they cool down they will set well and the texture inside remains soft, lots of banana flavor and buttery.

Let cool in the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Don’t substitute sugars. Both sugars should be used to get the best buttery and soft cookie. You can make these cookies only with white sugar, they will still taste good but there will be a
difference.

These cookies will refrigerate very well. Thaw and reheat in the oven. They taste very good when warm!

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Other lactation recipes to try:

I mentioned in the post that these banana oatmeal chocolate chip cookies can easily be turned into a lactation cookie. You can also try some of my other lactation recipes here:

• Monster Lactation Cookies
• Lactation Brownies
• Pumpkin Lactation Bites
• Lactation Energy Bites

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I think that there are 2 official signs of fall. The first is when Starbucks decides to release their fall menu at the end of August. That first sip of a pumpkin spice latte is the true sign that it’s fall. The second is when it’s “officially” fall according to the calendar. I go with the Starbucks schedule instead of the calendar.

Shortly after I had a pumpkin drink from the ‘bucks, I decided my lactation bites needed some fall flavor. My classic lactation bites are good, but these fall inspired pumpkin ones are even better!

What are pumpkin lactation bites?

Lactation bites are a healthy snack for nursing moms that can help increase their milk supply. They are packed with milk boosting ingredients, such as oats, flax and brewers yeast. All of the ingredients combine to create a no bake treat that is packed with necessary nutrients for new moms.

Even though they are called lactation bites, they are a healthy treat for the whole family. They are great in lunch boxes or for after school snacks. The same ingredients that help with lactation are also great for boosting energy for everyone. This pumpkin version takes a classic lactation cookie bite and adds some fall flavors. Lactation bites but make it fall.

Pumpkin lactation bite ingredients

The great thing about these lactation treats is that they are full of good-for-you ingredients, not only for new moms, but for everyone! These things are so good that the whole family will be snacking on them! To make these no bake lactation bites you will need:

• peanut butter
• honey
• pumpkin puree
• oats
• pumpkin pie spice
• chocolate chips
• pumpkin seeds
• flax seed
• brewers yeast

Peanut butter – You will want to use an unsweetened, creamy peanut butter for this recipe. The peanut butter acts as a binder along with the honey.

Honey – This will provide the sweetness to the pumpkin lactation bites. Any honey will work, but I always suggest getting local honey when possible.

Pumpkin puree – This can be found in the baking aisle. You only need 1/4 cup of this recipe, so I suggest saving the rest for other recipes that need pumpkin puree. I suggest trying my homemade pumpkin sauce or pumpkin cider!

Oats – Note you will need rolled oats and quick cook oats for this recipe.

Pumpkin pie spice – Make your own batch of homemade pumpkin pie spice and have it on hand for all your fall baking needs. Don’t want to make it? Grab a jar of it in the baking aisle!

Chocolate chips – Use your favorite chocolate chips in this recipe. Note from my lactation consultant – The higher the cacao content in the chocolate, the better it is for nursing moms. I always try to use dark chocolate, but feel free to use whatever you like.

Pumpkin seeds – These give the pumpkin bites a great crunch!

The following ingredients are what help increase milk production in nursing moms. The ingredients are healthy for anyone, but have a positive effort on milk supply. If you aren’t worry about lactation, feel free to omit them.

Flax seed – Ground flax seed mixes well into these pumpkin lactation bites. It has a slightly earthy taste on it’s own, but that is masked thanks to the honey, peanut butter and pumpkin.

Brewers yeast – You can find Brewers yeast at vitamin stores or on Amazon. It is one of the best ingredients to use to help with milk supply.

How to make fall lactation bites

One of the things that I love about these bites, is that they are no bake and super easy to make. Once you have gathered all your ingredients, you will also need to grab:

• a food processor
• large mixing bowl
• silicone spatula
• measuring cups and spoons

Step 1 Mix together the peanut butter, honey, pumpkin puree, rolled oats, and pumpkin pie spice in your food processor. You will want to pulse it on high a few times until everything is smooth and well combined.

Step 2 Add the dry ingredients Transfer the wet ingredients from the food processor to your large mixing bowl and combine it with the quick cooking oats, mini chocolate chips, and pumpkin seeds. Using your silicone spatula, stir to combine everything together.

Step 3 Form the bites Grab about a tablespoon of the “dough” and roll it in your hand to form a ball. You will want to press it together in your palm so that the pumpkin pie bite doesn’t fall apart. Place on a parchment paper lined baking tray and then in the fridge to harden.

How many lactation cookies should you eat in a day?

I suggest eating 2-3 lactation bites a day. The great thing about these lactation bites is that they are full of good for you ingredients, regardless of if you’re nursing or not. Lactation bites are a great way to help increase your milk supply, but diet, water and proper latch also play a huge role. I have a post full of breastfeeding tips that goes into more detail.

How long does it take for lactation cookie bites to work?

How long it takes for lactation cookies to work depends on the person. Some people are able to see results the same day while it may take a day or two for others. Don’t stress! As long as you are drinking plenty of water and listening to baby, you will do great. The lactation bites are an added milky bonus.

What drinks help with lactation?

There are a ton of drinks that will help with lactation. The key though, is to stay hydrated! Water is always a good choice but some other drinks that will help with milk supply are:

• coconut milk
• Starbucks pink drink
• Starbucks purple drink
• Body Armour
• Mother’s Milk tea
• lactation smoothies

Tips and tricks

The lactation bites are pretty simple to make, but I wanted to provide a few more tips to help you get the best results possible.

• Feel free to use crunchy peanut butter if you’d like a little more crunch.
• Pulse until all of your ingredients until they are smooth.
• You can use a tablespoon scoop to get evenly size bites.
• If you use your hands, coat them in olive oil before shaping the lactation bites.

How to store lactation bites

You will want to store your lactation bites in the fridge to keep them fresh. Place them in a Ziplock bag or Tupperware with a lid. They will stay fresh for up to a week in the fridge.

Can I freeze lactation bites?

You absolutely can! Place the finished bites directly in the freezer on the cookie sheet. Allow them to flash freeze for 1-2 hours. Remove them from the baking tray and put them in a plastic bag. Remove the air and place the bag with the frozen lactation bites in the freezer.

Can I make lactation bites in advance?

Yup! You sure can! The great thing about lactation bites is that you can make them in advance and store them in the freezer until you need them. I have made a batch of lactation bites during my final trimester to have on hand for after baby is born. They are a great snack and help get supply going those first few days.

Other lactation recipes to try

Lactation bites are great, but sometimes you want to switch it up a bit. Some other great lactation recipes to try are:

• The best lactation cookies
• PB&J lactation bites
• Lactation brownies
• Monster lactation cookies
• No bake lactation energy bites

Pumpkin lactation bites

Yield: 24 bites

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Make a milk boosting treat that is perfect for fall!

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Ingredients

• ¼ cup all natural creamy peanut butter
• ¼ cup honey
• ¼ cup pumpkin puree
• ¾ cup rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• ¾ cup quick cook oats
• ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons roasted salted pumpkin seeds
• ¼ cup ground flax seed
• 2 tablespoons Brewers yeast

Instructions

1.     Add the peanut butter, honey, pumpkin puree, rolled oats, and pumpkin pie spice to a food processor. Pulse on high speed until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.

2.     Transfer the wet ingredients to a large bowl and add the quick cooking oats, mini chocolate chips, pumpkin seeds, ground flax and Brewers yeast. Stir to combine.

3.     Scoop out 1 tablespoon sized balls onto a parchment lined baking sheet and roll them into smooth balls.

4.     Transfer the oat balls to the fridge and chill them until they are full set-- about 1 hour.

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M&M energy bites are great for snacks, too! I often take a batch of these to my son’s soccer games for him and his teammates to enjoy after a game. The kids don’t realize these are healthier than just plain candy, they just see the M&M’s and devour them. MOM WIN!

What are M&M Energy Bites?

M&M energy bites are delicious balls of protein consisting of oatmeal and peanut butter. They also have M&M’s to add the chocolate flavor that no one can resist. These M&M energy balls are a great source of protein and would make a great post workout snack!

These energy bites can easily be turned into lactation bites for nursing moms too! You can add Brewer’s yeast, chia seeds and flaxmeal to give them a milky boost. Check out my no-bake lactation bites recipe for amounts to add in.

Homemade Energy Bites Ingredients 

There doesn’t take much to make these amazing balls of awesomeness! Here are the few ingredients you’ll need to make your own M&M energy balls.

• old fashioned rolled oats
• peanut butter
• maple syrup
• m&ms
• cinnamon
• tsp salt

How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites

These M&M energy balls are super quick and easy to make and the best part is they are no bake! Who doesn’t love a delicious, healthier snack that takes only ten minutes to make?!

Step 1: Warm the peanut butter in a microwave safe bowl on high for 20 secs.

Step 2: Add all ingredients to a large bowl, starting with ½ cup maple syrup.

Step 3: Stir with a large wooden spoon until well mixed.

Step 4: Scoop 1.5-2 tablespoons of mixture at a time.

Step 5: Press mixture together in your hands to get it to stick.

Step 6: Roll into a ball and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet.

Step 7: Repeat until all of the balls have been made (using extra maple syrup if you can not get the final balls to stick.)

Step 8: Refrigerate for 30 mins before serving.

Step 9: Remove and allow to come to room temperature before serving.

What Type of Oats Do I Need?

You will want to use old fashioned rolled oats for this energy bites recipe. The old fashioned oats will stay fresh longer than quick oats, making them more desirable for M&M energy bites. Quick oats can be used but your energy bites will probably become mushy sooner than if you used old fashioned oats.

What is the Best Peanut Butter for These Energy Bites?

When it comes to what kind of peanut butter to use for these M&M energy bites, it all comes down to your personal preference. You can use the regular crunchy or smooth peanut butter or you can use a healthier alternative like almond butter. You can use other natural alternatives that are salt and sugar free, making these delicious energy bites much healthier for you.

How can I Make These Healthier?

These M&M energy bites are amazing as is, but are you looking to make some healthier choices? Decrease the amount and the size of the chocolate m&ms. Moving to the mini size will decrease the amount of sugar in the recipe. You can also use cocoa nibs or vegan chocolate chips instead of m&ms. Using all natural peanut butter (with no added salt or sugar) will still taste delicious but you will have less guilt about eating a few at a time.

How to make these lactation bites

These energy bites are great for the whole family, but they can easily be turned into lactation bites for nursing moms. Yay! Lactation recipes are really just recipes with natural, healthy ingredients. And occasionally some chocolate. You can quickly turn these into milk makers by adding in Brewer’s yeast, flaxseed meal and chia seeds. Those are all healthy ingredients for everyone in the family – but they increase lactation in nursing mamas!

How to Store Leftovers

Make extra energy bites to eat later? The best way to store your leftover energy bites is to place them in a ziplock bag or an airtight container. You will leave them in the fridge until you are ready for them. You will want to give them 5-7 minutes to come to room temperature once you pull them out of the fridge again to eat. They can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Can I Freeze Them?

Yes! You absolutely can! Place them in the freezer after they are one the baking sheet and allow them to flash freeze. Then toss them into a plastic bag and back into the freezer they go. I love freezing these energy bites for lunches! They thaw out just in time for my kiddos lunch time and they don’t get mushy.

M&M Energy Bites

Yield: 20-24 bites

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Additional Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

The kids (and adults!) will love these easy energy bites!

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Ingredients

• 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup warmed peanut butter
• ½-¾ cup maple syrup
• ⅓ cup chocolate m&ms
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• ⅛ tsp salt

Instructions

1. Warm the peanut butter in a microwave safe bowl on high for 20 secs.
2. Add all ingredients to a large bowl, starting with ½ cup maple syrup.
3. Stir with a large wooden spoon until well mixed.
4. Scoop 1.5-2 tablespoons of mixture at a time.
5. Press mixture together in your hands to get it to stick.
6. Roll into a ball and place on parchment lined cookie sheet.
7. Repeat until all of the balls have been made (using extra maple syrup if you can not get the final balls to stick.
8. Refrigerate for 30 mins before serving.
9. Remove and allow to come to room temperature before serving.

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Other Energy Bites to Try 

Did you fall in love with these M&M energy bites? Here are some other amazing bites to try!

• Gluten free cookie dough bites
• No-bake lactation bites
• Pumpkin energy bites
• Cinnamon apple bites
• Almond joy bites

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Are you a breastfeeding mom trying to enhance your milk supply so that you won’t run out? If so, you’re probably looking for foods that will help you with your supply. Instead of buying expensive products that don’t always work, try these delicious PB&J Lactation Bites. You can make them with ease using fresh ingredients and then watch how well they’ll start to work for you! It’s even better knowing you’ll enjoy what you’re eating because these bites are delicious.

What are lactation bites?

Lactation bites consist of nutritional ingredients designed to help increase the supply of milk for breastfeeding women. The lactation bites contain some of the most helpful ingredients, such as brewers’ yeast, fresh fruit, and peanut butter. These bites are also great for the rest of the family!

My kids love when I make a batch of homemade lactation bites. They just call them energy balls. The extra ingredients in them that help increase milk also provide great benefits to the whole family!

What’s in homemade lactation bites?

The great thing about these lactation energy bites is that they are made with real food ingredients. Everything is not only nursing mom friendly, but good for the whole family as well! To make these lactation bites you will need:

• oats
• peanut butter
• mashed banana
• maple syrup
• freeze dried strawberries
• ground flaxseed
• brewer’s yeast
• chia seeds

Oats – You will want to use rolled oats for this recipe. Instant oats will become mushy when combined with the other ingredients.

Peanut butter – A creamy peanut butter works best for these lactation bites. I also would suggest a low-sugar peanut butter as well. You will get sweetness from the maple syrup and the apple sauce so a low or no sugar peanut butter would make these even healthier.

Banana– You will need 1/4 cup of a ripe mashed banana. This gives the bites a ton of flavor!

Maple syrup – This provides the sweetness to the bites and also helps bind everything together.

Freeze dried strawberries – You can find these in the pantry aisle of most grocery stores. You can also switch out the fruit and use others instead of strawberries.

Ground flaxseed – This that helps with lactation. I use ground flax seed in most of my lactation recipes.

Flax seed full of Omega 3 fatty acids and fiber. Flax seed has been found to lower cholesterol, blood pressure and helps keep you full due to high amounts of protein.

I suggest Spectrum Organics ground flax seed.

Brewers yeast – This is another known milk producing ingredient. It is packed with fiber and vitamin B. It helps with blood sugar levels, to boost your immunity and aids in anemia. There are also a host of other benefits to using Brewers yeast in your diet.

I’ve always use Solgar’s Brewer’s yeast for my lactation recipes.

Chia seeds – These are tiny seeds that swell up when liquid is added to them. They help keep you full and provide additional heath benefits. You can find chia seeds in most baking aisles.

If you are NOT a nursing mom, feel free to leave out the last 2 ingredients. These are a great snack for the whole family!

How to Make Peanut Butter Lactation Bites

Follow the simple steps below to have your own lactation bites!

Step 1: Mix Peanut Butter, Banana, and Syrup

Grab a bowl and add your peanut butter, banana, and maple syrup into it, mixing them together for a minute or two. This is where I add in all the lactation boosting ingredients as well. Mix in your brewers yeast, flax seed and chia. Combine well.

Step 2: Add Oatmeal the Strawberries

Next, add your oatmeal to the bowl with the freeze-dried strawberries and mix the ingredients together. This is also were you will mix in your lactation ingredients. Add in the flaxseed, Brewers yeast and chia seeds to turn these energy bites into milk making snacks!

Step 3: Roll into Mini Balls

Then, grab the mixture with clean hands and roll it into mini balls.

Step 4: Allow to Chill

Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and then place them in the fridge, allowing them to chill before you eat them.

Serve and Enjoy!

What is brewer’s yeast?

Brewer’s yeast is a type of yeast best known for its nutritional value. It’s commonly added to different food products and used as a nutritional supplement. It can help increase milk production in no time. You can find it at most health food stores.

Can I use other fruit?

It’s best to use bananas in this recipe because it mixes well with the peanut butter, oats, and other ingredients. However, you can use any freeze-dried fruit you’d like. If you don’t want to use strawberries, you can use freeze-dried blueberries or raspberries when preparing these PB&J Lactation Bites.

How do I store these lactation bites?

Store your PB&J Lactation Bites in the fridge or freezer. If you’re going to store them in the freezer, make sure you’re putting them in a plastic food storage container with a lid beforehand. When storing them in the fridge, you can leave them on the baking sheet with parchment paper or transfer them over to a food storage container once they get cold from sitting in the fridge for several hours.

Can I freeze them?

Yes! You can make these PB&J Lactation Bites in advance and freeze them so that you won’t have to stress over running out of them when you need them the most. You never know when you might want to eat these delicious treats because you’re struggling with milk production and want to get a steady flow of milk coming out for you to give to store and feed to your little one.

PB&J Lactation Bites

Yield: 20 bites

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Homemade lactation bites that taste like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich!

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Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup freeze dried strawberries
• 1/4 cup mashed banana
• 2 tablespoons brewers yeast
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds

Instructions

1. Grab a bowl and add your peanut butter, banana, and maple syrup into it, mixing them together for a minute or two.
2. Add your oatmeal to the bowl with the freeze-dried strawberries and mix the ingredients together.
3. Stir in the flaxseed, brewers yeast and the chia seeds.
4. Grab the mixture with clean hands and roll it into mini balls.
5. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and then place them in the fridge, allowing them to chill before you eat them.
6. Serve and Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 20 Serving Size: 1 bite
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 150Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 64mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 3gSugar: 6gProtein: 5g

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Other Lactation Recipes to Try

1. Lactation Brownies
2. No-Bake Lactation Energy Bites
3. Monster Lactation Cookies
4. The Best Lactation Cookies
5. No Bake Lactation Bites

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Lactation what?! Oh yes. Lactation BROWNIES! And don’t worry – they don’t taste like cardboard or oats at all. These brownies are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside and full of good for you ingredients that will increase your milk supply.

After my 3rd baby was born I swore by lactation energy bites. I had them on hand for the first few months after he was born. Now with baby number 4, I am all about these lactation brownies! It’s probably because I saw a few brands selling lactation brownies online. I thought that was a great idea, I just didn’t want to pay that much for a brownie. So I made my own!

What are lactation brownies?

These brownies are made from scratch and include great milk boosting ingredients like ground flax seed, brewer’s yeast, and dark chocolate. The combination of these ingredients in the brownies should help increase your milk supply. I say “should” because if you don’t have a good breastfeeding relationship established you may not get the full benefit from these brownies. Make sure you check out these breastfeeding tips to help.

These brownies are also great for anyone not nursing as well. No one would be able to tell that these brownies are for breastfeeding mamas. My kids devour them and didn’t even bat an eye. They taste great and make a great addition to your lactation recipes line-up.

Lactation brownie ingredients

To make this lactation treat you will need:

• butter
• sugar
• cocoa powder
• eggs
• salt
• baking powder
• vanilla
• flour
• chocolate chips
• flax seed
• brewers yeast

Most of these ingredients are common pantry baking items that I bet you already have on hand.

I will say that you want to use high quality cocoa powder, vanilla extract and chocolate chips, if possible. The better the quality, the better your brownies will taste. (Not that I’ve ever met a brownie I didn’t like..)

Flax seed – This is one of the ingredients that helps with lactation. I use ground flax seed in most of my lactation recipes.

Flax seed full of Omega 3 fatty acids and fiber. Flax seed has been found to lower cholesterol, blood pressure and helps keep you full due to high amounts of protein.

I suggest Spectrum Organics ground flax seed.

Brewers yeast – Most lactation recipes contain this ingredient since it is known to help increase supply.

It is also packed with fiber and vitamin B. It helps with blood sugar levels, to boost your immunity and aids in anemia. There are also a host of other benefits to using Brewers yeast in your diet.

I’ve always used Solgar’s Brewer’s yeast for my lactation recipes.

Want to make these lactation brownies without Brewer’s yeast? Feel free to omit it!

Lactation brownies from scratch

I love that these brownies come out so decadent and chewy. They are better than a box mix and don’t take much more time than one.

Step 1: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add in the the sugar and stir to combine. The sugar will dissolve in the hot butter.

Step 2: Once the sugar and butter has dissolved, stir in the cocoa powder. Remember, the better quality the cocoa powder, the better your brownies will taste. I love Ghiradelli Dutch Process Cocoa for my lactation brownies.

Step 3: Transfer the warm cocoa/sugar/butter mixture to a bowl. The mixture may be gritty but will become smooth after mixing. Add your eggs and mix until combined.

Step 4: Add in your salt, baking powder and vanilla. Combine again.

Step 5: Add your flour and stir until just combined. You don’t want to over stir your brownies!

Step 6: Add your Brewer’s yeast and ground flax seed. Stir once or twice to combine. Fold in your chocolate chips.

Step 7: Pour the lactation brownie mix into a prepared dish. Prepare a 9×13 baking dish by lining it with foil and then spraying it with baking spray. You can also add oil to the bottom and spread it around to coat all sides.

Step 8: Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees or until a toothpick comes out clean in the center. Remove, allow to cool and slice.

Can I use a box mix?

You can! If you want to save time, use your favorite box mix and add in the flax seed and Brewer’s yeast! I love the Ghiradelli brownie mix for semi-homemade brownies.

How many lactation Brownies should I eat?

My personal (non professional) opinion is to eat two brownies a day. This should give you enough lactation boosting ingredients to see an increase in supply.

How long does it take for lactation brownies to work?

It depends on the person, but within a day or two. They will not work right away and they will not work if you aren’t practice healthy breastfeeding supply suggestions. These brownies, combined with a good routine, a strong latch and plenty of liquids will help increase your milk supply.

How to store leftovers

Store you leftover brownies in an airtight container on the counter. You can put them in the fridge if you’d like, but I have found that they stay soft and chewy longer on the counter.

Can I freeze lactation brownies?

Absolutely! Place your cooled and cut brownies on a cookie sheet. Put the cookie sheet in the freeze and allow the brownies to “flash freeze” for 2-3 hours. This will allow the brownies to harden for longer storage.

Place the brownies in foil and then a ziploc baggy. You can then put the baggy in the freezer for storage up to 6 months. To eat again, simply thaw on the counter for a day and enjoy!

Lactation brownies recipe

Lactation brownies

Yield: 15 brownies

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

How to make lactation brownies from scratch that will help with milk production!

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Ingredients

• 1 cup butter (2 sticks)
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 1/4 cups cocoa powder
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon vanilla
• 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon ground flax seed
• 1 tablespoon Brewer's yeast

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line a 9x13 baking dish with foil coated in oil or non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a saucepan over medium heat add the butter and sugar. Melt the butter and stir the sugar to combine.
3. Stir in the cocoa powder. Allow to simmer until dissolved.
4. Remove from heat and move the butter/sugar/cocoa mixture to a large bowl. Allow to cool slightly.
5. Mix in the eggs.
6. Add in the baking powder, salt and vanilla. Stir to combine.
7. Mix in the flour.
8. Mix in the flax seed and Brewer's yeast.
9. Mix in your dark chocolate chips.
10. Pour into your prepared dish.
11. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
12. Allow to cool slightly, cut and enjoy.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 15 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 372Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 83mgSodium: 294mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 3gSugar: 32gProtein: 5g

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Then when you add the everyday struggles of breastfeeding to it… you’ll start thinking you’re crazy for wanting to head down this journey. But rest assured mama, you can do this!

Keep reading and I’ll be sharing my top breastfeeding tips for new moms. (I am not a medical professional – just a mom who has breastfed 4 babies. Please seek a lactation consult or doctor if you have any issues or questions.)

Breastfeeding Tip #1: Follow your baby’s lead

The best thing you can do in those first weeks is follow your baby’s lead. While you’re still establishing your supply, it’s very important we listen to little babe.

One of the biggest reasons for mother’s getting frustrated and giving up is that they aren’t following baby’s lead and have the wrong expectations.

Feed on demand

Keep your eyes off that clock! Your baby will tell you when they’re hungry and want to nurse. They’ll start showing hunger cues like smacking their lips, sucking their hands, or even start rooting around looking for your breast.

Feeding on demand is very important for a number of reasons, including:

• It helps establish supply
• Your supply will come in sooner
• Helps baby regain weight faster
• Can potentially avoid jaundice

I’ve also shared some easy things to do while breastfeeding and some of my new mom must-haves which include a fun breastfeeding pillow. You are going to need a nursing pillow if you are going to..

Embrace comfort nursing

At some point you might think “they’re nursing a lot, are they even getting enough”, and the answer is yes. How often they nurse is a very poor indication of supply.

What they’re doing is often referred to as comfort nursing. This is when they are not trying to eat or pull milk from the breast, but rather suckling to get comfort. It helps them relax and adjust to their new world that exists outside the womb.

We will cover this more later, but it is very important to embrace it and not be tempted to introduce pacifiers or bottles right away. The more they nurse, the better your supply will be for them.

This now leads me to my next point…

Breastfeeding Tip #2: Try not to stress about milk supply

It’s natural to stress about milk supply and I’m certain every new mom does it, but do your best on feeding your baby and don’t stress too much if you can help it!

Stress level affects low milk supply

Milk supply is deeply affected by your stress or anxiety level and the more you stress, the less you can end up producing (source). There will be a number of things in life that stress is out, but when it becomes too much… it can affect breastfeeding.

When we stress, it releases a hormone that can inhibit supply, change the makeup of our milk, and even make letdowns more difficult.

The best thing you can do is relax, trust your body, and work on managing your stress level.

It’s okay if breastfeeding doesn’t work out!

If you’re stressing because you’re terrified you won’t be able to breastfeed, relax! Most women will be able to breastfeed assuming they have the proper support. But if you end up not being able to for whatever reason? That’s okay.

At the end of the day, the most important part is that your baby is fed and happy. (And that mama is free of extreme amounts of stress!)

And it doesn’t have to be all or nothing. You can totally supplement and still nurse your baby. Getting that precious breast milk is important but having a full, happy baby and mama is what matters most!

Breastfeeding Tip #3: Be patient while learning to breastfeed

There is this incorrect expectation that breastfeeding is supposed to be perfect from day 1. But the truth is – you’ll need to be patient while you learn to do this.

Breastfeeding is a learning process for both mom and baby. The single most important thing is to focus on having your baby on your breast for the first 6 weeks.

Don’t pump too soon

If you can help it… don’t rush into pumping. While it can help with relief if you become engorged, it can cause some serious supply issues too. You can end up overproducing and struggling to lower it. 

There are circumstances in which this can’t be avoided, but try if possible.

Avoid introducing bottles or pacifiers

One of the more important tips here is to avoid other nipples for the first 6 weeks. Pacifiers and bottles can cause problems if your baby experiences nipple confusion. 

If you’re not familiar with this term, Medela defines nipple confusion as, “when a breastfeeding baby is having trouble latching and breastfeeding effectively after being fed with a bottle.”

The different types of nipples can make baby very confused and struggle to latch onto the breast in the correct way while they’re in the middle of learning to master this new skill. It’s important that you hold off and maybe even avoid the introduction of these other items.

Speaking of latch, this leads me to my final breastfeeding tip…

Breastfeeding Tip #4: Check your baby’s latch

As I’ve previously mentioned, breastfeeding is a huge learning process – baby included. They might struggle with latching so it’s important that you check and help when needed.

Help them get a deep latch

The deeper the latch, the easier time they will have breastfeeding. If their latch is shallow, they will not be able to adequately pull milk from your breast (which can lead mom to think they have low supply and end up quitting breastfeeding).

So how do you help them get a deep latch? 

You’ll want to follow these steps to get a nice deep latch for your baby:

• Hold onto your breast with one hand and baby’s back with the other and bring baby close enough that they can easily reach the nipple
• Tickle their upper lip with your nipple until they open up their mouth nice and wide (do not allow them to latch on until the mouth is wide enough)
• Latch the baby onto your breast and make sure they have a wide latch wrapped around your nipple.

Breastfeeding is also easier when you have found a proper position. Did you know there are 6 different positions you can try? I’d suggest trying them all until you find one that makes both you and your babe comfortable.

Keep an eye out for ties

If you still struggle with latching and feeding your baby, see if you can spot any ties! Lip and tongue ties can make breastfeeding incredibly difficult since they can’t move their lips and tongue around properly.

Do not try and make the diagnosis yourself, however. If you have a suspicion, contact your local lactation consultant who is trained in spotting ties. If babe does have a tie, it’s best to have it corrected as soon as possible.

Breastfeeding Tip #5: Drink Plenty of Water

One of the easiest things to do that will help with nursing is to drink plenty of water! You have to remember that in order for their to be liquid for the baby to drink (breast milk) there has to be liquid in your body to supply it. Drinking enough water is super important!

How much water to drink

I saw online once that you need to drink 1/2 ounce for every pound you weigh. So if you weight 150 pounds you need to drink 75 ounces of water a day.

Drink enough to stay hydrated. If you are feeling thirsty – you may already be dehydrated. These drinks will help keep you hydrated

• infused water
• passion fruit lemonade
• Starbucks copycat pink drink
• aqua fresca

Breastfeeding Tip #6: Eat the Right Food

As a nursing mom you also need to make sure you are eating enough of the right foods. The general rule is to eat 500 additional calories per day to help with milk production.

On top of eating an iron rich diet you could also try some lactation recipes to help with your supply. Some of my favorite lactation recipes are:

• no bake lactation bites
• monster lactation cookies
• no bake lactation cookies
• cookie dough lactation bites

It should be noted that lactation recipes can be made with or without brewers yeast – if you are sensitive to that. I’ve found that lactation recipes with brewers yeast are a great way to increase supply but that it’s only temporary. Follow the tips above for long term breastfeeding success!

Conclusion

I hope these top 6 breastfeeding tips help you as a new mom. The best thing you can do is follow your baby’s lead, try not to stress, be patient, and check on your baby’s latch.

Following your baby’s lead by feeding on demand and comfort nursing will make a world of difference. This is key in establishing your supply in those first few weeks.

As stressful as breastfeeding is, the best thing you can do is try your best not to stress. It can affect your supply and milk so trust your body and know it’s okay if it doesn’t work out!

Remember this is a learning process so be patient. Allow time for you and your baby to get the hang of things and don’t introduce bottles or pump too soon.

Work together to get a deep latch, try different breastfeeding positions, and get checked for ties if needed.

Above all else… keep going! Breastfeeding is hard at first, but you’ll be a pro before you know it. Have you tried any of these breastfeeding tips? Let me know if they helped you out in anyway by commenting below.

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First, let me start with a disclaimer – I am not a breastfeeding expert. FAR from it. I am just a mama who has breastfeed all 3 of her babes. Is it easy? NOPE. Will you miss it when it’s over? YUP.

Breastfeeding is this complex, weird, beautiful, painful, crazy adventure that none of us mamas know about until we dive in.

I’m here to just share a few things that I do while breastfeeding (or pumping). Because let’s be real – it’s not always fun and it can get boring.

Things to do while breastfeeding

Here are a few things I try to grab before I start breastfeeding:

• cell phone
• a puzzle book
• books/magazine
• laptop/tablet
• children’s books
• water

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This post is sponsored by GreenTech Environmental pureAir 1500. All opinions are my own.

Do you or a family member suffer from seasonal allergies? I personally do not, but my husband and both of my older kids do. They get the itchy eyes, watery nose, sneezing and fatigue. I hate to see them so miserable so I’ve learned some ways to help ease their pains.

Quick disclaimer – I am not a doctor or a medical professional, just a mom trying to help her kiddos. These natural remedies do not require medicine but consult a doctor before you start any new routine.

1. Local honey – This is by far my favorite natural remedy for my family. Local honey helps increase your body’s immune system to natural allergens around you. The closer to home you can find the honey, the better results you will have.

I suggest taking a tablespoon of honey a day to help boost your immune system and relief those allergies.

We like to keep this lemon, honey and ginger syrup on hand as well. It’s great for allergies and cough/cold season.

2. Apple cider vinegar – Some people swear by apple cider vinegar and incorporate it daily into their diets. ACV is known to help reduce mucous build up and clean the lymphatic system.

You can take one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar a day to aid in allergy relief. You can take it straight or dilute it in water.

3. Essential oils – We started using essential oils in our house a few years ago and haven’t looked back. Our favorite combination is lemon, lavender and peppermint which is known to help reduce allergy symptoms. You can either create a seasonal allergy roller blend and apply the combo topically, or you can diffuse the blend in a diffuser.

You can also create your own DIY hand sanitizer to help reduce germs during peak cold season as well.

4. Steam – Steam is great because when inhaled it helps open up nasal passages. You take turn the shower on really hot and stand outside and inhale the steam or you can make a steam pot. If you do a steam pot, drape a towel over the pot and inhale the warm steam. BE CAREFUL as both are very hot and can burn you.

For maximum relief, add in a homemade shower melt with eucalyptus oil to your steam routine. Some people also swear by the Neti Pot as well.

5. Probiotics and diet – Did you know that 70-80% of your immune system is located in your digestive tract? Crazy, right?! An easy way to help with allergies is to take a probiotic that aids in guy health by providing good bacteria to help fight infections.

You can go even further by eliminating foods that create mucus in the body. Some of these mucus producing foods include:

• red meat
• milk products
• eggs
• bread
• pasta

Try subbing in natural foods that help reduce mucus in the body such as cucumbers, ginger, carrots and apples.

6. Use an air purifier – A good air purifier will help reduce allergens and pollen in your house which are the main cause of allergy symptoms. We have the GreenTech Environmental pureAir 1500 in our living room and love it!

It’s a small but mighty air purifier that pulls toxins out of the air in homes or offices up to 1500 square feet. We recently moved into our house and received the pureAir 1500 around the same time. There was a funk to the house since the previous owners had a variety of pets. After a few days the old animal smell was gone! I love that it helps reduce odors as well as purifies the air for my family.

If you have a smaller space or your floor plan is closed off or you just want to clean one room, try the pureAir 50. It cleans the air just like the 1500 but is best for small spaces. Or near cat boxes. Or in your stinky boys room.

For more information on GreenTech Enviromental’s allergy reducing products, check out their website. They even have a purifier for your fridge and gym bag!

What natural ways do you use to help reduce your seasonal allergies?

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And just like that, another school year has come to an end. My two big kids finished up 2nd and 3rd grade this year. In a different state than they started the year! How crazy is that? We started the year in Texas and ended it in Michigan.

The kids adjusted well and made a bunch of new friends. It helps that they had their cousins in their classes too! Oh and we move last month too. So it’s just been all around chaos here.

BUT! Being able to cook in my own kitchen again has calmed me down and helped with the stress of moving. I love being able to knock out a big meal for family and friends. High five for cooking therapy!

A few things to note –

There are 4 weeks of menus below. Each week has 6 main dishes, 2 sides and 1 dessert. Feel free to take recipes from any week and create your own menu plan. These recipes are for here to inspire your own menu plan.

I check all the ingredients and recipes that are gluten free, Keto, Paleo, or Whole30 are marked. I have also marked recipes that use a crock pot or Instant pot or are made using only one pot/pan.

You can also grab a free grocery list and menu planner printable below. Let’s get eating!

Week 1:

• Main dish – Copycat Chick-fil-a nuggets
• Main dish – Chicken schwarma
• Main dish – Original Mississippi roast – Crock pot/Gluten free
• Main dish – Italian steak kebabs – Whole30/Keto/Gluten free/Grill recipe
• Main dish – BLT pizza
• Main dish – Steak taco salad – Whole30/Keto/Gluten free
• Side dish – Roasted tomato Alfredo pasta
• Side dish – Creamy cucumber salad
• Dessert – Grilled pound cake with nectarines

Week 2:

• Main dish – Chicken fajita bowl – Leftover chicken recipe/Gluten free
• Main dish – Slow cooker cabbage rolls – Crock pot recipe
• Main dish – The classic burger – Whole30/Keto/Gluten free
• Main dish – Meatloaf recipe with ketchup – Gluten free
• Main dish – Salsa verde chicken – Crock pot/Gluten free
• Main dish – Skillet lasagna – One pot recipe
• Side dish – Traditional macaroni salad
• Side dish – Creamy pea salad
• Dessert – Key lime slab pie

Week 3:

• Main dish – Easy chicken stir fry – Gluten free
• Main dish – Shrimp boil foil packets – Whole30/Keto/Gluten free/Camping friendly
• Main dish – Chicken taco rice casserole – Leftover chicken recipe
• Main dish – Perfect grilled steak – Whole30/Keto/Gluten free/Grill recipe
• Main dish – BBQ chicken sloppy Joes
• Main dish – Mango shrimp tacos
• Side dish – Watermelon feta salad
• Side dish – Broccoli slaw
• Dessert – Crock pot apple cobbler

Week 4:

• Main dish – Taco pasta salad
• Main dish – Slow cooker Hawaiian chicken – Crock pot
• Main dish – Chicken teriyaki pizza
• Main dish – Crispy fried chicken
• Main dish – Stuffed zucchini boats – Keto/Gluten free
• Main dish – Chicken fajita salad – Leftover chicken recipe
• Side dish – Strawberry spinach salad
• Side dish – Lemon herb cheesy quinoa
• Dessert – No bake frozen strawberry shortcake

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You may have heard someone talking about the “purple drink” or maybe you’ve seen the “pink drink” on Instagram.

Have you wondered how to get one?  It all seems so secretive.

Not anymore, now it’s simple! The key to getting these off menu items is knowing what to tell your barista when you order them.

Here are 7 secret Starbucks off menu items for you to try out! (And since I LOVE diy coffee drinks, I’m sharing how to make them at home as well!)

1. The Pink Drink

The pink drink has dominated Instagram as a popular summer drink and so pretty, too.

To order the pink drink, simply ask for a Strawberry Acai Refresher.

Ask the barista to make it with Coconut milk (instead of water) and add a few scoops of strawberries, blackberries, or both for extra yum!

You can also make the pink drink at home with a few common ingredients! I break down how to make this copycat coffee drink at home on the cheap.

Want a lower calorie version? Try the KETO PINK DRINK! It comes in at 4 carbs for the whole thing.

2. The Purple Drink

Just after the pink drink, the purple drink also gained instant popularity.

The purple drink is actually Passion Iced Tea made with Soymilk, vanilla syrup, and scoops of blackberries.

Try to have it with Coconut milk if you want a lighter lavender shade.

Don’t worry – you can make this drink at home too! If you have passion tea on hand, you are half way there. Check out how to make the purple drink at home!

3. The Green Drink

Colored drinks are sought after and the green drink, not quite as pretty as its counterparts, is not just your ordinary iced green tea latte.

To order the green drink, ask for an iced black tea made with coconut milk then, add some matcha powder. Matcha powder turns the drink a vibrant green and the coconut milk tones it down a bit.

A few more colors and you’ll have a rainbow of drinks to try at the coffee shop or make at home! This one is easy to make at home as well once you have matcha powder, green tea and coconut milk on hand. Here is an easy recipe on how to make the green drink at home.

4.  Raspberry Caramel Macchiato

If you’re a fan of colored delicious drinks, this one is another charmer. I would never think to put the two flavors together, but they work so well!

Simply order a regular Caramel Macchiato and ask for raspberry syrup instead of vanilla.

Do that and you’ll experience a completely different taste! You can also try this drink as an iced caramel macchiato with raspberry or even as a frappuccino!

5. Mermaid Frappuccino

Enough with the colored drinks, now let’s get to the mythical characters.

For this one, get a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino, add freeze-dried whole blackberries, top with whipped cream and additional drizzle or matcha powder.

After that, line the cup with green mixed drizzle. You can probably ask the barista for a mermaid frappuccino and they will know what you are talking about. It has become a very popular drink recently!

6. Cinnamon Dolce Smoothie

Craving for a smoothie? The Cinnamon Dolce Smoothie is definitely a great choice!

You can get it by ordering a Chocolate smoothie and asking for Cinnamon Dolce syrup. Add 3 scoops of vanilla bean and you’re good to go!

This is very similar to a horchata frappuccino and a cinnamon dolce latte. If you have homemade cinnamon dolce syrup on hand, this secret menu drink is super easy to make at home!

7. Passion Coldbuster Tea

Last but definitely not the least on our list is the Passion Coldbuster Tea. If you’re sick and you need some TLC, this tea is definitely worth every penny.

Simply order a Venti tea with a bag of Passion Tango tea and one bag of Emperor’s cloud and mist.

Get a half steamed lemonade and half boiling water. Add a bit of honey and you’ve got yourself a drink to make you feel better.  It’s said to help with sore throat and sinus issues.

DIY coffee drinks

There you have it! The next time you head to Starbucks, you’ll have a whole new arsenal of drinks to try. And since I love DIY coffee drinks that you can make at home, check out these other great Starbucks copycats:

Iced white chocolate mocha

Iced chai latte

Pumpkin spice latte

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