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so I did a thing…outrageously good Cinnamon Roll Pop Tart Pies made with @simplemills artisan bread mix (it’s grain free, gluten free and dairy free!) #sponsored #SimpleMillsPartner⠀
the filling tastes like a cinnamon roll, then they’re topped with a cinnamon icing. pretty sure you NEED to make these!⠀
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For the dough:⠀
1 package Simple Mills artisan bread mix⠀
4 tablespoons diced cold butter (or sub vegan butter)⠀
1 egg⠀
2.5 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk⠀
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For the filling:⠀
⅓ cup organic brown sugar (or sub coconut sugar)⠀
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter, melted (or sub vegan butter)⠀
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For the egg wash:⠀
1 egg + 1 teaspoon water⠀
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For the icing:⠀
1/3 cup powdered sugar⠀
1-2 teaspoons milk, to thin⠀
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract⠀
¼ teaspoon cinnamon⠀
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Add bread mix, cold butter, egg and almond milk to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until a dough forms. Form dough into a disc and place in a stasher bag or wrap in plastic and chill for 1 hour.⠀
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.⠀
Make the filling by combining brown sugar, cinnamon and butter in a bowl; set aside.⠀
Roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment paper so that it’s 1/8th inch thick. Use a 3-inch round cookie dough cutter, or the lid of a small mason jar and cut out 18 rounds. Use a spatula to transfer 9 of the rounds to the baking sheet. Add ½ tablespoon of the brown sugar cinnamon mixture to the middle of each round, leaving a small edge so you can seal them up.⠀
In a medium bowl, whisk together egg + water for the egg wash. Use a pastry brush to brush the outside of the dough edges with egg wash. Place remaining dough rounds on top and use a fork to seal/crimp edges shut.⠀
Brush the tops of each cookie with egg wash. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Allow pies to cool completely before icing.⠀
Make icing by mixing together the powdered sugar, milk, cinnamon and vanilla together in a bowl. Add ½ teaspoon-1 teaspoon icing on each cookie. Enjoy! Makes 9 pies.

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the most magical holiday loaf ever: orange gingerbread SWIRL loaf ✨🎅🏽 spiced gingerbread batter gets swirled with sweet zesty orange batter in a loaf that’s naturally sweetened and easily dairy free! more options to make it your own are in the blog — link in bio.
love, ur baking queen 💋😂
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is there anything better than a bowl of creamy warm oatmeal on a chilly morning?! this is a caramelized banana salted maple pecan and it is FANTASTIC ✨

I wanna know: what oatmeal topping combos do you love the most?! some of my personal favs are peach blueberry & peanut butter banana 💗
tell me yours below! #ambitiouskitchen #oatmeal #oatmealbowl

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I really did need some isolation during this pregnancy. from friends, from going out, from doing the things I used to. even just to cut out the noise and all the shoulds.

I admit, the overall change was difficult, but being alone to process and prepare for the journey to motherhood was essential. I needed the time to learn how to really advocate and take care of me first.

and now I can honestly say that I don’t fear birth or what’s to come, I look forward to it.

because the woman I used to be is not the woman I will be. I can feel the experience, the courage, the change, the beautiful beginning that’s coming. and can now honestly say that I’m ready.

don't forget to take time to restore and put yourself first every now and then. it’s ok to vibe by yourself, in your own way, on your own time ✨ no matter what you’re going through. #36weekspregnant #ambitiousmama #pregnantbelly #pregnant

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the most perfect cookie to end #AKcookieweek: brown butter maple pecan oatmeal cookies topped with a salted maple glaze ❤️ chewy middles with crispy edges and plenty of caramel flavor infused into the dough — this recipe is no joke. grab the link in my bio!
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new on the blog: 31 of the most delicious recipes to cook and bake this december 🎅🏽🎁 from snowman pancakes and homemade maple blueberry turkey breakfast patties to cozy chili and gingerbread loaves ⛄️ these were made for you! full round up on the blog — link in bio! .
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creamy white chicken chili ... without the cream! I have been majorly craving this recipe, which means it’s officially going on my menu this week🙌🏼 made with green chile, chicken, corn and blended chickpeas to make it thick and creamy. And yes, it can even be made in the slow cooker which makes even more perfect for game day — grab the recipe link in my bio!
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if you haven’t made my fluffy vegan pancakes yet, it’s about time you do! so easy, SO FLUFFY and perfect with a little nut butter + fruit on top ❤️ happy weekend, everyone! recipe link in bio.
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