Mounds (Bounty) Bars with a Healthy Twist

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Erin Ireland is one of my favorite food bloggers. I love her healthy take on life and the awesome recipes she serves up. I found a great recipe for a vegan twist on Mounds bars on her Instagram story last week. Mounds bars are one of my favorite candies (possibly my favorite) so I loved the idea of a healthier version. Erin found the recipe on VoilaVegan.com, so check out her site, too.

Okay, let's cut to the chase.

The Ingredients

2 cups desiccated coconut
1 can coconut milk (only the solid part)
4 tbsp agave or maple syrup
1 cup vegan (dark or milk) chocolate
1 tbsp coconut oil

The Instructions

  1. In a food processor blend the desiccated coconut for a few seconds, then add agave and coconut cream and blend until slightly sticky. Quick tip: Place the can of coconut cream in the refrigerator the day before. This will make it easier to separate the solid portion from the liquid.
  2. Shape bounty bars with your hands and place them on a cookie sheet in the freezer for 20 minutes.
  3. Start melting the chocolate over low heat with coconut oil.
  4. Once it is melted, dip each bar into the chocolate and make sure it is evenly covered with chocolate.
  5. Place each piece back on the cookie sheet and freeze for another 30 min.

A Few Fall Favorites

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Fall is one of my favorite seasons. From the weather to the foliage it is such a beautiful time of year in New England. Since it's been a while since my last post (apologies — it's been a hectic couple of months) I wanted to gather some photos of my fall must-haves to share with you!

These Coal and Canary candles are incredible. The smell is beautiful, the crackling sound of the wick is so soothing and the packaging/design is perfection.

Anyone who knows me knows that Inslee is one of my favorite artists. She creates the most stunning illustrations. They are modern, fun and the perfect touch for any home or office. My best friend and I buy her calendar every year and we always have a variety of favorite months. October was definitely one of mine. The rich colors and stylish girls make it a perfect accent for my desk.

There's a great local market near our home that I love. They have the freshest fruits, veggies, meats and even homemade pasta. It's delicious but dangerous! Every fall they have the best selection of little white pumpkins. Because most of my decor is all-white-everything, these babies are the best way to bring some fall into our home.

What are some of your fall favorites? Tweet me @TheStylishOne_ or comment on tag me on Instagram @JulieSaldarriaga!

EDGAR: My Favorite Shop on Martha's Vineyard

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Last week my hubby and I took a trip to Martha's Vineyard to celebrate our first wedding anniversary! It was such a special adventure and we enjoyed every minute of it. I can't wait to share more moments with you in the coming weeks!

My favorite place by far was Edgartown. I loved the shops and yummy restaurants. It was so beautiful and relaxing. As we were strolling down the street one morning, I was stopped in my tracks by my dream pool float... a big gold swan (genius marketing, right?) on the lawn of a little boutique named EDGAR. Of course, I had to go inside.

My husband and I were welcomed in by the beautiful space and flood of natural light. Each design element (from the tables to the lighting) was so well thought out. Most importantly, I loved the clothes! The buying choices for this boutique were genius and helped the shop to stand out amongst a flood of kitschy t-shirt stores. I could have done some serious damage up in there!

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From popular brands like Wildfox to new finds like Made in Italy, I was so inspired and wanted basically everything. They carry both men's and women's clothing, shoes and accessories. It's super cute, super chic and is set in a lovely location. I can't wait to visit again next time I'm in MV! Stay stylish, EDGAR.