Minnesota is a remarkable state full of character, outdoor adventure, and vibrant city life. Below we share our favorite places to eat, drink, work out, and explore throughout the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro area. We’ve also included Team Fit Foodie’s top picks for hiking and camping beyond the cities. Hello from Team Fit Foodie! While we … Read more

This 5-ingredient Raspberry Chocolate Chunk Nice Cream delivers the same creamy, vibrant flavor you expect from raspberry ice cream—without dairy, added fillers, or complicated steps. It’s vegan, naturally sweetened by fruit, and can be ready to eat in minutes when your fruit is frozen. Perfect for a quick dessert, snack, or an impressive treat to … Read more

Servings: 8 Servings Pumpkin Spice Flan Pumpkin Spice Flan is a creamy, autumn-inspired twist on the classic Latin custard. Silky-smooth custard enriched with pumpkin purée is balanced by warm pumpkin spice and a glossy caramel topping. This dessert makes an elegant centerpiece for fall gatherings and holiday dinners, delivering comfort and seasonal flavor in every … Read more

Chicken tortilla soup has never been simpler or more satisfying. This easy slow cooker chicken tortilla soup comes together in a single pot — just add the ingredients to your crockpot and let them simmer until tender. The finished soup is savory and slightly spicy, finished with a squeeze of lime and crunchy homemade tortilla … Read more

Salvadoran Coconut Charamuscas Salvadoran Coconut Charamuscas are a luscious, tropical frozen treat—creamy, mildly sweet and full of coconut flavor. Made with milk, sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, vanilla, and a touch of cinnamon, these homemade ice pops are easy to prepare and perfect for warm days. Half of the mix is blended to create a … Read more

With a single sheet pan you can prepare a flavorful, nutritious sweet potato hash using common pantry ingredients. This sheet pan sweet potato hash combines diced sweet potatoes, bell pepper, onion, turkey sausage, and baked eggs for a satisfying breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dinner. Hands-off Breakfast Idea – Sweet Potato Hash This savory … Read more

Servings: 25 Empanadas Pineapple Empanadas These pineapple empanadas are tender, golden turnovers filled with a lightly chunky homemade pineapple marmalade. The dough, made with a beer base for a soft, flaky crumb, bakes to a delicate crisp while the interior stays sweet and slightly tangy. Finished in a cinnamon-sugar coating, they offer a comforting blend … Read more

When you think your blog life couldn’t get any better, teaming up with your long-lost blogger twin makes it even more exciting. That’s exactly what happened when Fit Foodie Finds partnered with Ambitious Kitchen to create the Summer SWEAT Series: a free, six-week nutrition and fitness program designed to help you stay consistent, eat well, … Read more

This blackberry lemon poppy seed loaf is light, tender, and full of bright, fresh flavor. The loaf is marbled with vivid purple from smashed blackberries, balanced by lemon and crunchy poppy seeds. It’s an approachable springtime bread that requires no electric mixer and works well with a few simple ingredient swaps. Make it for breakfast, … Read more

Servings: 8 Tortillas Central American Masa Harina Tortillas These thick, hand-patted Central American masa harina tortillas are soft, slightly chewy, and hearty—ideal for scooping up stews, beans, curtido, pupusas, or any favorite Salvadoran or Guatemalan dish. Made with just masa harina, warm water, and a touch of salt, this simple recipe yields rustic tortillas in … Read more