CopyCat Starbucks Double Chocolate Chip Frappuccino

Most of you know that I’ve developed somewhat of a coffee addiction over the past year. Iced coffees and frappuccino’s are some of my favorites. So I wanted to share this GREAT recipe for a copycat(when I say copycat, I don’t mean a cat that wears a collar) Starbucks double chocolate chip frappe for those days you can’t make it to Starbucks.

Ingredients:

Frappe Ingredients

1 cup of milk (Whole, reduced fat or Skim)

2 tablespoons of sugar

1/3 cup of chocolate chips

3 tablespoons chocolate syrup

2 cups of ice

1/8-teaspoon vanilla extract

 

Directions:

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Blend all ingredients together until smooth.  Top with whipped cream and chocolate syrup (optional)

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Enjoy!

 

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What Your Check Engine Light is Trying to Tell You

If you are anything like me, you can feel a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach when you see the check engine light come on in your vehicle. That light usually means something major is wrong – and it’s going to cost you.

The check engine light is a signal from the car’s computer to let you know that something is wrong. The dealer service department can usually diagnose the problem for you, but there are a few things you can look for to give you an idea exactly what that problem might be…read more here.

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Yogurt Fruit Bark

Honey flavored Greek Yogurt (1 cup)
Dried Fruits, chopped (I used 1/2 cup of my favorite ones)
Nuts, chopped (also, 1/2 cup of my favorites)
You can also use fresh blueberries.
Cover a cookie sheet (or a dish) with wax paper and spread the yogurt evenly. Between half an inch and a quarter of an inch thick. You don’t want it too thin, cause it will break when you cut it.
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Spread your toppings and pop it in the freezer for a couple of hours or over night. Once you break it into barks, eat it right away or store in an air tight container in the freezer. They melt fast!
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5 Tips to Improving Your Credit Score

There are many factors that a loan company will look at when you apply for a car loan – and your income is only part of it. Your credit score will not only determine the amount they will approve you for – but it will determine how much you will pay in interest.

A credit score can be the leading decision in the car buying process – whether you get the car you just kind of like, or the one you’re in love with. So to help you get that vehicle you really love, try these 5 Steps to improving your credit score…read more here.

 

 

 

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6 Must-Take Steps to Buying a Used Car

Any type of major purchase can be a bit overwhelming – especially when it comes to buying a new or used car. To make the process a little more bearable, check out these 6 must-take steps to buying a used car.. read more here

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