Month: June 2020
Chocolate Walnut Protein Breakfast Muffins
The secret ingredient for these decadent breakfast muffins is grated zucchini. It makes an incredibly moist muffin. The added protein powder and whole wheat flour in theses muffins kicks the nutrition up to a breakfast standard without sacrificing any flavor or texture. Another great grab …
Maple Cinnamon Granola
Maple Cinnamon Granola is a staple in our house. I have been making this granola for my husband for over 20 years on a regular basis. It is always in our pantry. Over the years this has been the number one requested recipe from family and friends. At Christmas I make in and put it in large antique ball jars for gifts.
Maple Cinnamon Granola
This granola freezes very well. It is great for traveling and is a great topping for a plant based yogurt or fruit salad. Don't be afraid to add a little extra cinnamon if you want a more intense flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- ¼ cup flax meal
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp maple sugar or coconut sugar
- 1½ tbsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup oil (avocado or coconut
- 3 tbsp hot tap water
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup toasted sliced almonds or chopped roasted walnuts
Instructions
- Mix oats and flax together in large mixing bowl and set aside.
- Whisk maple syrup, sugar, oil, cinnamon, and hot water together and pour over oat mixture and mix well.
- Spread out on parchment lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 250° for 1¼ hours turning half way through.
- Remove from oven and place in large mixing bowl. Let cool and add in raisins and nuts.
- Store in glass for for 2 to 3 weeks on counter or 2 months in freezer.
Nutrition
Calories: 258kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 295mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 2mg
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Sunday Morning Sourdough Blueberry Waffles
I am so fascinated by sourdough starter and the endless possibilities of things that can be made with it. Next to a crispy sourdough loaf right out of the oven, this is definitely my favorite way to use the sourdough discard! These waffles come out …
Chickpea Flour Crackers
Something pretty fun about making your own crackers! These beauties are so light and crispy. They are a perfect pairing with a soup for dinner or with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus as a snack. They are just fun to make and very easy.
Chocolate Hazelnut Lara Style Bar
These bars are really amazing! My husband is a cyclist and loves to take these bars on long rides. They are easy to pack for cycling or hiking and a great natural energy boost. I love that I can eat these when I want something sweet and know that I am eating a perfect whole food snack.
Chocolate Hazelnut Lara Style Bars
These yummy treats are so easy to make and taste remarkably like the Lara bars. A great grab and go snack full of whole food ingredients.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup roasted almonds
- ⅓ cup roasted hazelnuts available on amazon.com
- 3 tbsp cacao powder
- 1¾ cups medjool dates soft ( if not soft heat in microwave for 30 seconds at a time until soft)
- ⅓ to ½ cup chopped chocolate sweetened with coconut sugar I use Primal Chocolate or Hu Chocolate. If you don't mind using a little cane sugar, you could use any vegan mini chocolate chips. Available on amazon.com
Instructions
- Put both nuts and cacao powder in a food processor and pulse into coarse bits.
- Add the softened dates and pulse. This may take 30 seconds up to a minute to come together as a ball.
- Remove date mixture to a mixing bowl and fold in the chopped chocolate using your hands.
- Press mixture evenly in the bottom of a parchment lined 8" x 8" pan.
- Refrigerate for 30 to 40 minutes. Lift the parchment paper out of the pan with the date mixture and place on a cutting board. Cut into 8 pieces 2" x 4". Wrap individually in parchment paper or plastic wrap.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 1mgPotassium: 342mgFiber: 4gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 48IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 1mg
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Multi Colored Potato Chips
Sometimes you just want a real potato chip. Wouldn’t it be nice to have them fresh, hot, and just the right amount just when the craving hits? Well, this recipe will give you all of that. It is such a simple process with healthy ingredients. …
Panisses (Chickpea Fries)
A couple of years ago I spend some time in Provence, France. I have been there several times and every time feels like I am going home. Needless to say I love the French food, culture, and the people. On the last trip with my …
Blueberry Chia Pudding
Having a healthy grab and go breakfast in the refrigerator is a great way to set ourselves up to start the day on the right track. This superstar breakfast is full of protein and fiber and loaded with delicious blueberries. It is so easy to make and can also be frozen and thawed in the refrigerator the night before.
Blueberry Chia Pudding
This hearty chia pudding with fruit and nuts can be made ahead. Just grab and go for a delicious healthy breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups coconut milk Almond, soy, or any other kind of plant based milk will work also.
- ¼ cup medjool dates, pitted If they are dry, put in microwave 15 to 30 seconds to soften.
- 1 cups fresh blueberries Frozen blueberries will work also.
- ½ tsp vanilla
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- ½ cup chia seeds
The Toppings
- 4 tbsp roasted chopped pecans
- 4 tsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Mix together all ingredients except the chia seeds in a high speed blender and puree until smooth
- Place blueberry puree mixture in large bowl and fold in chia seeds. Let sit for 30 minutes.
- Pour evenly into 3 – 8oz Ball Jars. Refrigerate overnight. In the morning, place pecans and maple syrup evenly divided on the individual chia puddings as you are serving them.
Nutrition
Serving: 3gCalories: 367kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 314mgFiber: 14gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 45IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 272mgIron: 3mg
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Black Bean Roasted Sweet Potato Enchiladas with Cilantro Cream
These yummy enchiladas are loaded with healthy plant based protein and fiber. A pan of these flavorful enchiladas are great for a dinner party or to take for a potluck. This is a crowd pleaser for everyone whether following a plant based diet or not. …