Anything that tastes like dessert but is eligible to be served for breakfast is always welcomed around here. And this Pumpkin Spice Smoothie definitely fits that bill. Continue reading
Snacks
Blackberry Oat Breakfast Bars
These are a result of a kitchen accident. A while back I set out to create a recipe for a crumble or cobbler topping. Now, you know me and baking. It takes a good handful of tries for me to achieve greatness on that end. Baking + healthful doesn’t always make the best couple. Textures have to be played with and ratios have to be changed and changed as I go. It’s not like adding this or adding that to make them taste better…its science. And people, I am no scientist. Continue reading
Nourished Banana Bread
This is the good stuff, right here, friends. Our very favorite banana bread recipe. Now, I must warn you. This recipe contains no refined sugar. No gluten or crazy “healthy flour blend” that you need to go buy. And chances are, if you utilize any of my “baking” recipes you already have all of these ingredients sitting right in your freezer or pantry-they are my baking “staples”.
My kids beg for more. My friends are shocked that a sweet treat that’s typically packed full of unhealthful ingredients can actually be transformed into something they can feel good feeding their kiddos for breakfast. This, right here friends, is why I love to cook. Because it really is possible to turn traditional favorite recipes into more nourishing versions…and this banana bread recipe is the perfect display of just that. I hope your family enjoys this one as much as we do!
Nourished Banana Bread
*note: you can purchase pre made oat flour, but it’s a piece of cake to make your own: just place rolled or old fashioned oats (gluten free for a GF version) in a food processor or blender and process until it becomes a fine, flour-like texture.
Ingredients
1 1/4 Cups Gluten Free Oat Flour
1/4 Cup Flax Meal
1/4 Cup Almond Meal
1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
3 VERY Ripe Bananas, mashed *about 1 1/2 cups
6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted and slightly cooled +more for greasing the pan
1/4 Cup Honey, Pure Maple Syrup or Agave Nectar
2 Eggs, lightly beaten
1 Teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
1/2 Cup Chopped Walnuts, optional
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter. Place the oat flour, flax meal, almond meal, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl and whisk to combine.
In a large bowl whisk the bananas, honey/maple/agave, butter, eggs and vanilla together until well-combined. Pour the dry ingredients into the banana mixture and stir gently until all ingredients are just incorporated. Fold in walnuts. Pour into prepared baking pan (and sprinkle the top with whole oats, if desired) and bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before removing from the pan.
Chewy Granola Bars
I can always count on this blog when I’m in need of new inspiration…it simply never lets me down. She is full of technique, passion and positively beautiful fare. So when I saw this recipe for Chocolate Chunk Granola Bars I knew I had to give them a try. Continue reading
Mango Coconut Dreamsicle Pops
So there’s delicious. And then there’s these. Beyond delicious. Indescribably delicious. So delicious you’ll make them for your kids and fight them for the last one. So please, those of you without wee ones, make these. Make them all for yourself. Eat them all to yourself. And think of me. Continue reading
Coconut Cashew Bites
If you are a fan of the Larabar you’re going to love these. After years of buying them I decided to try to make them myself. The ingredient list on the bars is so minimal I knew it had to be a simple task; I just couldn’t fathom spending the money on those things. A couple years ago I began trying different quantities and I think Ive got the perfect combination down. I prefer to roll them into balls because its so much more simple than cutting them into solid bars without crumbling. You’ll almost always find these in our fridge as they are such an easy, quick bite to grab on your way out the door. And they suffice wonderfully for a sweet fix, too. Continue reading
Asian Tuna Salad
If you recall this salad, I have a few gym cafe obsessions. They are always fairly healthy options that fill you up in a super tasty way. This Asian Tuna Salad is my take on one of their menu items and its nothing short of delicious. The flavors get better as the salad sits so its perfect for making over the weekend and snacking or lunching on throughout the week. Its savory and sweet and full of fresh flavor. Continue reading
Coconut Almond Chocolates
If you are looking for the perfect Valentines Day gift to make this weekend these may be of interest to you. They are so delicious…and much more nutritious than any other chocolates you could buy in store. I positively love to give homemade gifts…theres nothing better than knowing that you put valid thought, care and effort into what you have done for someone you love. They’re rich and decadent and so fun to give! Continue reading
Last Minute…
Hey you! In case you need a few last minute ideas for tomorrows big game…here you have it. It will just be the four of us here…and although none of us are all that pumped about the game…we will be eating in celebration! I plan to make a big pot of chill and, of course, the dates on the video below (my absolute favorite)…but here are a couple links to a few other favorites if you guys are interested. Continue reading
Southwest Potato Boats
These boats? We devoured them. Perfect for dinner and the icing on the cake for your Superbowl menu. Full of flavor and easy on the wallet, too. A fun, new, mighty tasty take on a pub-grub classic. Continue reading
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