Technically you can eat these for breakfast, so I am totally passing this as a meal prep recipe. These turned out so delicious and are probably my new favorite paleo cookie! I typically just enjoy the classic chocolate chip, but the walnut, coconut, raisin, banana, and dark chocolate combo is on point. Not to mention this was an extremely easy recipe to whip up and the ingredients are simple. These made about 18 cookies for me and took the full 18 minutes, which I might even stretch to 20 next time. I took most of these to a friends house to enjoy, and the rest didn't make it to the next day. Will definitely be making these many more times!
Chunky Monkey Paleo Banana Cookies Ingredients:
Original recipe found here
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I've made the Almond Flour Blueberry Banana Muffins recipe a couple more times and still love that one, but wanted to try out a plain banana recipe this time around. This recipe below did not disappoint! Simple ingredients without a ton of flour, so these turned out very light tasting. Also, although it says banana nut, the only nuts the recipe calls for is almond butter. If you like a crunch I suppose you can top with nuts or just throw some into the batter. The recipe said it yields 12 muffins, but I ended up having enough batter for 18 muffins, which just means a serving is more like two. These turned out smelling and tasting delicious, and I'll definitely be making again soon!
Paleo Banana Nut Muffins Ingredients:
Original recipe found here Although these say almond flour I actually used some banana flour with these too. I stumbled upon it while I was at the store getting almond flour and figured what better recipe then banana muffins to try using banana flour with? I found it at Harris Teeter and it was actually WAY less expensive then almond flour. After some quick google searches, I decided not to totally substitute the almond flour, but instead used banana flour for 1/4 of the total flour called for. The exact measurements I used are indicated below if you want to see. The only other change I made to this recipe was using ghee instead of olive oil. I had both, but ghee sounded like it would go better with a muffin recipe. I've never had blueberries with my banana bread, but these turned out tasting amazing! They had all the banana taste to them with bites of blueberries that were absolutely delicious. Now these definitely weren't as sweet as your average banana bread, so if you are looking for that I would recommend increasing the maple syrup some. I personally enjoyed them just the way they were and will absolutely be making them again the next time our bananas go brown!
Almond Flour Blueberry Banana Muffins Ingredients:
Original recipe found here Although the picture looks more like a blueberry, this is most certainly a Cherry Crisp! A lighter, more simple, and vegan version of the Berry Crumble Bars recipe I posted earlier this year. If making this I do suggest using a 6" skillet or small baking dish - the 8x8 dish I used thinned the crisp out a little too much, in my opinion. Also, as the recipe suggests, topping with ice cream or coconut whipped cream would totally complete this treat. I enjoyed eating this after it was in the fridge because I found that it did not stay together when cutting it warm. This might be due to using the arrowroot powder instead of the tapioca flour though. I would just reheat the slice after I took it out of the fridge and enjoy it that way. Despite all the notes I have on this one, I really enjoyed having this throughout the week as a snack or after-dinner treat. I always prefer to have homemade treats instead of packaged ones, and with extra time at home due to COVID I was happy to finally try this delicious recipe out! Super simple, easy, and enjoyable!
Cherry Crisp (Gluten Free, Paleo + Vegan) Ingredients:
Original recipe found here Tried this Berry Crumble Bar recipe this year for our NYE trip and it turned out delicious! I made one with all the berries (blue, black, red, and rasp) and another with strawberries, bananas, and peach. I prepped the filling a couple days before, then the crust and crumble were very easy to whip together the morning of breakfast. Not many ingredients whatsoever, paleo, gluten free, dairy free, and vegan, and still tastes amazing to all the people who like their gluten and dairy. It was kind of fun choosing which berries to use, and next time I'll definitely try another variation of fruits. Per the original recipe below, macros per 16 servings are 3.8g Protein, 5.6g Fat, and 18.6g Carbs. Add some eggs with this or any other protein source and you have a well-rounded delicious breakfast option. Let me know if you give this one a try!
Berry Crumble Bars Ingredients: Crust + Crumble
Original recipe found here I've been meaning to post about this one for a while now! I typically eat oatmeal for breakfast everyday, but there are times where I need to eat it on-the-go or at a super early time in the morning, and that's when these overnight oats really come in handy. I prefer to blend a scoop of protein powder in with my coconut milk before adding to the oats just to get protein into this meal. If you skip that option, then I do recommend pairing this with some type of protein in the morning! I personally like to add Trader Joe's salted almond butter and sometimes the whole banana, but that is just what I prefer. You can literally add whatever you enjoy to this mix - berries, seeds/nuts, etc. - and you can either eat it cold or heat it up in the morning if you prefer. For those who have a hard time prepping or eating breakfast in general, I recommend giving these overnight oats a try! It is extremely quick and easy to throw this breakfast together the night before, plus a perfect option for those with busy and hectic lives! It's awesome to have a delicious breakfast already prepared and ready to grab-and-go in the morning. Start your day right with these blueberry banana overnight oats and let me know how you like it!
Blueberry Banana Overnight Oats Ingredients:
*If adding a scoop of protein powder, blend or mix in a shaker bottle with milk before adding to the container. Original recipe found here I haven't uploaded a breakfast recipe in a while! Since I typically make Christmas morning breakfast for everyone though I found this Paleo Baked "Noatmeal" to try out. Don't worry I still made everyone non-Paleo waffles to eat as well, but I will always make sure to have a delicious tasting healthier option too. This "Noatmeal" is grain-free using sweet potato, flaxseed, coconut flakes, and a couple of eggs. This was pretty simple to throw together too and I prepped all the ingredients the night before to make baking in the morning even easier. To grate the sweet potato I always peel the potato, cut into chunks, then throw in my food processor and pulse until all pieces are grated. That sure beats using a grater, in my opinion. My only note on this recipe is that using my 8x8 dish I had it in the oven for 35 minutes long and still think it could have baked a little longer. Just make sure to keep an eye on your dish around the 30 minute mark! I opted for 1/4 cup almonds, used this Unsweetened Coconut Milk, and 3 Tbsp of this Maple Syrup, and with 9 servings this put each bar at 7g Fat, 18g Carbs, and 3g Protein. Not a lot of protein, so I personally had two servings and some scrambled eggs to go with it. I thought this turned out pretty tasty and it was a fun alternative breakfast to my usual oatmeal! My family also claimed to have enjoyed it and there were no leftovers, so I think that's a good sign as well. I made this again for my friends on New Year's Eve morning and tested it out with berries and apples, and both turned out delicious! 😋 👇🏼👇🏼 Let me know if you give it a try and what you think!
Paleo Baked "Noatmeal" Ingredients:
Recipe Notes *If you use a smaller baking dish than an 8 inch square dish and the mixture is deeper, it may take a bit longer to cook – adjust the baking time accordingly. Using a wider dish makes this quite a shallow bake. *You can swap the berry topping for another fresh fruit e.g. sliced apple, pear, nectarine. Alternatively, you can stir a few tablespoons of dried fruit through the bake rather than topping it. Original recipe found here I've been prepping my moms meals for over a year now with the goal to just help improve her overall health and quality of life. Well just like in my own nutrition journey, once you find your groove with one thing you never stop and live there satisfied. Instead, this is a point where you ask yourself, "how can I make this better?". Now I'm not looking for something drastic to implement, but rather just find one small thing to improve on. With my mom, it's easy to pack her lunch and dinner with vegetables, but breakfast is more difficult. I mean really, how many vegetables can I pack into egg muffins? I decided a Super Greens supplement was worth the try to get more nutrients into her diet. I personally enjoy the original version, but I purchased the berry one to hopefully mask the "green" taste. Unfortunately, even the flavored ones are super strong tasting, so I came up with the smoothie recipe below to help mask the taste and make it a delicious smoothie she enjoys each morning. Side note, I never tell her when I implement these nutrition changes (err experiments), so she has no idea I did this, and she didn't complain once! My mom is not one to hide her distaste for foods either, so this was a huge success and indicator that the smoothie was indeed delicious!
I'll probably continue to experiment with adding other nutritious ingredients like chia seeds, berries, spinach, or even some avocado. Just use the recipe below as an outline and swap ingredients for ones you know you enjoy! I love the Vanilla Nut Paleo Protein because it has a probiotic blend in it, but I have used both the Vanilla Nut and Double Chocolate in these smoothies. Note, the chocolate flavor does cover up the green color of the smoothie better, so I might do a combination of half and half in the future. As for the Amazing Grass Super Greens, the product is organic, vegan, and free of soy and sugar. The main ingredients include wheat grass, barley grass, spirulina, a blend of antioxidants, and a blend of digestive enzymes and probiotics. For the quality and price, I prefer using this brand, but there are a ton of other super green products out there to choose from. I typically will prep the recipe below and store in mason jars in the freezer. I recommend taking one out of the freezer and leaving in the refrigerator the night before to thaw out, or you can defrost it in the microwave for 5 minutes the morning of. For those interested, I also included a snapshot of the nutrition facts below with the ingredients that I used and indicated. Let me know if you try a version of this out and what you think! Super Green Strawberry Banana Smoothie (Servings: 5) Ingredients:
**Canned coconut milk is more rich in flavor, but you can also use boxed coconut or almond milk if you prefer, just check the ingredient label for one with no unwanted additives and sweeteners. Showing you guys how simple and easy it is to make a nutritious and delicious breakfast casserole for your week with very little prep on your part! My good friend makes these casseroles like every week for breakfast, and I never realized how much easier it was to just use pre-prepared frozen vegetables, so I am spreading the word. All you need to do is go to the store, pick out 1 lb of your favorite ground meat (I chose 365 Pork Breakfast Sausage), 2 bags of your favorite pre-prepared frozen vegetables (I chose Stahlbush Sweet Potatoes and Cascadian Farm Riced Cauliflower Blend - Bell Peppers & Onions), a carton of eggs, and unsweetened coconut or almond milk (I used So Delicious Coconut Milk Sugar Free Original). Only 5 ingredients, plus some spices! Next, take your frozen veggies out in the morning to thaw, or let them thaw out while you make your lunches for the week. When you're ready to make the casserole, just cook your 1 lb of meat on the stove top until done. Then, oil your casserole dish, and throw in your cooked meat with your frozen veggies. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and spices together, then pour over the meat and veggie mixture. Last, bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, and done! This casserole makes 6 servings, and with the specific ingredients that I used (mentioned above), each serving had 17g Fat, 13g Carbs, and 23g Protein.
Unsure about where to start with changing your health and lifestyle around? Setting aside 20 minutes of prep time to make a super easy breakfast casserole (like this one) is all I recommend for now! You now have a pre-made delicious and satisfying breakfast full of whole food sources to start your days for the next week. Pick ONE daily habit (or meal) to change, and implement! Only ONE! No need to do anything more until you have consistently implemented that ONE daily change overtime, and are confident you secured it's spot into your life. Focusing on less helps you achieve more. Reach out if you need help or have any questions! Easy Paleo Breakfast Casserole Ingredients:
Inspired by this recipe here Another breakfast casserole for my mom to enjoy all week long! This recipe was originally for egg muffins, but I changed it up some to make sure my mom was eating enough for breakfast. Plus, she is not a huge kale fan, so I added spinach and kale together, and even ran it all through the food processor to make it real tiny, so I can get her to eat more vegetables. It's like I am feeding a child or something ;-) just kidding, sort of, love you mom! Anyways, I followed the directions below, but instead of using a muffin pan, I filled the casserole dish. I greased the dish down with some ghee too, just to make sure that spinach and kale mixture tasted even yummier. This came out looking and smelling delicious, as these casseroles always do! I snuck a couple bites too and it really did taste some good.
Sausage, Spinach, and Kale Breakfast Casserole Ingredients:
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