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Simply Made Archive for: ‘chia seeds’
Tahini Energy Balls

These Tahini balls pack so much yummy “good for you” goodness in every bite. The main star in this recipe is of course tahini, which is made from ground sesame seeds and offers a richer, more savory flavor profile than your standard peanut butter. Add in chia seeds, oats, honey, shredded coconut and let’s not …

Give Me Power Balls

    These “balls” are just what you need when looking for an energy boost. PERFECT snack before a long run or MTB ride.   Ingredients 1 cup large flake oats 2 Tbs hemp seeds 1 Tbs chia seeds 2 Tbs raw cacao nibs 1 scoop vanilla protein powder heavy sprinkle of cinnamon dash of …

Simple Apple Cinnamon Granola

One of my favorite ways to spend a rainy fall morning, is in my kitchen “playing” and coming up with a new recipe. LOVE how this “Simple Apple Cinnamon Granola” turned out. Ooooh AND the best part…..so simple!! Ingredients 5 cups large flake oats 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 1/2 cups raw walnuts (coarsely chopped) …

Coconutty Nut & Seed Granola

  The nuts are always my favorite part of granola – so why not make it all nuts lol….with some seeds throw in the mix too. This is such a yummy combo – great on yogurt or cottage cheese or simply on its own as an energy filled snacked. Ingredients 2 cups raw almonds 1 …

Overnight Oats

Overnight Oats are such a simple way to add some “simplicity” to your mornings. Ingredients 2 cups of large flake & steel cut oat mix 1/2 cup chia seeds 2 tsp of cinnamon 1 Tbsp pure vanilla extrac 3 cups of unsweetened almond milk Directions Place everything in a large bowl. Stir and cover until …

Peanut Butter & Banana Oatmeal Bowl

Mmmm this is one of my MOST favorite ways to enjoy my morning oatmeal – although I could definitely eat this at anytime of the day. I find this to be the perfect meal before a trail run or mountain bike ride – giving me lots of energy to push through the tough sections.   …

Simple Oatmeal Bowl

I love making my meals look pretty, I feel that it really adds to the whole experience and brings more pleasure to the meal. I LOVE the simplicity of these “Simple Oatmeal Bowl’s“ because you can  pick  & choose a different topping each day. Simply cook your oats (I like a mixture of large flake …

Strawberry & Chia Yogurt Popsicle’s

Simple after school snack for the whole family!! Ingredients 2 cups sliced strawberries 3 Tbsp pure honey 2 cups plain greek yogurt 2Tbsp chia seeds Directions Place the strawberries, 1 Tbsp of honey and 1/4 cup water in a blender. Blend on high speed until blended down (smoothie consistency) Place the yogurt into a large …

Peanut Butter & Banana Chip Granola

There’s nothing like a bowl of homemade granola and this might just be my NEW FAVORITE – I love that I can control what goes into the mix to lower the sugar content and up the nuts  🙂 YUM!! This mix is great with unsweetened almond or coconut milk or simply on its own. It …

Brownie Batter Oats In A Jar

Dessert for breakfast….why not!?! Ingredients 2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 cup plain greek yogurt 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup chia seeds 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup 2 cup large flake oats 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 1 cup vanilla protein powder (optional) Directions In a large bowl, mix all of the ingredients …

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