Maple Pecan Granola

After my smoothie bowl post the other day, I wanted to provide you with the newest granola recipe I whipped up for a breakfast nutrition class at Sobeys the other day. Quick, easy, crunchy, chunky, and delicious! Maple Pecan Granola (~Serves 15 as a topping) Ingredients: 2 cup large flake oats (I used Bob’s RedContinue reading “Maple Pecan Granola”

Very Berry Smoothie Bowl!

Happy Hump Day! Are you looking for a mid-week boost and something to cool you down in this hot weather? This smoothie bowl is the perfect idea to refresh, cool-down and a great way to nourish your body. Adding protein powder is optional.. however I strongly recommend adding protein to amp up the satiety ofContinue reading “Very Berry Smoothie Bowl!”

One-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake (Vegan-friendly)

Tomorrow night I will be running a class for a group of single ladies. “Cooking for one!” We all need something a little sweet and sometimes its hard to come up with the time and energy to whip up a treat when it’s just for yourself. Well…very little time and energy is required for thisContinue reading “One-Minute Chocolate Mug Cake (Vegan-friendly)”

Banana Nut Bread (Low Carb, made with coconut flour!

This recipe makes ~9 large slices/servings. It is packed with wholesome ingredients and healthy fats to keep you satisfied longer! Ingredients:  4 eggs 1.5 tsp vanilla extract 2 medium-sized bananas, mashed 1/4 cup natural almond butter 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt (0% m.f.) 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 3/4 cup rye flour (or other flourContinue reading “Banana Nut Bread (Low Carb, made with coconut flour!”

Banana Breakfast Bars (quick & easy recipe)

This is a one bowl recipe… quick and easy to make AND you can easily tailor it to your taste buds. Change the nuts that are used, add chia, flax, or a different dried fruit to suit your taste buds! Ingredients (makes ~12 bars): 3 large bananas, mashed (I used two from the counter andContinue reading “Banana Breakfast Bars (quick & easy recipe)”

Blueberry Cinnamon Waffles

Mmmm! Tried making my own homemade waffles for the first time and I will definitely be doing this again. They turned out so delicious. I try to keep the added sugar in my recipes to a minimum. If you like things a little bit sweeter, increase the coconut sugar as you please. Also, feel freeContinue reading “Blueberry Cinnamon Waffles”

Healthy Morning Glory Muffins

Happy Monday! I prepared these tasty little treats on the weekend to pack as a snack for the work week. They are packed with quality ingredients to keep you satisfied and your tummy happy 🙂 Recipes (Makes 12 small muffins): Ingredients: 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour 2/3 cup large flake oats 1 cup shredded carrotsContinue reading “Healthy Morning Glory Muffins”

2-Minute Microwave English Muffin!

I love the weekend! Especially in the mornings when I have plenty of time to try out new recipes and play wth ingredients in the kitchen. Today I created…. ROUND TOAST! 😉 Ever since I was a kid we have always called English Muffins “Round Toast”…. but for all of you to understand what theContinue reading “2-Minute Microwave English Muffin!”

Crunchy Quinoa Granola

I avoid most cereals and store bought granolas as they tend to be packed and filled with high sugar content, high fructose corn syrup, and many other unnecessary ingredients. Making my own granola to top on yogurt, nut milk, on fruit, and just for snacking is my favourite! Ingredients (Makes ~2 cups):  1 1/2 cupContinue reading “Crunchy Quinoa Granola”

Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins

Recipes makes ~9 large muffins: In a large mixing bowl, blend together the following ingredients: 2 small ripe bananas 1/4 cup greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt/dairy free yogurt if needed) 1/4 cup egg whites (swap for flax eggs if vegan) 1/3 cup coconut sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1 tbsp almond butter 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauceContinue reading “Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins”