Muffins are the perfect breakfast, snack or even dessert for just about anytime of the year! These muffins are full of fruity flavor, cinnamon-y spice, perfect sweetness and topped with a delicious crumble!
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Vegan Apple Crumble Muffins - Recipe
February 24, 2017
Muffins are the perfect breakfast, snack or even dessert for just about anytime of the year! These muffins are full of fruity flavor, cinnamon-y spice, perfect sweetness and topped with a delicious crumble!
Homeamde Peanut Butter Granola
September 9, 2016
I love peanut butter and I love granola, so it was really a no-brainer to put the two together! Peanut butter granola, homemade, in your own kitchen for you to enjoy and share with your friends and family! I've always said that making food at home is the best choice, and often, the yummier choice! Homemade granola is delicious, but adding peanut butter to it makes it irresistible!
This peanut butter granola is really easy to make and only takes a few ingredients! You will never believe that this delicious granola is vegan, refined sugar free, and ( if you use certified gluten free oats) gluten free!
Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups Oats
1/3 cup Peanut Butter (or any nut butter of choice)
1/3 cup Maple Syrup ( Or honey if you aren't vegan)
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Vanilla
See how simple the recipe is!? You probably already have these ingredients in your house, so you have no reason not to make homemade granola! Lets get started!
First, mix your peanut butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt and vanilla together. It may help to warm the peanut butter up, to make it easier to mix. Resist the urge to eat this straight out of the bowl! :)
Doesn't it look like caramel? Hmm.....Caramel granola, I'll have to try that one out! :) But, back to the peanut butter granola....
Add in your oats and mix until all the oats are covered.
Then, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and sprinkle the raw granola on the pan. Make sure to break up any large clumps, but small clumps are okay!
Bake at 350 F for 20-25 minutes, or until all the oats are toasty brown and your house smells like peanut butter cookies! Be sure to stir the granola every 10 minutes, to prevent burning and to help evenly toast everything!
When they are done, remove from the oven and allow to cool before serving or storing. When storing granola, I like to use a air-tight container or zip-lock bag to keep it fresh. It can also go in the freezer to make your granola last even longer! :)
Isn't it beautiful! I love to eat it by the handful as a snack, or on smoothie bowls for breakfast! My family likes granola on yogurt and its delicious on oatmeal. I even think it would be good on some chocolate coconut ice cream!
Peanut butter granola is the perfect thing to make if you want something satisfying and sweet, yet still healthy and full of protein and fiber! Eating healthy doesn't have to taste bland and boring, it can be delicious and exciting!
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This peanut butter granola is really easy to make and only takes a few ingredients! You will never believe that this delicious granola is vegan, refined sugar free, and ( if you use certified gluten free oats) gluten free!
Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups Oats
1/3 cup Peanut Butter (or any nut butter of choice)
1/3 cup Maple Syrup ( Or honey if you aren't vegan)
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Vanilla
See how simple the recipe is!? You probably already have these ingredients in your house, so you have no reason not to make homemade granola! Lets get started!
First, mix your peanut butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt and vanilla together. It may help to warm the peanut butter up, to make it easier to mix. Resist the urge to eat this straight out of the bowl! :)
Add in your oats and mix until all the oats are covered.
Then, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and sprinkle the raw granola on the pan. Make sure to break up any large clumps, but small clumps are okay!
Bake at 350 F for 20-25 minutes, or until all the oats are toasty brown and your house smells like peanut butter cookies! Be sure to stir the granola every 10 minutes, to prevent burning and to help evenly toast everything!
When they are done, remove from the oven and allow to cool before serving or storing. When storing granola, I like to use a air-tight container or zip-lock bag to keep it fresh. It can also go in the freezer to make your granola last even longer! :)
Peanut butter granola is the perfect thing to make if you want something satisfying and sweet, yet still healthy and full of protein and fiber! Eating healthy doesn't have to taste bland and boring, it can be delicious and exciting!
If you enjoyed this recipe, please let me know and share it with your friends and family! Everyone needs this recipe in their life!
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Brownie Batter Balls
July 8, 2016
Everyone loves brownies and brownie batter is almost as good (if not better!)! Its gooey, sweet, and most importantly, chocolate! You can never go wrong with chocolate and you can never have to much of it! Finding new ways to have chocolate is always fun, and finding a healthy way to have chocolate is even better!
Dates are a fairly new food in my diet. I had never really heard of them or tried them up until a few months ago, but now I don't know how I lived without them! They are super sweet, creamy, gooey and delicious! Add some cocoa powder and some coconut to the mix and you have yourself a winner!
These Brownie Batter Date Balls are going to become a favorite of anyone who loves chocolate, brownies, and yummy snacks! They are completely vegan, dairy-free, oil-free, gluten-free( as long as you have gluten free oats) and refined sugar free! Also, they are super amazingly delicious and I want to eat the whole batch right now!
Ingredients:
12-13 Mejool dates, pitted
2 TBS Cocoa Powder
1/2 cup Rolled Oats
1 tsp Vanilla
Pinch of Salt
1/2 cup Shredded Coconut ( Sweetened or Unsweetened is fine!)
Start by pitting your dates and adding them to a food processor.
Process them until you get a creamy texture. You might need to add some warm water a TBS at a time if your dates were on the dry side.
Not a very pretty picture, but we'll change by adding in the cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, and oats. Processes until well combined and the oats are a chopped up a bit.
And there is your brownie batter dough! Taste it to make sure its good! :) Then pour your coconut into a bowl, ready for rolling.
Dates are a fairly new food in my diet. I had never really heard of them or tried them up until a few months ago, but now I don't know how I lived without them! They are super sweet, creamy, gooey and delicious! Add some cocoa powder and some coconut to the mix and you have yourself a winner!
These Brownie Batter Date Balls are going to become a favorite of anyone who loves chocolate, brownies, and yummy snacks! They are completely vegan, dairy-free, oil-free, gluten-free( as long as you have gluten free oats) and refined sugar free! Also, they are super amazingly delicious and I want to eat the whole batch right now!
Ingredients:
12-13 Mejool dates, pitted
2 TBS Cocoa Powder
1/2 cup Rolled Oats
1 tsp Vanilla
Pinch of Salt
1/2 cup Shredded Coconut ( Sweetened or Unsweetened is fine!)
Start by pitting your dates and adding them to a food processor.
Process them until you get a creamy texture. You might need to add some warm water a TBS at a time if your dates were on the dry side.
Not a very pretty picture, but we'll change by adding in the cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, and oats. Processes until well combined and the oats are a chopped up a bit.
And there is your brownie batter dough! Taste it to make sure its good! :) Then pour your coconut into a bowl, ready for rolling.
Then start rolling your dough into balls. You can make them as big or as small as you like! I got around 16 in my batch. If the dough is sticking your hands, dip your hands in some water every once in a while. This will prevent the sticking!
And there you go! Healthy Brownie Batter Date Balls! Let them sit in the fridge for 30 minutes or so to firm up a bit before snacking on! Store them in the fridge to keep them fresh longer!
Not only are these little treats delicious but they are packed full of fiber, protein, and healthy fats! Perfect for a snack or little dessert to satisfy a sweet tooth! Make them for yourself or share them with your friends and family. You will suddenly become very popular! :)
If you make this recipe, please let me know what you thought! I hope you like this post and it has given you inspiration to live a healthier lifestyle!
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Go Bananas! Vegan Banana Bread
May 27, 2016
Who doesn't love a nice piece of banana bread? Its soft, moist, sweet and so comforting! Wouldn't you love it if banana bread could be good for you? So good for you that you don't feel guilty about eating the whole loaf in one day?... Well then, this is the recipe for you!
I love banana bread, I always have, but now that I am vegan, finding a good recipe hasn't been easy. I just decided to make a recipe that had everything I wanted. Low-Fat, Oil-Free, Vegan and (most importantly) super delicious! This is the resulting recipe!
Then you can add the rest of the ingredients. Start with the wet ingredients and then add in the dry. Make sure not to over mix!
Feel free to tuck in with a spoon... no one will judge! :)
Line or grease a bread pan and pour in your batter.
Then, mix up your topping. You are going for a crumby mixture. Crumble your topping over the top.
I love banana bread, I always have, but now that I am vegan, finding a good recipe hasn't been easy. I just decided to make a recipe that had everything I wanted. Low-Fat, Oil-Free, Vegan and (most importantly) super delicious! This is the resulting recipe!
Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups Flour
2 tsp Baking Powder
1 tsp Baking Soda
2 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Nutmeg
1/4 tsp Salt
2 Super Ripe Bananas
1/2 cup Maple Syrup
1/2 cup Almond Milk ( or Coconut would be really good too!)
1 tsp Vanilla
1/4 cup Raisins (Optional, but recommended)
Topping:
4TBS Flour
2 TBS Brown Sugar
Pinch of Cinnamon
2 TBS Almond Milk
2 TBS Oats
Okay, lets get rolling! Start by finding some super ripe bananas. They should look like this.
Peel them and add them to a bowl and give them a really good mash.
Feel free to tuck in with a spoon... no one will judge! :)
Line or grease a bread pan and pour in your batter.
Then, mix up your topping. You are going for a crumby mixture. Crumble your topping over the top.
Preheat the oven to 350 F and bake for 40-45 minutes. To test that it is done, stick a tooth pick in the center. If it comes out clean, its done.
Allow it to cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan. Slice while warm to enjoy the fullness of this beautiful bread!
I couldn't believe how great this bread turned out! Its soft, moist, sweet and so healthy, all at once! What more could you ask for?
If you enjoyed this post, and this recipe, please share it with your friends and family! Recipes like these are rare, so you'll want to keep it!
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Smoky Roasted Chickpeas
May 20, 2016
If you are anything like me, finding a good and healthy snack option isn't always easy! Maybe its pretty healthy, but its probably super expensive, or, its pretty cheap but not so healthy! What are we to do? Settle for expensive healthy snacks or cheap unhealthy ones?! No Way! There is a much easier and better solution than that!
I have been seeing these roasted chickpeas all over the place lately. Lots of stores are selling them and a ton of people are posting recipes for them! The only problem is most of the time these chickpeas are covered in oil and ( if you get the store bought ones) preservatives! So, while they may be delicious, they aren't so healthy.
So how do we solve this problem? We make our own of course! Not only is it cheaper to make your own snacks, its also so much healthier! You get to personalize it to your unique taste and you know exactly what went into it! Making these roasted chickpeas at home allows you to have a personalized and healthy snack, without losing taste or lots of money!
Ingredients:
1 can Chickpeas
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Chili Powder
1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
or
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Maple Syrup or Brown Sugar
As you can see, this recipe really customizable. If you like savory snacks, go with the smoky flavor like I did. If you have more of a sweet tooth, go with the sweet option! I might also add, a little lime juice on the savory ones would be amazing!
First, open your chickpeas and rinse them really well. Then, pour them on a paper towel and dry them. Add them to a bowl along with your spices of choice. Stir until each chickpeas is coated.
Bake for 35-45 minutes, flipping every 10 minutes or so for even roasting. Once they are done, allow them to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes.
Besides being a great snack, these roasted chickpeas are also great on salads, in wraps, in tacos, or even to replace the croutons on top of a soup! However you choose to eat these roasted beauties, I know you will enjoy them as much as I did!
Chickpeas are full of fiber and protein, so they are a great thing to add to you diet! Roasting them and adding flavor is just one way of making these cute little beans extra delicious!
If you enjoyed this post and the recipe, please share it with your friends and family! Everyone needs this healthy snack in their life!
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H. Banana
I have been seeing these roasted chickpeas all over the place lately. Lots of stores are selling them and a ton of people are posting recipes for them! The only problem is most of the time these chickpeas are covered in oil and ( if you get the store bought ones) preservatives! So, while they may be delicious, they aren't so healthy.
So how do we solve this problem? We make our own of course! Not only is it cheaper to make your own snacks, its also so much healthier! You get to personalize it to your unique taste and you know exactly what went into it! Making these roasted chickpeas at home allows you to have a personalized and healthy snack, without losing taste or lots of money!
Ingredients:
1 can Chickpeas
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Chili Powder
1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
or
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Maple Syrup or Brown Sugar
As you can see, this recipe really customizable. If you like savory snacks, go with the smoky flavor like I did. If you have more of a sweet tooth, go with the sweet option! I might also add, a little lime juice on the savory ones would be amazing!
First, open your chickpeas and rinse them really well. Then, pour them on a paper towel and dry them. Add them to a bowl along with your spices of choice. Stir until each chickpeas is coated.
Preheat your oven to 450 F. Pour your coated chickpeas onto a baking sheet- large enough for them to be in one flat layer. Looking back, I would have put down some parchment paper to protect my pan, so you might want to do that as well!
Once they are cool, remove them from the pan and enjoy! What you don't eat right away can be stored in an air tight container!
If you enjoyed this post and the recipe, please share it with your friends and family! Everyone needs this healthy snack in their life!
You can follow the blog via email, Google, Twitter @ SpinachisGood, Tumblr @ justrunningforfood and on Pinterest @ Hannah Plunkett. I look forward to connecting with you guys!
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Stay Healthy, Happy and Laughing!
H. Banana
St. Patrick's Hummus
March 11, 2016
St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner, and while its not a huge holiday, it's still a fun one to celebrate! Everything has been turning green for weeks in preparation for this Irish holiday! So, I started racking my brain to figure out what I could make that was healthy, delicious and GREEN!
What I decided to make and share with you guys, is some amazing St. Patrick's Day Hummus! I know, its not a traditional Irish food or even inspired my typical Irish flavors, but it is green and it is delicious! I think St. Patrick would approve and I hope you do too!
To make this hummus, I started with a standard hummus recipe and began to add my own spin on it! To lighten the recipe up, I took out the massive amounts of olive oil and tahini paste that normal recipes use, and just used a little of the chickpea water (sometimes called aquafaba) for the liquid. To make this hummus the festive color green, I used some baby spinach! Not only does this add amazing color, but also an extra boost of protein! What more is there to love? Oh yeah, it's also Vegan, Gluten Free, fairly Low Fat, and a perfect healthy snack for anytime of the year!
Ingredients:
1 can of Chickpeas
2 TBS minced Garlic or 2 tsp of Garlic Powder
2 tsp Ground Cumin
2 TBS Lemon Juice
1 cup Fresh Spinach ( you could also use Kale, Arugula or any other dark leafy green you want)
(Optional) 1-2 tsp Tahini ( ground sesame seeds)
Salt to taste
Drain your chickpeas, BUT KEEP THE LIQUID. What you don't use in the recipe you can save for a later use. This liquid is called aquafaba and can me used to make vegan frostings, marshmallow fluff, sponge cakes and so much more!
Add everything to a blender or food processor EXPECT THE SPINACH.
Blend until everything is incorporated and fairly smooth. Taste and adjust any flavors if needed. If needed, add in some of the chickpea water to make things blend easier.
Now you have some beautiful and delicious green hummus that St. Patrick himself would be proud of! This hummus is perfect for a St. Patrick's Day party or for a festive touch to your lunch and dinner!
What I decided to make and share with you guys, is some amazing St. Patrick's Day Hummus! I know, its not a traditional Irish food or even inspired my typical Irish flavors, but it is green and it is delicious! I think St. Patrick would approve and I hope you do too!
To make this hummus, I started with a standard hummus recipe and began to add my own spin on it! To lighten the recipe up, I took out the massive amounts of olive oil and tahini paste that normal recipes use, and just used a little of the chickpea water (sometimes called aquafaba) for the liquid. To make this hummus the festive color green, I used some baby spinach! Not only does this add amazing color, but also an extra boost of protein! What more is there to love? Oh yeah, it's also Vegan, Gluten Free, fairly Low Fat, and a perfect healthy snack for anytime of the year!
Ingredients:
1 can of Chickpeas
2 TBS minced Garlic or 2 tsp of Garlic Powder
2 tsp Ground Cumin
2 TBS Lemon Juice
1 cup Fresh Spinach ( you could also use Kale, Arugula or any other dark leafy green you want)
(Optional) 1-2 tsp Tahini ( ground sesame seeds)
Salt to taste
Drain your chickpeas, BUT KEEP THE LIQUID. What you don't use in the recipe you can save for a later use. This liquid is called aquafaba and can me used to make vegan frostings, marshmallow fluff, sponge cakes and so much more!
Add everything to a blender or food processor EXPECT THE SPINACH.
Blend until everything is incorporated and fairly smooth. Taste and adjust any flavors if needed. If needed, add in some of the chickpea water to make things blend easier.
You could leave it as is and you will still have a delicious hummus, but in the spirit of St. Patty's Day, lets make it green!
Add your spinach to the blender and blend until smooth.
Isn't is pretty? Its so much fun to eat things that are fun colors! Taste the hummus and make sure it is to your liking. You might need to adjust the seasonings a bit to make it perfect!
Then, transfer your fresh homemade hummus to a dish or container.
Chill in the fridge for a few hours before serving.
Hummus has become a staple food in our house. We love to eat it with pita chips, carrot sticks, slices of cucumber and bell pepper, and crackers. Its also really yummy spead on toast, used in place of mayo on your sandwiches and veggie burgers, or in wraps to add delicious flavor and extra protein!
I hope you enjoy this recipe for hummus! I am sure you will love it as much as I do! Whether you make it in celeration of St. Patrick's Day, or just for fun, this is a recipe you won't want to miss out on!
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Fudgy Mug Brownie
March 4, 2016
Greetings! My name is Emma. I'm Hannah's younger sister. She has given me the privlege of guest writing a blog post! I'm super excited to write this! This week's post is on a gooey, fudgy mug brownie to die for!
I developed the recipe for this vegan and gluten free brownie one afternoon when I had a craving for something sweet. I went into our pantry, grabbed some ingredients, and started putting a little bit of this and that into a mug. The finish product was amazing!
Heavenly!!!
Fudgy goodness!
Okay, enough chattering, you need to know how you can make this and put it in your belly!
Fudgy Mug Brownie
(Note: This recipe is vegan and gluten free, so everyone can enjoy!)
Step one: add the following ingredients listed to a mediem sized coffee mug.
1 &1/2 TBS of cocoa powder
1 tiny pinch of salt
1/4 TSP of baking powder
2 TBS of almond flour
1 TBS of sugar
mix
Step two: Add wet ingredients to dry.
1 heaping TSP of creamy peanut butter
1-2 splashes of vanilla unsweetened almond milk
1 tiny splash of vanilla extract
Mix until well combined.
Step three: Mirowave for 30 seconds, or until done. ( Note: Cook time may vary, depending on the strengh of your mirowave, also note that it is very easy to over bake this brownie, so be careful!)
Step four: Let the brownie cool slightly, and devour!
( opptionaly: add a tiny spoonful of peanut butter to top it off.)
There you go folks, your fudgy mug brownie! I hope you enjoy this brownie as much as I did, and I'm pretty confident you'll love it too! Be sure to leave a comment below if you tried this recipe or not, and share it with your friends!
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Enjoy this delicious recipe and I'll see you later!- Emma
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H. Banana
Valentine's Day Granola
February 12, 2016
Granola is delicious. Granola given as a gift is super special and granola given or received on Valentine's Day is amazing! This granola is the perfect way to show someone how much you care! Its delicious, easy to make and give as a gift, and it also happens to be healthy! What more is there to love?!
Homemade gifts are so much better than store bought ones! They are always from the heart, because you put your time and effort into them, and you put thought into what to make. Giving a homemade gift on Valentine's Day is the best way to show your love!
A lot of granola recipes have a few standard ingredients in them. Butter, Honey, and Oats. Some use coconut oil or other types of oils, and some might use a differnt form of sweetener, but usually they are all about the same. I took out the butter and added in banana and I used maple syrup instead of honey. Becasue of those changes, this recipe is vegan, low in fat, refined sugar free, and packed full of fiber and protien!
The Recipe
1 ripe Banana- mashed
4-5 TBS Maple Syrup
3 tsp Nutmeg
4 tsp Cinnamon( Good for the heart!)
1/2 tsp Salt
2 tsp Vanilla
1/4 cup Chia Seeds
5 cups Rolled Oats ( to make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free oats!)
1/2 cup Quinoa
Raisins
Dried Apples( or mix-ins of your choice. Sliced or Crushed nuts like almons, pecans, walnuts or cashews. Ground Flax seed, Flaked Dried Coconut, Dried cranberries or blueberries, seeds like pumpkin, sesame, or sunflower, or freeze-dried fruits like raspberries or strawberries!)
-- Nuts, Seeds and coconut flakes can be added before baking. Anything else needs to be added after baking.
First, mash the banana and add the maple syrup, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt and vanilla to it. Mix well with a whisk. Then add in the oats, quinoa and chia seeds. Make sure to stir well and get everything evenly coated. If you are adding nuts, seeds or flax seeds, you can add them in now.
Preheat your oven to 400 F. Lay the raw granola out on a baking sheet and spread it as evenly as possible. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Make sure to flatten out the granola after each stir.
Once it is all toasty and golden brown, its done! Your home will smell amazing! You could leave it how it is, but to add to the amazing-ness, lets add a few more things! I added a few handfuls of raisins and dried apple chips, but feel free to add what ever you want.
Stir the ingredients together and then let the mixture cool completely! I usually have a few bites while it is cooling! I just can't help myself!
I know I would be thrilled to receive a jar of homemade granola for Valentine's Day! I can't imagine anyone complaining about getting a home--made, from-the-heart gift anytime of the year! They just are so special!
I love to eat granola on smoothie bowls and oatmeal, over dairy-free ice-cream or banana-ice-cream, or just with a splash of almond milk as a cereal! Its the perfect way to start your day becasue it is full of protein, fiber, healthy sugars, and even cinnamon( which is good for your heart!). It also makes a great snack or even dessert!
If you liked this recipe, please let me know, and share it with your friends and family! Spread the love and give this as a gift for Valentine's Day or anyday!
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Happy Valentine's Day!
H.Banana
Homemade gifts are so much better than store bought ones! They are always from the heart, because you put your time and effort into them, and you put thought into what to make. Giving a homemade gift on Valentine's Day is the best way to show your love!
A lot of granola recipes have a few standard ingredients in them. Butter, Honey, and Oats. Some use coconut oil or other types of oils, and some might use a differnt form of sweetener, but usually they are all about the same. I took out the butter and added in banana and I used maple syrup instead of honey. Becasue of those changes, this recipe is vegan, low in fat, refined sugar free, and packed full of fiber and protien!
The Recipe
1 ripe Banana- mashed
4-5 TBS Maple Syrup
3 tsp Nutmeg
4 tsp Cinnamon( Good for the heart!)
1/2 tsp Salt
2 tsp Vanilla
1/4 cup Chia Seeds
5 cups Rolled Oats ( to make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free oats!)
1/2 cup Quinoa
Raisins
Dried Apples( or mix-ins of your choice. Sliced or Crushed nuts like almons, pecans, walnuts or cashews. Ground Flax seed, Flaked Dried Coconut, Dried cranberries or blueberries, seeds like pumpkin, sesame, or sunflower, or freeze-dried fruits like raspberries or strawberries!)
-- Nuts, Seeds and coconut flakes can be added before baking. Anything else needs to be added after baking.
First, mash the banana and add the maple syrup, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt and vanilla to it. Mix well with a whisk. Then add in the oats, quinoa and chia seeds. Make sure to stir well and get everything evenly coated. If you are adding nuts, seeds or flax seeds, you can add them in now.
Preheat your oven to 400 F. Lay the raw granola out on a baking sheet and spread it as evenly as possible. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Make sure to flatten out the granola after each stir.
Stir the ingredients together and then let the mixture cool completely! I usually have a few bites while it is cooling! I just can't help myself!
Once it has cooled, you can store it in air-tight containers. I like to use mason jars, but plastic would work just as well! Also, using pretty containers makes gift-giving even easier!
I know I would be thrilled to receive a jar of homemade granola for Valentine's Day! I can't imagine anyone complaining about getting a home--made, from-the-heart gift anytime of the year! They just are so special!
Whether you give this as a gift to your specail someone on Valentine's Day or you keep it for yourself, this granola is amazing! You will want to keep this recipe some where safe! :)
If you liked this recipe, please let me know, and share it with your friends and family! Spread the love and give this as a gift for Valentine's Day or anyday!
You can follow the blog via email, Google, Twitter @ SpinachisGood, Tumblr @ justrunningforfood, and on Pinterest @ Hannah Plunkett.
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Happy Valentine's Day!
H.Banana
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