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Autumn Granola

Autumn Granola

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This recipe for autumn granola is simple and delicious! Every ingredient is healthy, and perfect for the fall season. It features a variety of nuts, as well as a good for you sweetener. Maple syrup is a go to in our home, as it adds a great flavor to your recipe and is better for you than other refined sugars.

Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc, as well as other minerals. Both pecans and almonds have antioxidants and are also great for heart health and inflammation.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 t. pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil

Steps

1

In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients.

2

Next, add butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and peanut butter to a small sauce pan. Heat the mixture together until incorporated.

3

Add the saucepan mixture to the bowl and mix until the dry ingredients are coated.

4

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Add the granola to a large baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake for 45-50 minutes, stirring every 20 minutes.

5

Remove from the oven and cool. The granola will be golden and toasted when finished. Enjoy!

The granola is great on top of yogurt bowls, with milk added, or as a crunchy snack. Avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil can be substituted instead of coconut oil if desired. My favorite parchment paper to use with recipes like these is an unbleached parchment paper linked here.

Strawberry Lemon Electrolyte Drink

Strawberry Lemon Electrolyte Drink

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This strawberry lemon electrolyte drink is so easy to make and absolutely delicious! With no added sweeteners or preservatives, it’s hydrating and refreshing for a hot summer day.

The lemon electrolyte powder is my favorite. It supplies you with essential minerals and tastes great when added to water or any other drink.

Enjoy this healthy and clean electrolyte drink all summer long!

The Recipe:

Ingredients

  • 3-4 fresh or frozen strawberries (thawed)
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice (fresh)
  • 1 Tbsp. cranberry juice
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon electrolyte powder (my favorite linked here)
  • 4-5 ice cubes
  • water (or coconut water)

Steps

1

Add the strawberries, lemon juice, and cranberry juice to the bottom of a jar. Mash the mixture until the strawberries are muddled.

2

Next, add the electrolyte powder and stir to combine.

3

Then, add ice cubes and fill the jar with water or coconut water. Shake the jar to fully combine!

4

Top the jar with a slice of lemon and enjoy!

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Nutritious Chocolate Overnight Oats

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These chocolate overnight oats are the perfect way to start your day. They’re delicious and extremely beneficial to your gut.

First lets read about the ingredients. Oats, cacao powder, chia seeds, and collagen are great foods to add to your daily diet.

Benefits of rolled oats:

Oats are high in fiber, therefore helping support digestion. They’re filling and
provide a nutritious breakfast or snack during the day.

Benefits of chia seeds:

Chia seeds are packed with antioxidants as well as high in fiber and omega 3 levels. They can be helpful for
lowering blood pressure and reducing inflammation and bloating.

Benefits of cacao powder:

Cacao powder is beneficial for heart health and digestion. It also contains fiber, as well as
iron and magnesium. Both those minerals are good and necessary for your body.

Benefits of collagen:

Adding collagen to your daily diet is a good way to improve gut health. It also supports
healthy hair, skin, nails, and bones.

This is my and my husbands favorite breakfast. It’s great for prepping ahead of time or if you’re on the go!

CHOCOLATE OVERNIGHT OATS

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 Tbsp. chia seeds
  • 1 Tbsp. cacao powder
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 scoop collagen (opt.)

Steps

1

In a jar, mix together oats, chia seeds, cacao powder, and collagen.

2

Then, add the milk, yogurt, and maple syrup to the dry ingredients.

3

Stir to fully combine.

4

Place in refrigerator overnight and enjoy the next morning. Top with granola, peanut butter, nuts, fruit, or chocolate chips. All are delicious!

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Note: Overnight oats store well in the refrigerator, so making 3-4 jars at a time is a time saver. It’s a great way to prep breakfast for the week!

Link for collagen peptides:

Grass Fed Collagen