Stir in cauliflower, dry mustard, thyme, salt and pepper. Heat the remaining butter, remaining garlic and flour in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly for about 1 minute. Use a food processor to pulse the bread, 1 tablespoon cheddar, 1 tablespoon Monterey Jack, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 clove minced garlic, pinch of salt and pepper in a food processor until coarsely ground. Serve.Ģ slices hearty white or wheat sandwich bread, torn into piecesġ large cauliflower head cut into bite size pieces
Place bowl in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to help with making balls. Give them a tryĬhai Spice- combine 1 T of ground cinnamon, 1/2 t cardamom, 1/4 t ground ginger, 1/8 t of all spice, 1/8 t of ground cloves, 1/8 t ground nutmeg- I keep a jar of premade spice in the pantryġ T of your favorite vanilla or chocolate protein powderĬombine dry ingredients in a large bowl add wet ingredients and mix well. I just make her a batch without it and she is happy. The espresso powder is optional- one of my kiddos loves it and the other is not a fan. They will sustain you for a longer time and provide your body with fuel, not empty calories. Do yourself a favor and grab these for a healthy snack instead of cookies or chips. This recipe is in heavy rotation these days. They go quickly around here so I am always making a new batch. Why we love them - quick energy in the morning, afternoon, and before and after sports practice. My kids can put them together in no time. I add 5 or 6 ice cubes to the blender, but that is up to you- it gives it a thicker consistency.Īdd all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Optional- 1 scoop of collagen powder- adds no taste- just a nice supplement Depending on the day or what I have on hand, I may add a small scoop of goji berries, flax seed, hemp seed, or sprinkle of cinnamon- there are many easy superfoods to add to your smoothie- it is up to you what you may have or want to include.įruit of choice- this week I am using 1 orange- peeled, but typically, use a 1/2 C of pineappleĪ thumb sized chuck of fresh ginger - peeledġ/2 C of Coconut Milk or Almond Milk- whichever I have on hand- unsweetened This is a general outline of the smoothie I make. We were just gifted a bunch of Florida oranges so I will use them for a nice vitamin C kick. You can substitute the pineapple for mango, peaches, or oranges. I like to feed my body with superfoods early in the day so I have energy throughout and am not fueling with empty calories. Both turmeric and ginger have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.
I try to incorporate turmeric( which is found with your spices in any grocery store) and ginger into my daily diet.
#SIP AND BITE FULL#
With cold and flu season in full force, I like to give my body a little extra insurance from illness. Process dates in a blender or processor until a paste is formed.Īdd the remaining ingredients and combine and blend for 2 minutesįorm dough into balls and serve or put in a container and keep in the refrigerator. These are gone in no time in our home- great morning pick me up, afternoon snack, and before or after sports.ġ1 large Medjool dates- pitted- usually found in the same section as raisins in the grocery storeģ T shelled hemp seeds- Trader Jose or Wegmans or Momsġ/4 t of turmeric and/or ginger (optional) I like the anti-inflammatory and cold fighting properties of both of these so I usually include one or both. To increase the health value, turmeric and ginger are optional add ins. These balls are also dairy and gluten free. I include chia and hemp seeds and cacao to kick up our superfood intake. These chocolate protein balls fit the bill. While we don’t have nut allergies in my home, my son is not a fan. Add to blender and mix for about 30 seconds just to combine it all.įreeze for about 10 minutes.
Optional- T of flax, chia, or hemp seed, goji berries,cocoa nibsĪfter you have combined the flour and walnuts and dates in the blender, add the remaining dry ingredients.Ĭombine nut butter, coconut oil, and vanilla in a small bowl and mix.
#SIP AND BITE FREE#
Enjoy these bites- this is how I put them together, but add or subtract as you wish keeping the main ingredients- I add things like chia, hemp, or flax seed or goji berries.ġ C of flour or oat flour ( blend gluten free oats) I also kick up my turmeric consumption when I have a cold. Turmeric is a spice that helps with my immune system and little aches I have from overdoing a workout or any injury. I will eat 2 of these for breakfast and they keep me going until lunch or they are perfect for an afternoon snack. I like to snack in these energy bites as they pack a big punch in a small bite and curb my cravings for sweets. I am a big believer in fueling my body with nutrient dense foods. Turmeric Cinnamon Energy Bites ( anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant)
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