Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies

Try making these Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies for your next breakfast option! Oats serve as a great source of fiber, help lower cholesterol, and regulate digestion. Apples reduce inflammation, promote regular bowel movements, and are a great source of potassium. Cinnamon regulates blood sugar levels, reduces the risk of heart disease, and helps fight off infections caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Serve these Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies with your favorite yogurt and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 3 cups gluten-free old-fashioned oats

• 1 ¾ cup gluten-free oat flour

• 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup coconut oil

• ½ cup coconut sugar

• ½ cup chopped walnuts

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1 tsp maple syrup

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 350 F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2) In a large bowl, beat coconut oil and coconut sugar. Add eggs and maple syrup. Mix until combined and set aside.

3) In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together oat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

4) Stir the dry mixture into the wet mixture until combined. Set aside.

5) In another separate bowl, stir together oats, diced apples, and walnuts. Add the set-aside mixture and stir until all ingredients are combined.

6) Drop by heaping tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets.

7) Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges begin to brown. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Top your cookies with walnuts and enjoy!

Gluten-Free Pancakes

Try making these Gluten-Free Pancakes for your next breakfast option! Almond flour is packed with essential nutrients like protein, fiber, healthy fats, and calcium. Maple syrup may help reduce the risk of heart disease by reducing inflammation and lowering cholesterol levels. Coconut oil boosts metabolism and promotes weight loss. Serve these Gluten-Free Pancakes with your favorite syrup and fruit and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups almond flour

• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk

• 2 large eggs

• 2 tablespoons nut butter

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil

• 1 tablespoon baking powder

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Instructions:

1) In a mixing bowl, whisk together coconut oil, nut butter, and maple syrup. Add milk and eggs. Stir to combine.

2) Add baking powder and stir. Gradually begin to add almond flour and continue to mix. Add more flour for a thicker mixture or milk to thin it out.

3) Heat a pan or skillet over medium heat. Grease surface with coconut oil. Add pancake batter ¼ cup at a time. Flip pancake after about 2-3 minutes, when the side on the surface is golden brown. Cook other side until golden brown and place to the side on a separate plate. Continue making pancakes until all batter is cooked.

4) Plate your pancakes. Add your choice of syrup and fruit and enjoy!

Almond Yogurt

Try making this Almond Yogurt for your next breakfast option! Almonds offer an extensive list of benefits including boosting cardiovascular health, promoting weight loss, supporting strong bones, and reducing sugar cravings. Although it is sweet, maple syrup helps reduce inflammation, improves skin complexion, and is loaded with antioxidants! Agar agar powder is a plant-based thickener that is rich in fiber and supports healthy digestion. Serve this healthy yogurt with granola and fresh fruit and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw unsalted almonds

• 1 ½ tbsp maple syrup

• 3 cups water

• 3 tbsp arrowroot starch

• ½ tsp agar agar powder

Instructions:

1) Soak almonds in warm water for at least 1 hour. Drain and rinse.

2) In a food processor or high-speed blender, blend the almonds, maple syrup, and 2 cups of water. Blend for about 1 minute or until almonds are fully broken down.

3) Use a nut milk bag to strain the almond milk and pour into a saucepan. Squeeze out as much liquid as you can and dispose of the remaining almond fragments.

4) Add the remaining 1 cup of water, arrowroot starch, and agar agar powder. Mix over low-medium heat until dissolved.

5) Bring the pot to a medium heat and slowly bring the milk to a boil. Whisk frequently as the milk is coming to temperature. Once bubbles are rising to the surface, reduce to low heat to maintain a simmer, and whisk for about 2 minutes. This step is to activate the starch and agar, which thickens the yogurt. Remove from heat.

6) Allow the mixture to cool for about 30-45 minutes. As the mixture is cooling, make sure to whisk it every now and then to maintain its smoothness.

7) Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart jar and cover with a lid. Wrap the jar in a towel and place it in a warm, sunny spot in your house, preferably near a window for at least 8 hours. This step allows the yogurt to ferment.

8) When the 8 hours is up, refrigerate the yogurt overnight and enjoy for up to 7 days refrigerated.

Buckwheat Pancakes

Try making these Buckwheat Pancakes for your next breakfast option! Buckwheat is naturally gluten-free and packed with fiber, protein, and magnesium. Cinnamon is a spice that offers an extensive list of health benefits including boosting immunity, reducing inflammation, and supporting cognition. Eggs are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and help maintain strong bones. Not only does coconut oil help increase energy levels throughout the body, but it also helps support cardiovascular health. Serve these healthy pancakes with fresh fruit and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup buckwheat flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp sea salt

• 2 eggs

• ½ cup coconut milk

• ¼ cup maple syrup, plus more for serving

• 3 tbsp of coconut oil melted, plus more for oiling the skillet

• Fresh fruit for topping, optional

Instructions:

1) In a large bowl, combine the buckwheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and sea salt.

2) In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, coconut milk, maple syrup, and coconut oil.

3) Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and combine well.

4) Add extra coconut oil to a skillet and heat over low-medium heat.

5) Pour ¼ cup of the baking mix into the skillet to form a pancake. Heat each side of the pancake until fully cooked through.

6) Serve pancakes with extra maple syrup and fresh fruit and enjoy!