Paleo Porridge with Caramelized Bananas

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Try making this Paleo Porridge with Caramelized Bananas for your next fall breakfast option! Raw pecans and cashews are excellent sources of Vitamin E and magnesium. Dates are a healthy substitute for traditional white sugar and are loaded with antioxidants. Chia seeds are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and fiber. Bananas are full of potassium and help to improve digestion. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

Porridge:

  • 1 cup raw, unsalted pecans

  • 1 cup raw, unsalted cashews

  • 5 dates, pitted

  • 1 tbsp chia seeds

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¼ tsp sea salt

  • 2 cups coconut milk

Caramelized Bananas:

  • 2 bananas

  • 1 tbsp coconut oil

  • 1 ½ tbsp maple syrup

  • ¼ tsp cinnamon

  • ½ cup raw, unsalted pecans, chopped

  • 1 cup coconut milk

Instructions:

1) Place the pecans and cashews in a medium sized bowl of water and let soak overnight. Drain the nuts the following morning and rinse under cold water.

2) Transfer the nuts, dates, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and sea salt to a food processor. Pulse until a finely ground mixture is formed.

3) Transfer the mixture to a pot. Add in the coconut milk and cook over medium-high heat. Stir until hot and smooth and set aside.

4) Peel the bananas and slice them in half and lengthwise.

5) Heat the coconut oil, maple syrup, and cinnamon in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir until well combined. Transfer the bananas to the skillet and cook for two minutes, flipping the banana slices halfway through.

6) Evenly distribute the porridge between four bowls. Add on top the caramelized bananas, chopped pecans, and ¼ cup coconut milk to each bowl. Sprinkle on top extra cinnamon if preferred and enjoy!