Blueberry Muffins

Try making these gluten and dairy-free blueberry muffins for your next breakfast or snack option! Gluten-free flour serves as an excellent alternative to traditional flours for those with a gluten allergy or sensitivity. Coconut sugar is a natural, unrefined sweetener that offers a beneficial amount of potassium and iron. Blueberries are known to have one of the largest antioxidant levels and help balance blood pressure levels. Enjoy these muffins on-the-go for breakfast or as a snack!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour

• 1 cup coconut sugar

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp dried lemon peel

• 2 eggs

• ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1 cup frozen blueberries

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with baking cups.

2) In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, sea salt, and dried lemon peel. Mix ingredients together well.

3) In a small sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and coconut milk. Add to the flour mixture and mix well. Toss in the blueberries and fold into the batter.

4) Scoop an even amount of batter into each cup of the muffin pan. Bake for about 30 minutes. Allow muffins to cool before eating and enjoy!

Almond Butter Banana Smoothie

Try making this almond butter banana smoothie for your next breakfast or snack option! Bananas serve as an excellent source of potassium and provide plenty of fiber to promote proper digestive health. Not only is almond butter a delicious and healthy nut butter of choice, but it is full of omega-3 fatty acids which help to reduce inflammation throughout the body. Dates are rich in a variety of antioxidants that can help combat several chronic illnesses including heart disease and diabetes. Sprinkle extra cinnamon on top of this smoothie to regulate those blood sugar levels and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 frozen banana

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

• 2 tbsp almond butter

• 2 dates, pitted

• ½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

1) Begin by adding the banana and almond milk to a blender. Blend until the banana is blended well.

2) Add in the almond butter, dates, and cinnamon and blend until smooth. Sprinkle extra cinnamon on top if desired and enjoy!

Sweet Potato Avocado Toast

This sweet potato avocado toast serves as a delicious breakfast, snack, or lunch option! Sweet potatoes are free of cholesterol and rich in beta-carotene. Because they are full of fiber and antioxidants, sweet potatoes promote gut health and reduce inflammation. Coconut oil has many benefits including strengthening the immune system, improving bone health, and promoting weight loss. Avocados are full of healthy monounsaturated fats and are great for heart health. Top with sliced tomato, hard-boiled egg, and/or chia seeds and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 large sweet potato, sliced into ¼” slices

• 1 tsp coconut oil, melted

• 1 avocado, mashed

• Optional toppings: sliced tomato, hard-boiled egg, chia seeds

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

2) Coat both sides of sweet potato slices with coconut oil. Place on a baking rack and bake in the oven for 10 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through. Remove from the oven and let rest.

3) Once the sweet potato slices have cooled off, spread on top the mashed avocado. Top with sliced tomato, hard-boiled egg, and/or chia seeds and enjoy!

Paleo French Toast

Try making this paleo french toast recipe for your next breakfast or brunch! This dish is simple to make and loaded with healthy ingredients to start off your morning. Cinnamon provides plenty of antioxidants and regulates blood sugar levels. Coconut aids in weight loss and helps promote bowel regularity. Vanilla offers antioxidants to help combat inflammation and coconut sugar provides a sweet and nutty flavor. Top with maple syrup or honey and your choice of fresh fruit. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of paleo-friendly bread

• 2 eggs

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ¾ cup unsweetened coconut or almond milk

• 1 tsp coconut oil

• 2 tbsp coconut sugar

• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

• Maple syrup or honey for topping

• Fresh fruit for topping, optional

Instructions:

1) Add the coconut oil to a large skillet and begin heating on low heat.

2) In a medium sized bowl, combine the eggs, cinnamon, coconut milk, coconut sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk all ingredients together.

3) Soak each slice of bread in the egg mixture, making sure both sides are coated. Place each slice of bread on the heated skillet and cook on low-medium heat until each side is golden brown.

4) Serve with maple syrup or honey and your choice of fresh fruit. Enjoy!