nut butter – Top Morning Recommendations http://www.energyhealthteam.com Best Ways to Start the Day Sat, 29 Sep 2018 17:07:47 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.3.17 Saskia’s Favorite Breakfast Recipe: CREAMY PROTEIN-RICH OATMEAL PORRIDGE http://www.energyhealthteam.com/creamy-protein-oatmeal-porridge-recipe/ http://www.energyhealthteam.com/creamy-protein-oatmeal-porridge-recipe/#comments Tue, 14 Aug 2018 22:10:35 +0000 http://www.energyhealthteam.com/?p=3054 Peanut butter is one of the key ingredients in this warm breakfast oatmeal recipe. This is Saskia's favorite breakfast recipe, especially since it's packed with protein, vitamins and minerals to start the day off with a burst of healthy energy. Extra natural sweetness comes from adding vanilla brown rice protein powder. … Continue readingSaskia’s Favorite Breakfast Recipe: CREAMY PROTEIN-RICH OATMEAL PORRIDGE

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Nut butter is one of the key ingredients in this warm breakfast oatmeal recipe. This is Saskia’s favorite breakfast recipe, especially since it’s packed with protein, vitamins and minerals to start the day off with a burst of healthy energy. Extra natural sweetness comes from adding vanilla brown rice protein powder.


Here’s the list of all the ingredients for this Protein Porridge recipe:

  • 3/4 cup oats
  • 1 1/2 cups oat milk
  • 1 heaped tablespoon peanut butter (or other nut butter)
  • 1/2 tablespoon vanilla brown rice protein powder
  • Pinch of cinnamon
  • 1/2 banana



When you have all of the ingredients together, here’s how to make this healthy Protein Porridge:

  1. Start by adding the oats and oat milk to a saucepan over a medium heat.


  2. When the oat milk is hot add in all the other ingredients except the protein powder. Keep on stirring, and if it gets too hot lower the heat. (If you don’t like peanut butter, use almond or cashew!)


  3. After a further 5 minutes stir in the protein powder. Stir until it’s absorbed into the porridge without any sitting on top.


  4. After another 5 minutes your porridge should be ready! Pour into a bowl, top with the other half of the banana, some berries or even a further dollop of peanut butter (why not!?).


  5. Enjoy!

Source: Saskia Gregson-Williams


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]]> http://www.energyhealthteam.com/creamy-protein-oatmeal-porridge-recipe/feed/ 3 No-Bake HOMEMADE NUT-BUTTER CEREAL BARS http://www.energyhealthteam.com/no-bake-homemade-nut-butter-cereal-bars/ http://www.energyhealthteam.com/no-bake-homemade-nut-butter-cereal-bars/#comments Thu, 19 Jul 2018 22:35:15 +0000 http://www.energyhealthteam.com/?p=9069 These delicious, healthy, no-bake Homemade Nut-Butter Cereal Bars take less than 5 minutes to prepare! They're perfect for including in an energy-packed breakfast, and they also make perfect chewy between-meal snacks that are gluten free, vegan, oil-free and dairy free! They're definitely healthier than traditional cereal bars since they contain NO butter, oil, marshmallows or white flour. … Continue readingNo-Bake HOMEMADE NUT-BUTTER CEREAL BARS

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These delicious, healthy, no-bake Homemade Nut-Butter Cereal Bars take less than 5 minutes to prepare! They’re perfect for including in an energy-packed breakfast, and they also make perfect chewy between-meal snacks that are gluten free, vegan, oil-free and dairy free! They’re definitely healthier than traditional cereal bars since they contain NO butter, oil, marshmallows or white flour.


Grab whatever leftover handfuls of breakfast cereal you happen to have on hand as one of the main ingredients: crispy rice cereal, Cheerios, or any mixture of whatever.


Another featured ingredient is nut butter (such as almond butter or peanut butter).


Here are the 3 recommended ingredients to make approximately 10 of these delicious Nut-Butter Cereal Bars:

2 cups dry cereal
1/3 cup + 1 T peanut butter (can sub for almond/cashew)
1/3 cup + 1 T sweetener of choice (I used brown rice syrup and maple syrup)

For more healthy sweetener suggestions, visit: 12 Healthy Substitutes for Processed Sugar.


Now just follow these easy preparation steps:

1. Line a baking tray with baking paper and set aside.


2. In a large mixing bowl, add your dry cereal and set aside.


3. Stovetop or in the microwave, melt your nut butter with your sticky sweetener and then pour the mixture into the crispy rice cereal and mix well.


4. Pour mixture into the lined baking tray and press firmly into place. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.


5. Cereal bars are fine at room temperature but best to kept in the freezer or fridge for best texture.

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Source: Arman

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This delicious and nutritious Nut Butter Wake-Up Smoothie is packed with healthy goodness such as protein, omega–3 fatty acids, biotin and more. One of benefits is improving the condition of your hair and nails.


The ingredients listed below are highly recommended, but you can always add and substitute to include different flavors and adjust the creaminess.


For a single serving you’ll need to dump the following ingredients into a blender:

about 8 ice cubes

1/2 frozen banana (I like to freeze them in 1” chunks)

1  1/2  cups unsweetened almond milk

1 tbsp. all natural peanut butter

1/2 tbsp. all natural almond butter

a sprinkle of cinnamon



Blending tips:


If you have an ice crusher setting use that first to help break up the ice and frozen banana.  I pulse it on ice crusher for about 10 seconds.  Then I let it whirl on high for about another 10 seconds.  (Obviously times will vary based on your blender).



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This recipe calls for peanut butter, but you can always substitute almond butter or a different nut butter if you prefer. These delicious Nut Butter Cookies are a perfect, healthy way to get more protein.


Watch the video below to learn how to make these yummy protein treats.

Total calories in 12 cookie batch = 1,813 calories.
Fat = 119g
Carbohydrates = 95g
Protein = 123g

(Divide by 12 for the per cookie nutrition facts.)


Take some notes as you watch how to make these Healthy Protein Peanut Butter Cookies in the video, below.

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]]> http://www.energyhealthteam.com/protein-rich-breakfast-cookies-video/feed/ 2 Enjoying an Early Morning NUT BUTTER SMOOTHIE is Especially Beneficial for Healthy Hair and Nails … http://www.energyhealthteam.com/early-morning-nut-butter-smoothie/ http://www.energyhealthteam.com/early-morning-nut-butter-smoothie/#respond Wed, 16 May 2018 23:01:34 +0000 http://www.energyhealthteam.com/?p=9253 You'll find lots of healthy nutrition in this delicious\'a0Nut Butter Wake-Up Smoothie that's packed with protein, omega\'963 fatty acids, biotin and more. One of benefits is improving the condition of your hair and nails. … Continue readingEnjoying an Early Morning NUT BUTTER SMOOTHIE is Especially Beneficial for Healthy Hair and Nails …

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You’ll find lots of healthy nutrition in this delicious Nut Butter Wake-Up Smoothie that’s packed with protein, omega–3 fatty acids, biotin and more. One of benefits is improving the condition of your hair and nails.


The ingredients listed below are highly recommended, but you can always add and substitute to include different flavors and adjust the creaminess.


For a single serving you’ll need to dump the following ingredients into a blender:

about 8 ice cubes

1/2 frozen banana (I like to freeze them in 1” chunks)

1  1/2  cups unsweetened almond milk

1 tbsp. all natural peanut butter

1/2 tbsp. all natural almond butter

a sprinkle of cinnamon

Blending tips:

If you have an ice crusher setting use that first to help break up the ice and frozen banana.  I pulse it on ice crusher for about 10 seconds.  Then I let it whirl on high for about another 10 seconds.  (Obviously times will vary based on your blender).




Here are some Notes and Highlights that are useful to know about this Nut Butter Wake-Up Smoothie:

  • Cinnamon is a great thing to have first thing in the morning.  It helps regulate your blood sugar levels and increases your metabolism.


  • Peanut butter has even more protein, fiber and lots of studies have shown that it can lower your risk of coronary heart disease.


  • Bananas have fiber and loads of potassium that aid in lower blood pressure and bone health.


  • If you want even more protein you could add a scoop of whey protein powder or for some added fiber at times I’ll add a tbsp. of oat bran (which adds even more texture).

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    Source: Maryann Caballero

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    Made with healthy whole-wheat flour and nut butter, this popular Chocolate Banana Bread recipe makes an unbelievably delicious breakfast treat that inevitably reappears for snacking throughout the day!


    Note that this recipe calls for creamy or crunchy peanut butter, but almond butter and other nut butters can be substituted.

    The bread is not only moist, but it’s packed with just the right balance of peanut butter, banana, and chocolate, so that you can taste all of the lovely nuances of each one … just screamin’ good!

    Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make a loaf with 10-12 slices:

    1 cup all-purpose flour
    1 cup whole wheat flour (or whole wheat white)
    ¾ teaspoon baking soda
    ¼ teaspoon salt
    ½ cup crunchy peanut butter (or creamy)
    3 medium bananas, mashed
    ½ cup dark brown sugar, packed
    ½ cup granulated sugar
    ¼ cup canola oil
    ⅓ cup low-fat buttermilk
    2 eggs
    1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    ½ cup semi-sweet mini chocolate chips




    Here are the steps to make this extra-special version of Banana Bread:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a standard size loaf pan with cooking spray.


    2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.


    3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, mashed banana, brown sugar, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well incorporated. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, and stir just until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, and smooth the top.


    4. Bake in the center rack of the oven for about an hour to one hour fifteen minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.


    5. Cool on a wire rack.

    For a more substantial breakfast, combine this special Banana Bread with a Healthy Berry Yogurt Smoothie!

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    Source: Marcie Bidou

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    ]]>     http://www.energyhealthteam.com/healthy-delicious-chocolate-banana-bread/feed/ 0     5 Delicious & Nutritious NUT BUTTER Recipes http://www.energyhealthteam.com/5-delicious-nutritious-nut-butter-recipes/ http://www.energyhealthteam.com/5-delicious-nutritious-nut-butter-recipes/#respond Tue, 17 Apr 2018 22:26:12 +0000 http://www.energyhealthteam.com/?p=8333 Peanut butter (and other nut butters, for that matter) are delicious and loaded with lots of\'a0healthy nutrients. The only down side is that nut butters are high in calories (typically around 100 calories per tablespoon), so 2\'a0tablespoons per serving will be the limit for most weight-watchers. … Continue reading5 Delicious & Nutritious NUT BUTTER Recipes

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    ]]>     Peanut butter (and other nut butters, for that matter) are delicious and loaded with lots of healthy nutrients. The only down side is that nut butters are high in calories (typically around 100 calories per tablespoon), so 2 tablespoons per serving will be the limit for most weight-watchers.

    Nut Butter shopping tip:
    Look for natural varieties made without added partially hydrogenated oils (trans fats) and other suspect ingredients.

    You’ll find that the healthy peanut butter contain the following nutrients:

    Vitamin E, magnesium, iron, selenium and vitamin B6.
    Research shows that people who regularly eat nuts and nut butter, including peanut butter, are less likely to develop heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

    Plus, peanut butter is so versatile! What other food transitions seamlessly from breakfast to lunch to dinner to snack and dessert?

    Check out 5 tasty peanut butter recipes on the next page …

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    ]]>     http://www.energyhealthteam.com/5-delicious-nutritious-nut-butter-recipes/feed/ 0     Enjoy These Easy No-Bake “BLONDIES” for Breakfast! http://www.energyhealthteam.com/healthy-no-bake-nut-butter-treats-for-breakfast/ http://www.energyhealthteam.com/healthy-no-bake-nut-butter-treats-for-breakfast/#respond Sun, 08 Apr 2018 07:13:49 +0000 http://www.energyhealthteam.com/?p=9161 These delicious, thick, chewy, no-bake Nut-Butter Breakfast Bites (aka "Blondies") are also good for desert! Quick, easy and deceptively filling. Also naturally gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, refined-sugar-free, and thoroughly enjoyable. … Continue readingEnjoy These Easy No-Bake “BLONDIES” for Breakfast!

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    These delicious, thick, chewy, no-bake Nut-Butter Breakfast Bites (aka “Blondies”) are also good for desert! Quick, easy and deceptively filling. Also naturally gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, refined-sugar-free, and thoroughly enjoyable.


    We prefer making this recipe with peanut butter and roasted peanuts, but you can always use a different type of nut butter if you so desire:

    Swap out the peanut butter for drippy almond butter, cashew butter or sunflower seed butter. Protein-wise, this works great with this vegan protein powder, this casein protein powder, and this paleo friendly option!

    Note that there are 3 delicious layers in this popular treat:

    Bottom layer- A thick and chewy peanut butter bar.


    Middle layer- Crushed and whole roasted peanuts,


    Top layer- A peanut butter fudge frosting.

    These healthy Breakfast Bites are meant to be a morning meal staple with a solid balance of protein, fiber, healthy fats and slow-releasing carbohydrates. They’re perfect to power you through the morning until lunchtime.



    Surprisingly enough, there’s no butter, no oil, no flour and no granulated sugar in this recipe for super-delicious Nut-Butter Breakfast Bites.


    Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make 6 of these delicious and deceptively filling treats:

    1 1/2 cups oat flour (gluten free, if needed)*
    1/4 cup coconut flour
    pinch cinnamon
    2 scoops vanilla protein powder (optional)
    Granulated sweetener of choice**
    1/2 tsp vanilla extract
    1/2 cup smooth peanut butter (can sub for another nut butter/nut free spread)
    1/2 cup brown rice syrup (sub for honey or maple syrup for paleo option)
    1 T + milk of choice***
    1/4 cup crushed peanuts (optional)
    1/4 cup whole peanuts (optional)

    Notes:

    * Sub for almond flour for paleo option. Alternatively, you can use one cup TOTAL of coconut flour (omit the 1/4 cup coconut flour).


    ** If protein powder is sweetened, you can omit OR if you don’t use protein powder, adjust accordingly.


    *** Depending on the blend of flours you use, you may need less or more. Adjust accordingly.

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    ]]>     http://www.energyhealthteam.com/healthy-no-bake-nut-butter-treats-for-breakfast/feed/ 0     5 Popular NUT BUTTER Treats http://www.energyhealthteam.com/5-popular-nut-butter-treats/ http://www.energyhealthteam.com/5-popular-nut-butter-treats/#respond Thu, 04 Jan 2018 21:08:46 +0000 http://www.energyhealthteam.com/?p=10003 Here are 5 popular treats made with Peanut Butter (or any other nut butter substitute, for that matter) that are delicious and loaded with lots of\'a0healthy nutrients. The only potential down side may be that nut butters are high in calories (typically around 100 calories per tablespoon), so 2\'a0tablespoons per serving will be the limit for most weight-watchers. … Continue reading5 Popular NUT BUTTER Treats

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    Here are 5 popular treats made with Peanut Butter (or any other nut butter substitute, for that matter) that are delicious and loaded with lots of healthy nutrients. The only potential down side may be that nut butters are high in calories (typically around 100 calories per tablespoon), so 2 tablespoons per serving will be the limit for most weight-watchers.


    Nut Butter shopping tip:

    Look for natural varieties made without added partially hydrogenated oils (trans fats) and other suspect ingredients.

    You’ll find that the healthy peanut butter contain the following nutrients:

    Vitamin E, magnesium, iron, selenium and vitamin B6.

    Research shows that people who regularly eat nuts and nut butter, including peanut butter, are less likely to develop heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

    Plus, peanut butter is so versatile! What other food transitions seamlessly from breakfast to lunch to dinner to snack and dessert?

    Check out 5 tasty peanut butter recipes on the next page …

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