Granola and yogurt breakfast cups make for a fantastic breakfast option for anyone who’s usually in a hurry in the mornings (and that’s generally everyone) since they are so incredibly convenient. Unfortunately for many people following a paleo diet, yogurt is one of those foods that is off limits. That doesn’t mean you still can’t…
There’s a reason we often turn to cereals and other convenience items for breakfast: who feels like cooking in the morning? Some mornings I love to make a big hot breakfast, and other days I’m not feeling it. On those days, I turn to paleo granola with some fresh fruit and almond milk, and I always make my own with one of these recipes.
Filling up a bowl full of this granola and topping it with some almond milk will transport you straight to an island far far away, right at your breakfast table.
Using frozen mixed berries means you’ll save a little time in the morning – no washing and cutting needed! – and you’ll get an assortment of berries without having to worry that you won’t eat them all before they go bad. Sometimes during the summer or early fall when berries are in season, I will…
I usually buy raw nuts in bulk as a cost-effective way of gathering ingredients to make my own granola and various other Paleo snacks. Once you buy a bag of raw almonds, for example, you can make numerous recipes from it. At the same time, you save money on expensive store-bought granola and boxed granola…
Usually I start making granola by breaking up the larger nuts. This mix uses almonds, pepitas, and pecans, so place those in a food processor and pulse a few times to break them into smaller pieces. Then mix in the seasonings. The cinnamon, ginger, and cloves give the granola that spicy gingerbread taste. The deep…
If you get tired of eating eggs every morning, this grain-free granola is delicious with some coconut or almond milk. I also eat granola as a snack, when I need some energy during the slow hours of the afternoon. It is packed with healthy fats and protein, keeping you fuller, longer. It is hard to…
For some reason that memory was all I needed to realize that granola can be a mix of almost anything I snack on to get some quick energy – it didn’t need to have all of those added grains in it. I added some almond flour to give it more texture, which allowed it to…