Tis the season for the holidays! And you know what that means…a lot of delicious food!
I literally get so excited and happy when the holidays come around each year. Something about this time of year, and being with all the people I love. Not to mention having time to spend bakin away in the kitchen. Ever since I was a young, I would spend the holidays in the kitchen with my momma and grandma. My baking has just become a little healthier now :)
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I can’t help but to dream about all my pumpkin creations, like my pumpkin dip, pumpkin pancakes, pumpkin smoothie, or pumpkin pie walnut butter! <3
But with the holidays, also comes the season of gift giving. And you know what is the perfect gift to show you truly care?
A homemade one. And this right here, would be a delicious one to start with! The theme for this month’s recipe redux was mixes in a jar :)
Most people give hot cocoa mixes and cookie mixes, but this is a fabulous apple cinnamon pancake mix I created!
We all have enough cookies laying around the house during the holidays, so why not give a gift of a delicious breakfast?!
This is healthy, gluten free, dairy free, and filled with a lot of fiber packed ingredients to keep you satisfied! Not to mention, this pancake mix is filled with the delicious taste of cinnamon apples…reminds me of apple pie<3
Perfect as a gift or even just for yourself for an easy, quick breakfast option! This is great to have around on the holidays when you wake up to a hungry family :)
And you know what would be a delicious topping on these? My homemade Apple Pumpkin Butter :)
HaPpY hOlIdAy SeAsOn!
Apple Cinnamon Pancake Mix
• 1 cup oat flour/whole wheat
• 1/2 cup oats
• 1/2 cup dried apples
• 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1 tbsp flaxseed
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Optional: any other add-ins desired: coconut, chocolate chips, fresh diced apple
Directions: Layer all ingredients in jar starting with flour and going down the ingredient list. If making to simply keep on hand at home, you can mix all ingredients together first before storing in jar for easy cooking. If giving as a gift, layer for aethestics.
To Make Pancakes
For every 1 cup mix add:
• 1 egg
• 3/4 cup Almond Milk (or milk of choice)
• 1/4 cup Unsweetened Apple Sauce (or increase milk to 1 cup)
Directions: Add egg, milk, and applesauce to bowl and mix until combined. Add in 1 cup of pancake mix. Heat nonstick pan on stove on medium heat. Pour batter into stove to form pancakes. Cook as normal. Serve with maple syrup, my homemade apple butter, or whatever you choose :)
Apple Benefits
1)Reduces tooth decay by lowering levels of bacteria
2)Keeps Alzheimer’s away and fights aging effects on brain
3) Curbs Cancer because of flavonol richness
4)Decreases risk of diabetes (due to soluble fiber amount)
5)Reduces Cholesterol
6) High in fiber keeps digestive tract optimal
7)Neutralize Irritable Bowel Syndrome (high fiber content)
8) Detoxes Liver
9) Boosts immune system
Flaxseed Benefits
1)High in fiber, both soluble and insoluble
2)Contains all 9 of the essential amino acids your body cannot make
3)Contains lignans, which have both plant estrogen and antioxidant qualities
4)Rich in Omega-3 essential fatty acids
5)May reduce inflammation
Egg Benefits
1) Rich in the proteins lutein and zeaxanthin, which aid in eye health
2) Aids in cardiovascular health
3) Rich in Choline, a B vitamin that is thought of as brain food” as it aids in neurological function and development
4) Prevents breast cancer
5) Leads to healthy skin, hair and nails- being
high in sulfur
6) Contains 6 grams of protein and all the amino acids needed to build protein
Rolled Oats Benefits
1) High in fiber, low in fat
2) Makes you feel satisfied
3) Stabilizes blood sugar
4) Removes bad cholesterol
5) Great gluten-free options
6) Contains unique antioxidants
7) Enhances immune response to disease
Cinnamon Benefits
1) Regulates blood sugar
2) Reduces LDL cholesterol levels
3) Contains natural anti-infectious compounds. Fights against ulcer-causing bacteria
4) Reduces pain linked to arthritis
5) May reduce proliferation of cancer cells
6) Is a natural food preservative
7) Contains fiber, calcium, iron, and manganese
8) Effective for menstrual pain and infertility
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