JUNE 2023- When was the last time you had one of those days where you literally had ZERO time to stop and think about what you were going to eat, but you really wanted it to be healthy and nourishing?
Some days just get like that. You need to “grab-and-go” because time is short.
For me, those mornings when I get up at "stupid-o’clock", when it’s just too early to make breakfast or even feel like eating breakfast, I need something quick and easy to throw into my bag and devour when hunger hits within a couple hours.
The good news is that grab-and-go can be healthy! It can be good for you. You just need to prepare. Having a few easy-peasy, quick but healthy grab-and-go snack recipes is the BOMB! That’s what this blog is all about-
Grab and go snacks that will not only fill that gaping hole in your tummy but also nourish you!
Cue… my friend Christine. For years now I’ve been living down the road from Christine- an expert in the kitchen. For close to 10 years she has been showing me how to make the BEST snacks to grab and go. Christine has been cooking and creating recipes since she was 10 years old. Her cook book “Cook Eat Live” was released in 2019. You can check out her website here.
She has very generously given the Stefitness community the recipe to one of her latest creations- Cranberry Flapjacks! I made these just the other day- they are super easy and quick to make AND taste amazing!
1/2 cup coconut oil
3 tbs coconut sugar OR raw sugar
1/4 cup rice malt syrup OR maple syrup OR honey
2 cups oats
1/2 cup cranberries
1 tsp cinnamon
Preheat oven to 180 Celsius (160fan forced).
*In large saucepan, add coconut oil, sugar and rice milk syrup stir over low heat until melted.
*Turn off heat.
*Add oats, cranberries, cinnamon and stir till combined.
*Put mixture into grease and paper lined 8” x 8” square pan. Press down with back of spoon until even.
*Put in oven and bake for 25minutes.
*Remove from oven and rest 10minutes. Put in fridge until firm approximately one hour.
*Remove from tin and cut into 16squares. Keep in container in fridge.
ENJOY!
I’m a huge fan of oats because not only are they super filling, they contain many beneficial nutrients, including fiber and protein, and are very high in vitamins and minerals. Studies have shown that eating oats lowers blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Oats are among the most nutrient-dense foods you can eat!
Whether you have an intolerance to certain foods, suffer from allergies, or just want to eat cleaner, Christine’s recipes are easy to follow, yet so delicious!
To purchase Christine’s cook click here.
In Christine’s words- “From basics, brunch, drinks, soups &salads, fish & seafood, meat & poultry, vegetables and sweets, there is something to please even the fussiest of eaters. Whether you’re a novice or a competent cook, you’ll be able to enjoy cooking and eating wholesome, natural foods.”
Christine sure knows my love language- FOOD!
