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Oatmeal Almond Butter Bars

September 17, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

These chewy Oatmeal Almond Butter Bars are great for a midday snack or even in a hurry for breakfast. They are nutrient-rich and packed with flavor.

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Oatmeal Almond Butter Bars
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12 2x2 squares
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12 2x2 squares
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Servings
12 2x2 squares
Servings
12 2x2 squares
Ingredients
  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/3 cup almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons orange peel grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups rolled oats quick cooking
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup pecans chopped
Servings: 2x2 squares
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  1. In a large bowl combine the oatmeal, dried cranberries and pecans. Set aside
  2. In a small saucepan over low heat combine the almond butter, chia seeds and honey. Heat until combined.
  3. Remove from heat and add in almond milk, salt, and grated orange peel
  4. Add the almond butter mixture to the bowl of oats and mix until combined.
  5. Pour into an 8x8 baking pan lined with foil or parchment paper. Press lightly to even out and place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set-up.
  6. Cut into twelve 2x2 squares and enjoy.
  7. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for later.
  8. To Thaw: place in the refrigerator to thaw.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: almond butter, chia, chia seeds, nuts, oat, oats, pecans, seeds, snack, Snacks

Peachy Blueberry Sorghum Cobbler

September 29, 2020 by Dinner Tonight

An easy and delicious cobbler that you can make 2 different ways.  Try this gluten-free recipe traditionally made in the oven, or quickly using your multifunction cooker.


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Peachy Blueberry Sorghum Cobbler
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Servings
8
Ingredients
Dough
  • 1/2 cup sorghum flour
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 Tablespoons margarine
  • 1/2 cup almond milk unsweetened
Fruit Filling
  • 3 cups frozen sliced peaches no sugar added
  • 1 cup frozen blueberries no sugar added
  • 2 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 Tablespon fresh orange juice
  • 1/3 cup water exclude in "oven instructions"
  • 1 Tablespon fresh orange juice
  • 1/3 cup water
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Multifunction Cooker Instructions (Instant-pot)
  1. Combine sorghum flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and cornstarch in a medium bowl. Knead margarine into dry mixture with fork or hands until mixture is course. Pour in almond milk and combine. Set aside.
  2. Select the SAUTE function on normal heat, on your multifunction cooker. Pour frozen peaches, blueberries, 2 Tbsp. of sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, vanilla, and freshly squeezed orange juice into the cooker. Cook together for 2 minutes until the fruit is defrosted and juices are released. Select CANCEL on the cooker to prevent burning. Add water and stir together.
  3. Pour batter over fruit mixture, do not stir or spread. Secure the lid.
  4. Select MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK on NORMAL HEAT for 12 minutes.
  5. After cooking is complete, use a NATURAL RELEASE (about 10 minutes) and let cool for a few minutes. Liquid should thicken as it cools. Serve warm.
Oven Instructions (exclude added water)
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Melt 2 Tbsp. of margarine in an 8X8 baking dish in the oven. Once melted, set aside.
  2. Combine sorghum flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and cornstarch in a medium bowl. Add almond milk and combine. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine frozen peaches, blueberries, 2 Tbsp. of sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, vanilla, and freshly squeezed orange juice.
  4. Pour batter over melted margarine in pan, then slowly pour fruit filing mixture over batter. Do not stir or spread.
  5. Bake in oven for 40 minutes until fruit is bubbling and crust is brown.
  6. Store any leftover cobbler covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, bake covered in a 350 degree F oven for 15-20 minutes until warm.
Recipe Notes

Recipes meets Dinner Tonight Recipe criteria with a per-serving Vitamin C content of above 10%

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: blueberry, Desserts, gluten free, healthy desserts, peaches, sorghum

Chocolate Camo Pudding

January 6, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

This Chocolate Pudding has a healthy secret! Filled with nutritious ingredients you and your kids won’t know the difference but will enjoy a healthy snack or dessert!

Bowl of pudding topped with strawberries and blueberries.


Bowl of pudding topped with strawberries and blueberries.
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 ripe avocados
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 3 Tbsp. cocoa powder unsweetend
  • 4 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
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  1. 1. Wash your hands and clean your cooking area. 2. In a food processor or blender mix all ingredients until the consistency is smooth and velvety. 3. Refrigerate overnight for best flavor, or for at least 2 hours. 4. Serve topped with fresh bananas and berries.
Recipe Notes

Chocolate Camo Pudding Nutrition Facts Serving size (152g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 210 % Daily Value Total Fat 9 g 12 % Saturated Fat 1 g 5 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 20 mg 1 % Total Carbohydrate 34 g 12 % Dietary Fiber 6 g 21 % Total Sugars 20 g Added Sugars 12 g 24 % Protein 3 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 69 mg 6 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 528 mg 10 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: avocados, bananas, chocolate, dessert, Desserts, kid friendly

Banana Chia Bread

September 29, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

This banana chia bread is an easy recipe to make at the beginning of the week to have on hand for breakfasts or snacks! The chia seeds provide lots of extra fiber!

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Chia seeds are an excellent source of Omega 3s and fiber which gives the bread a nutritional boost.
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Servings
12 slices
Servings
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Chia seeds are an excellent source of Omega 3s and fiber which gives the bread a nutritional boost.
  • CourseBreakfast, Dessert, Fruits, Kid Friendly, Snacks
Servings
12 slices
Servings
12 slices
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cup white whole wheat flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp canola oil
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup chia seeds
  • 2 bananas mashed
  • 1/2 cup almond milk unsweetend
Servings: slices
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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and grease a medium loaf pan and set aside. In a large bowl mix oil, egg, banana and sugar.
  2. In a medium bowl add flour, salt, baking powder and mix until combine
  3. Slowly add flour mixture and milk to wet ingredients, alternating until incorporated. Fold in chia seeds.
  4. Place batter in loaf pan and place in the oven for 60 minutes or until a tooth pick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Recipe Notes

Banana Chia Bread Nutrition Facts Serving size (66g) servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 150 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 20 mg 7 % Sodium 140 mg 6 % Total Carbohydrate 26 g 9 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 11 g Added Sugars 8 g 16 % Protein 4 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 105 mg 8 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 158 mg 4 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: banana, bread, breads, breakfast, chia, dessert, Desserts, fruit, fruits, grain, Heart Healthy, recipe, recipes

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