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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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12 2x2 squares
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12 2x2 squares
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12 2x2 squares
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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

Chocolate Muffins

September 10, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Need a delicious snack that is flavorful and nutritious? Try our Chocolate Muffins with Veggies. Have your kids help make this easy and delicious recipe.

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12 muffins
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12 muffins
Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 overripe banana mashed
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1/4 cup Avocado Oil
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Servings: muffins
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  1. Preheat your oven to 350 ℉ and spray a 12-hole muffin tin with baking spray. Set aside.
  2. In a food processer, combine eggs, banana, spinach, carrots, oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and vinegar. Blend until mixture is smooth.
  3. Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt. Process until just mixed.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips. Portion batter into prepared muffin tin. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Recipe Notes

Chocolate Muffins (with veggies) Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 muffin servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 140 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 30 mg 10 % Sodium 170 mg 7 % Total Carbohydrate 18 g 7 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 7 g Added Sugars 5 g 10 % Protein 3 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 68 mg 6 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 151 mg 4 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: chocolate, Desserts, kid, kid friendly, muffin, muffins, Snacks

Fruity Tacos

April 29, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

It is time to take a fun, fresh twist on taco night. The sweet and fruity taco recipe will be a crowd-pleaser at any cookout or party. Try this healthy dessert today!


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  • CourseFruits, Kid Friendly, Snacks
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4 tacos
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4 tacos
Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple cubed
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1 cup frozen mango cubed
  • 1/2 cup blueberries halved
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Tajin Classico seasoning
  • 4 Whole Wheat Carb Balance tortillas (6 inch)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons butter and margarine blend
Servings: tacos
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
  2. Wash and prepare fruit, combine in a bowl.
  3. Add lime juice, sprinkle with Tajin, and mix.
  4. Refrigerate fruit mixture until ready to serve.
  5. Mix cinnamon and sugar together in a small bowl, set aside.
  6. Lightly butter each tortilla with the butter/margarine blend.
  7. Heat tortillas in a skillet on both sides until browned.
  8. Remove tortillas from the skillet and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. Fill each tortilla with fruit mixture and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes

Sweet and Fruity Tacos Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 taco (174g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 170 % Daily Value Total Fat 4 g 5 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 440 mg 19 % Total Carbohydrate 31 g 11 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 14 g Added Sugars 2 g 4 % Protein 4 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 21 mg 2 % Iron 0 mg 0 % Potassium 188 mg 4 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: blueberry, Desserts, mango, pineapple, Snacks, strawberry, summer

Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms

November 30, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms are the perfect appetizer to bring to your next gathering! This recipe makes plenty to share and has all the flavors of your favorite spinach artichoke dip but better!


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Ingredients
  • 2 pounds of baby bella mushrooms whole
  • 10 ounces frozen, chopped spinach thawed and drained
  • 13.75 ounce canned artichoke hearts drained, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 large scallion chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 ounces light cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup mozzarella part-skim shredded
  • 1/4 cup reduced fat parmesan cheese grated
  • 3 tablespoons plain bread crumbs grated
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  1. Preheat your oven to 400 Degrees F.
  2. Rinse mushrooms, parsley and scallion under cool running water and set out to dry.
  3. Carefully remove the stems of the mushrooms from the mushroom caps, leaving the caps whole.
  4. Chop 1 cup of the mushroom stems and place in large bowl, discard the rest.
  5. Add the thawed, drained spinach and the drained and chopping artichoke hearts to the bowl of mushroom stems.
  6. Add the garlic, parsley, scallion and black pepper to the bowl and stir to combine the seasonings into the vegetables.
  7. Add the cream cheese, and combine well.
  8. Add mozzarella and parmesan cheese and combine well.
  9. Using a spoon, fill the mushrooms caps with the spinach artichoke filling. Top with bread crumbs. Depending on the size of the mushroom caps, you may have extra filling.
  10. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
Recipe Notes

Serving number of mushrooms may vary depending on size of mushrooms.

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizer, appetizers, artichoke, mushrooms, Snacks, spinach, Vegetarian

Holiday Egg Rolls

November 29, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

These Holiday Egg Rolls are the perfect way to get the flavors of the holiday season! Or maybe you need to use up some leftover turkey and cranberry sauce? Either way, these egg rolls come together in minutes and are so satisfying.


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Ingredients
  • 10 egg roll wrappers
  • 1 cup cooked turkey shredded
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
  • 4 Tablespoons pumpkin seeds
  • 1 ounce brie cheese
Servings: egg rolls
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  1. If needed, shredded turkey into smaller pieces.
  2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Fill each egg roll wrapper with approximately 1 tablespoon of the shredded turkey, 1-2 teaspoons of cranberry sauce, 1-2 teaspoons of pumpkin seeds and a slice of the brie.
  4. Brush water around the edges of the egg roll wrapper, then tuck in the sides, and roll it up tightly.
  5. Seal the end of the egg roll with a little more water then place it seam side down on the baking sheet.
  6. Spray or brush the tops of the egg rolls with cooking spray then place them on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until they start to turn golden brown.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizer, egg rolls, fall, Holiday, Snacks, Turkey

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