Banana and ginger with almonds combined into a chunky homemade granola…YUM. This recipe is as tasty as it sounds, and easy to make which is always a bonus. Absolutely packed with all the good stuff (oats, flaxseed, ginger, cinnamon) and a double whammy hit of banana for a super energy hit, this high-protein batch is […]
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Banana Muffins 3 Ways
Place ingredients in a blender, whizz up, add toppings and bake. HOW simple?! These tasty muffins are absolutely ideal for a breakfast-on-the-go, energy-boosting mid morning/afternoon snack, or great for exercise fuel. You can add whatever variety of toppings you want – that’s the beauty of this recipe, go crazy, use your imagination and pick your […]
Cranberry, Pumpkin Seed & Orange Granola
With Christmas just around the corner now (eeek!), many of us are going to be enjoying many festivities – with festivities comes mince pies, festive drinks and sweet treats, which can be hard to resist! I’m all about balance and not depriving yourself, so by all means indulge in these things at this time of […]
Caramelised Banana, Nut Butter & Chocolate Porridge
It’s officially porridge season – colder, darker mornings call for something warmer, filling and nutritious to kick off the day, and porridge is the ideal thing! However you choose to serve it, and what goes in or on top of that bowl, is totally down to you – whatever you go for, there are countless […]
Baked Fig, Raspberry & Pear Oats
Porridge, overnight oats, bircher…Ahhhh oats, don’t you just love them? So versatile, so nutritious, so tasty. And when autumn rolls around, a dish of warm baked oats is the perfect way to start the day (or eat cold/warmed up at any time of day to be honest!). Filling, packed full of fibre and slow release […]
Dark Chocolate, Apricot & Pumpkin Seed Energy Bars
I think a good snack bar packed with natural energy thanks to dried fruit, oats, seeds/nuts is one of my favourite things to make at the moment. Once you’ve nailed a good basic mixture – in this case, a combination of dates, maple syrup and nut butter to combine the dry ingredients and create a […]
Date & Pumpkin Seed Granola
Anyone else a breakfast lover like me? As in, it’s up there as a favourite meal of the day? I go through phases whether I’m in the mood for yogurt and fruit, a smoothie, a big bowl of warming porridge, or…GRANOLA! One of the most addictive things ever, there are a couple of brands whose […]
Tropical No Bake Muesli Bars
A super easy recipe using only SIX ingredients, these healthy bars are bursting with natural energy and tropical vibes. Thanks to a delivery from Dorset Cereals in celebration of the launch of their new gluten-free muesli range (hooray!), I thought I’d incorporate one of them into a simple recipe that all the family can enjoy. […]
Video: Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Welcome to my first recipe video thanks to collaborating with my friend, the talented Tori of Candid Films. I’ve always wanted to create video content but it’s something I’ve never had the confidence, patience or time to delve into (to be totally honest!) so I’m super happy to work with a professional who has a […]
Double Chocolate Granola Loaf
A soft chocolate sponge topped with a fudgey, rich chocolate layer finished off with a nutty, crunchy granola topping = what dreams are made of. Honestly one of my favourite bakes to date, you wouldn’t guess that this dream snack / dessert / treat is actually made up of pretty good ingredients – dates, sweet […]
Blueberry & Banana Breakfast Cookies
I’ve only really started experimenting more with healthy cookie recipes recently and with these ones, I think I’ve nailed the soft and chewy combo with a slight crunch. Packed with energy-boosting ingredients that are all good for you, they are so easy to whip up and would make a great snack or breakfast on the […]
Strawberry, Kiwi & Lime Smoothie Bowl
Who doesn’t love a colourful, vibrant and health-packed smoothie bowl? To start the day, as a snack or dessert, it’s one of my favourite ways to get the fruit and veggies in (yes, sometimes I throw in celery, cucumber or spinach!), in an interesting and aesthetically pleasing way. Working again with the wonderful Mr Fitzpatrick’s […]
Seedy Blueberry Bars
Breakfast can be a fast and hectic occasion in the morning, which isn’t ideal when we want to fuel ourselves with something tasty and nutritious. Say hello to this delightful oaty banana bars, packed with seeds and bursting with blueberries – making a great on-the-go option or any time of the day when you need […]
Mocha Overnight Oats
Just in case you didn’t know, this week (25th April – Sunday 5th May 2019 ) is UK Coffee Week, where thousands of participating coffee shops, retailers and food service outlets fundraise for Project Waterfall – a charitable initiative bringing clean water, sanitation and education to coffee-growing communities across the world. Now if you’re a […]
Lemon, Cucumber & Mint Smoothie
Refreshing, zingy and bursting with goodness, this smoothie is basically summer in a glass and one of my favourite drinks I’ve whizzed up. Ideal to sip if you want a nutrient boost, you’re out in the sunshine or want to jazz up a way of hitting your fruit and veggie fix, this uses Mr Fitzpatrick’s […]