Say goodbye to cold boxed cereals when you say hello to this fast and easy breakfast cereal. It takes about 2 minutes in the food processor.
For all the folks who are gluten-free, dairy-free, and even grain-free, it's a fun alternative to start the day. And even if you're not any of those, I bet you'll still like it! It could make a great snack too.
Berry Blast Cereal
Serves 1 (about 3/4 cup)
Note: all tablespoon measurements are "heaping".
In food processor, process with steel blade until finely ground:
1/4 cup raw almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds
Then add and continue pulsing:
1/2 large granny smith apple cut in big chunks
1 T. shredded coconut (unsweetened) or coconut flour
2 T. flax meal
1 T. coconut oil (extra virgin)
optional: 1/2 scoop whey (unflavored) or other protein powder for more protein; otherwise it's about 10 grams protein.
The "cereal" is tasty just like this and can be used as a base for other creative ideas, like adding spices. But for the berry burst, at this point add to the mixture:
a handful of blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries (the raspberries create an especially vibrant flavor)
Pulse several more times until the berries are mixed in. I like to press the mixture into a 1/4 measuring cup to mold, then turn out into a pretty dish. Add a few berries on top for color. And enjoy!
Adele Sonora
Nutrition and Health Educator
asonora@cal.net
For all the folks who are gluten-free, dairy-free, and even grain-free, it's a fun alternative to start the day. And even if you're not any of those, I bet you'll still like it! It could make a great snack too.
Berry Blast Cereal
Serves 1 (about 3/4 cup)
Note: all tablespoon measurements are "heaping".
In food processor, process with steel blade until finely ground:
1/4 cup raw almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds
Then add and continue pulsing:
1/2 large granny smith apple cut in big chunks
1 T. shredded coconut (unsweetened) or coconut flour
2 T. flax meal
1 T. coconut oil (extra virgin)
optional: 1/2 scoop whey (unflavored) or other protein powder for more protein; otherwise it's about 10 grams protein.
The "cereal" is tasty just like this and can be used as a base for other creative ideas, like adding spices. But for the berry burst, at this point add to the mixture:
a handful of blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries (the raspberries create an especially vibrant flavor)
Pulse several more times until the berries are mixed in. I like to press the mixture into a 1/4 measuring cup to mold, then turn out into a pretty dish. Add a few berries on top for color. And enjoy!
Adele Sonora
Nutrition and Health Educator
asonora@cal.net
