Category Archives for Breakfasts

Quinoa Porridge

Quinoa Porridge is a fabulous, protein rich alternative to an oat based porridge. It's a gluten and grain-free breakfast that is super delicious and nutritious. It’s a great way to use up left over quinoa so next time you are planning a quinoa based meal, make sure you cook a bit extra for breakfast the next day.

Ingredients:
2 cups of cooked quinoa
Your choice of coconut milk / coconut water / rice milk / almond milk / full-fat milk - enough to just cover the quinoa
1-2 tablespoons of sweetener - maple syrup / rice malt syrup / raw honey

Optional extras:
add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder
add 1 teaspoon of cardomom powder
add 4 tablespoons of mixed raw or gently roasted nuts and seeds.

Method:
In a pot, mix the quinoa, milk, sweetener and optional extras and heat until it is just hot (but not boiling).

Top with some additional nuts and seeds / chia seeds / coconut / cacao nibs and fresh fruit such as banana or berries.

Serves 4

HotXBun Breakfast Cake

If you are looking for an alternative breakfast to the usual cereals, smoothies and eggs, then this is going to be perfect for you. It has just enough sweetness to make your breakfast feel 'indulgent' without any of the additional guilt that goes with it.  Perfect for when you are entertaining!

Ingredients:

3 bananas
3 eggs
3 tablespoons coconut oil
1 teaspoon ginger, nutmeg & ground cloves
1 orange, juiced
1 teaspoon bicarb soda
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 cups rolled oats or quinoa flakes
3 tablespoons chia seeds
2 green apples, roughly diced
1 cup sultanas

Method:
Preheat oven to 180 degrees

Combine dry ingredients in a bowl.

Mash bananas and whisk eggs in a separate bowl.

Add bananas, eggs, oil and syrup to the dry ingredients and fold together.

Pour into a lined baking tin and bake for 45 min or until cooked through

Serves 12

(This is a JBT Recipe, check out the programs I offer here)

Naked Waffles

Sometimes it's nice on the weekend to spend a little extra time and create something special for breakfast. Here's a recipe for a healthy, delicious and nutritious waffle that your family will absolutely love! I know mine does!

Ingredients:

1 cup raw cashews
3 eggs
1/2 cup coconut milk or almond milk
3 tablespoons rice malt syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons coconut oil or melted butter
pinch salt
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons coconut flour


Method:

Blend all ingredients together excluding the flour until really smooth, then add the flour and pulse to combine.

Preheat your waffle iron on the lowest setting.  Lightly grease with coconut oil if needed, then add 1/2 cup to the centre and close the lid.

If your mixture becomes stiff whilst cooking the waffles, add a little extra milk (the flour continues to absorb the liquid as its sitting there).

Cook for a few minutes on each side, careful not to burn it.

Serve with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup and some fresh fruit.

Makes 4-8 depending on waffle size

(This is a JBT Recipe, check out the programs I offer here)

Chocco Smoothie

Everyone loves chocolate, and being able to 'indulge' in a chocolate smoothie for breakfast is sure to get anyone leaping out of bed. This smoothie only has a few ingredients but has the perfect balance. Not only does it taste great, but it will keep you feeling full for several hours.

Ingredients:

1 frozen banana, chopped
2 tablespoons raw cacao
2 tablespoons cacao nibs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup coconut milk

Method:

Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and blend for 60 sec until smooth and creamy. Pour into glass and enjoy.

Serves 1

Citrus Mistress Smoothie

If you don't mind a little tang, then this smoothie is going to be perfect for you. Isn't it funny how our citrus, acidic tasting fruits are actually have a very alkalising effect on our bodies and is a great way to start the morning and get the metabolism working in it's optimal fashion. Adjust the sweetness to your liking and I imagine this smoothie would freeze very nicely for a great summer ice-cream.

Ingredients:

1 orange, peeled and chopped
1 lemon, peeled and chopped
1-2 tablespoons coconut nectar / honey (depending on how sweet you like it)
1 serve vanilla protein powder (I use The Healthy Chef pea protein)
¼ cup cashews
1 cup cashew milk (or milk of choice)

Method:

Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and blend for 60 sec until smooth and creamy. Pour into glass and enjoy.

Serves 1

Chocolate Mousse Smoothie

Absolute decadence. This smoothie can definitely be used as a dessert. It is thick, it is creamy, it is rich and fabulous. It is so hard to believe that this is a healthy meal, but you will have to believe me that this is pure indulgence without the guilt.

Ingredients:

¼ cup activated cashews
½ pear, cored and chopped
1 frozen banana, chopped
2 tablespoons raw cacao
1 tablespoon hemp seeds
2 teaspoons tahini
¼ cup avocado
1 cup coconut water

Method:

Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and blend for 60 sec until smooth and creamy. Pour into glass and enjoy.

Serves 1

Coconut and Watermelon Smoothie

The warmer months calls for sweet, refreshing and hydrating smoothies and this one hits the spot. There is something about the combination of the coconut and watermelon that makes this smoothie really smooth and enjoyable to drink.

Ingredients:

1 sachet Amazonia frozen coconut
1 frozen banana, chopped
1 cup watermelon, chopped
1 tablespoon hemp seeds
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup coconut water

Method:

Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and blend for 60 sec until smooth and creamy. Scoop evenly into bowls and top with anything you desire.

Serves 1

Raging Red Smoothie

This is a very earthy smoothie with the addition of the raw beetroot. It is a great body cleanser and detoxifier. The beautiful brightness of this smoothie makes it extremely appealing on the eye.

Ingredients:

¼ cup activated cashews
½ beetroot, peeled and chopped
½ pear, cored and chopped
1 Medjool date, pitted
2 tablespoons shredded coconut
1 tablespoon raw cacao
1.5 cups coconut water

Method:

Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and blend for 60 sec until smooth and creamy. Pour into glass and enjoy.

Serves 1

Coconut Lime Smoothie

Only a few ingredients required for this deliciousness and don't worry it will keep you feeling satisfied thanks to the protein from the hemp seeds and good sources of fat from the coconut. If you prefer your smoothies a little sweeter, you may only want to add 1/2 a lime plus the juice.

Ingredients:

¼ cup activated cashews
1 frozen banana, chopped
1 lime, peeled and halved
½ lime, juiced
2 tablespoons hemp seeds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup coconut milk

Method:

Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and blend for 60 sec until smooth and creamy. Pour into glass and enjoy.

Serves 1

Totally Tahini Smoothie

Good sources of fat are a sure way to leave you feeling full and sustain you for long periods of time. This smoothie is based around those good sources of fat with the addition of activated cashews, avocado and a splash of tahini. Boosted by superfoods such as mesquite powder and bee pollen, you will feel that constant energy buzzing around.

Ingredients:

¼ cup activated cashew nuts
¼ avocado
1 tablespoon tahini
1 tablespoon goji berries
1 teaspoon raw cacao powder
1 teaspoon mesquite powder
1 teaspoon bee pollen
1 cup coconut water

Method:

Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and blend for 60 sec until smooth and creamy. Pour into glass and enjoy.

Serves 1

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