Baked Goods
Christmas Cookie Makeover
December 9, 2011
by Optimum Wellness
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Begin with sugar, white flour, butter, and …. you’ve got another round of delicious and yes, “dramatic” holiday cookies. To be sure I am not advocating deprivation, consider delicious and healthy holiday cookies. These seasonal sweets are sure to please heart, mind, and spirit.
Your ingredient list is short and simple: almonds, oats, whole what pastry [...]
Cranberry-Apple Crisp
November 14, 2011 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Serves 6
Ingredients:
4 granny smith apples, peeled, cored, halved, and sliced into thin wedges
2 cups of fresh, organic cranberries
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Topping:
¾ cup gluten free oats
½ cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons melted butter
½ teaspoon cinnamon
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease an 8 x 8 baking dish or glass [...]
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
November 14, 2011 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Delicious, fluffy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are low in calories, high in flavor and fiber. A treat the whole family will enjoy!
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble (Vegan)
May 16, 2011 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
It’s a great time to find organic strawberries and rhubarb at the farmer’s market or grocery store. And what better combination than juicy sweet strawberries with crisp and tart rhubarb. Together they marry for a delicious and nutritious treat.
Gluten Free Banana Cupcakes
March 12, 2011 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
e had some bananas that needed tending to, sitting forlorn on the counter, just begging to be mashed and made into something yummy. Not having a lot of time, this was a total cheater recipe!!
Whole Wheat Apple Walnut Scones
September 26, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
These delicious whole grain apple scones are the perfect fall breakfast or snack!
Happy Muffins
September 22, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 2 Comments
Makes 12 muffins
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon, ground
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup apple, unpeeled, grated
1/2 cup dates, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F (170°C) .
In a [...]
Cheery Cherry Bars
June 19, 2009 by Optimum Wellness 2 Comments
In a mixing bowl with an electric mixer, beat ghee and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour, protein powder, oats and baking soda. Add flour mixture to ghee and brown sugar mixture; mix on low speed until crumbly.
