How to Make Easter Healthy and Fun
With Easter around the corner, I am starting to get my favorite Paleo Easter recipes together. I usually make a ham, a healthy veggie-based appetizer, and some type of kid-friendly dessert. This year, I wanted to use my Instant Pot as an easy yet delicious way to serve Easter ham. The Instant Pot makes everything super tender, and the flavors in this ham recipe are perfect for Spring. I also wanted to share my favorite roasted carrot recipe with you. This is one of my go-to recipes as it is easy to make, and something that everyone enjoys.
For dessert, I am sharing an adorable Paleo-friendly coconut egg nest recipe with you that is so much fun to make. If you have kids, get them involved! Not only are they fun to make, but adults can enjoy these too.
I hope these recipes give you some Eater inspiration and show you that a Paleo-friendly Easter meal can be delicious too.
Instant Pot Easter Ham
- 1 6-6.5 lb. Bone-in Organic ham
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- 1/4 cup maple sugar
- 1 tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp. organic or freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup filtered water
- Start by adding all the ingredients to stockpot over low heat and whisk. Heat for 3-5 minutes.
- Add the ham to the base of the Instant Pot and cover with the water.
- Pour the glaze on top of the ham.
- Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and close the pressure valve.
- Cook for 10 minutes on high pressure.
- Once the timer goes off, allow the pressure to release naturally.
- Once the pressure is released, allow the ham to rest for 15 minutes and then remove from the pot leaving the extra liquid behind.
- Slice the ham to your liking and drizzle with the leftover sauce in the base of the Instant Pot.
Garlic Roasted Carrots
- 2 bunches organic carrots
- 4 cloves chopped garlic
- 1 tsp. oregano
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- Start by preheating the oven to 375 degrees F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Next, line the carrots onto the baking sheet.
- Mix the olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl and drizzle over the carrots.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the carrots are tender.
Paleo Coconut Nests
- 1 8 ounce bag of unsweetened shredded coconut
- 4 egg whites
- 1 Tbsp. raw honey
- 1 Tbsp. maple sugar
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/2 cup Enjoy Life Dark Chocolate Morsels
- Dark chocolate non-GMO eggs (for topping )
- Start by preheating the oven to 300 degrees F and greasing a mini muffin tin with coconut oil.
- Add the egg whites, raw honey, maple sugar, and salt to a mixing bowl and whisk.
- Add the shredded coconut and mix well.
- Scoop 1-2 tablespoons of the coconut mixture into the greased muffin tins filling them all the way.
- Using your thumb, make an indent in the center to create a "nest."
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly brown. Check at the 10 and 15-minute mark to be sure they aren't browning too quickly.
- Allow the nests to cool, and then using a knife, loosen them from the muffin tins.
- Melt the dark chocolate morsels in a stockpot over low heat, and scoop about 1 tsp. worth into the center of the nests. Allow the chocolate to set for about 10 minutes.
- Top with the dark chocolate eggs.
- Store in a glass jar in a cool and dry place.
5 Quick Low-Inflammatory Breakfast Recipes to Support the Thyroid
I am sure you have heard and may be sick of hearing at this point, that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But it really is, especially if you suffer from a thyroid condition or an autoimmune disease. Starting your day off with a balanced and low-inflammatory breakfast recipe can help balance blood sugar levels which is an important part of supporting the thyroid. Skipping breakfast can cause an imbalance in blood sugar which can be problematic, not just for your thyroid but your mood as well. I know I turn into a monster when I skip breakfast and go through my morning with low blood sugar!
Even worse, eating a breakfast full of sugar, and refined carbs can also cause thyroid trouble. Studies have shown that having frequent insulin spikes can cause damage to the thyroid in those who suffer from an autoimmune thyroid disease. When this occurs, the production of thyroid hormones will also suffer, and so may the people around you. While high blood sugar from too many refined and processed carbs can cause issues, having low blood sugar by skipping breakfast can also negatively impact the thyroid while also causing issues with the adrenal glands and the gut. This is why eating a well-balanced breakfast as your very first meal of the day is so important for thyroid health. Not only that, but breakfast can also be a time to add in a boost of nutrition with low-inflammatory foods.
So, we know that breakfast is important, but as a Functional Medicine Doctor, I often have patients ask me what I have for breakfast, and what I recommend. Just like many of my patients, I also suffered from an undiagnosed thyroid condition for many years, so I like to start my day with the same foods I recommend my patients do. I always recommend some source of clean protein, healthy fat, and a complex carbohydrate to give your metabolism a boost, support energy levels, and nourish the thyroid. I also love to add in at least one anti-inflammatory food to start my day as reducing inflammation in the body is key to supporting not only thyroid health but the health of our entire body.
I want to share my top five quick and easy low-inflammatory breakfast recipes that support the thyroid and give you that morning boost of energy you need to power through your day.
These recipes are:
• Gluten-free
• Grain-free
• Dairy-free
• Soy-free
• Refined sugar-free
Eggs with Sautéed Shallots & Greens
- 1 whole organic pasture-raised egg
- 1 organic pasture-raised egg yolk
- 1 cup of collard greens or spinach (chopped)
- Chopped shallot to taste
- Coconut oil for cooking
- Pinch of pink Himalaya sea salt
- Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat with coconut oil.
- Add the eggs and cook over easy or to your liking. This recipe is also great served as an omelet.
- Remove the eggs from the pan and add additional coconut oil. Sauté the collard greens and shallots for 5-7 minutes until the collards are wilted and the shallots have started to caramelize.
- Serve the sautéed greens with the eggs and season with a pinch of salt.
- Enjoy while warm.
Optimal Health Low-Inflammatory Smoothie
- 1 cup of full-fat unsweetened coconut or almond milk
- 1 cup of frozen blueberries
- ½ plantain
- 1 handful of fresh spinach
- 1 serving of vanilla paleo protein powder (found in my store)
- Simply add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
- Enjoy right away.
Coconut Cream Bowl with Fresh Berries
- ½ cup of full-fat unsweetened coconut cream (if you can't find coconut cream, just use the creamy/solid portion at the top of a full-fat unsweetened coconut milk can and save the liquid portion for smoothies.)
- ½ cup of fresh berries of choice
- 1 Tbsp. chia seeds
- 1 Tbsp. slivered almonds
- Start by adding the coconut cream to a serving bowl and top with the fresh berries, chia seeds, and slivered almonds.
- Enjoy right away or pack with you to bring to work as an on the go breakfast.
Quick and Easy Coconut Flour Pancakes
- 1 ripe banana
- 3 organic pasture-raised eggs
- 2 heaping tablespoons of coconut flour
- Dash of cinnamon
- Coconut oil for cooking
- Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat with the coconut oil.
- Add the banana to a mixing bowl and mash. Mix in the remaining ingredients.
- Pour ¼ cup of the batter into the preheated skillet at a time and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side of until lightly brown.
- Continue this process until you have used all the batter.
- Enjoy with an extra slab of coconut oil or unsweetened coconut butter if desired.
Anti-inflammatory Turmeric Smoothie
- 1 cup of full-fat unsweetened coconut milk
- ½ frozen banana
- ½ cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp. ground turmeric
- ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp. ground ginger
- 1 serving of optimal reset vanilla cleanse powder
- Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
- Serve with an extra sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired.
- Enjoy right away.
My Paleo Protein Powder is an amazing addition to any smoothie. It comes in chocolate or vanilla and offers hydro-beef and bone broth protein for optimal support to the gut and the body.
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I know exactly where you are because I’ve been there myself…I remember being so tired that I could barely function. I gained 30 pounds out of nowhere and had a severe case of brain fog. I also started to get severe anxiety and panic attacks. I was driven and motivated…until I wasn’t. I didn’t know what was happening to me. All I wanted was to get my life back…
Finally, I learned about functional medicine and found a practitioner that I hoped could help me. They ran specialized tests that were far different than I had ever had before. When I got the results back, it turned out I had candida, parasites, high cortisol, the Epstein Bar Virus and many food intolerances. I also had an issue with my thyroid that no one found before because they were using the conventional medicine lab ranges which are way too broad….which I now know is one of the leading causes of hypothyroid misdiagnosis.
I went through treatment of all of these things and it completely changed my life. I immediately lost the 30 pounds I had gained plus more, I had a lot more energy, and my brain fog was gone. I felt amazing and knew that I wanted to help people find the underlying causes of their symptoms and disease.
Reference
Kresser. Thyroid, Blood Sugar, and Metabolic Syndrome.
Paleo Snickerdoodle Cookie Recipe
Snickerdoodle cookies are one of my favorites, and my kids love them too! These cookies are a cinnamon lovers favorite, so I wanted to make a paleo snickerdoodle cookie recipe that was free from refined sugar, gluten, grains, and dairy so we all could enjoy this tasty treat. I used cassava flour with a small amount of tapioca flour to make the perfect texture and added in some grass-fed butter, vanilla, maple sugar, and of course cinnamon to make these taste just like the real thing!
*Note if you cannot tolerate grass-fed butter, you can try coconut oil instead.
Paleo Snickerdoodle Cookies
- 1 1/4 cups cassava flour
- 1/8 cup tapioca flour
- 1 cups maple sugar (+ 1/8 cup for topping)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup unsalted grass-fed butter (melted but cooled)
- 1.5 tsp. cinnamon for topping
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a large bowl, combine the flours, 1 cup of the maple sugar, baking soda & salt.
- In a smaller bowl, combine the cooled melted butter, vanilla, and eggs.
- Mix the dry ingredients in with the liquid.
- In a smaller bowl, add the remaining maple sugar to the cinnamon and mix well.
- Using a small spoon, scoop some batter out into your hand and roll into a ball. Dip the cookie ball into the maple sugar/cinnamon mixture and roll around to cover. Place onto a unbleached parchment lined cookie sheet. Continue with the remaining cookie dough.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes. Try to make them all the same size for best outcome.
Cassava Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
I can't even begin to tell you how happy I am that Cassava flour was invented! Otto's Cassava Flour is unlike anything your kitchen has ever experienced. It is an all-natural, amazing, grain-free replacement for wheat flour and can often be used as a 1:1 substitute in countless recipes. There are no fillers. Only 100% Yuca (Cassava) and water are used to create this single-ingredient wonder.
When trying out a new cookie recipe, I couldn't think of anything better to use. This recipe is nut, gluten, grain, dairy and refined sugar-free. Oh, and it's incredibly tasty despite all the ingredients it's "free" of : )
Here's the link to the products that I used in this cookie recipe:
Cassava Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Wet Ingredients:
-1/3 cup grass-fed unsalted butter if you can tolerate dairy -or- coconut oil (melted) if you cannot
-1/3 cup maple syrup
-2 eggs
-1 tsp. organic vanilla
Dry Ingredients:
-3/4 cup Otto's cassava flour
-1/3 cup maple sugar
-1 tsp. aluminum and gluten free baking soda
-1 tsp. salt
Other Ingredients:
1 cup enjoy life dark chocolate morsals
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. Mix wet ingredients in a bowl with hand mixer, in a separate bowl mix the dry ingredients
3. Slowly pour the dry ingredients into the wet while stirring until it becomes dough
4. Fold in the dark chocolate morsals
5. Scoop out 1 tbsp. of batter and place on cookie sheet lined with unbleached parchment paper
6. Repeat with the remaining dough
7. Bake for about 12 minutes or until done
This should make about 12 cookies
Allow to cool and enjoy!
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An Anti-Anxiety Adaptogenic Tea Recipe
Adaptogenic herbs are excellent for combatting anxiety and restoring balance in the body. They are great because they respond to the situation in the body, so they can help support hormone balance, blood sugar, and anxiety to name a few. This recipe is perfect for when you are feeling anxious, and need a relaxing cup of tea to calm your mind. It is also great to enjoy before bed to help wind down the day and promote restful sleep.
Here's how to make this adaptogenic tea recipe and the link to the ashwagandha root powder I use.
An Adaptogenic Tea Recipe
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp. ashwagandha root powder
- 2 tsp. pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- Cinnamon for serving
- Start by adding the water, coconut milk, ashwagandha root powder, and pure maple syrup to a stockpot over low heat and whisk well.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Serve with a pinch of cinnamon.
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The Top Two Underlying Causes of Anxiety
Did you know that anxiety affects 40 million adults today? (1) Anxiety can be caused by a number of factors which is why I want to share the top two underlying causes of anxiety with you in the post. I truly understand how anxiety can significantly impair your overall quality of life.
I myself, suffered from debilitating anxiety when I was in college. I suddenly started having panic attacks. I was under a lot of stress, and the panic attacks seemed to just come out of nowhere. I missed a lot of school, and these panic attacks were so debilitating that I started having anxiety about having a panic attack. It was a vicious cycle and something that I wanted to get to the bottom of.
I soon found out that my panic attacks were caused by having low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). My blood sugar levels were dropping so quickly, and my cortisol was not stabilized. I learned that both blood sugar imbalances and cortisol issues can drive one another. On top of not having any adrenal support, my anxiety was quickly becoming out of control. However, once I learned what was the underlying cause of these panic attacks and anxiety, I started eating to support my blood sugar levels and to support my adrenals. I learned that my body needed to eat protein and fat with every meal and that I needed to eat every couple of hours to keep my blood sugar levels stable. Once I got a good grasp on the dietary changes I needed to make, I felt so much better!
I wanted to tell you my personal story, because it is something that I see in my practice daily, and it is so important to understand that blood sugar imbalances, as well as cortisol issues, can both lead to anxiety, and the two can drive one another. Blood sugar issues can lead to cortisol imbalances and vice versa.
When a patient comes to my practice with anxiety, these two underlying causes of anxiety are the first things I talk about, and it always just seems to click, and make sense. So, let’s get started by talking about ways that you can help stabilize the adrenal glands and cortisol levels as well as your blood sugar so that you can start feeling less anxious, and start eating to support overall health. First, let’s look at some of the symptoms of imbalanced cortisol and low blood sugar.
Symptoms of Hypoglycemia
- Anxiety
- Nervousness
- Shaking
- Feeling dizzy
- Difficulty sleeping
- Irritability or mood swings
- Headaches
- Brain fog
- Intense hunger
- Sweating
- Fatigue
Symptoms of High Cortisol
- Mood swings
- Anxiety
- Skin issues
- Increase in heart rate
- Difficulty sleeping
- Fatigue
- High blood pressure
How to Get Rid of Anxiety
Support the Adrenals
Supporting the adrenal glands is an important part of controlling anxiety. The adrenal glands produce cortisol as well as adrenaline which both play a role in anxiety. When your adrenal glands are taxed, you can suffer from either high or low cortisol which can both be problematic. Overtaxing your adrenal glands can also ultimately lead to adrenal fatigue.
Another thing to keep in mind is that if you have an issue with your cortisol levels, you may find you have difficulty sleeping. This is because your body will use adrenaline to raise blood sugar levels when there is an imbalance in cortisol, and adrenaline will wake up your brain so a lot of people will have an issue with staying asleep in the middle of the night. A good way to fix this is having a protein-rich snack before bed such as three ounces of protein, like a hard-boiled egg or 3 oz. nitrate and gluten-free turkey.
Here are some additional lifestyle, and dietary steps you can take to support the adrenals, as well as some supplements that can be very beneficial.
- Support Blood Sugar Levels: It is important to know that blood sugar issues can lead to adrenal issues, and adrenal issues can lead to blood sugar issues.
- Reduce Stress: Try to reduce all forms of stress by using techniques such as mindfulness training and taking time for yourself daily.
- Get Enough Sleep: Sleep is essential for healthy adrenal function, strive to get at least 7-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep per night. Keep in mind that some people may need more if dealing with adrenal fatigue. You may need 8-10 hours.
- Cut out Caffeine, Alcohol & Sugar: These can all stress your adrenal glands and cause blood sugar issues.
- Exercise: Do some gentle exercise daily to support energy levels. Walking, and yoga are great.
Supplements for Adrenal Support
One of my favorite supplements for adrenal support is Adrenal Solution. This is a high-quality formulation that contains all the supplements you need to support healthy adrenal function including adaptogenic herbs, and vitamin C. Adaptogenic herbs can help balance hormones, reduce fatigue, and even support blood sugar levels. Since this supplement contains a wide variety of adaptogenic herbs, it is great for both high or low cortisol, as it adapts to the situation in the body. It is important NOT to take JUST any adrenal supplement, as some are geared specifically towards low or high cortisol. Adrenal solutions can be used for either. It just helps you maintain balance.
Adrenal solutions contains:
- Vitamin C
- Panax Ginseng
- Ashwagandha
- Holy Basil
- Rhodiola
- Eleuthero
- Pantethin
Stabilize Blood Sugar
Low blood sugar was a huge driving factor when it came to my anxiety and panic attacks. An imbalance in blood sugar is a huge cause of anxiety. If you have any of the above symptoms, you may be dealing with hypoglycemia. However, another common symptom is waking up in the middle of the night. This can happen if your blood sugar levels are low. Here are some tips on how to stabalize blood sugar levels.
- Consume well-balanced meals and snacks: Be sure you are getting enough protein and fats with some complex carbohydrates in each meal.
- Avoid eating fruit alone: Consume a piece of fruit with a healthy source of fat and or protein.
- Eat a healthy meal or snack every couple of hours or as needed to support stable blood sugar levels: Keep in mind that everyone will be different. Some people need to eat hourly, others can go a few hours.
- Don’t Go to Bed Hungry: If you find you wake up in the middle of the night, enjoy a protein-rich snack like a hard-boiled egg before bed.
- Enjoy a high fiber diet: Add lots of vegetables, low-sugar fruits, nuts and seeds to your diet to boost your fiber intake.
- Support the Adrenal Glands: Blood sugar issues can lead to adrenal issues, and adrenal issues can lead to blood sugar issues.
Supplements for Blood Sugar Support
- Chromium & Inositol: These can both help stabilize blood sugar, but please only use them under the care of a doctor who can dose properly as everyone is different.
- Essential Fatty Acids: Essential fatty acids are an important part of a healthy diet, as the body cannot make them, so they must be obtained from the diet. Not only are they helpful for overall health, and inflammation, some studies have found that omega-3 supplementation may be beneficial for those with anxiety. (2) It is important to determine whether or not a fatty acid deficiency is present.
A Perfectly Balanced Meal for Blood Sugar Support
Need some help determine what a well-balanced meal for blood sugar support would look like? Here is a balanced meal that contains complex carbs, healthy fats, and protein to keep your blood sugar levels stable. Be sure to eat like this for all of your meals, and snacks. Combining complex carbs with healthy fats, and protein is an important part of supporting optimal blood sugar levels. An example of a well-balanced meal would be three ounces of chicken with ½ of an avocado, 1 cup of steamed broccoli, and ¼ of a sweet potato or yucca.
If you are experiencing anxiety or any of the symptoms of hypoglycemia or imbalanced cortisol levels, I do an amazing test that checks the adrenals and blood sugar thoroughly. This test shows exactly what may be going on so that I can create a plan to help you get stable.
An Adaptogenic Tea Recipe
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp. ashwagandha root powder
- 2 tsp. pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- Cinnamon (for serving )
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Start by adding the water, coconut milk, ashwagandha root powder, and pure maple syrup to a stockpot over low heat and whisk well.
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Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Serve with a pinch of cinnamon.
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I know exactly where you are because I’ve been there myself…I remember being so tired that I could barely function. I gained 30 pounds out of nowhere and had a severe case of brain fog. I also started to get severe anxiety and panic attacks. I was driven and motivated…until I wasn’t. I didn’t know what was happening to me. All I wanted was to get my life back…
Finally, I learned about functional medicine and found a practitioner that I hoped could help me. They ran specialized tests that were far different than I had ever had before. When I got the results back, it turned out I had candida, parasites, high cortisol, the Epstein Bar Virus and many food intolerances. I also had an issue with my thyroid that no one found before because they were using the conventional medicine lab ranges which are way too broad….which I now know is one of the leading causes of hypothyroid misdiagnosis.
I went through treatment of all of these things and it completely changed my life. I immediately lost the 30 pounds I had gained plus more, I had a lot more energy, and my brain fog was gone. I felt amazing and knew that I wanted to help people find the underlying causes of their symptoms and disease.
Resources
Facts & Statistics. Anxiety and Depression Associated of America.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Hypoglycemia Symptoms Improved with Diet Modification. (2014) NCBI.
Legit Blueberry Lemon Loaf
As many of you know by now, I am obsessed with the Legit Bread Companies bread loaves. Jennifer Robins, the founder of the company, uses only the healthiest ingredients like Otto's cassava flour in the bread mixes. Cassava flour is an amazing gluten and grain free alternative to regular flour. What I love most about these bread mixes is that you can add different things to them to make them into a delicious treat that your kids will thank you for! I love to cut this bread into thick pieces and store them in bags for my kids lunches. This bread also freezes really well for future use. When making this recipe, do not follow the instructions on the bread mix. I am including them already into my instructions with any changes I made. Enjoy!
Legit Blueberry Lemon Loaf
Wet Ingredients:
-6 eggs
-Juice of half a lemon
-1 tsp. lemon zest
-1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
-3 tbsp. avocado or melted coconut oil
-1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
-1 tsp. organic vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 package of legit bread companies blonde loaf mix (order here http://amzn.to/2FVuhuB)
Additional ingredients:
-1 cup frozen or fresh organic blueberries
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Mix together wet ingredients with a hand mixer or blender. Slowly add the dry ingredients in, be careful not to overmix.
Fold in blueberries and pour right into a coated or parchment paper lined bread pan.
Banana Cinnamon Cassava Flour Muffins
Who doesn't love a delicious muffin? I know I used to love muffins before radically changing my health and my diet, but they weren't the healthy kind I make for my family today. You know the muffins I am talking about. The ones you find at a bakery that are loaded with sugar, carbs, and of course, inflammatory gluten, and sometimes dairy. While I have cut things like muffins out of my diet long ago, I have come up with a ton of healthier swaps for myself, and my family to enjoy.
This week, I wanted to share a banana cinnamon muffin recipe with you that uses my absolute favorite cassava flour brand. I use Otto's cassava flour in this recipe to make them gluten-free, grain-free, paleo, Optimal Reset Diet, and Whole-30 approved. They also taste super similar to traditional muffins since the mashed bananas keep them from drying out. I like to make a big batch on the weekends, and freeze them to use in my kid's lunchboxes or served with an egg for breakfast.
Banana Cinnamon Cassava Flour Muffins
- 1 1/2 cups Otto's Cassava Flour
- 2 very ripe bananas (bananas should have brown/black specks and super ripe)
- 1/2 tsp. gluten-free & aluminum-free baking powder
- 2 organic pasture-raised eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond or coconut milk
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp. cinnamon or allspice
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F and greasing a muffin tin with coconut oil.
- Next, add the banana to a mixing bowl, and mash.
- Add the eggs, maple syrup, milk, and coconut oil. Mix well.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix.
- Pour the batter into the greased muffin tins, filling them about 1/2 way.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing from the muffin tin.