Thursday, February 27, 2014

Sweet & Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges


Recently I've been loving this recipe for sweet potato wedges! I love baked sweet potato, it's a staple in my diet- but one night I was craving something a little different. I wanted to create a healthier version of the delicious spicy fries I order at restraunts. These wedges are the perfect balance of crunchy on the outside, moist on the inside, spicy and sweet... I don't have exact measures for this recipe, because sometime I make one serving just for me, or I make a whole batch for my family! But I usually would use one small potato per person or 1/2 a large. The measurements of all the spices are really to your liking. :)

Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges

You will need:
  • sweet potatoes
  • coconut oil
Spices:
  • chili powder
  • cumin
  • garlic
  • sea salt
  • a dash of cinnamon
  • cayenne (if you like it hot)
1. Pre-heat oven at 350 degrees.
2. Cut the sweet potatoes into wedges.
3. Coat in coconut oil. Toss in a bowl so their evenly coated. Use as little or much as you like. If your coconut oil is solid, microwave it for 30 seconds before you use it. Coconut oil is one of the healthiest fats for you, with amazing healthy benefits. It also adds an amazing flavor to the wedges and crisps up the outside nicely!
4. Add spices and toss the potatoes.
5. Place on a baking sheet lined with foil and bake for 35-45 minutes.
Enjoy!
XoXo, 
Stephanie




Berry Vanilla Oat Protein Pancakes


This pancake recipe is pretty basic, but I topped it with a simple berry compote that totally takes it to the next level! I also added some oats to this batch make em' a lil' more filling for some extra fuel! ;)

Berry Vanilla Oat Protein Pancakes
(serves one)
  • 1/3 cup oats
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (I use Perfect Fit)
  • 1/2 a mashed banana
  • 2 egg whites
  • dash of cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  1. Blend the oats in a food processor until they reach a powder consistency. Now you have oat flour!
  2. You can hand mix in the other ingredients, but since I already had the processor out, I saved a little time and blended the remaining ingredients in.
  3. Spray a pan with a little natural cooking spray (I use Trader Joe's coconut oil spray) and spoon the batter into the pan. Make them as big or mini as you like! I made about 5 small pancakes. 
  4. Let cook for a few minutes each side. Top with the berry compote!
Easy Berry Compote
  • 1/2 cup frozen or fresh berries
  1. Microwave for 30 seconds or until the berries start to become a little sauce-y.
  2.  That's it! It's like the berry syrups without all the added nasty ingredients and sugar! And it tastes way better!
Enjoy!
XoXo, Stephanie



Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Waffle



Pumpkin and chocolate are two of my favorite flavors, so when their put into one recipe - I get pretty excited... This protein waffle is so fluffy and delicious, they don't even taste "healthy"! It's packed with protein and potassium, the perfect post workout breakfast! It tastes like dessert for breakfast, and who doesn't love that? 

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Waffle
(serves 1)

  • 1 scoop of protein powder of choice (I use vanilla Perfect Fit)
  • 1/2 a banana, mashed
  • 1/4 cup canned pumpkin
  • 3 egg whites (or 1/4 cup liquid egg whites)
  • Cinnamon (who measures that anyway?)
  • Pumpkin Pie Spice (a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
  • 1 Tbs. dark chocolate chips  (I use these vegan ones by Enjoy Life Foods!)
  • pinch of baking soda 
  • * If the batter is too thick, thin it out with a little almond milk.
1. Mash banana and beat in the egg whites and pumpkin.
2. Add all the dry ingredients and mix well. Fold in chocolate chips.
3. Pour into your waffle maker (make sure it's sprayed with cooking spray) and wait for the magic to happen!
4. Top with choice of toppings. Maple syrup, honey, peanut butter... I used maple almond butter!

* This recipe is similar to my Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Pancake recipe! :)

Enjoy!
XoXo, Stephanie