No-Bake Chocolate Cookies
1c peanut butter or almond butter
2c rolled oats
2/3c raw, unsweetened coconut shreds
optional, 1/4c sunflower seeds, chia seeds, or chopped walnuts
Line a plate or cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Place chocolate chips and nut butter in glass bowl. Melt in microwave about 45 seconds, or in a pan of hot water on the stove. When melted, stir thoroughly and add all other ingredients. Drop onto parchment paper by the spoonful. Freeze or refrigerate until set. ENJOY!
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| Sneak licks at home... but not at cooking class!!!!! |
Chia Gel Drink
2T chia seeds
1c juice
optional, 1/8t stevia extract powder
Place chia seeds in a bottle with tight-fitting lid. Pour juice on top and cap. Shake vigorously for 2 minutes. Place in refrigerator till ready to drink. Before drinking, give it a good shake to disperse the seeds evenly. Add the stevia if your juice is too tart.
About chia seeds:
Chia seeds are tiny black seeds, smaller than millet and typically contain 20% protein, 34% oil, 25% dietary fiber, and significant levels of antioxidants. The oil from chia seeds contains a very high concentration of omega-3 fatty acid - about 64%. When soaked in water, they release a gel that is highly nutritious. They do not need to be ground (or even chewed) in order for the omega-3's to be utilized by the body.
Ants on a Log
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| Ivy made her own snack today! |
1/2c peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter
1/4c raisins or cranberries
The ultimate easy-to-make kid snack!!!
Cut your celery into lengths and wash. Spread with nut butter; top with raisins or cranberries. Yum!
Coming in November: Banana Boats and Crazy-Pop Popcorn
(No classes in October due to Archbishop's Mass and Luncheon)
"Above all, the child must be well fed!" ~Charlotte Mason
