Easy Almond Butter Oatmeal

If you’re looking for an easy healthy breakfast for busy mornings, this almond butter oatmeal is simple, cozy, and incredibly satisfying. Made with creamy almond butter, cinnamon, maple syrup, and fresh fruit, it’s a wholesome breakfast that comes together in minutes and keeps everyone full until lunch. My kids love it, and it’s even become a favorite breakfast-for-dinner option in our house.

Easy Almond Butter Oatmeal Recipe
Serves 4


INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons almond butter
3 cups water
1 cup quick Irish oatmeal
2-3 tablespoons real maple syrup
2 teaspoons cinnamon
sliced bananas and strawberries, for topping

Prepare the oatmeal according to the package directions. For quick Irish oatmeal (our favorite), bring 4 cups of water to a boil, stir in 1 cup of oats, and simmer for 5–7 minutes.

Once the oatmeal is cooked, stir in the almond butter until creamy and fully combined. Add the maple syrup and cinnamon, mixing well.

Divide the oatmeal into bowls and top with extra almond butter, a drizzle of maple syrup, sliced bananas, strawberries, and an extra sprinkle of cinnamon.

This makes a great breakfast-for-dinner option too. Enjoy!

 

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Easter Crispy Rice Treat Nests

Spring is probably my favorite time of year. It feels fresh and new, and the beginning of long days and warm weather. And it's the perfect time of year to make these fun Easter/spring themed treats!

Easter Crispy Rice Treat Nests

serves 12

INGREDIENTS:
6 tablespoons butter
1 bag (10 oz) marshmallows
4 cups crispy rice cereal
egg candies or jellybeans


Melt butter in a large pot over low heat. Stir in marshmallows a little at a time until fully melted. Stir in crispy rice cereral. Remove from heat and slowly stir in rice cereal until thoroughly combined. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter and place equal parts of the mixture into each cup, using a spoon to form into “nests.” Cool completely and top with egg candies of your choice.

Enjoy!

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Veggie Oven Nachos

This is a favorite meal for everyone in our house! They're so simple to make, and easy to customize to everyone's taste.

Serves 2-4

INGREDIENTS

1/2 bag tortilla chips 

1 can black beans 

5 cups shredded cheese

3/4 tsp chili powder 

1/4 tsp cumin 

1/4 tsp garlic powder 

1/2 teaspoon salt 

1-1/2 cups thick salsa

1 fresh jalapeño, sliced 

1/2 avocado, cubed 

lime

Preheat over to 400 degrees. Rinse and drain black beans. In a bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Add a single layer of tortilla chips on a baking sheet, then spread beans evenly on top. Cover with cheese and sprinkle with spice mixture. Bake for 5 to 6 minutes, until cheese is melted. Top salsa, avocado, and jalapeño slices for a kick. Squeeze on a little lime and serve.

These are an easy weeknight meal and make a fantastic snack too. Enjoy!  

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