Tag: breakfast of champions

Coconut oil coffee: a nutritious morning beverage!

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 Coffee, yum! But coffee and coconut oil?? Yep! It’s delicious AND nutritious. It’s even a great pre-workout drink when timed correctly, too!

Coconut oil has countless health benefits, but I’ll keep my explanation very simple. It is mostly made up of MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides). They are absorbed fast and give a quick boost of energy without the anxiety, helping increase metabolism while also reducing hunger and suppressing appetite. This can help curb making poor food choices throughout the day, which leads to a healthier you! If you drink it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach and then workout, it also primes your muscles to accept the protein in your first post workout meal (For more info, check out Ori Hofmekler, author of the Warrior Diet). What a winning combo, right?

 I make my coconut oil coffee by adding a tablespoon or two to my hot coffee, and using my aerolatte mixer to emulsify it. This creates a thicker, creamy consistency that is so delicious! I would recommend starting with a half tablespoon and working your way up. If you need that extra bit of sweetness, feel free to add a little bit of your preferred method of sweetener. Make sure you get the virgin coconut oil so you get those MCTs and optimal nutrients as well as flavor. Use it to cook with too! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask!

Happy coconutting!

Warmly,

Dani

My fabulous 3 ingredient oatmeal pancakes recipe

On By Dani Sanusi FitnessIn fitness, nutrition, recipe2 Comments

It’s the perfect breakfast, and only 3 ingredients! I hope you enjoy this deliciousness as much as I do!

Ingredients:

  • 2 eggs or egg whites
  • 1/2 cup old fashioned oatmeal
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon (to taste)
  • garnish: maple syrup or peanut butter and fruit

1. Combine eggs, oatmeal, and cinnamon in a bowl, mix together. I like to soak the ingredients together for about 10 minutes until the oatmeal softens up.

2. In a greased pan over medium heat, pour mixture into pan and flip when cooked.

*If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can throw the oatmeal in a blender or food processor to make it a smoother batter 🙂

Enjoy! Happy eating!

Warmly,

Dani

Apple Scramble Recipe!

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Apple scramble? Confused? Your taste buds won’t be! This is a delicious recipe perfect for Sunday brunch. My hubby loves it and he doesn’t really enjoy eggs that much (could I have married a more different man?!). His mom used to make this for him all the time! Just trust me 🙂

Ingredients:IMG_4769

  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 c whole wheat flour (you can use something else of your choice as well, or the original recipe calls for white flour)
  • 2/3 cup nonfat milk
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sweetener of your choice (optional)
  • 1 apple, peeled and chopped
  • garnish: lemon and/or powdered sugar (very optional, it’s delicious as is, but the original recipe calls for it)

1. Combine all ingredients except apple in a bowl, mix together. In a pan over medium heat, pour mixture and stir frequently until egg is cooked.

2. Serve immediately with turkey bacon for a delicious and nutritious breakfast!

Happy eating!!

Warmly,

Dani

Banana Cinnamon Protein Oatmeal Recipe

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Looking for something delicious to have for breakfast to really help you power through your day? Breakfast is so important, and it’s easy to make this nutritious meal no matter how busy your mornings are!

Ingredients:IMG_4434-0

  • 1/2 c old fashioned oatmeal
  • 3/4 c water (depending on the consistency you desire for oatmeal)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon (or to taste)
  • 1/2 ripened banana
  • 1/2 scoop Vanilla protein powder (depending on desired consistency.
  • 1 tsp your choice of sweetener if needed (agave, syrup…make it healthy!)
  1. In a microwave safe bowl, add oatmeal, then top with banana and cinnamon. Pour water over the bowl, and microwave for approximately 2 minutes, or until oatmeal is soft. Stir, add more liquid and add protein powder (can use milk or water if needed to achieve desired consistency). Taste and if desired, add sweetener.
  2. Pair with some Canadian bacon for a well rounded breakfast! Enjoy!

Happy eating!

Warmly,

Dani