Granola bars are the perfect grab and go breakfast. They're delicious, can be eaten on the go and are great for you! The problem? Often, store-bought granola bars are full of unnecessary preservatives and sugars that diminish the taste and health value. Instead of purchasing your granola bars, try making them at home. When making homemade granola bars, you have complete control over the ingredients that go into them. Additionally, because they're made fresh and ready to eat, you don't have to worry about adding preservatives. They'll keep great in your refrigerator!
For the perfect healthy and protein-packed granola bar recipe, start by making these Protein-Packed No-Bake Granola Bars. Easy to make, these granola bars use wholesome raw ingredients that don't require any cooking at all. Superfoods like goji berries, cranberries, almonds and pumpkin seeds are combined in this recipe to create a mouthwatering treat that is equally sweet and tart. A light, guilt-free snack, these granola bars are the perfect treat to indulge in before your morning workout. Enjoy one while you're getting ready, or as a snack on the way to the gym. They're a great way to satisfy both your sweet and salty morning breakfast cravings. When storing these granola bars, we recommend keeping them in an airtight container. When properly sealed, these bars will keep for a couple of weeks in the refrigerator!
You didn't think we'd list our favorite breakfast recipes without mentioning oats, did you? Quite possibly one of our favorite recipes to date, these Oregon Marionberry and Hazelnut Oats are a gratifying breakfast to wake up to. In this dish, fresh marionberries, Steel Cut Oats and chopped hazelnuts are mixed to create a protein-packed breakfast that gives you a head start.
This breakfast has "childhood" written all over it. With just one bite, we're transported back to warm summer days, recess with friends and family lunches. An adult version of your mom's delicious PB&J sandwich, we'd argue that these PB&J Oat Bars taste just as great! Kid and adult-approved, this recipe is an excellent way to work more protein into your meal plan. They're full of wholesome ingredients like Bob's Red Mill Organic Chia Seed, Regular Rolled Oats and Almond Flour and simple to prepare. Made in just over an hour, this PB&J Oat Bar Recipe yields six servings.
Searching for a smoothie that will make you feel like you have superpowers? You've found it! With a name like "Green Goddess," this protein smoothie is sure to provide a powerful boost of energy. This Green Goddess Protein Smoothie allows you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time at the gym with it's quick prep time of just five minutes. Bob's Red Mill Almond Protein Powder is used as a powerful plant-based protein source when making this smoothie. Antioxidant-rich ingredients like mango, raspberries and spinach are then blended with the protein powder to transform this smoothie into a nutrient-rich breakfast.
Plan on working out with your gym partner? Surprise them by doubling the ingredients in this recipe and making them a smoothie as well!
We talked about swapping overnight oats for quinoa, but what about trading in traditional oats for a quinoa breakfast bowl? Though it is not often advertised as a breakfast food, a bowl of tasty quinoa can be a great way to start the day. Quinoa is an excellent source of iron, fiber and high-quality protein once valued as a sacred crop by ancient Inca Tribes. Or, in other words, it's the perfect breakfast food! By blending Bob's Red Mill Organic Quinoa Grain with gratifying ingredients like vanilla almond milk, diced apple and chopped walnuts, you can create a mouthwatering meal in minutes.
When following this recipe, it's important to note that it makes two servings. Whether you choose to share your breakfast with your gym partner or refrigerate leftovers, you can never have too much of this breakfast on hand!
