Did you know that September is Better Breakfast Month? Well it is and I’ve teamed up with California Almonds to make sure your breakfast is better than ever.
It turns out that 50% of women skip breakfast when they are crunched for time. Studies show that those who eat breakfast are less likely to be overweight, will maintain better cholesterol levels, and live an overall healthier life. So if you are one of those 50% that skip breakfast, almonds are a quick way to get a boost of fiber, protein, and healthy fat.
I have a great almond gift pack to give away to one of y’all but before we get to that, I have the most delicious granola recipe to share. It calls for all my favorites: almonds, dried blueberries, coconut, coconut oil! You could make this over the weekend and have a fantastic breakfast all week long.
The gift pack comes with:
- One $20 Visa gift card to buy anything else that makes your breakfast better – fresh fruit, oatmeal, almond milk, etc.
- One pound of whole natural almonds
- One jar of almond butter
- One pound of sliced almonds
- One reusable, insulated travel pouch for breakfasts on-the-go
- One double-sided recipe card for better breakfast inspiration
And by the way, that almond butter is the best almond butter I’ve ever had.
Enter below!
(Giveaway will run from 09/17/13 to 09/23/12. US only, please.)
California Almonds wants to see how you’re making your breakfast better. Head over to almondboard.com/
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 2 cups sliced almonds
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil melted
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried blueberries
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips
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Preheat the oven to 300F. Spray a large, rimmed baking sheet with oil.
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In a large bowl, stir together oats, coconut flakes, almonds, salt, and brown sugar.
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In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the mixture over the oats. Fold the wet mixture into the oat mixture until the oats are evenly coated.
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Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the granola is golden brown in color. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
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When the granola is cool, stir in blueberries and white chocolate chips.
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Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
This would be so fabulous for breakfast. Yum!
Katie says
Pancakes are my fave breakfast. So good!
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
Your granola turned out beautifully. It looks absolutely scrumptious.
Rebecca says
Oatmeal with bananas and strawberries!
tammigirl says
I love a good souffle. Or pancakes. French toast! Waffles. Oh, oatmeal.
Lisa says
I can never bare to go without breakfast and I’m always looking for awesome easy things to make that will last! Can’t wait to try this one. Almonds mmmm
Lisa says
Oh yea, forgot, my favorite’s french toast hands down!
Jessie C. says
I love oatmeal with sliced almonds and fresh blueberries.
Jess says
Cherry almond baked oatmeal that would be a great use for these!
Ashley C says
I love apple cinnamon oatmeal!
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Cassandra says
My favorite breakfast is refrigerator oatmeal. Easy but really good!
Heather Dennis says
Oh wow… my favorite breakfast… I do not get to eat breakfast as much as I used to.
My kids are not big breakfast eaters, and I am not one to cook for myself.
I do LOVE granola with yogurt or all by itself. I am also a southern gal, so I love pancakes, biscuits and gravy and all of that good / bad stuff too :)
My go to cereal is always a granola. That is why I am sitting here with my mouth drooling looking at the photo above. It looks Delicious!!! Thank you for the recipe!!!
Christina M says
My favorite breakfast is a homemade waffle with honey butter and berries! Mmmmm and a latte!
Food, Faith, and Other Fabulous Finds says
My favorite breakfast (though I rarely get it) is a wonderful French pastry like a croissant or cream cheese danish.
Tracey says
This granola sounds heavenly – I love the coconut oil and white chocolate! My favorite indulgent breakfast is cinnamon rolls but most days it’s either cereal or yogurt here.
elaine says
it used to be poached egg but now i can’t eat it!
Janssen says
I know this makes me sound about five years old, but Cinnamon Toast Crunch? It just doesn’t get better for me. With strawberries, bananas and whole milk.
Sharon O. says
I almost always eat oatmeal for breakfast. During the summer months I make overnight oatmeal and serve it with fresh fruit and sprinkle granola (with whole almonds) on top. Thanks!
Susan Christy says
My favorite breakfast – waffles, sausage and hash browns – crispy.
Leann Lindeman says
Bacon and cheese sandwich!
Blessie Nelson says
Almond honey brittle broken into sweet little pieces and mixed in buttermilk pancake batter and served hot!
Tiffany says
I love overnight refrigerator oatmeal for nreakfast
Whitney Lindeman says
Scrambled eggs & turkey bacon! For breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Natasha says
My favorite breakfast is any type of muffin!
Erika W. says
I love pancakes!
Paula says
Pancakes are my very favorite breakfast, but I do a protein shake or protein bar most mornings to save calories :/
Lisa says
Donuts are my fave
erin says
looks yummy!
Jordan D says
I love egg white veggie omelets with hot sauce for breakfast. YUM.
rachel says
I love scones but can’t eat those too often or else! haha
Debra Lee says
I love crock pot apple oatmeal!
Tabathia B says
I love oatmeal for breakfast
Julie says
my husband’s scrambled eggs
thanks for the giveaway
Lindsay B. says
Breakfast is my absolute favorite! I love any kind of eggs with bacon and toast. Simple and delicious. This oatmeal looks fabulous!
Staci says
Cheerios!!