Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins

These muffins scream holidays to me. They are easy to make and even more delicious to eat. I have them on repeat over here and would be lying if I said I didn’t eat several a day. Hope you enjoy them as much as I do.

Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins

Dry Ingredients
♡ 150g almond flour
♡ 150g tiger nut flour
♡ 50g protein powder (or collagen) of choice
♡ 100g arrowroot flour
♡ 2 tsp baking soda
♡ 2 tsp cinnamon
♡ 1/4 tsp ground ginger
♡ 1/4 tsp ground clove

Wet Ingredients
♡ 500g pumpkin puree
♡ 1/3 cup maple syrup
♡ 1/3 cup + 3 tbsp avocado oil
♡ 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions:
1. Pre-heat oven to 370.
2. In large bowl, combine all dry ingredients, mix well, set aside.
3. In medium bowl, add all wet ingredients, whisk well.
4. Pour into bowl with dry ingredients, stir until combined.
5. Spray muffin pan with avocado oil to prevent sticking. Fill each muffin cup with batter, you should get about 12 muffins.
6. Bake for 25-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in middle comes out clean.
7. Enjoy.

Notes:

I like to sprinkle raisins and crushed pecans on top of a few.

Chicken Meatballs {Kid Approved} + {AIP}

“These meatballs are delicious” are the words I hear from my little ones every time I make these super simple meatballs. They are easy to make, healthy and fit almost any dietary lifestyle. I always make extras to keep in the fridge for an easy protein snack or to whip up a quick meal.

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Chicken Meatballs

♡ 1 pound organic free-range ground chicken
♡ 1 tbsp ground flaxseed (omit for AIP)
♡ 1/2 tsp sea salt
♡ 1/2 tsp dried oregano
♡ 1/2 tsp dried basil
♡ 1/4 tsp garlic granules

Instructions:
1. Preheat oven 350° and line large pan with parchment paper.
2. In large bowl, combine all ingredients. Either utilize a fork or your hands to mix thoroughly.
3. Form into 16 balls and place on sheet pan.
4. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
5. Enjoy.