Recipe: Alegrias de Amaranto

Traditionally, Alegrias are made with amaranth, honey or agave. The recipe that I'm sharing with you today is packed with protein, antioxidants, and just plain goodness.

Cinco de Mayo Alegrias de Amaranto
Serving: 16 squares

2 1/2 cups Amaranth Puffs (I used these)
1/2 cup Pumpkin Seeds
1/3 cup Raw Honey
200g  Unsweetened Baking Chocolate (I used Camino's)
a pinch of Cinnamon
a pinch of Cayenne pepper or Chipotle pepper (I used Chipotle for a deep rounder spice) - Optional

Melt chocolate in a double boiler simmering to avoid burning the chocolate. Once chocolate starts melting, add honey and stir to incorporate them. Add cinnamon and your choice of pepper and stir.

Remove bowl from double boiler and start mixing in 1 cup of the amaranth puffs. Once completely mixed, add pumpkin seeds and the rest of the amaranth puffs.

Scoop out mixture into a 9x9 glass baking pan and spread the mixture out over the pan and press down with your hands or spatula.

Place baking pan in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or until set hard).
Remove from the fridge and cut the bars as you desire. I cut it into 16 squares.

Store in the fridge.

What's in My Morning Smoothie

Blueberries and Raspberries

Blueberries - antioxidant protection, brain health, good source of fiber.

Raspberries -  antioxidant protection, heart health, antimicrobial properties.
 

Hemp Seeds

Essential fatty acids, anti-inflammatory properties, good source of fiber and protein.

Irish Moss

Calcium, iodine, sulphur, and potassium as well as Vitamins A, D, E, F and K. 

Raw Cacao

As stated on Navitas Naturals' website:

"Cacao contains a naturally rich supply of antioxidants, and is also an excellent source of dietary fiber. In addition, cacao is known to be one of the highest dietary sources of magnesium, contains an impressively high iron content, and also possesses many other essential minerals in significant quantities."

Maca

As stated on Navitas Naturals' website:

"Maca has long been used to increase stamina, boost libido, and combat fatigue for good reasons. The root is a superb adaptogen, as it enables the body to more easily adapt to and regulate stress factors imposed upon it. Studies have also identified four alkaloids present in maca, which are known to nourish the endocrine system (the system in the body which is responsible for the production and maintenance of hormones). Maca root is a highly nutrient-dense whole food, as it is packed with vitamins, plant sterols, many essential minerals, amino acids and healthy fats. This is a particularly powerful and balanced food for athletes and those who are looking to combat stress or increase stamina."

Wheat Grass 

Promotes detoxification and highly alkalizing

I used Amazing Grass.

Honey
Raw/Unpasteurized, antimicrobial and many healing properties

I buy mine by the bucket!

Water

Filtered water using my Mavea pitcher.

Vitamix

This is by far the best investment I've made! 

I use it every day, multiple times a day.

Cheers!

A delicious morning smoothie that keeps me satisfied and energized.

I like to sip mine using my Strawesome glass straw. 

What's your favourite morning smoothie?