Gorp (aka Trail Mix)

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Skip the packaged trail mix where there are often a laundry list of ingredients and just make it yourself! Try this simple DIY trail mix which is perfect to bring on your next hike or as a grab and go snack!

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This month has been quite hectic. Work has been busier than ever, Adrain (the bf) is moving, and now I am a day late for the Recipe ReDux monthly recipe. Ahh.. life!
Adrain is moving to south jersey to start Physical Therapy school, so this week has been packing and moving. I am currently sitting on the new couch (that I assembled), sipping on coffee, and writing this post in his new apartment.
Unfortunately, I am not moving here right now. I’m not going to lie, it sucks. From going to seeing each other every day, to only once a week, is going to be a big adjustment. Fortunately, I’m only in north jersey so it’s only about 2+ hours of a trip, which I will finagle getting here as much as I can.

A few weeks ago, we went hiking at the Delaware Water Gap on the Mount Tammany, Dunnfield Creek trail. Adrain is a hiking guru and did a bunch of big hiking trips in college. Also, the website linked is awesome. It has a detailed description and pictures of exactly what your hike will be like and where to go. The guy who writes this blog and his hiking pal (his pup!) have gone on hiking trails nationwide, so definitely check it out for your next hiking trip.
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Trail mix is one of the most common hiking snacks to bring because it is calorically dense and nourishing for a hike without taking up much space in your pack. I learned some hiking terminology from Adrain. Apparently true hikers call trail mix, “gorp”. Fun fact! 

Fun Fact: True hikers call trail mix, “gorp”. Try this 4 ingredient Gorp recipe #reciperedux

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I never buy trail mix from the store. 1) because I enjoy making my own flavor combinations. 2) because in a pre-packaged trail mix there are typically overly salted nuts, sweetened fruit, and other weird ingredients.
Let’s compare my trail mix with a store bought trail mix:

My DIY trail mix:
4 ingredients
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Pre-packaged trail mix:
laundry list of (and artificial) ingredients, more sugar, less protein

Ingredients: PEANUTS, CHOCOLATE CANDY PIECES [MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, MILK, CHOCOLATE, LACTOSE, SOY LECITHIN–EMULSIFIER, VANILLIN–ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR), SUGAR, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (INCLUDES YELLOW 5 LAKE, YELLOW 6, BLUE 1 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE), GUM ARABIC, CORN SYRUP, CARNAUBA WAX, BEESWAX, CONFECTIONER’S GLAZE], RAISINS, ALMONDS, COTTONSEED OIL.
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Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse

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I’ve mentioned time and time again here on RDelicious Kitchen about my love for chocolate. Hi my name is Julie, and I’m a chocoholic. I was overly excited for this months Recipe ReDux theme.

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse - a dessert you can feel good about eating via @rdkitchen

Favorite Chocolate Matches – Does your chocolate need a friend? This month’s posting will be after Valentine’s Day, so you may have a bit of extra chocolate around. What’s your favorite chocolate match? Be it traditional peanut butter or something more exotic like cayenne + chocolate. Show us your favorite healthy chocolate combo recipe.

You can’t go wrong with pairing chocolate with peanut butter. You can find me in the kitchen at night with a spoonful of peanut butter with chocolate chips on top. (Robin & Kylie do the same! Great minds think alike 🙂 )

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse - a dessert you can feel good about eating via @rdkitchen

Each month for for the recipe redux challenge, I make a list of recipe ideas and narrow it down, closer and closer to the due date. Yesterday, I was still figuring out what I was going to make. [#procrastination at it’s finest] I wanted to try and think outside the box, but it always came back to my favorite: chocolate + peanut butter.

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse - a dessert you can feel good about eating via @rdkitchen

I actually made a rendition of this recipe with just chocolate for a valentine’s day event at work, so I know it’s a crowd pleaser. The one thing that shocked people the most is one of the ingredients .. TOFU! It mades the mousse light and airy, plus packs in protein for a dessert recipe!

The Best Overnight Oats

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Not have enough time to make a wholesome breakfast every morning? Enjoy this overnight oats recipe that you can make the night before to help power you through your busy morning. 

The Best Overnight Oats: simple & healthy breakfast
Oatmeal is one of those “stick-to-your-guns” kind of breakfast that I know will fuel me through the morning. Problem is, I don’t always have the time in the morning. I will savor that extra 10 minutes of sleep knowing I have breakfast ready to go waiting for me. I’ll even sacrifice doing my hair in the morning for extra sleep. Top buns for the win.

The best overnight oats – a simple and healthy breakfast you can prepare the night before #mealprep

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Half the time I am so rushed in the morning, I drink my coffee on the way to work and then eat my breakfast as I am returning emails and getting organized for my day.
The Best Overnight Oats: simple and healthy breakfastSkip those instant oatmeal packets. They are typically loaded with added sugar and even salt! This recipe is packed with ingredients you can feel good about. Filled with fiber & protein, it will keep you full all morning. Overnight, the oats absorb all the liquid and it becomes a thick cake batter consistency.
The Best Overnight Oats: simple and healthy breakfastYou could always heat the oats up, but I enjoy them cold. Of course this recipe can be easily adapted with your favorite fix-ins. I always like adding a little extra fruit on top. And if I am feeling a little indulgent, I’ll stir in a little unsweetened cocoa powder for a chocolate peanut butter flavor!
The Best Overnight Oats: simple and healthy breakfast

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The Best Overnight Oats

  • Author: Julie @ RDelicious Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Yield: 1
  • Category: Breakfast
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Never have enough time in the morning to make breakfast? Make these overnight oats the night before for a wholesome breakfast you can enjoy in the morning.

Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup rolled oats
  • 1/3 cup plain kefir
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 small banana, mashed
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter powder
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp ground flax seed
  • [optional] Toppings: fresh fruit, unsweetened coconut, unsalted nuts

Instructions

  1. Simple stir all ingredients together.
  2. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  3. The next morning add toppings and enjoy chilled.

Notes

Nutrition facts based on My Fitness Pal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 267
  • Sugar: 17
  • Sodium: 106
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 43
  • Fiber: 8
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 3
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What’s your go-to breakfast to keep you full and focused all morning?

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Cheesy Deviled Eggs with a Cheese Crisp

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Family and friends will love this cheesy version of classic deviled eggs.  

Cheesy Deviled Eggs with a Cheese Crisp
Growing up, I really never liked deviled eggs. I think because the traditional way is heavy with mayonnaise and I just absolutely do not like mayo.  It is just one of those foods that gives me the heebie jeebies. I don’t mind that I dislike mayo, because as a dietitian, I always encourage others to cut back on condiments like mayo and to use other substitutes like yogurt instead.
Don’t even get me started about cilantro. I think it tastes like soap. We can talk about that another day. Let’s get back to these deviled eggs. I wanted to make them cheesy, but also pop with flavor. That’s why I chose the horseradish variety for this recipe. Of course, you can always substitute with any kind of cheddar you would like. #cheddaisbetta
Cheesy Deviled Eggs with a Cheese Crisp
What’s that delicious crispy garish? Keep scrolling.. you won’t be sorry.

Cheesy Deviled Eggs. What’s different about these? Horseradish Cheddar Cheese perfection. @cabotcheese #ad

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By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe challenge sponsored by Cabot Creamery and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time. 

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Cheesy Deviled Eggs with a Cheese Crisp

  • Author: Julie @ RDelicious Kitchen
  • Yield: 12 1x
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  1. Place 6 eggs in a pot and fill with cold water, covering the eggs by an inch. Bring the water to a boil, uncovered. Turn off the heat and cover the pot. As soon as the water comes to a boil, remove the pot from heat and cover. Leave the eggs in the covered pan for 10-12 minutes. Remove from water, Chill, and peel.
  2. Cut each egg in half and scoop out the yolk into a bowl. Add the horseradish cheddar cheese, yogurt, dijon mustard, and chives. Mix well.
  3. Stuff the egg whites with the yolk mixture. Garnish with chives, a sprinkle of paprika, and a cheesy chip.
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Let’s talk about these cheesy crisps. It will change your life. Okay, maybe a little dramatic, but if you are a cheese lover you understand. 😉
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Confession: I had to make extra cheesy crisps for the pictures because I may have snacked on the first batch a little too much.
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Cheese Crisp

  • Author: Julie @ RDelicious Kitchen
  • Yield: 12 cheese crisps 1x
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Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup your favorite cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Finely grate cheddar cheese.
  3. Using a teaspoon, make 12 small piles of cheese about an inch apart on a baking sheet. (if using an aluminum baking sheet, use parchment paper)
  4. Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes until cheese has full melted and golden brown.
  5. Remove pan from oven and let cool for cheese to harden before removing from the pan.
  6. Use as a garnish, or to simply munch on!
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Don’t know what to make this weekend for Super Bowl Sunday? Welp, I think you know what you’re making now!

Pumpkin Peanut Butter Bites

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It’s pumpkin everything this time of year. When I saw Wild Friends create a new seasonal pumpkin spice peanut butter, I was so excited! I am a big fan of wild friends nut butters.

I’m not going to lie, I’ve been eating it straight from the jar with a spoon. I made energy bites with wild friends vanilla espresso flavor, so I created another energy bite recipe using this new nut butter!

pumpkin pb bites 1Perfect little bite size snacks for on the go easy snacking.
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Play around with the ingredients to create the perfect flavor for you!
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Pumpkin Peanut Butter Bites

  • Author: Julie @ RDelicious Kitchen
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  1. Add oats, flax seed, dried cranberries and pumpkin seeds in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
  2. Put pumpkin spice peanut butter and maple syrup in a small bowl and microwave for 30 seconds or until softened.
  3. Combine the peanut butter mixture with the oat mixture until combine. The mixture will be thick. Shape into tablespoon-sized balls. Store in refrigerator.

Notes

Use certified gluten free oats to guarantee gluten free recipe.

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Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

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What do you do when you have an over abundance of zucchini and don’t know what to do with it all? … Make muffins!! Double chocolate zucchini muffins that is.
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Two of my biggest nutrition tips for making healthy choices regarding muffins:

1. Make them yourself from scratch

2. Keep the size in check

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1. When you make your own muffins, you know exactly what is going in your recipe. Don’t like how much sugar the recipe calls for, simply trim the amount or use healthier swaps like pure maple syrup.
2. I always opt for the traditional size muffin tin when I am baking. Even though I am always trying to make my baked good recipes a little lighter, they aren’t a substitute for a whole meal.
For example, many grab breakfast on the go going to work in the morning. Maybe they pick up a coffee and a reduced fat blueberry muffin. One may think deciding on the reduced fat is a healthier choice, but let’s see how that measures out. Below is an example of a reduced fat blueberry muffin from a popular chain restaurant:

Just by looking at the nutrition facts, it looks like a cupcake in disguise. 410 calories!? 40 grams of sugar !? 26% of the daily value of sodium!? 10 grams of total fat!?

Scroll down a little and look at the ingredients from the muffins I made. Now scroll back up and look at the ingredients in that muffin? Have you even heard of half of those ingredients before? I’m thinking my muffins win!

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Real food. Real ingredients. (while sneaking in some vegetables!)
Pair one of these muffins with a glass of milk and a piece of fruit for a balance way to start your day! (instead of a giant sugar bomb!)

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Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

  • Author: Julie @ RDelicious Kitchen
  • Yield: 12 1x
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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil (melted then cooled – make sure it’s not hot!)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with muffin liners or grease with cooking spray.
  2. In a bowl combine the oat flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, maple syrup, eggs and vanilla.
  4. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
  5. Using a few paper towels or a cloth wring out excess moisture from the zucchini. Fold in the zucchini and chocolate chips (save some to add on top) until just combined.
  6. Fill each muffin tin and sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool for at least 5 minutes before removing from the pan. Store in an airtight container.
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PB&J Bites

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Looking for a healthy snack to power you through the afternoon? You’ve come to the right place. These full of flavor homemade PB & J Bites are similar to the store bought Larabars. Careful, they are addicting ;)
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When I was younger a peanut butter & jelly sandwich was frequently found in my lunch box for school. Now, I am a working gal in my 20’s and I still pack a peanut butter & jelly sandwich for lunch sometimes. I must say though, I am much more selective of the type of bread, peanut butter, and jelly I use.

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PB & J Bites

  • Author: Julie @ RDelicious Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Category: snack
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Homemade larabars turned into little bites. Perfect for on the go and healthy snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup roasted peanuts (unsalted)
  • 1/3 cup dried cherries (unsweetened)
  • 2 cups pitted dates
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Place nuts in food processor and pulse until finely ground.
  2. Add in dates, cherries and cinnamon. Pulse until a clump forms in the processor.
  3. Take out the mixture and either wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 min to harden, or you can start making your bites right out of the food processor.
  4. Form into 30 small balls. Wrap them with plastic wrap and put in fridge for later snacking.
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I determined a theory in college if snacks were good on-the-go kind of snacks. It was called the “backpack test”. If my snack managed to be still okay by the afternoon getting jostled around my backpack all morning and getting smushed between books then it passed. I’ve made these plenty of times in college because these PB&J Bites passed the “backpack test” with flying colors. Now it’s not so much the “backpack test” but more of a “giant professional bag turned into everyday bag turned into everything I ever need” kind of bag! haha 🙂