Steeple Squigs Coconut Granola
Crunchy, sweet and packed with protein and healthy fats
Crunchy, sweet and packed with protein and healthy fats
The American Heart Association's revised position on coconut oil may be new, but the logic behind it is old.
Bake a batch of these granola bars today, and you'll have a healthy breakfast ready and waiting for you throughout the rest of the week.
If you're looking to amp up the flavor of your favorite healthy frozen treats, try this super simple technique.
Have dinner on the table in 15 minutes, thanks to this speedy curry featuring sweet, quick-cooking scallops and fresh green beans.
"In our family," the celeb mom and cookbook author says, "kanom krok is a tradition that is passed down from mother to daughter."
From kitchen mainstays like oil and milk to vegan innovations like dairy-free yogurt, the versatile coconut plays a ubiquitous role. Go nuts for coconut products in this editor-curated collection of clean finds of tropical origins.
We sat down with the creator behind “Nature’s Cereal,” the viral internet phenomenon featuring a berry-filled breakfast. Read to the end for a new twist on the recipe from the creator himself!
With plenty of fiber to slow down the release of sugar from the dates, these quick-assembly bars provide lasting energy and are a grab-and-go breakfast treat.
This epic layer cake with a thick, buttery coconut icing will be the centerpiece of your Easter table this year.
This curry with chicken, lentils and a variety of warming spices to bring the heat can be made entirely in advance and simply heated up when you’re ready for it.
Intensely flavored with a blend of anti-inflammatory spices including turmeric, cinnamon, ginger and garlic, this fragrant curry with healing powers will warm you up from the inside out.
Turmeric gives these muffins both a beautiful, vibrant color and an anti-inflammatory boost. For a comforting and convenient breakfast, quickly reheat muffins in the toaster oven or microwave.
Coconut, chocolate, dates and a punchy blend of spices — cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and nutmeg — make for a memorable chai chocolate cake.
These easy scones are made without traditional flour, making them the perfect gluten-free breakfast (or brunch) treat.
Tender beef, aromatic spices and rice noodles all cook in the same pot in this easy soup. Garnished with fresh bean sprouts, basil, cilantro, jalapeño and shaved onions, it’s a great combo of hearty and fresh, all in one bowl. For even more heat and color, serve with sliced chiles over top.
Corn and zucchini are sweet partners in golden fritters with a salty edge from tangy feta cheese. They’re great for nibbling with cocktails or for kicking off a family-style brunch. Remember that the more liquid you squeeze out of the grated zucchini, the crispier the fritters will be, so don’t skip that step.
If you’re a cheesecake fan, this goat cheese tart will make you fall in love all over again. The tangy filling is topped with a simple but elegant compote featuring fresh blackberries and figs.
Indulge — just make it mini. These teeny buns have all the sweet, cinnamon-laced appeal of their bigger cousins, but sub in a less- rich Greek yogurt drizzle for the traditional cream cheese frosting. They’re also gluten-free!
Called the “tree of life” by the many cultures, the coconut palm provides both sustenance and shelter to communities around the world. While we once thought of the coconut as a fuzzy, hard food that was lacking in taste, over time we’ve discovered many delicious and nutritious ways to prepare this popular nutriment. Known for being a rich source of dietary fiber and for naturally enhancing the flavors of other foods, coconut chips are a healthier alternative to sugary snacks for many reasons. Of the many brands that sell coconut today, we’ve selected four different varieties as our top picks. Check them out below!
Let the kid in you jump for joy over this luscious banana loaf that the grownup in you can whip together in 10 minutes flat. For best results, use very ripe bananas.
With an ultra-short ingredient list, these indulgent chocolate-dipped macaroons are gluten-free, grain-free and Paleo-friendly.
These hand-held blueberry treats are the perfect way to start your day.
Few can resist the call of pumpkin spice! These grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free whoopie pies with their cinnamon-cream centers are a hit with all ages.
This dreamy dessert uses the magic of cashews to replicate the taste and richness of cream cheese. You’ll end up with extra Date Caramel Sauce to serve on the side, or keep for another use (such as with pancakes the next day).
There's no fruit that screams holiday like cranberries. A classic clafoutis gets a holiday spin with cranberries and orange which lend just the right amount of sweetness and acidity.
Our version of coconut shrimp has a crunchy coating of fiber-rich coconut flour with unsweetened coconut flakes and toasty whole-wheat panko bread crumbs. Breading and freezing the shrimp raw ensures they will be perfectly cooked inside with a crispy crust. Omit the sriracha in the pineapple dipping sauce if you prefer less heat.
Avocado takes a walk on the sweet side as the star ingredient in this rich and creamy twist on a key lime pie.
Move over cupcakes, healthy donuts are the new sweet treat in town. You won’t believe how delicious and healthy these baked donuts are. Made with coconut flour and coconut sugar and iced with a creamy chocolate cashew frosting, these will be a crowd pleaser at kids’ birthday parties and dinner parties. You’ll definitely want to double or triple your batch!
With billions of probiotics in every serving, coconut yogurt is one of the biggest health trends of the year for good reason. Enjoy a bowl of this gut-friendly, dairy-free treat with one of these top picks.
Say aloha to a family favorite. Naturally sweetened with monk fruit, this clean pineapple upside down cake is the perfect clean treat.
Treat your family to the flavors of the tropics. The coconut-spiked caramel sauce becomes a sweet sauce over grilled plantains. Serve over vanilla ice cream for a delicious sundae any day of the week!
Whether you like ’em rolled, folded or stacked high, go for these grain-free crepes that are made without any sweeteners.
Most pancakes are so high in carbs that you need to snooze before lunch, but this version made with almond and coconut flours and no sweeteners contains only 12 grams of carbs per serving.
We’ve remade classic coconut shrimp without the traditional white flour and bread crumbs.
You’ll love every morsel of this savory bread made with almond and coconut flours. Rolling it in Parmesan and additional za’atar before baking gives it a punch of flavor reminiscent of traditional garlic bread. It’s best served warm, so reheat leftovers in a toaster oven.
Yes, you can still have avocado toast on keto – if you use our low-carb loaf made with nut butters and coconut flour. The leftover bread is delicious toasted and buttered, for sandwiches or made into French toast.
These crisp shrimp get a nutritional boost from flax in the coconut mixture that coats them, and make a delicious, Thai-inspired entree standing on their own or paired with kasha, pearled barley or wild rice.
This stir-fry boasts energy-boosting B vitamins from broccoli, red bell pepper and Swiss chard. Get even more zeal from the iron-containing shiitake mushrooms and shrimp.
Any morning is glorious when this loaf is ready and waiting. It’s grain-free and packed with good-for-you ingredients, but the coconut butter glaze almost takes this breakfast into dessert. Remember to use coconut butter, not coconut oil, for the glaze.
Pancakes take a savory turn with this almond and cornmeal version topped with black bean salsa and a drizzle of cilantro-infused yogurt.
Meet your new favorite brownie: With cocoa powder, chunks of dark chocolate and toasted hazelnuts, these are uber decadent (and just happen to be gluten- and grain-free!).
Miss the feeling of unwinding with a glass of wine after a long day? Try this mocktail with zingy ginger and tart pineapple blended into a base of hibiscus tea.
While you can’t have conventional deep-fried French fries during the Whole30 challenge, you can have these heart-healthy wedges. Whether you prefer to bake or fry them, both options are compliant.
No need to give up on crispy chicken while doing the Whole30 – you just have to make it with compliant ingredients. Use the spicy marinara as a dipping sauce or smother it over top.
Shredded carrots and parsnips are seasoned with curry powder in these no-fuss fritters. You can shallow fry them in avocado oil or bake them. Pair them with a sauce for dipping, if you like.
Homemade meatballs that use coconut flour as a binder get simmered in a hearty tomato sauce and served on a bed of cauliflower rice.
Naturally sweetened with maple syrup, these marshmallows are a fun, fluffy snack. Boosted with collagen, these sweet treats can help improve gut, joint, bone, and blood vessel health.
This pumpkin pecan bread combines delicious fall flavors for an irresistible snack. It’s packed with pecans and warm spices that complement the pumpkin.
Light and fluffy, these triple coconut pancakes are easy to make.
Perfect on any salad, this vinaigrette is zesty and and light.
Beets give these patties their earthy flavor while freshly cooked black beans and quinoa add a meaty texture.
Robyn Youkilis didn’t set out to remake her mom’s classic honey cake. She shares how she stumbled upon the recipe by happy accident.
This simplified version of classic Puebla mole – a smooth, savory Mexican cocoa-based sauce – gets a boost from mild dried ancho chile peppers, which are known as poblano when fresh. Serve on tortillas with all the fixings or over brown rice.
Passover macaroon recipes aren’t hard to come by, but most contain refined white sugar. We’ve remade the traditional dessert using maple sugar and raw honey instead. If you want to get fancy, after scooping the mixture onto the pan, pinch the tops to give them a pointed look.
Discover how to shop and consume coconut products more responsibly so you can continue to reap all the nutritional benefits knowing that your selections are green and ethical.
Attention all chocolate lovers: These crunchy granola bars pack in tons of chocolate favor, plus whole-grain oats and almond butter keep you satisfied long after snack time.
These no-bake fudges are super simple to prepare: Just prep and freeze until ready to savor!
This easy-to-make no-bake fudge will satisfy that sweet tooth without all the sugar.
These muffins are a delicious combination of carrot cake, banana bread and oatmeal muffins, all in one bite.
This gorgeous tart uses coconut milk for its luscious, non-dairy filling and peanuts for a flavorful crust without using wheat flour.
This is no ordinary loaf! For a gluten-free bake, we turned to green banana flour, which is traditionally used in Jamaican and African cuisine as a replacement for wheat flour.
Leafy greens, versatile cauliflower, crunchy seeds and nuts – this seasonally-inspired bowl is everything you need for fall.
This latte gets its bright hue from spirulina, an incredibly nutrient-dense blue-green algae that's rich in antioxidants, chlorophyll, beta-carotene, iron, vitamin K, amino acids and the fatty acid gamma-linolenic acid (GLA).
A staff favorite, creamy coconut milk and zesty lime commingle for a soup that will transport you to the tropics.
Skip the sugar-laden pumpkin spice drinks at coffee shops. Made with spinach and almond milk, this smoothie is a vitamin powerhouse that will give you a solid start to your day.
Full-fat coconut milk is key to achieving the luscious creamy texture that’s often lacking in dairy-free puddings. For a pop of color, sprinkle with curls of lemon zest, mint or berries just before serving.
The term “breakfast cookie” might sound like a devilishly delicious oxymoron, but we’re not kidding around with these good-for-you jumbo cookies. They’re made with protein-rich almond flour and pecans and naturally sweetened with maple syrup for an easy, grab-and-go breakfast.
Fruity popsicles made with coconut milk are drizzled in dark chocolate and sprinkled with your choice of toppings for a customizable and cooling summer treat.
When you have a luscious recipe like this one, it’s easy to understand why mango is one the world’s most popular fruits. Use super-soft mangos, as the riper the fruit, the better the pudding.
These almond flour scones have the consistency of a muffin, but the shape of a scone. The quick peach jam adds a fruity flavor punch.
Stone fruits like peaches are great for grilling – they’re meaty enough to hold up to the heat and the sugars caramelize beautifully on the grates. Most dulce de leche recipes use dairy, but ours uses full-fat coconut milk instead.
For an extra dose of flavor, we looked to vadouvan, a mild French-style curry powder that usually contains shallots and garlic. You can find it at specialty spice shops and online, though any mild curry powder will work.
A creamy ginger and lemongrass–infused dressing makes this bowl a tropical treat, while hemp hearts and toasted unsweetened coconut add a bit of crunch.
Did you know that raspberries are high in fiber? One cup is higher in fiber (at 8 grams) than the same serving of grains such as cooked whole-wheat spaghetti and brown rice!
Cacao is a superfood that provides a mood-boosting, energy-enhancing effect by triggering the release of the “love drug” neurotransmitter phenethylamine (PEA), which also helps improve focus.
Chia seeds are tiny powerhouses filled with omega-3s, fiber, protein and antioxidants. Thanks to the protein and fiber they contain, chia seeds can help keep you satiated throughout the day.
This easy, plant-based breakfast will last up to four days refrigerated, so you can get out the door fast on busy mornings.
This super yummy coconut yogurt is a really simple way to get good dairy-free fats and healthy probiotics into your diet. Celebrity chef Pete Evans makes this once or twice a week and uses it in smoothies, sprinkled on top of paleo muesli or eats it straight out of the jar.