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Coconut Muesli Clusters
Recipe courtesy of “Atkins: Eat Right,
Not Less”
Active time: 10 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8

Olive oil spray
1 cup plain protein powder
1/2 cup unsalted sunflower or
pumpkin seeds
1 cup whole raw pecans
1 cup unsweetened whole flake Light Bites for
shredded coconut
1/2 cup chia seeds or
ground flaxseeds
1 tablespoon stevia Healthier Holidays
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon coconut oil
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Heat oven to 350 F. Line large baking sheet Fmadness than merrymaking. when snacks are on the mind – as it
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In large bowl, mix together protein can be difficulties for hosts and guests to make and won’t undo the nutritious
powder, sunflower or pumpkin seeds, alike to ensure proper nutrition is still efforts you’ve made throughout the day.
pecans, coconut, chia seeds or flaxseeds, top of mind. This full menu of tasty recipes is
stevia, cinnamon and turmeric. Instead of sacrificing taste or eating part of the Atkins low-carb lifestyle,
In large skillet, combine coconut oil, less, aim for simple changes that give a long-term, healthy eating approach
peanut butter and vanilla extract; melt you the energy to power through the focused on high-fiber carbohydrates,
completely then stir in nut mixture. Turn busy season. For example, instead optimal protein and healthy fats. The
heat off and add eggs and water, tossing of opting for a carb-loaded breakfast plan also aims to reduce levels of
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spread mixture in layer about 1/2-inch thick. Chocolate Protein Muffin, which and the “hidden sugar effect,” – when
Bake 10-15 minutes until mixture starts takes just a few minutes of prep and carbohydrates convert to sugar when
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clusters. Cool completely on baking sheet leaves you with ample opportunities your body does.
then store in airtight container, refrigerated, to run errands or divvy up precious Find more ways to live healthier
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