10 Summer Snack Ideas

We spend hours outdoors in the summer time and the heat just seems to sap my appetite. 

I've compiled some quick and tasty (and of course clean and healthy) recipes that I love to have on hand for an easy snack to keep our energy levels up in these hot and steamy Florida months. (Because truthfully, summer here is 6 months long.)

Lemon Blueberry Scones

These are my favorite NEW concoction. I've been reworking my favorite (unhealthy) scone recipe for a year now, and I do believe I've finally hit the nail on the head. I'm so happy to share with you. 

I'm especially happy to share these because they are so allergy friendly - egg-free, dairy-free, grain-free and refined sugar-free.

2 1/2 cups blanched almond flour

4 tablespoons coconut flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 cup melted butter or coconut oil (if you use coconut oil, they will have a slightly coconut flavor)

3 tablespoons ground flaxseed

4 tablespoons water (or more if not mixable)

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1 tablespoon vanilla

3 tablespoons honey/maple syrup

2/3 cup fresh blueberries (It really does need to be fresh because frozen blueberries release liquid as they bake and affect the baking.)

Combine all the dry ingredients and then combine all the liquid ingredients and mix together. Add more water, a teaspoon at a time until mixture is not crumbly, but it will be thick. Fold in blueberries. This dough will be very, very thick, but it should not be crumbly and dry.

Butter or oil your favorite baking sheet and scoop 2-3 inch drop scones onto pan about 2 inches apart. If pieces are falling off, push them in, but try not to perfectly form these. They bake better if not handled too much.

Sprinkle with coconut sugar so that they crisp up in a lovely way.

Bake at 350 F for 12-15 minutes.

Allow to cool for 5-7 minutes and enjoy warm, or cool completely and enjoy later.

So delicious!!!!

Homemade Granola with Yogurt and Fresh Fruit

Mix together:

3 cups oats

1 1/2 cups almond flour

1 tablespoon cinnamon

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/3 cup flaxseed (optional, but soooooo tasty)

1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (optional)

1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

In a separate bowl, mix together:

5 tablespoons melted butter/coconut oil

1 tablespoon vanilla

1/2 cup honey

1/4 cup maple syrup

Pour liquid ingredients over dry ingredients and mix together. Dump into a buttered or oiled sheet pan and spread out. Bake at 300 degrees for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.

Allow to cool and add any dried fruit you desire.(craisins, raisins, etc.)

Store in an airtight container.

Then, when you're feeling the urge, serve with yogurt and fresh fruit for a lovely summer breakfast or snack. 

Oatmeal Jumble Bars

3 cups uncooked oatmeal

1 1 /2 cups almond flour

1 cup coconut sugar

3/4 cup melted coconut oil

1/4 cup almond butter (or other nut butter)

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 cup fresh/frozen berries or fruit preserves.

Combine all but the fruit.

Dump 1/2 the mixture into a buttered 9x13 dish and press down. 

Sprinkle fruit or spread preserves over the bottom layer.

Then crumble remaining oatmeal mixture over the fruit.

Bake at 350 F for 25-30 minutes.

Allow to cool and cut into yummy yummy bars!

Enjoy anytime.

Cookie dough dip

(This one is not original with me. I borrowed it from Chocolate Covered Katie. It's pretty amazing along with fresh fruit. You can check out the original recipe here: Healthy Cookie dough dip

Blend in food processor until smooth:

1 can drained chickpeas

scant 1/4 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons vanilla

1/4 cup nut butter of choice (peanut butter is our favorite)

1/4 cup oats or unsweetened coconut flakes

3-4 tablespoons honey (to taste)

Mix in 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips.

Enjoy with fresh fruit.

Fruit and yogurt popsicles

1 cup plain greek yogurt

1 cup fresh fruit pureed (peaches, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, mango)

3 tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon vanilla

Combine vanilla, yogurt, and honey. 

Then layer yogurt and fruit by tablespoonfuls in popsicle mold.

Freeze for 5-6 hours or overnight and enjoy a delightfully protein packed treat anytime.

No bake cookies 

I loved finding this recipe a few weeks ago. They are truly satisfying, unlike their overly sugary cousin we're probably all accustomed to. 

Again, these are not original with me, but they're too good not to share.

The original recipe is here: Coconut No-Bake Cookies

1/2 cup coconut sugar

2 tablespoons almond milk

3 tablespoons coconut oil

2 tablespoons cocoa powder

1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

1 cup old fashioned oats

1/3 cup natural peanut butter

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

1/2 teaspoon salt

Combine coconut sugar, almond milk, coconut oil and cocoa in a saucepan. Bring to boil and boil for 1 minute. Stir in peanut butter and vanilla and then add remaining ingredients.

Drop by small spoonfuls onto wax paper and place in refrigerator/freezer to speed up the process of them setting up.

Once set, enjoy anytime, but keep stored in the refrigerator. 

Frozen blueberries and grapes

Seriously, these are the best, easy, refreshing treat.

Wash and remove stems and freeze in containers to enjoy anytime.

Fruit-infused water

Add a few sliced strawberries or raspberries to your ice water.

Add a few fresh mint leaves or an orange, lime, or lemon slice.

I like combining mint leaves with some fruit.

Mint and Melon Fruit Salad

5 cups cubed watermelon

2 cups fresh blueberries

2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

11/2 cups kiwi or cucumber, sliced

Mix 2 tablespoons fresh chopped mint, 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice and 2 tablespoons honey and pour over fruit and toss to combine. 

Frozen Chocolate covered bananas

1 bag 60% cocoa dark chocolate chips

Firm, but ripe bananas (size of slices determines how many bananas you use)

Cover a pan with wax paper.

Melt chocolate chips till just melted.

Slice bananas and cover completely with melted chocolate and remove to wax paper. Space bananas out and place in freezer. Once set, remove bananas and store in freezer to enjoy anytime. 

Hope you guys find a treat or two to enjoy soon.

I'd love to hear what you try.

<3 Amy