On the ‘Hunt’ for the perfect Easter treats? Well Linwoods Health Foods have created some delicious Easter themed recipes for you to try on the easter bank holiday weekend! Perfect for entertaining, these recipes are simply delicious and packed full of goodness, perfect for all the big and little kids!
From the humble bowl of Oats to Easter Egg Nest Cookies topped with Vegan Mini Chocolate Eggs or try the Chocolate Dipped Fruit Eggs topped with Linwoods delicious Crunchy Seed clusters!
Linwoods have created three
mouth-watering recipes to try this Easter..
Chocolate Dipped “Egg” Fruit Slices Preparation Time - 10 minutes Servings - 10 Ingredients • 1 large ripe mango • 2 large kiwis • 4 - 5 large strawberries • 100g dark chocolate, roughly chopped • Linwoods Clusters Directions 1. Peel mango. 2. Peel Kiwi if desired or you can leave the skin on! 3. Slice the kiwis, strawberries and mango into egg shapes using a sharp knife. 4. Melt the chocolate using 30 second increments in the microwave. 5. Dunk the fruit slices in the melted chocolate, place onto a baking paper lined tray or plate. Sprinkle with clusters of choice before the chocolate sets. 6. Store in the fridge for 24 hours, but ideally eaten on the day of making!
Easter Egg Nest Cookies Preparation Time - 15 minutes Cooking Time - Nada Servings - 8 - 10 Ingredients • 80g maple syrup • 80g coconut oil, melted • 130g smooth smooth peanut butter or almond butter • 20g cocoa powder or raw cacao powder • 30g Linwoods Flaxseed, Cocoa and Mulberries • 130g porridge oats • 20g desiccated coconut • 80g dark chocolate, roughly chopped • Vegan chocolate mini eggs Directions 1. Whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, peanut butter and cocoa powder in a large bowl. 2. Add the oats, flaxseed, and coconut and mix well to combine. 3. Divide the mixture into 10 even balls. Flatten and shape into cookies in a large plate or tray that will fit in your fridge. Place into the fridge to firm up for at least an hour. 4. Melt the chocolate in the microwave using 30 second increments. 5. Place a generous tsp or two of the chocolate in the centre of each cookie. 6. Place mini eggs in the centre. Return to the fridge to firm up for 20 minutes. Store in the fridge for up to one week.
Simple Oats Preparation Time - 5 minutes Cooking Time - 3 - 10 minutes Servings - 2 Ingredients • 1 cup (100g) of jumbo oats • 2 cups (500ml) of non dairy milk or a mixture of milk and water • 2 heaped tbsp Linwoods Meno Ligna • 2 tbsp maple syrup • Berries, peanut butter and toasted seeds for topping! Directions 1. Mix together the oats and milk in a pot over a medium heat. Bring to the boil and then simmer for 5 - 10 minutes. Stir in the flax and maple syrup. 2. Alternatively cook in the microwave for 2 - 3 minutes. 3. Serve topped with more Meno Ligna, berries, peanut butter and toasted seeds.
Linwoods are leaders in Health foods who aim to enhance the health and wellbeing of all their customers through nutritiously dense, healthy foods using the finest organic quality ingredients and sustainable production methods. For more great recipes and information on Linwoods products, linwoodshealthfoods.com
Slán go fóill,
Danny