Happily Cooking

Skip to Recipe Few days ago, I came across an article that stated how snacking behavior has been reshaped by the current pandemic. It mentioned how with the full force of Covid 19, most people have found themselves snacking more often than they were before the outbreak. Truly, most of the time when we are stuck indoors feeling bored, the calls of the fridge are hard to ignore and we tend to snack on unhealthy foods. It can be quite a challenge to find quick yet nutritious snack options. When it comes to healthy snacking, energy balls or energy bites are a great option. However, the ones that are available in the market often contain high level of sugar and are not so healthy. This is one of the reasons I like making them at home as I am in absolute control of what goes in them. What are Energy Balls? Energy Balls, energy bites, or whatever you may call them, are delicious bite-sized snacks that are rolled into little balls. They are usua

Skip to Recipe Every time I go grocery shopping, I end up buying a lot of bananas. They are a healthy snack and make a nice addition to a bowl of cereal, yogurt, and smoothie. However, they do not get eaten fast enough, and in the blink of an eye, that bunch of bananas on the kitchen counter turn brown and soggy. Last week, my husband was almost going to toss them out when I said at the top of my voice, ''Don't throw them, I'm going to bake some Banana Walnut Bread''. On hearing this, his eyes lit up like a kid on Christmas morning. But this time, I wanted to make a healthier version. Made with 100%whole wheat and naturally sweetened with honey, this healthy Banana Walnut Bread tastes just as flavorful as the regular one. This Banana Walnut Bread is moist, soft, and so addictive - best of all, you can enjoy it without all the guilt! One bite, and you’ll be hooked! Ripe banana is the star of this r

Skip to Recipe Breakfast is one of my most loved meals of the day and especially when I already have a delicious make-ahead meal that takes the stress out of busy mornings. When it comes to healthy breakfast ideas, Healthy Banana Oats Muffins , Blueberry Chia Seed Pudding and Healthy Morning Glory Muffins are a few of my favourites. Granola is a popular breakfast cereal that is loaded with the goodness of rolled oats, seeds and has a generous amount of pecans, almonds, cranberries, and other dried fruits. You will probably find the cereal aisles of the grocery stores with an overwhelming selection of granola in assorted flavors vying for your attention. But unfortunately, most of the brands are loaded with refined sugars, turning the healthy breakfast into something resembling a dessert. Hence, I switched to making granola at home, where I have control over all the ingredients and their proportions. And, I’ve b

Skip to Recipe Though chia seeds have been there in the market for a pretty long time, it was only a few years ago that I came to know about them from an article. Initially, their consumption was limited to smoothies, but when puddings made with chia seeds came popping up on my Instagram feed, I knew it was time for me to give it a try! And to my surprise, it turned out awesome, and I was hooked. When the temperature rises, our breakfast staple oatmeal takes a backseat and enters CHIA SEED PUDDING. Filled with wholesome ingredients, this creamy Blueberry Chia Seed Pudding is a healthy, nourishing, and satisfying breakfast that comes together in no time. All you have to do is blend, mix, and set it into the refrigerator overnight. And, you will wake up to a delicious meal ready for you in the morning with minimal effort! Brilliant, isn’t it? Scented with vanilla, cinnamon and loaded with fresh blueberries, this pudding is simply amazing! Despite

Skip to Recipe If you have been following the blog for some time, you might know how much I hate to wake up early in the morning. I am sure many of my friends would relate to it. Good news for all the night owls, and anyone who doesn’t bounce out of bed when the sun comes up, you now have a reason to love the mornings. Start your day with a fancy, delicious muffin that won't derail your diet. Morning Glory Muffins-these taste just as sweet and sunny as the name implies. They are full of everything you would expect in the bakery favorite. Brimming with whole wheat flour, carrots, apples, walnuts, and raisins-they are divine! You will love all the flavors paired together in every bite, each one complementing the other. They are moist and fluffy even with no refined flour and sugar! Whether you grab one for breakfast or snack, they’re the perfect treat to satisfy a sweet tooth. Compared to many other muffins, these

Skip to Recipe Does this sound familiar? You’ve just walked through the door after a busy day, and it’s going to take at least an hour to get dinner on the table. You have a ravenous appetite, you scurry into the kitchen to grab a bite and upon glancing in the fridge realize there’s nothing to eat. As tempting as it may be to grab that packet of chips at that moment, you will regret that decision later on. If you are looking for a tasty and healthy snack, look no further! Soft, moist, Banana Oats Muffins made without any flour, or refined sugars-these are healthy, wholesome, and so delicious. These naturally gluten-free muffins rely on regular pantry staples like oats, bananas, eggs, Greek yogurt, and honey. I have substituted the butter for Greek yogurt that makes them super moist and fluffy. These oats muffins are such an easy way to enjoy a treat without feeling guilty. Whip up a batch of these over the weekend, and

Skip to Recipe We all have been in a similar situation. After a whole day of healthy eating, when you think that you have turned a corner, the clock strikes 3 p.m, and even before realizing, you are halfway through a bag of crisps or a big block of chocolate. When it comes to healthy eating, there’s one strategy that works time and again, and that is meal prepping. It has been a life-changer for me. Amidst hectic weekday schedules, it not only saves a lot of my time but also opens a world of healthy treats that are readily available when hunger strikes. These Carrot Cake Bliss Balls take the flavors of a traditional carrot cake and turn it into a healthy snack! Packed with fresh carrots and oats and naturally sweetened with dates, these Carrot Cake Bliss Balls satisfy your hunger and give you an instant energy boost. This no-bake recipe comes together in no time and makes for a healthy and delicious snack you can grab