New Year’s resolutions have come and gone, and if you find yourself stuck in a fitness rut, this challenge is for you! Join the Muscle Madness Challenge on YouTube and get ready to transform your muscles in just two weeks. Starting March 4th, I’ll be sharing short, effective workouts that will sculpt your body and boost your confidence.
All the workouts are 30 minutes or under and will only need dumbbells or minibands, or no equipment at all! I’ll provide the motivation and guidance to help you break out of your comfort zone and kickstart your fitness journey.
What you’ll get:
Short, effective workouts that you can do in 30 minutes or less
Minimal equipment of dumbbells or minibands (perfect to do at home)
Motivation and guidance to help you reach your goals
A supportive community of challengers to help you stay on track
🎉PRIZE GIVEAWAY🎉
Complete the challenge by midnight March 31 for a chance to win a FREE MONTH to my Allyfit Tribe digital studio app! To qualify, either comment on the final video that you completed all 8 workouts or send me an e-mail to confirm at: Allison@allyfitatl.com
Are you ready?
Join the Muscle Madness Challenge on YouTube! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel and follow the Muscle Madness playlist so you don’t miss a single workout!
Welcome to my FIRST Cooking with Ally healthy recipe series!
Do you ever get stuck in a meal or snack rut and craving something delicious but still healthy? I have the PERFECT snack for you! These banana mini muffins are the perfect grab-and-go snack, adorable addition to lunchboxes, and satisfying treat for any time of day. But for those following a gluten-free or grain-free diet, finding delicious and healthy mini muffins can be a challenge. Fear not, friends, because almond flour comes to the rescue!
These Gluten-Free Almond Flour Mini Muffins are not only incredibly easy to make, but they’re also bursting with flavor and packed with a surprising amount of nutrients. Almond flour, the star ingredient, is naturally gluten-free and a great source of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. Plus, it adds a delightful moistness and subtle nutty flavor to these muffins.
Ready to Bake Up a Batch?
The recipe for these Gluten-Free Almond Flour Mini Muffins is simple and requires minimal ingredients. You can easily whip up a batch in under an hour, making them perfect for busy mornings or last-minute cravings.
So ditch the store-bought, gluten-filled options and embrace the goodness of homemade. Bake up a batch of these nutritious and delicious mini muffins, and enjoy a guilt-free treat that your taste buds and body will thank you for!
Bonus Tip: These mini muffins freeze beautifully! Bake a double batch and store them in the freezer for a quick and convenient snack anytime. Just pop them in the microwave for a few seconds to warm them up before enjoying.
Watch the full recipe!
Almond Flour Banana Mini Muffins
Ingredients
1 1/2 large ripe bananas
1 large egg
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp melted coconut oil
¾ tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup almond flour
¼ cup tapioca flour (or cassava powder or arrowroot powder)
¾ tsp baking powder
¾ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp sea salt
**Optional: Add chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a muffin tin with muffin papers. If you don’t use muffin liners, lightly grease the muffins holes with coconut oil or spray with cooking spray.
Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until they are creamy. Note: if you would like to make the batter in a food processor or a blender, feel free to do so by simply blending all of the ingredients together until combined.
Add the eggs, pure maple syrup, oil, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix the wet ingredients until well-combined.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, tapioca flour, baking powder, cinnamon and sea salt and stir until combined.
Pour the dry ingredients into the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix well until a thick banana bread batter forms. If you’re adding chocolate chips and/or chopped nuts, do so now!
Transfer the banana bread batter to the muffin tray, filling the holes 2/3 of the way up.
Top with the remaining chocolate chips and place in the oven to cook for 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition
1 mini muffin is a serving (roughly 1 ounce):
Calories: 25
Carbohydrates: 2.5g
Fat: 1g
Protein: .4g
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Craving those crispy, golden nuggets but worried about the deep-fryer blues? Fear not, nugget lovers! Your trusty air fryer is here to the rescue, transforming your favorite childhood treat into a healthier, guilt-free masterpiece. These air-fried beauties are bursting with flavor, packed with protein, low in fat and high in protein, making them the PERFECT snack or light meal for the entire family!
As good as fried chicken is, why ditch the deep fryer? Traditional methods pack a punch of unhealthy fats and oils, but this air fryer recipe uses just a touch of avocado oil to achieve that irresistible crunch without the greasy guilt. Plus, it’s faster and easier than ever, leaving you more time to savor the deliciousness.
Ready to whip up these nuggets of goodness? Here’s the recipe:
“No Fry” Healthy Chicken Nuggets
Serves 4
Ingredients:
1 ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2-3 tablespoons Cassava Flour or all-purpose flour
1 large egg
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon Ranch seasoning ( I use Trader Joe’s)
Freshly ground black pepper
Avocado oil spray (or whatever oil spray you prefer)
Instructions:
Cube and season your chicken: Cut the chicken into ¾-inch cubes, season with ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper, then prepare your dredging station with flour, egg, and seasoned panko.
Dredge like a pro: Coat the chicken in flour, dunk it in the egg (letting excess drip off), and finally, give it a good roll in the panko mixture, pressing to make sure it sticks. Repeat with all the chicken.
Air fry to perfection: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Spray the basket with olive oil and cook the nuggets in batches for 5 minutes each, shaking halfway through.
Serve and savor: Enjoy your crispy, healthy nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce – hummus, ranch dressing, or avocado crema are all excellent choices!
Nutrition per serving
Calories: 240
Fat: 7 grams
Saturated Fat: 1 gram
Cholesterol: 60 mg
Sodium: 250 mg
Carbohydrates: 21 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Sugar: 1 gram
Protein: 30 grams
These air fryer chicken nuggets are a healthy way to satisfy your cravings and fuel your body with good-for-you ingredients. Get creative with your seasonings and feel free to experiment with dipping sauces!
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