Healthy Recipes using Puffed Spelt

Puffed Spelt Breakfast Bowl

Start your day with a nutritious breakfast bowl featuring puffed spelt, fresh fruits, and a drizzle of honey for sweetness.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup puffed spelt
  • 1 banana, sliced
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, layer the puffed spelt at the bottom.
  2. Top with sliced banana and blueberries.
  3. Add a dollop of Greek yogurt, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle chia seeds on top.

Puffed Spelt Energy Bars

These homemade energy bars combine puffed spelt with nuts and dried fruits for a perfect on-the-go snack.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups puffed spelt
  • 1 cup mixed nuts, chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, mix puffed spelt, chopped nuts, and dried cranberries.
  2. In a saucepan, heat almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour the almond butter mixture over the dry ingredients, mix well, and press into a lined baking dish. Refrigerate until firm, then cut into bars.

Savory Puffed Spelt Salad

This refreshing salad combines puffed spelt with roasted vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup puffed spelt
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell pepper with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast for 20 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine puffed spelt and roasted vegetables.
  3. Drizzle with lemon juice, toss gently, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Puffed Spelt Pancakes

Fluffy pancakes made with puffed spelt, perfect for a healthy weekend brunch.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup puffed spelt
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix puffed spelt, baking powder, and cinnamon.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together almond milk and maple syrup.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then heat coconut oil in a skillet. Pour batter to form pancakes and cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.

Puffed Spelt Veggie Burgers

These hearty veggie burgers incorporate puffed spelt for added texture and nutrition, perfect for grilling.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup puffed spelt
  • 1 can black beans, drained
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Whole grain buns
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mash black beans and mix in puffed spelt, corn, onion, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into patties and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Grill the patties for 5-7 minutes on each side, then serve on whole grain buns with your favorite toppings.

Puffed Spelt Trail Mix

A nutritious trail mix combining puffed spelt with nuts, seeds, and dried fruits for a perfect hiking snack.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup puffed spelt
  • 1/2 cup almonds
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine puffed spelt, almonds, pumpkin seeds, dried apricots, and dark chocolate chips.
  2. Mix well and store in an airtight container for a healthy snack on the go.

Puffed Spelt and Berry Parfait

Layered parfait with puffed spelt, yogurt, and mixed berries for a delightful dessert or breakfast.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup puffed spelt
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
  1. In a glass, layer puffed spelt, Greek yogurt, and mixed berries.
  2. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, then drizzle with honey on top.
  3. Serve immediately for a refreshing treat.

Puffed Spelt Stuffed Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of puffed spelt, vegetables, and spices, baked to perfection.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved
  • 1 cup puffed spelt
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix puffed spelt, diced tomatoes, black olives, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the halved bell peppers with the mixture, place in a baking dish, and bake for 30 minutes until the peppers are tender.

Puffed Spelt Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in these healthier chocolate chip cookies made with puffed spelt for a delightful treat.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup puffed spelt
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix puffed spelt, almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until combined.
  2. Fold in dark chocolate chips and scoop onto a baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden, then cool on a wire rack.

Puffed Spelt Soup Topping

Add a crunchy topping to your soups with this simple recipe using puffed spelt, herbs, and spices.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup puffed spelt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss puffed spelt with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
  3. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until crispy, then use as a topping for soups.