The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to embrace the festive spirit than by nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients?! We’re kidding – sort of. We know that the holidays are a time for indulgence, and we are all for everything that comes with the season, including the seemingly endless holiday cookies and treats. That’s why we’re here with some original EQ Holiday Recipes, and the best part? Each recipe contains our NEW Daily Nutri-Greens, a superfood powder that not only delivers your daily nutrients but also encompasses the goodness of over 35 different fruits and vegetables! In this blog post, we’ll share four delectable and nutritious holiday-themed recipes that incorporate Daily Nutri-Greens, ensuring you can indulge in the joys of the season, while getting a little extra boost from your holiday treats at the same time.

Cranberry Orange Scones

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup Equilibria Daily Nutri-Greens
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• Zest of one orange
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture and use your fingertips to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the Daily Nutri-Greens, dried cranberries, and orange zest. In a separate bowl, combine the milk and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, pat it into a circle, and cut into 8 wedges. Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Allow the scones to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Gingerbread Muffins

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup Equilibria Daily Nutri-Greens
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, Daily Nutri-Greens, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. In another bowl, mix the applesauce, vegetable oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Spoon the batter into the muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool before enjoying!

Holiday Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup Equilibria Daily Nutri-Greens
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 banana, mashed
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, mix the rolled oats, flour, Daily Nutri-Greens, baking soda, and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and mashed banana. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then fold in the dried cranberries and chopped walnuts. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool before enjoying.

Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup Equilibria Daily Nutri-Greens
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Filling: 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, Daily Nutri-Greens, baking powder, salt, and sugar. In another bowl, combine milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling. Spoon a layer of batter into each muffin cup, sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture, and top with another layer of batter. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. While the muffins cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze. Drizzle over the muffin once cooled.

Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup Equilibria Daily Nutri-Greens
• 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
• Crushed candy canes for coating

Instructions:

In a heatproof bowl, combine the Daily Nutri-Greens, dark chocolate, and coconut milk. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat, add peppermint extract, and refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll into truffle-sized balls. Roll each truffle in crushed candy canes for a festive touch, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

This holiday season, let Equilibria be your partner in wellness, helping you infuse joy and nourishment into every festive moment, and every baked good! Here’s to a season of wellness and delicious delights!