After walking by the Trader Joe’s Pumpkin granola for the 5th time this weekend, I vowed to myself to STOP vowing to myself that I’d make pumpkin granola….and JUST MAKE IT!!!
I saw Allie’s awesome looking Pumpkin Coconut Pecan Granola pumped up with flax seeds, but all I had was this big bag of CHIA seeds from Bob’s Red Mill (which I won in BRM’s giveaway).
Yup, the brain juices got a churnin’, and let’s just say I’m not 100% ready yet for chia pudding (unless someone makes it yummy for me) but chia granola?? Bring it!
Vegan Cocoa Pumpkin ChiaNola!
Adapted from Pumpkin Pecan Granola II at Live Laugh Eat
I modified the recipe according to what I have in my pantry, but I also wanted to lighten it up and unsweeten it a little…plus add in a favorite mix-in of mine – puffed wheat!
Ingredients:
Dry
- 2 cups rolled oats (I used 1 cup spelt flakes, 1 cut rolled oats)
- ¾ cup puffed wheat cereal
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp ground pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tbs unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup chia seeds (I used Bob’s Red Mill black chia seeds)
Wet
- 1/4 cup pumpkin butter
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup agave nectar
- 1/2 tbsp almond extract
- 1 Tbs coconut oil
- 1/8 cup vanilla almond milk (or another milk/liquid of our choice)
(*Optional*) Ground Mixed nuts or Dried fruit to mix in at the end
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Cover a baking tray/sheet with cookie sheet or foil.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the wet.
3. Mix the wet into the dry and coat evenly.
4. Pour granola mixture on tray and place into oven. Bake 50 minutes on top rack, stirring every 10 minutes to make sure granola doesn’t burn.
5. Remove from oven and toss in nuts/dried fruit. If you’re feeling naughty, drizzle extra agave over the top and mix to coat granola evenly.
Meet Bob’s Red Mill Chia seeds…
Chia is an ancient Grain that is quite possibly the most nutrient-packed seed EVER. It has:
- Over 5X the calcium of milk
- More Omega-3 than flax!
- Contains 3g of protein & 5g dietary fiber in just one 70-calorie tablespoon
- Is Gluten-free & lactose-free
- Chia can absorb many times its weight in liquids, giving a feeling of satiety, and hence keeps hunger at bay.
- You can use chia as a thickener or egg replacer in recipes!
Bob’s Red Mill grows chia by passionate farmers dedicated to sustainable farming methods to produce clean and nutritious chia of the highest quality!
***4 WINNER GIVEAWAY***
PRIZE: 4 winners will receive 1 16oz bag of chia seeds from Bob’s Red Mill!
Here’s how to enter:
- Leave me a comment with a Bob’s Red Mill product you’ve never tried but would like to OR your favorite BRM product (1 entry – but mandatory!)
- Comment/leave me an idea of how you’d use your chia seeds (1 entry) and if you include a recipe, you get 2 extra entries!
- Post about this contest on your blog and leave me a comment that you did. (+3 EXTRA entries!)
- TWEET about this giveaway with a linkback to this post (+1 Extra entry)
DID I mentioned odds of winning are HUGE??? Seriously, 4 winners?! (sorry, just had to put that out there)
Giveaway ends Friday March 19th midnight CST!
Lucky Taste Buds! 
That granola looks SO good…and better than the TJ’s one which is dry in a “this is blatantly low fat” way 😦
Wow – I would LOVE to win some chia seeds!!! I haven’t tried them yet. Another product I’d like to try would be the Bob’s Red Mill Pearl Barley 🙂
I’d use the chia seeds in oatmeal!!!
The Bob’s Red Mill product I’d like to try but never have would actually be chia seeds. I can’t believe I’ve never had them!
I tweeted too!
Here’s an actual chia recipe I’d like to try!
Chia Pudding (serves 1-2):
1/4 whole chia seeds
1 c almond milk (or other non-dairy milk)
1 banana (optional – if your milk is unsweetened)
2-3 dates, pitted (optional – if your milk is unsweetened)
a few dashes cinnamon
a pinch of salt
chopped fresh fruit to top (optional)
Place the chia seeds in a bowl or covered container. If using the banana and/or dates, blend them in a food processor or blender with the milk, cinnamon, and salt. Pour this mixture over the chia seeds and stir well. Let it soak on the counter for at least 10 minutes until thickened, or cover and soak in the fridge overnight. Stir again before serving, and top with fresh fruit and another dash of cinnamon or spices.
I included a recipe – 2nd entry 🙂
I posted on my blog – entry 1
http://foodfotosandfun.blogspot.com/2010/03/check-out-my-guest-post-at-trading-up.html
Posted on blog – entry 2 🙂
http://foodfotosandfun.blogspot.com/2010/03/check-out-my-guest-post-at-trading-up.html
Posted on blog entry 3!!
http://foodfotosandfun.blogspot.com/2010/03/check-out-my-guest-post-at-trading-up.html
My favorite Bob’s Red Mill product is their steel cut oats. A friend of ours raved about them once and gave us a bag to try. Now we buy it whenever we can 🙂
If I win the chia seeds, I’d definitely put them on my oatmeal, and I’d also try to incorporate them into my cookie mixes!
I have never tried their Organic Brown Rice, but I would love to!
I like to use chia seeds in my smoothies, in my oatmeal, and to make chia pudding.
thanks for sending me this way! that granola looks AWESOME! i love bob’s xantham gum and oat bran. i also love the soy protein powder.
My favorite product is their gluten free vanilla cake mix!
I would put it on oatmeal.
I would love to actually try this product. I keep hearing about chia seeds, but I haven’t gotten any to try out.
I would put them in muffins or even with a whole wheat pasta and veggie dish.
Fantastic granola recipe! I like their steel-cut oats for my morning bowl of goodness.
Don’t forget to come enter my giveaway too!
oh my gosh I’ve been DYING to win some chia seeds and finally see what the rage is all about! pick me pick me 🙂
also, i just made a quiche with bulgur crust…I’m thinking a good recipe would be a quiche with a bulgur + chia seed crust…maximum nutrient value!
I’d actually really like to try the chia seeds – I can’t seem to find them anywhere!
I would add chia seeds to by oatmeal – thicken it up a bit!
I tweeted!
I’d try this product from Bob’s Red Mill : Organic Scottish Oatmeal
I never tried chia seeds but I’d tried in oatmeal
I twitted : http://twitter.com/thescorpiowoman/status/10284631377
Chia seeds in pudding with almond milk or some sort of milk. Also as a soup thickener
I really want to try the Gluten Free Flour!
I just bought a bag of their tvp, but I haven’t tried it yet
I want to try some of BRM granola! Of course, I also want to make this granola; it looks yummy.
Favorite way to use chia seeds: In Averie’s (loveveggiesandyoga.com) Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding. I make it at least 3 times a week!
I’ve been wanting to try some of their baking mixes for a while, specifically their shortbread cookie mix. I love shortbread!
I’ve been dying to try some chia overnight oats so that’s probably what I would use them for.
damn girl! i just came over to say hi and that i missed you and i happened to pop in at giveaway time! what fun 🙂
but anyways how are you!? i’m sorry i’ve been so mia! things are cuhraaaaazed here!
I tweeted (@runningkyfilly)
Obviously I would love to try the chia seeds but also their veggie soup mix. I would use them in place of flax for my granola that I always use. YUM.
I would love to try the chia seeds. They also have some interesting flours that could be fun to bake with.
I haven’t tried any of their products, but looking I think their rice or grits looks good! I just saw this company on the news for splitting it up and giving it away to the employees instead of selling when he wanted to retire!
About the Amazing Grass – both my cousin and I noticed no headaches, but Johnny still is getting headaches. He isn’t taking it regularly though. I’m not 100% sure it would “cure” migraines, but it definitely did for me! I’d hate for your bro to get his hopes up and it not work for him!
Tweeted! http://twitter.com/DinnerAtXtinas/status/10293015428
Ive never tried chia seeds!
Id make the puddings i see all over the blog world
I LOVE Bob’s Red Bill Ground Flax seed-whenever I use it on my toast, it automatically fills me up!
I would love to try these in my oatmeal with some almond butter and bananas because I see this all over the blogs and want to know what all the rave is about!
I’d like to try Bob’s amaranth – never made it myself before!
I’d make a simple chocolate chia pudding, and here’s the recipe:
3 tbsp chia seeds
1 cup of hemp milk (made by blending 1 tbsp hemp seed with 1 cup water)
1 tbsp raw cacao powder
agave or stevia to taste
Mix all ingredients together thoroughly, let sit for 10 or so minutes, and enjoy!
I tweeted! @raw_candy
i’d make chia pudding!
linked back:
http://theactorsdiet.wordpress.com/giveaways/
i’d like to try their steel cut oats. i do love oats!
I’ve never tried (or heard of) chia seeds, but I’d love to try this recipe for Vegan Cocoa Pumpkin ChiaNola. I have an awful sweet tooth and I’m a true chocoholic, but I’m trying to eat heather and this seems like a healthy snack to have around.
Wow there’s so many good options!! But I’d love to try the Apple Cinnamon Granola because I love apples and cinnamon!
I’m kind of boring and would use the chia seeds in my oatmeal! But if I had a bigger supply I would find some new creative uses for sure.
I would love to try their “gums!” (like xanthur)
❤ jess
xoxo
i love wheat berries and i bet brm’s would be great!
i’d use chia seeds in cereal, oatmeal, and maybe this chia pudding i’ve heard so much about!
i tweeted! @carrothead
i love bobs red mill’s chia seeds! i think i’d like to try their oatmeal.
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog! That granola looks amazing!
fave bobs would be their GF Oats
i use chia in my protein bars
and the recipe for 2nd entry is here
http://www.loveveggiesandyoga.com/2010/01/vegan-peanut-butter-choc-chip-protein.html
tweeted it baby!
Oh wow – too cool!
I would totally love to try their bean soup mixes. Or even those cake mixes. Ooooh, how about pizza?! =D
We use Bob’s Red Mill gluten free all purpose flour all the time. Great stuff!
I’d use the Chia seeds to make more of our yummy Rawified Pumpkin Pie http://glutenfreeveganfam.blogspot.com/2010/03/rawified-pumpkin-pie-nut-free-vegan.html
I tweeted @fayinagirl
Linked back!
http://www.healthforthewholeself.com/2010/03/what-i-ate-2102010/
I want to try BRM chia seeds. I’ve never had chia seeds in general.
Since I’ve never tried chia seeds, I dont know what they would be good in but i’ve seen quite a bunch of chia puddings which looks good!!
i linked back on my blog
I LOVE me some chia seeds! Great giveaway, Michelle! Thank you!
I would like to try the organic oat groats. I keep reading about them and they sound really interesting. But, I would try anything from BRM!
Your granola looks amazing! You would have to lock that stuff away or else I would eat the whole tray in one sitting 🙂 And then I would have to eat a bag of salty potato chips after to curb my post-sweet salt tooth!
I like sprinkling chia seeds on my oatmeal, because I really enjoy that gooey texture. But, I’m also a big fan of using chia seeds as an egg substitute. I made some muffins with chia seeds as an egg substitute here:
http://healthychow.com/2009/11/27/buzzy-banana-pumpkin-muffins/
Thanks Michelle!
I would make some chia pudding!
1/4 cup chia seeds
1 cup vanilla almond milk
combine and let sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes
You could throw in some goji berries, cocoa powder, cocoa nibs, fresh fruit, or whatever sounds good!
My favorite Bob’s Red Mill product is the xanthan gum, mostly because that’s the only one I have tried! And I was so excited to finally find it!
I’ve never even tried a Bob’s Red Mill product! I’ve had my eye on his steel cut oats and oatbran lately though…I’ve heard great things!
– Ava
I’d definitely add the Chia seeds to my oatmeal, but I’d also like to try this recipe for Pumkin-Chia Seed Muffins:
http://www.oprah.com/food/Pumpkin-Chia-Seed-Muffins
And that granola looks delicious 🙂
– Ava
hey girl!
i would actually love to try the chia. i tried it for my first time from the bulk bins at my health food store but then they stopped carrying it!!! what the heck!
– rebekah
and as far as what i’d use it for, it would have to be
chocolate chia pudding – http://ohsheglows.com/2009/08/18/repair-and-recover-vegan-chia-pudding/comment-page-1/.
why? three reasons… chocolate. pudding. healthy.
need i say more?!?
annnnnndddddd here’s my post on my blog –
http://clarityincreation.blogspot.com/2010/03/chia-giveaway.html
thanks for this opportunity!!!
– rebekah
I use BRM flaxseed every morning in my oatmeal. I’d love to try chia seeds, though. Their nutritional profile looks great, and I’ve heard so many good things about them from around the blogworld. One thing I’d love to try making is chia seed pudding (this recipe is from Gena’s blog):
Gena’s Basic Chia Pudding (yields 3-4 servings)
3/4 cup chia seeds
1 1/2 cup almond milk
Tiny dash salt
Stevia and vanilla extract to taste
Simply mix the ingredients together, and let them rest for a few moments. Stir the mix well with a fork every five minutes or so.
I linked on my blog
http://foodmakesfunfuel.com/2010/03/10/jokerz-and-gardens/
Where in the world did you find those Bobs chia seeds?!? I haven’t been able to find them anywhere! I would love to win them – the one product I haven’t tried but have wanted to is their coconut flour!
Chia seeds!!! *Swoon* Please enter me! In addition the chia seeds, I would also like to try Bob’s Red Mill’s Hulled Hemp Seeds. Yum!
Here’s the recipe that I want to try first —
Chia Chocolate Brownies:
16 oz almond butter
4 Tbsp chia seeds (soaked)
1 c agave
1 Tbsp vanilla
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 c chopped chocolate
Blend all ingredients except chocolate together until smooth. Fold in chopped chocolate. Bake in greased 9 x 13 pyrex dish at 325 for 35-40 minutes.
2nd recipe entry — see above. Thanks!
Love to win! My favorite product is the oat bran! Can’t go wrong with it ever!
I’d love to use it in puddings..maybe a really good carob pudding before I work out for extra energy!
http://www.mybreakfastblog.com/2010/03/crumbs-for-birds.html
Linked it up!
YUM to that granola – I think you should include some of THAT with the prizes 😀
I’ve actually never tried Bob’s Red Mill Chia Seeds (I’ve tried others, just not BRM) 😀
I would LOVE to use them to bake some delicious breads and/or muffins. I am thinking like a lemon Chia seed muffin or cupcake 😀
I’ve never tried the Bob’s Red Mill Chia seeds but would love to give them a try, as well as any of their GF baking mixes!
I am dying to try chia oats!
1-2 tbsp chia seeds soaked in 1/4 cup almond milk, overnight
In the morning cook oats (1/3 cup oats or oatbran + 1 cup almond milk/water), then stir in the chia gel to thicken oatmeal. Sweeten with cinnamon and raw honey.
I am dying to try chia oats!
1-2 tbsp chia seeds soaked in 1/4 cup almond milk, overnight
In the morning cook oats (1/3 cup oats or oatbran + 1 cup almond milk/water), then stir in the chia gel to thicken oatmeal. Sweeten with cinnamon and raw honey.
Entry #2
Great giveaway, I’ve been dying to try Chia seeds after reading so much about them on blogs! I love Bob’s Red Mill’s Flaxseed Meal and add it to my oats/oat bran and smoothies daily!
Linked your giveaway from my blog: entry #1
http://thevegster.wordpress.com/2010/03/11/spring-break-catch-up/
For an extra 2 entries, I found a great recipe for a Chia Vegetable Stir Fry:
Allan’s TIME > Health > Edna’s Tips > Chia Seed Recipe Ideas
Chia Seed Recipe Ideas
by David and Edna Allan
We love to put two tablespoons in with a high quality orange juice each morning and let it set for 15 minutes or so to gel; then chew your drink and savor the flavor. Because of the mild flavor of chia it can go in about any recipe. The following link has some fun ideas and good information: http://www.mychiaseeds.com/ Grinding it seems to assist the assimilation. One can eat the sprouts, which undoubtedly adds to the nutritional value. Because it gels so well, it can be used as an egg substitute – like in cornbread, custard, etc. One of our friends used it as the thickener in raspberry jam, and it tasted wonderful. Here are some samples of some web recipes:
Chia Rice Salad
3 cups cooked brown rice and Basmati rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic (diced)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2-1 teaspoon rosemary (fresh or dried)
1/2-1 teaspoon oregano (fresh or dried)
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup chia gel (see chia gel recipe)
1 zucchini (julienned or thinly sliced)
1 tomato (chopped)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese or a cheese substitute (rice or soy cheese, etc.) (optional)
Place rice in a large bowl. Combine oil, lemon, garlic, salt, herbs in jar, and shake well to mix. Pour over rice and lightly toss. Cover and let cool. Stir in vegetables and sprinkle on cheese or alternative cheese. Serve.
Chia Vegetable Stir Fry
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons dry chia seed
1-2 tablespoons ginger root (minced)
3-4 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
3 tablespoons tamari
1-2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (optional)
3/4 cup water (filtered)
2-4 cups kale (coarsely chopped)
2 carrots (thinly sliced)
1/2 onion (sliced)
1/2 bell pepper (thinly sliced)
3 oz mushrooms (your choice)
2 tomatoes (chopped)
5 cups cooked brown rice (or brown basmati rice)
Ib a large wok or skillet, saute ginger & onion in oil over medium heat until softened (approximately 3 minutes). Add tamari, rice wine vinegar, and water. Stir fry for additional 3 minutes. Add vegetables, garlic, tomatoes, and chia seeds. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender, but still firm. Stir occasionally. Serve over rice.
Linked your giveaway from my blog: entry #2
http://thevegster.wordpress.com/2010/03/11/spring-break-catch-up/
Linked your giveaway from my blog: entry #3
http://thevegster.wordpress.com/2010/03/11/spring-break-catch-up/
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/the_vegster/status/10338483114
ahh you’re the best! i’ve been wanting chia seeds for ever but no stores in my area carry them. i love brm’s golden flax seeds. i eat them every morning. soo good!
i linked to your giveaway here:
http://sweettreatsandveganeats.blogspot.com/2010/03/curry-of-things-to-do.html
i’d probably make chia seed pudding using this recipe:
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1/2 cup vanilla almond milk
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1 packet stevia
1 tablespoon dark chocolate cocoa powder
just mix it up and refrigerate for a while. great nutrition plus yummy chocolately pudding? yes please!
i have never tried any of bob red mill product, I would however LOVE to try the chia seeds!
New to Chia seeds (like this week) but loving the benefits thus far. Would love to learn about recipes and ways to use Chia. Oh and yes, want to win some free Chia seeds.
I have been telling my friends about the benefits of Chia Seeds all week.
S
i LOVE bobs red mill products, currently I am obsessed with teh wheat bran and want to get my hands on some steel cut oats!!!
if you read my blog, you KNOW I use chia seeds every single morning in my oatmeal! I don’t know what I would do without it! I really want to try the bobs red mill brand because I love the quality of their products
I tweeted!! onefitfoodie @LuckyTasteBuds I want to win chia seeds! https://luckytastebuds.wordpress.com/2010/03/10/chia-giveawayx4-cocoa-pumpkin-chianola/
I am dying to try chia seeds!! That’s what I would pick!
The BRM product that I want to try is the CHIA! I think I am the only person left in blogworld who has not yet tried chia 😉
I’m dying to try chia seeds having seen them all over the blog world.
I HAVE to win because iv not been able to find them anywhere in scotland
Thanks for this awesome chia seed giveaway! My favorite BRM product is a tie between their ground flax seed meal or the buttermilk pancake mix. I would love to try their oats sometime!
Twittered about it!
Red Mill now also made Chia seeds??? they are really popular now 🙂 my next try will be their steel cut oats, using your slow cooker way 😀
I’ve never tried the chia seeds and would love to! I’ve also never tried the hemp seeds! Must rectify this immediately…
Also, I’d put them in everything possible – my oatmeal, my smoothies, just have them as a delicious snack… 😀
Hi!
Among all the Bob’s Red mill products, I would love to try the Chia Seeds!
I would use it to make a chia seed pudding!
Here’s a recipe I want to try:
Averie’s Raw Vegan Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
2 Tbsp Chia Seeds
1/2 c Nut or Seed Milk
2 Tbsp Agave and/or Stevia to taste
1 Tbsp Cocoa Powder
1/2 Tsp Vanilla Extract
Combine all the ingredients
Stir all the ingredients together and leave on countertop for 20 minutes. Use a whisk if necessary & it may seem like all that chocolate will never dissolve, but it will. And the results will be so worth it.
Come back to it 20 minutes later and stir again, or wait 4hours.
I inclueded a recipe
entry #2
I linked you back!
http://babyvanilla.wordpress.com/2010/03/09/baby-food-meets-oatmeal/
I linked you back #2
http://babyvanilla.wordpress.com/2010/03/09/baby-food-meets-oatmeal/
I linked you back #3
http://babyvanilla.wordpress.com/2010/03/09/baby-food-meets-oatmeal/
Ohh my favorite product is Oats..I know sad right, but I LOVE THEM! Theirs get all fluffy and perfect
I want to make chia pudding!!
I have spread the good word! http://runtothefinish.blogspot.com/2010/03/awesome-and-not.html
SUCH a good idea to make the granola on your own, rather than buying it! This way you can have it whenever you want, and it’s much cheaper.
My FAVORITE BRM product is their oat bran! But I also like their flaxseed, and have NEVER tried their chia seeds! In fact, I have never tried chia seeds before,. crazy huh??
RECIPE: Oatbran, chia seeds, 1 T peanut butter, a dash of milk and some frozen berries. YUM!
I’ll post about this on tomorrow’s blog post!
Gosh he has such great things…..anything would be great but if I had to pick one it would be the chia seeds!
Love your granola recipe….Never made granola probably should.
I would love to win some chia seeds – it’s a product I’ve never tried!
I would try them in my oats or in my Greek yogurt!
I would love to try BRM’s spelt flakes!
I love BRM’s buckwheat pancake mix! I don’t even need to add anything to it besides water, it’s delicious.
Thanks for checking out my blog!
I would use chia seeds as sprinkles for banana soft serve! I also love it in anything with yogurt as it gels up really nicely.
Here’s a recipe, I’d make these energy bars for long runs!
http://www.nomeatathlete.com/chia-energy-bars/
I tweeted your giveaway!
My favorite BRM product, or at least the one I use most often, is ground flax meal. I put it in everything from smoothies to baked goods to oatmeal!
Hey Michelle,
I just posted about this giveaway on my blog post for today. Thanks again!
http://healthychow.com/2010/03/12/getting-ready-for-take-off/
Have an awesome weekend!
-Nicole
I’m looking for creative ways to use chia seeds…I’ve only tried them with oats.
Chia seeds…. well I think if I were to make something with them it would be a chocolate chip cookie of some sort 🙂 Your granola looks so amazingly tasty.
Lets see, I have never tried this product from Bob’s and I would like to! The Bob’s product I buy most regularly is actually their cornstarch. They guarantee their products are non-GMO – and it is hard to find an inexpensive cornstarch with this guarantee!
I’m with you – not a chia pudding fan – but chia muffins!
Here’s my recipe – http://www.godairyfree.org/200706121489/News/Nutrition-Headlines/Ch-ch-ch-chia-Muffins.html
I would LOVE to try their 10 grain hot cereal…yum! Great giveaway!
Oh and no, there are NO hidden secrets for egg drop soup. Literally just whisk the eggs together and then SLOWLY pour them into simmering or boiling water and within about 3 seconds you have something impressive! You should definitely try it! 🙂
I would love to try one of Bob’s hot cereals, I never have but have read about them on blogs a lot.
I would use the chai seeds in my oatmeal…
the recipe would be quite simple…my favorite combo:
1/2 cup oats
1 cup skim milk
a mashed banana or large handful of blueberries
1 TBS chai seeds
1 TBS fresh ground almond butter
all heated on stove until it starts to bubble. very filling breakfast!
i have to say that chia seeds are the product i’ve always wanted to try!
i would love to use chia seeds to make puddin’!
Thanks for trying out the recipe! I think oil is definitely the key to making it taste great. You don’t need a lot, but it makes such a difference.
I would like to try spelt flour! I’ve never baked with it.
Um, don’t enter me, I have zero interest in chia seeds. Hee. Just wanted to say: the granola looks freaking awesome with REAL pumpkin in it! Too often, I come across “pumpkin” granola only to find that it’s been spiced with pumpkin spice, and that’s it. Maybe a few pumpkin seeds. That’s not the same!
I would like to try Bob’s Spelt Flour. I bought a bag of it, I just haven’t gotten around to baking anything yet. Also, I would like to try Chia seeds.
I’ve never tried BRM Organic Amaranth Flour.
oh boy that looks good! I’m going to have to try pumpkin in granola if I can find it in the store. I’m a big fan of chia seeds and BRM. My absolute fav is their muesli which is perfection! I mostly use chia seeds in smoothies and of course muesli because it makes it nice and puddin’ like 🙂
I tweeted 🙂
also posted on my recent post!
I love Bob’s Red Mill Cornmeal!
Here’s my Chia Paste I use on all my long runs and love it. Great energy, no GI distress, all natural and WAY cheaper & better for you than pre-made bars and gels:
Toast about 1/4c-1/2c cornmeal (depending on how much you want to make)
(when toasting, just put cornmeal directly in skillet over med-high heat and watch/stir carefully. Takes 5-10 minutes. When its lightly brown, its done)
Mix water into cornmeal, just doing 1 tsp at a time until its a thick paste consistency
Add the following (amounts can be varied per your taste & personal choice for paste consistency)
1 tbsp Chia seeds
1 tbsp Almond Peanut Butter (or nut butter of your choice)
1 tbsp Honey (or Agave nectar)
1 tbsp dry Oatmeal
1 tsp dried cranberries chopped up
1/2 tsp cinnamon
You can eat right away but I like to roll it into tbsp size balls & refidgerate to give it a little more shape. I then put the balls in a mini-ziplock (the kind you get at the drugstore for pills) & take them on my run.
If you prefer a more brownie or cookie-like type texture, bake at 350 for about 10 minutes.
I love Bob’s 5-grain hot cereal. I eat it every morning!
What a yummy looking recipe! Granola is one of those things on my list that I still really want to make time and just MAKE IT!! Maybe if I win some of the BRM chia seeds, I could try out yours!
I LOVE chia in my green monsters! yuuuum
Holy yum that granola looks devine! I love BRM’s 10 grain hot cereal. There’s so much good stuff going on in just one bowl of that.
I used chia seed in my corn pancakes.
1/4 cup cornmeal + 1/4 cup soymilk + 1 tsp chia seed mixed together and let it sit for 5-10 minutes stirring every so often.
Smash a banana and combine it with the mixture above (add any spices you want… cinnamon was good). Heat your skillet, coat with olive oil spray and cook it off. So good!
Whoa! I get BRM’s big bags of quinoa!
I would use the chia in my morning smoothie!
I’d love to try their Quinoa!
And the chia seeds would go great in my Green Monster!
I really like Bob’s 5 grain hot cereal.
I’d probably put the chia seeds in my oatmeal.
I have never tried Chia seeds and I would love to!! I can’t believe all the health benefits. I love Bob’s Red Mill products. This ChiaNola looks great!
I would use these chia seeds in my Baked Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal:
Baked Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal {with Flaxseed}
about 8 servings
source organic ingredients when available
2 Cups Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
1/2 Cup Ground Flaxseed Meal
1 Tsp Baking Powder
1/2 tsp Salt
2/3 Cup Plain Pumpkin
1/2 Cup Egg Whites or 2 Whole Eggs with Yolks
1 Tbs Pure Vanilla Extract
Milk Choice: 1 1/2 Cups, I used Unsweetened Vanilla Soy, you can use equal amount of Rice, Dairy or Almond Milk here.
Sweetener Choice: I used 1 Tbs NuNaturals powdered Stevia. You can also use about 1/3 cup Maple, Agave or Brown Sugar. Sweeten to taste, you can always add more later after cooking.
Spices: 1 Tsp of the following
Ground Cinnamon
Ground Ginger
Ground Nutmeg
1/4 Tsp Allspice
Cooking Spray
METHOD:
Pre heat oven to 350˚ F. Spray pan with oil.
Mix oats, spices, salt, baking powder and flaxseed in a bowl
Mix pumpkin, milk, sweetener and eggs in another bowl. If you are using whole eggs, you can whisk them before you add them to the bowl.
Combine all ingredients together and stir well.
Spread mixture evenly in a 8 x 8 glass baking dish.
Bake for about 20 minutes until oatmeal has cooked through.
This is best enjoyed straight out of the oven. Top with nuts, dried fruit and some extra milk. Enjoy!
This oatmeal can be stored in the fridge in an air tight container for a few days. Reconstitute with extra milk or water to make creamy.
http://www.familyfreshcooking.com/blog/2009/11/21/baked-pumpkin-pie-oatmeal-with-flaxseed/
I just tweeted this great giveaway!!
I have not tried this Chia product at all and would love to!
Just tweeted this giveaway 🙂
i’d love to try BRM chia seeds!!!! they don’t seem to have them ANYWHERE in my town.
i’m a fan of their flaxseed meal already. :o)
i’d for sure try to make tarahumara pinole with chia seeds, and iskiate. running fuel! i’m reading christopher mcdougall’s “born to run” book right now…
Linked in my blog!
http://shellsintheocean.blogspot.com/2010/03/thirty-first.html
i would love to try the gluten free chocolate cake mix
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I linked back
i forgot to leave the link to where I linked.
http://www.ericarunning.com/2010/03/weekend-round-up-314.html
My favorite item is their flax seed meal. But it could very well be chia seeds!!
I’d love to try the BRM Muesli! And of course the chia seeds, since I’ve never had them before!
Linked back your giveaway!!http://gethealthywithheather.wordpress.com/2010/03/15/veggie-sunday/
I haven’t tried chia seeds yet and would love to.
Chia seeds are my favorite thing ever! YES PLEASE!
i’ve never tried the bob’s red mill chia seeds!
i’d use my chia seeds in oat bran and smoothies.
I’ve actually never tried any Bob’s Red Mill products, so I’d love to try the chia seeds!
I would like to use the chia seeds in my oatmeal! mmm.
I would like to try everything! But if I had to pick one I would choose the barley.
I would try the chia seeds in my granola and oats!
i’ve never tried chia seeds before *gasp*, so i would love to try BRM’s and i would add them to my oats to fluff them up!
oh i put 2 entries in that comment… whoops! i would add them to my oatmeal 🙂
tweeted! http://twitter.com/liltiff917/status/10649152723
I would love to try the organic spelt berries.
I would add the chia seeds to my oatmeal as well as sprinkle some on my yogurt.
I’d really like to try Bob’s Red Mills Apple Cinnamon Grains hot cereal! Sounds delicious!
Wow.. this is sounds so good.. Eating oatmeal is not really bad instead I love it..:)