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I love this grain-free blueberry bread! I crave summer and this bitter cold has made me crave it even more. I am so happy to have access to frozen blueberries so even though it’s the dead of winter, I can still bake with them!

My first attempt at this recipe was a semi-fail. I was going off of the grain-free banana bread recipe I posted last week and though it would need more liquid to compensate for not having bananas in it. I added 1/2 cup milk to it and there was way too much moisture. It took a long time to bake and fell apart when cutting. We ate it in bowls with vanilla ice cream and it was divine! That’s why it was only a semi-fail! 🙂

Working with coconut flour can be tricky. You have to get the moisture right or the end result will either be too dry or too wet. My second attempt yielded a moist bread that did not fall apart as easily. My taste testers said try number two was the winner!

Can you make these into muffins? I don’t know because I haven’t tried. If I do, I will update with the results. 

I add gelatin hydrolysate to everything I can. It doesn’t gel but it does add nutrients to whatever it is added to. 

As always, for your convenience I have included links in the recipe for where to buy ingredients easily. 

​Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl mix coconut flour with the remaining dry ingredients and add eggs.
3. Add applesauce, vanilla, maple syrup (or honey), and coconut oil.
4. Mix thoroughly and let sit for about 5 minutes.
5. Smooth out any lumps and gently fold in blueberries (batter will be thick).
6. Scoop into prepared loaf pan and bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean (mine took 1 hr 15 mins).
7. Remove from oven and allow to cool on a baking rack.
8. Serve warm, at room temperature or chilled.
9. Goes well paired with fresh whipped cream (or coconut milk whipped cream) or homemade ice cream!

I love the balance of flavors from the vanilla and almond extracts along with the rich sweetness of the blueberries and maple syrup. It’s the perfect combination for the perfect breakfast, snack or dessert.

Want more recipes that contain blueberries? Take a look at these!
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• Paleo Blueberry Banana Bread from The Skinny Pear
• Whole Wheat Blueberry Muffins from Five Little Homesteaders
• Quinoa Blueberry Mini Loaves  and Ice Cream Cookies from Scratch Mommy
• Spectacular Blueberry Scones  and Real Food Blueberry Muffins from Real Food Girl: Unmodified 

​Be nourished. Be happy.
Enjoy!

On those crazy, hectic days when you’re feeling drained and don’t have the energy or time to make a healthy snack, don’t settle for the vending machine.
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Instead, whip up a batch of these delicious dark chocolate blueberry oat protein balls for an easy pick-me-up that will keep you feeling satisfied for hours.

Bonus, these protein balls packed with ingredients that can help relieve stress!

Oats help the brain produce serotonin, a hormone which creates a soothing feeling to overcome stress.

Studies have shown one to two ounces per day of dark chocolate can significantly improve mood and mood chemicals in the body. Make sure to use dark chocolate with at least 70 percent cocoa or higher to get this stress relieving benefit.
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Blueberries are high in antioxidants and help reduce cortisol levels. Cortisol is a hormone associated with stress.

The recipe doesn’t require a sweetener, but if your sweet tooth calls for it, you can add one to two teaspoons of stevia or maple syrup to taste.
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If you want a super chocolatey treat, substitute chocolate protein powder for vanilla.

Have you ever had to run off somewhere with a hungry belly and absolutely nothing healthy in the fridge or pantry to bring with you to take care of those hunger pangs? If so, these protein balls are the perfect solution.

I suggest making a batch or two and storing them in the freezer. When you’re on the run, grab a couple, and the protein balls will defrost as you run your errands. Or pop them in the microwave for 10 seconds for a warm brownie-like treat.
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You have yourself a quick, portable treat!

They’ll keep well in a BPA-free air-tight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Whip up a batch of these delicious dark chocolate blueberry oat protein balls for an easy pick-me-up that will keep you feeling satisfied for hours.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 2-4
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1. In a large bowl, make your dry mix by combining the oats, protein powder and cocoa powder. Mix well.
2. In a food processor, pulse the blueberries until pureed. Add to the dry ingredients and stir.
3. Slowly add 1/2 a tablespoon of water at a time to the mixture until it forms a sticky thick fudge consistency.
4. Using 2 tablespoons of the mix each, roll into small balls and enjoy.

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What do you like to eat when you’re on the run? Share in the comments. I’d love to know!