Coconut Archives - Strength and Sunshine

Purple Sweet Potato Yogurt Breakfast Bowl (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Paleo)

January 2, 2019 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 23 Comments

Add some color to your breakfast! This dairy-free Purple Sweet Potato Yogurt Breakfast Bowl isn’t just vibrant and fun, but gluten-free, vegan, paleo, and allergy-free! A healthy, nutritious, and kid-friendly recipe that you can customize with add-ins and toppings to appease anyone’s tastes!

I’ve heard you loud and clear! You want healthy, quick and easy breakfast options that fit your family’s hectic lifestyle and dietary needs! Don’t fret! The breakfast queen has you covered! As you’re setting new year’s resolutions, I bet you’re thinking about eating healthier and skipping breakfast, resorting to packaged granola bars for the kids, rushing out the door, and just guzzling coffee yourself is no longer a viable option. Can 2019 be the year of “Better Breakfasts”? I say it can!Read More

Sweet Cherry Coconut Breakfast Polenta (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)

August 29, 2018 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 33 Comments

A quick & easy, 3 minute breakfast recipe that’s warm, healthy, and delicious! A Sweet Cherry Coconut Breakfast Polenta that’s gluten-free, vegan, and top 8 allergy-free! Instant polenta cooked right in coconut milk with added pops of fresh cherries, simple and all in one pot!

I am all about a sweet, warm bowl of hot cereals and porridge in the morning. I eat my fair share of cold cereal and pancakes, but a cozy warm bowl of goodness always sets up the day for success too! Sweetness and carbs are my only requirement in the morning. I’ll save any savory options for dinner (or should I say “brinner”)? Okay, and I also need breakfast quick! When I say it’s time to eat…it’s time to eat!Read More

Air Fryer Toasted Coconut French Toast (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

March 26, 2018 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 95 Comments

The healthiest way to make French toast for breakfast! Air Fryer Toasted Coconut French Toast made without the oil and is a gluten-free, vegan, & top 8 allergy-free recipe you’ll love! No soggy bread and only 4 ingredients to crisp coconut perfection!

O, French Toast. I think I’ve finally conquered humanity’s biggest struggle with French toast. We’ve discussed the whole “soggy bread” thing multiple times on Strength and Sunshine, so you know my feelings about it. But wait! We never have to deal with subpar French toast EVER again! We all can reclaim French toast as “TOAST” and now soggy, mushy, squares of sadness! Crisp and ready to be dosed with maple syrup (the only thing that should have the ability to make French toast soggy).Read More

4-Ingredient Homemade Mounds Bars (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Paleo)

February 28, 2018 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 72 Comments

A homemade candy bar recipe that couldn’t be easier! 4-Ingredient Homemade Mounds Bars! This copycat coconut and chocolate treat is gluten-free, vegan, paleo, top-8 allergy-free, much healthier without the junk, but still delicious!

Homemade candy always has a special place in my heart. Actually, candy (period) has a special place in my heart. I was never a big candy eater, but I did have my favorites that I always enjoyed on those “candy-centered” holidays like Halloween, Easter, Valentine’s day. You could always please me with an Almond Joy or Mounds bar. Chocolate-covered, sticky sweet coconut? Yes, please, I will gladly accept!Read More

Vegan Coconut Coffee Breakfast Shake (Gluten-Free)

February 12, 2018 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 76 Comments

A satiating and hunger-crushing recipe for the best Vegan Coconut Coffee Breakfast Shake! When you’re rushing out the door, but still need morning fuel to keep you going all day, this gluten-free, healthy high fat, sneaky protein smoothie is just what you need (with a caffeine kick)!

I hear it all the time, “There’s no time for breakfast!” or “I don’t eat breakfast”. INSANITY! One of the most important things for productivity and focus is to eat (or drink) some breakfast. It doesn’t have to be the exact moment you wake-up. I typically eat breakfast about 4 hours after I’ve risen for the day and gotten my workout and some work done.Read More