BERRY BARK
🍓FROZEN BERRY BARK🍓
Here's a yummy and simple recipe that the whole family can enjoy any time of the year.
From improving brain function to helping keep your heart healthy, berries are a wonderful way to support your overall health.
🍓Rich in Antioxidants: Berries are incredibly high in antioxidants. Antioxidants help protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals, which can lead to an increased risk of disease. Eating berries can also help protect against inflammation.
🍓Nutrient-dense: Berries are packed with nutrients like Vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Vitamin C helps keep your skin looking young and healthy while potassium is important for regulating blood pressure levels. Fiber helps promote digestion and improves cholesterol levels.
🍓Brain Function: Berries are rich in flavonoids, which are important for maintaining cognitive function and preventing age-related cognitive decline.
👇 Avoiding dairy? No problem - replace the dairy yogurt with coconut yogurt.
INGREDIENTS:
6 strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 cup raspberries, halved
1/4 cup pecans, raw, crushed
1/2 cup blueberries
2 cup Greek yogurt, full-fat
1 Tbs maple syrup
salt, to taste
OPTION: You can mix/match the 1 cup fruit and opt for blueberries, blackberries - whatever combination you love!
DIRECTIONS:
Line a shallow baking pan with parchment paper.
Slice strawberries, halve raspberries and crush pecans.
Whisk together yogurt, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt.
Spread the yogurt over the parchment paper in the baking pan.
Cover with berries and sprinkle with crushed pecans.
Place in the freezer for at least 3-4 hours to firm.
Remove from the freezer and break into pieces using a chef's knife.
ENJOY!