Don't Put Your Crockpot Away Yet!

Don’t Put Your Crockpot Away Yet!

Last updated on September 30th, 2021 at 10:10 am

Don’t put your crockpot away! Just because the weather is getting warmer doesn’t mean you’re not a busy parent of multiples. My crockpot is my favorite appliance in my kitchen all year round and now will be yours too. You are a busy parent, we all know it is not always easy to make weeknight meals that are not only healthy but quick. That’s why these crockpot recipes will save you from calling for take out or making nuggets in the microwave and eating popcorn for dinner. With a crockpot, you throw everything in, turn it on and you’re done, super easy. You’ll be happy you did. All recipes are based on a 5qt Crockpot.

These 4 dishes will help you eat and unwind after a long day. All guaranteed to make living healthier in every way, effortless!

CROCKPOT GLUTEN FREE BLUEBERRY COCONUT BAKE
Serves 8 – 10

1 egg
¼ cup coconut oil
¼ cup coconut sugar
1½ cup Almond Flour
2 tbsp arrowroot powder
1 tsp vanilla
¼ unsweetened shredded coconut
1 ½ tsp baking powder
6 oz blueberries
½ cup Greek yogurt, plain

In a bowl beat egg, sugar, and coconut oil until combined. Add all other ingredients except for the berries. Mix again then gently fold in berries.

2. Press the batter into parchment lined 5 quart crockpot and cook on high for 2.5 hours or low for 5 hours.

3. Turn off the crock pot and remove the lid. Allow to cool for 30 minutes. Remove from crockpot, then slice and serve. Top with plain Greek yogurt and enjoy.

4. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week in the refrigerator.

Beth’s Note: These “scones” are a great dessert, as well as a breakfast, pair with more fruit and a dollop of Greek yogurt and your kids with think it’s super fancy.

CROCKPOT PARMESAN SPINACH DIP “Light”

10 ounces frozen chopped spinach (1 package), thawed and water squeezed out.
1 cup Greek yogurt, 2%
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 1/2 cup shredded low fat mozzarella cheese
Sea Salt & Pepper to taste

Combine all of the ingredients and mix well.

2. Place ingredients in a slow cooker on high, stirring every 10 minutes until melted. Once melted, set the cooker to warm.

3. Serve with veggies, pita chips, or pour over pasta.

Beth’s Note: Having a party? Put this out with veggies and chips for a snack that lasts the whole night. Well actually, it’s always eaten before I even have a taste.

SLOW COOKER SALSA CHICKEN
Serves 6-8

4 lbs skinless chicken breasts
5 cups organic salsa
2 can 15oz Black beans
1 onion, diced
2 pepper, diced
salt and pepper

Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker and cover with salsa, beans, onion and pepper, then mix .

2. Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.

3. Shred the chicken in the slow cooker then mix with other ingredients. Serve over brown rice or use for tacos.

Beth’s Note: This recipe is easily frozen for a second meal or even a third.

CROCK POT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
Serves 8-12

• 1/4 Cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 Cup coconut sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups almond meal
• 1 3/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Line crockpot with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, mix together the melted coconut oil and coconut sugar. Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until well combined

2. Pour the almond meal, baking powder and salt into the oil mixture and stir until well combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.

3. Transfer the dough into the Crockpot and press down evenly. Cook on LOW for 2 hours 15 minutes. Once cooked, lift the bars out of the Crockpot my using the paper and transfer to a rack to cool completely.

4. Once cooled, cut and enjoy!

Beth’s Note: Cookies will be really soft when you take them out of the Crockpot, be careful that they don’t fall apart. Don’t worry, they will harden as they cool.

Beth Nydick lives in NJ with her husband, two boys and rescue dog Spike. She founded the health focused Lifestyle Brand, Blue Barn Kitchen, to help families simplify healthy eating to feel effortless. Beth offers Meal Planning Memberships, Nutritional Counseling, Lifestyle Programs, Cookbooks and Seasonal Detoxes. She only works with brands she believes in and hopes to help every family be their best by eating real food.

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