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Know what you Eat - Apples are rich in antioxidants , fiber, flavonoids and help to maintain a heart-healthy diet. Flavonoids unique to apple - including phloridzin - are thought to play a potentially key role in the special ability of apples to support lung health. Walnuts are an excellent source of omega-3 essential fatty acids, a special type of protective fat the body cannot manufacture. In addition, walnuts contain an antioxidant compound called ellagic acid that supports the immune system and appears to have several anticancer properties. . Oats are an excellent source of iron, dietary fiber and thiamin. Whole wheat is rich in dietary fiber and is good source of iron. Chia seeds are very good source of omega - 3, dietary fiber, antioxidants.With Schools open, i prefer to prepare these kind of dishes and refrigerate, so that it is easier to pack lunch box in the morning. Spread a spoon of peanut butter and send along with a fruit for a healthy and wholesome lunch. Your ideas and suggestions on easy to prepare and wholesome lunch box ideas are welcome. Will really be helpful on crazy and hectic mornings. I saw this recipe in Chow.com. I halved it and made an eggless version, the original recipe uses 1 Tablespoon of Baking Soda and Powder. When i baked it for the first time even though i knew it is on the higher side didn't change the measurement and could feel the strong presence of baking soda. The next time i baked halved both of them and doubled up the chia seeds and it was just fine.
Ingredients
Whole wheat Flour - 1 Cup
Old Fashioned rolled Oats - 1 Cup
Apple - 1
Butter Milk - 1 Cup
Raisins - 3/4 Cup
Walnuts - 1/4 Cup
Honey - 1/4 Cup
Baking Soda - 1 1/2 Teaspoons
Baking Powder - 1 1/2 Teaspoons
Chia Seeds - 2 Tablespoon(you can also use 2 tablespoon egg substitute or 2 tablespoon flaxseed )
Water - 6 Tablespoons
Salt - 1/2 tsp
Cinnamon Powder - 1/2 tsp
Method
1) Soak Chia Seeds in 3 tablespoons of water and set it aside till it swells and a nice gel is formed.
Preheat Oven to 350 degrees F.
2) Combine Whole Wheat, Oats, Salt, Cinnamon powder, Baking Soda, Baking Powder, finely chopped walnuts, raisins and set them aside.
3) Wash, Core, peel and chop apple into very fine pieces and add it to the above mixture.
4) In a small blender, place the chia gel and blend finely for 2 minutes till you get a nice slurry egg substitute.
5) Add this Chia gel slurry to Wheat, Oat mixture and add the honey and buttermilk and combine thoroughly.
6) Generously grease a loaf pan and fill 3/4 full and bake for 30-45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Spread a teaspoon of peanut butter on this enjoy as a whole some breakfast, pack for lunch for kids along with a fruit or enjoy as a evening snack.
Event Participation
1) This dish goes to Sunday Snacks - Snacks with Breads hosted by Priya.
2) This dish goes to Eggless Baking Event Using Oats hosted by Madhu.
