School is back in session both at home and at the college and our daily routine is starting to settle into a good rhythm again. We all love the summer for the change of pace, the shifting of gears into different activities and spontaneity. Yet come this time of year it seems that we are all craving a steady routine and some predictability. I’ve been thinking a good deal about how to feed my family with nutritious, filling foods that can be made ahead and especially some easy breakfasts and snacks.
That’s where this week’s bake comes in: muffins. Muffins are always a great option to eat on the go, or for a quick breakfast alongside some fruit! But some muffins are so sugary that they’re more like cupcakes and less like the satisfying breakfast or snack I’m looking to have. These muffins, though, these are not cupcakes and are filled with all sorts of goodness: dried cherries, pepitas, whole wheat flour, apple, coconut, walnuts, and a few other delights as well. Sure, they have some sugar (but no dairy!), but it’s not the first flavor you’ll taste nor will they give you the high and low of a breakfast cupcake. These have everything you need to get your day off to a great start!
I’m also baking my house sourdough this week – a flavorful, crusty loaf that has a long fermentation, making it good for those of you who might be sensitive to gluten or who are looking to incorporate more fermented foods into your day.
I will be baking on Thursday and Friday, August 31st and September 1st for pickup at my home both days or at the college on Thursday, August 31st. Remember to order by Tuesday, August 29th and indicate where you’d like to pick up! Please let me know if you have any special requests or events that would be well-served with homemade bread or other baked goods.