One day I created a raw streusel topping for my roasted apples because I love to incorporate enzyme-rich raw foods into everyday meals. I made the same streusel over and over and used it atop oatmeal, raw buckwheat cereal, cooked grains, coconut ice cream---you name it. Then I started to explore making many types of streusel to get certain nutrients I needed and used the streusels like supplements and to satisfy cravings. This molasses streusel was created during pregnancy when I needed more iron-rich foods in my diet while the coconut streusel was a craving for my favorite health food---coconut. Once you get into the flow of making some of these recipes, you will no doubt throw together your own blends, and do try them on top of desserts too.
I will often double the recipe and refrigerate leftovers to use the next day or use the rest for a dessert or snack topping. Here’s another fun tip: If you blend streusels little longer and add a little more oil, it will make a glorious spread.
Walnut-Maple Power Streusel
The maple taste is achieved by pure maple syrup and fenugreek, which characteristically has a maple-like flavor. Walnuts, looking rather brain-like, are scientifically proven to nourish our brains. Prep time: 5 minutes VEGAN Makes about ½ cup
3 tablespoons raw walnuts
2 tablespoons vanilla pea protein powder or shredded coconut
1 tablespoon extra-virgin coconut oil
2-3 teaspoons pure maple syrup
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cardamom
1/8 teaspoon fenugreek
Stevia powder, to taste (optional)
Process walnuts in a mini food processor or bullet style blender until fine but not pasty. Add the protein powder, coconut oil, maple syrup, stevia, and spices. Pulse until crumbly. Pulse in 1-2 teaspoons water, if necessary for good consistency.
Multi-Seed Molasses Power Streusel
Molasses is a power food to be used in moderation. Although it is sugar, it is a natural food source for iron. Prep time: 5 minutes VEGAN Makes about 1/3 cup
2 tablespoons mixed raw seeds such as pumpkin, sesame, flax and sunflower
1 tablespoon raw walnuts
2 tablespoons vanilla pea protein powder or shredded coconut
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon extra virgin coconut oil
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cardamom
Process seeds and walnuts in a mini food processor or bullet style blender until fine but not pasty. Add the pea protein, molasses, oil, and spies. Pulse until crumbly and soft.