Made with extra love- Mexican Mocha Mini Loaves

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Before we begin...

As you may have noticed, Bainbridge Kitchen has been quiet for the past few weeks. I've tried to figure out ways to be inspired to share content, but even posts that are 100% ready to publish didn't feel right. 

My grandma was admitted to the hospital in the middle of January with issues surrounding most of her vital organs. I'm sad to share that she passed away earlier this week. 

My Grammy 

My Grammy 

I feel so blessed that I was able to spend so much time with her the past month, even if it wasn't under the best circumstances. While she was in the hospital, she all but refused the 'lousy' hospital food. I made sure to pack snacks everyday (because that's what I do) and I was so thankful that I did, because the only thing I could get my grandma to willingly eat was the protein muffins I baked and brought with me. 

My grandma is LDS, and she doesn't drink coffee or alcohol, so it's kind of funny that this post begins with a moment about her. Rest assured, I made sure all of her muffins were made sans coffee or booze. Boy Almighty would she have given me an earful if I tried to sneak that to her.

I won't pretend that I'm not sad even as I write this. My Grammy was one of my favorite people on the planet. She was a firecracker. She took zero grief from zero people, and she loved with all her heart. She also taught me how to cook. Not just cook, bake. My Grammy’s cinnamon rolls are the stuff of legends. My Grammy shared her love through her food, and she will always be my inspiration to do the same. 

So without further adieu, here are my Grammy and non-Grammy approved versions of DELICIOUS Mexican Mocha Mini loaves. Take a minute today to call someone you love, hug someone you love, and make these with a little extra love. I know I will. 

xo, Terra

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Mexican Mocha Mini-Loaves

Makes 12 Mini Loaves (I love this mini loaf pan, and this heart shaped pan)

Grammy-Approved (no coffee, no alcohol- still delicious)

  • 1/2C chocolate Tone It Up Organic Protein powder
  • 1/2C unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2C oat flour
  • 1tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4tsp baking powder
  • 1/4tsp salt
  • 1/2C applesauce
  • 2Tbsp canola oil
  • 1/2C almond milk
  • 1/4C agave
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4C chocolate chips

Non-Grammy Approved (a little more decadent, and my personal preference)

  • 1/2C chocolate Tone It Up Organic Protein powder
  • 1/2C unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2C oat flour
  • 1tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4tsp baking powder
  • 1/4tsp salt
  • 1/2C applesauce
  • 2Tbsp canola oil
  • 1/2C coffee
  • 1/4C agave
  • 1 egg
  • 1Tbsp tequila
  • 1/4C chocolate chips

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350. Spray silicone baking mold with coconut oil spray, place on baking sheet, and set aside.
  2. Combine all dry ingredients, and whisk together.
  3. Add wet ingredients to the dry, and stir gently to combine.
  4. Stir chocolate chips into mixture
  5. Spoon the batter into the baking mold, and tap the pan lightly against the counter to remove any bubbles. Top with heart sprinkles if you're feeling festive
  6. Bake at 350 for 17-19 minutes. Mini-Loaves are done when a toothpick inserted to the center comes out mostly clean.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire cooling rack. 

**Serve with friends, family, hugs, and sprinkle them with a little extra love**

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with love, from my home to yours.