Makes: 10
Ready in: 20
Ingredients
For the Main
- 135g oats
- 55g almonds
- 180g pitted dates
- 25g chia seeds
- 15g sunflower seeds
- 2tbsp ground flax seeds
- 65g peanut butter
- 50g dried cranberries
- 1tbsp orange zest
Nutrition
% of RDI
Calories
227 kcal
11
Fat
10g
15
Saturated Fat
1g
5
Carbs
31g
10
Fibre
6g
21
Sugar
16g
N/A
Added Sugar
0g
0
Protein
6g
12
Sodium
3mg
0
Calcium
53mg
5
Iron
2mg
14
Vitamin D
0UI
0
Magnesium
68mg
16
The % RDI is the recommended daily intake for an adult consuming ap-prox. 2000 calories/day. You may need to adjust serving sizes depending on your individual health goals.
Introduction
This tasty snack helps you get that taste of something sweet without the addition of refined sugars, so it’s great for those who are looking to reduce their sugar intake. It’s packed with fibre from oats and flax seed while also providing you with healthy fats and protein, essential for maintaining energy levels and supporting muscle repair.
Method
Step 1. Soak dates in boiling water for 15-30 minutes if needed and then drain
Step 2. Blend the dates in a food processor until it is the con- sistency of a paste
Step 3. Grate the orange zest and add all remaining ingredients to the food processor until it resembles a dough like texture. Prefer it chunkier? Then blend a little less
Step 4. Press into a lined tin and place into the fridge to set firm. Cut into 10 portions when set. Enjoy!
Chef Gino’s Top Tip: Switch out almonds for your favourite nuts
