SWEET POTATO PROTEIN BARS (GLUTEN-FREE) Sweet potatoes are delicious, and they’re a nutritional powerhouse. (For more about sweet potatoes, see Regular vs. Sweet Potatoes: Which are Healthier?) Bonus: sweet potatoes also provide bulk and body in breads and muffins, whip into purées and soups, roast or bake beautifully, and offer sweetness in these protein bars. Ingredients: 1 large cooked sweet potato ½ cup (125 mL) of vanilla pea protein powder (or rice protein, or casein protein powder) 1 tbsp (15 mL) of date syrup (or agave syrup or honey) 1 tbsp (15 mL) of coconut flour 1 tbsp (15 mL) of golden flaxseed (a.k.a. linseed) 2 tbsp (30 ML) of milk or coconut milk ½ bar of 90% dark chocolate Serving size 4 bars Preparation time 75 minutes total (15 min preparation time + 60 min freezing time) Instructions: In a bowl, blend all the ingredients (except for the chocolate) together. Shape the mix into four little bars and put aside. Melt your chocolate either in a bain marie (i.e. a glass bowl on top of a pot of boiling water) or in a small non-metal bowl, using low power, in the microwave. Once melted, dip your bars in the chocolate until they’re fully coated. Place them on a cookie sheet lined with wax or parchment paper, or into a large plastic or freezer-safe glass container. Transfer them to the freezer for an hour, or the fridge overnight, and voilá! Take-aways With some creativity, you can modify familiar holiday favorites to be (a little) more nutritious while still satisfying. Just remember: Eat slowly. Eat smaller portions. Eat until just satisfied. Keep moving. Get outdoors for some fresh air. Make and bring some healthy treats to share with your friends and family. Who knows? You just might start a new holiday tradition.
Posted on: Wed, 13 Nov 2013 03:29:52 +0000
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