Seedy Cranberry & Orange Bars

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.

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
*warning, contains known allergens

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

Calories — 122kcal || 6%
Fat — 7g || 11%
Saturated Fat — 1g || 5%
Carbs — 13g || 4%
Fibre — 3g || 11%
Sugar — 8g || 0%
Added Sugar — 0g || 0%
Protein — 3g || 6%
Sodium — 50mg || 2%
Calcium — 41mg || 4%
Iron — 1mg || 7%
Vitamin D — 0IU || 0%
Magnesium — 50mg || 12%
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.