Apple Pie Protein Bites

Storable, portable and nutritious, these little bites are great to have on hand for when you're feeling low on energy or in need of a pre or post workout lift.
They're jammed packed full of energy, good fats and protein - in fact, each little 25g apple pie protein bite contains 3.9g protein; that’s about 6% of your RDA.
They also contain important minerals including copper, potassium, phosphorous, magnesium and manganese, which help to regulate cell growth and function, provide support for the nervous system, and play a vital role in energy metabolism.
And, there's a decent helping of vitamin E (about 14% of your RDA per serve) - a potent antioxidant, protecting cells from damage caused by harmful free radicals - too.
Makes 12 x 25g Bites
Ingredients
50g pitted dates, chopped
30g vanilla flavour whey protein powder (feel free to substitute for any other type of protein powder, or omit entirely if you’re more interested in fuel and less fussed about protein)
1 tsp cinnamon powder
2 tbsp water
100g dried apple rings, cut into smaller pieces to give your blender a chance
50g medium cut oat bran
70g almond butter
You’ll also need a small blender or food processor
Method
Put the chopped dates into the blender with the protein powder, cinnamon and a tablespoon of water. Blend to a paste, adding the extra tablespoon of water if you’re not quite getting a smooth consistency yet. Empty into a bowl and put to one side.
Put the apple pieces into the blender and pulse for a few seconds, so the pieces become chopped finely but are not pulverised entirely; you want to keep a little texture. Add to the bowl with the date paste.
Add the almond butter and oat bran to the blender, mix together, then add the rest of the ingredients back into the blender and mix until everything is well combined.
Tip everything back into the bowl and check the consistency with your hands; when you pick up the mixture and squeeze it, it should form a tight ball. If it crumbles, add a little more water until it sticks.
Now, if you want to make equal bite size pieces, you’ll need to weigh out the mixture. The recipe should make 12 x 25g pieces. Take a scoop, weigh it out, then roll it into a ball in your hands, squeezing tightly to make sure it sticks.
Store the bites in an airtight container or wrap up individually. Eat within 10 days.
Nutrition
Per 100g | Per bite (approx. 25g) | |
Calories (kcal) | 358 kcal | 89.5 kcal |
Carbohydrate | 44.1 g | 11.0 g |
   of which sugars | 31.0 g | 7.8 g |
Fat | 14.2 g | 3.6 g |
   of which saturates | 1.4 g | 0.4 g |
Protein | 15.8 g | 3.9g |
Fibre | 8.5 g | 2.1 g |
Sodium | 116 mg | 29 mg |