Delicious High-Protein Paleo Chocolate Slice
Makes 1 loaf tin, 8 squares, 12G protein per square.
This recipe was created in collaboration with the wonderful Sheree, a holistic nutritionist, who has highlighted below the importance of having protein-rich snacks on hand. You can check out more about her incredible story here!
Sheree says :
One of the biggest issues seen when it comes to healing the gut, balancing hormones and supporting metabolic function is a lack of protein intake, especially by women. Our snacks tend to be high in carbohydrates and or fats, typical in convenience-type foods, but often in healthy snacks. Nutritious foods such as apples or nuts, commonly suggested as a good standalone snack, also contain high amounts of these macronutrients but with little to no protein.
This isn’t to say that those choices are wrong, but for food to be considered ‘high protein’ it only needs to hit 5g of protein per serve. That isn’t much - technically rice (predominantly a carbohydrate), could be considered a high-protein food if it was measured in this way. As a nutritionist, I see the confusion this causes all the time, and it can get super frustrating - not just for me, but for clients as well because they think they’re doing the right thing.
That’s why we are obsessed with this slice, not only is it packed with delicious whole food ingredients (hello cacao), but we have ensured each slice contains about 12g of protein - if not more - so that your ‘high protein snack’ is in fact high.
The Mitchells bone broth protein powder is collagen-based which supports hormone health, skin health and gut healing. The maca root powder is helpful for hormones, libido and energy levels. The tahini is high in antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory. It contains minerals like magnesium to support our nervous system and brain health, much like cacao.
This slice is perfect for those struggling to find something that is nourishing but won’t flare up your symptoms - this recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, sugar-free and keto-friendly!
RECIPE
4 servings of Mitchells Bone Broth Chocolate Protein Powder - use LARA15 for your first purchase.
(8 tbsp, 95 g of powder)
2 tbsp cacao powder
1/2 Cup almond flour
3/4 cup hulled tahini (I don’t recommend subbing for anything else, runny tahini is best for this recipe x )
3 tsp maca powder
Optional 2 tsp cacao nibs
1/3 Cup melted chocolate, preferably a dark variety (70% + ) - I like to microwave in 30-second intervals to ensure the chocolate doesn’t burn.
METHOD
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix until a smooth dough has formed. Use your hands to knead it together until it resembles a soft cookie dough. Press into a lined loaf tin and pour over the melted chocolate evenly, sprinkle some flaky salt if you wish! Let it harden in the fridge for an hour, then cut into 8 squares. Store airtight in the fridge or freezer, they won’t last long!
Enjoy and be sure to tag @feedinglara and @shereehannahwellness over on Instagram if you try it!
