Put a protein twist on this classic dessert recipe for the ultimate summer treat.
This recipe is also low in sugar as it uses a natural source of sweetness in the form of Medjool dates.
Ingredients
For the base
- 1 ½ cup rolled oats ground into flour
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1 scoop Biogen Iso-Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla flavour
- ⅓ cup melted coconut oil
- ½ cup Medjool dates
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the frosting
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ¼ cup cashew butter
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Medjool dates have been found to help boost your immune system, reduce inflammation and even assist with hormone regulation due to their phytonutrient and mineral content.
Method
- Soak dates in water for an hour or so before making this recipe.
- Place all of the base ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until it comes together.
- Press into a parchment paper-lined tin or silicone moulds. Place in the fridge to set and mix the frosting ingredients.
- Pour the frosting over the base and place it in the fridge to set for a few hours.
- Remove and serve with fresh lemon slices and raspberries.
Biogen Iso-Whey is packed with Essential Amino Acids (EAAs) and Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) to aid recovery and muscle growth. Iso-Whey is easily digested and absorbed.
Author: Pedro van Gaalen
When he’s not writing about sport or health and fitness, Pedro is probably out training for his next marathon or ultra-marathon. He’s worked as a fitness professional and as a marketing and comms expert. He now combines his passions in his role as managing editor at Fitness magazine.
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