Author: Alex Botting

   High Protein  Easy to make  No added sugar I love quick snacks and after my raspberry chia bites went viral I wanted to try a different version incorporating the St Dalfour blackberry spread, this is the perfect seasonal snack which you will have on repeat! Here are the ingredients you will need: 1/2 cup blackberries 2 tbsp blackberry spread from St Dalfour 1 cup cottage cheese 1 tsp chia seeds 50g dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa) 1 tsp coconut oil Method:  Mash the blackberries, add chia seeds, cottage cheese, fruit spread and mix  Spread the mix over a non stick surface and make into around 6 circles, freeze for around 30 minutes Melt the chocolate and coconut oil, dip the blackberry clusters into the chocolate and they are ready! You…

  Easy to make   Healthier Lemon curd is one of my favourite spreads, I only tried it when I moved to the UK and since then I have loved baking with it. This version is slightly healthier and has some extra protein from yoghurt, super moist and delicious! Here are the ingredients you will need: 3 eggs Zest of one lemon 1 cup erythritol 1/4 cup oil 2 tbsp lemon juice 3/4 cup skyr or fat free yoghurt 2 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 1 1/2 cups of self raising flour Lemon curd to top Method: Rub together the erythritol and lemon zest Add the 3 eggs and whisk well Add lemon juice, olive oil and yoghurt and combine In a separate bowl combine flour, baking powder and salt…

Looking for a high-protein, naturally sweet snack that feels indulgent but is actually nutritious? These Raspberry and Cottage Cheese Bites are a brilliant solution. These frozen treats combine creamy cottage cheese, tangy raspberries, and a hint of sweetness for a light and refreshing bite. Dipped in rich dark chocolate, they offer a delicious contrast of textures – creamy, fruity centres with a satisfying chocolate shell. These Raspberry and Cottage Cheese Bites are perfect for warm days, post-workout snacks, or evening cravings, these bites are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients and no baking required, they come together in under 10 minutes (plus freezing time). They’re ideal for those who want to reduce refined sugar intake without giving up flavour. Whether…

These Oatmeal and Raisin Gooey Cookies are a perfect combination of soft, chewy texture and natural sweetness, making them an irresistible treat for any time of day. These cookies bring together wholesome ingredients such as oats, raisins, and optional protein powder with just a touch of butter and sugar, creating a snack that is both comforting and satisfying. Unlike many traditional cookies that can feel heavy or overly sweet, these Oatmeal & Raisin Gooey Cookies strike a balance between indulgence and nutrition, offering a slightly chewy centre that melts in your mouth while retaining a light crisp around the edges. Nutritionally, these Oatmeal and Raisin Gooey Cookies are a source of complex carbohydrates from oats, which provide sustained energy. Raisins contribute natural sugars, fibre, and antioxidants, while the optional addition…