13 May, 2017

Cheese & Bacon Protein Discs

Comments : 4 Posted in : #healthymumma, C4K Bariatric Kitchen, Gluten Free, High Protein, Lunchbox: Savoury, Pork, Protein Balls/Discs/Bars, Uncategorized on May 13, 2017 by : C4Kkitchen

Cheese & Bacon Protein Discs

Makes: 12

Ingredients:

• 250g full fat Philadelphia cream cheese
• 150g bacon pieces
• 1 shallot, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, finely diced
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 scoops (60g) pure protein powder
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, shredded

Method:

• Place the bacon, shallots and garlic in a heavy based frying pan and sauté in cooking spray for 3-4 minutes until the shallots soften 
• Set aside to cool slightly
• Place the cream cheese in a microwave for 15-20 seconds or long enough for the cream cheese to be easily mixed
• Add the protein powder, bacon mix and Parmesan cheese and mix with a fork until well combined
• Dollop the mixture into a rough log shape in the middle of a piece of plastic wrap
• Roll up into a log shape approximately 3-4cm round and compacting the log as you roll
• On a second piece of plastic wrap that is played out flat spread the chopped parsley
• Gently tip the log out of the first plastic wrap and lay the log onto the chopped parsley and roll until it’s fully coated
• Repeat the rolling process in the second piece of plastic wrap
• Place in the freezer for at least 60 minutes rolled before slicing
• Remove from the freezer and using a sharp knife cut into 12 even sized discs.

Nutritional Value per disc:

• Calories: 143
• Total fat: 9.6g
• Total carbohydrates: 1.3g
• Protein: 10.7g

Recipe Notes:

• Store covered in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 7 days
• Store in a zip lock bag in the freezer for up to 6 months 
• Protein powder used in the recipe is Protein Supplies Australia WPI Fast Release protein powders
• You can buy online from www.proteinsuppliesaustralia.com.au 
• Use the Discount code psafriendsofhollys at checkout to get a 10% discount

Disclaimer: C4K Kitchen does not hold any responsibility for the consumer using this recipe including the storage guidelines and time frames recommended in the recipe notes. The consumer holds all responsibilities to ensure that food hygiene and safety standards are adhered to.