18 November, 2017
Protein Bark
Protein Bark
Makes: 36 pieces
Base ingredients:
- 180g 70% cocoa dark chocolate
- 1 & 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 scoops (90g) chocolate protein powder
Pictured Topping ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons slithered almonds
- 2 tablespoons chopped dried apricots
- 2 tablespoons chopped dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons sultanas
Method:
- Prepare a baking tray or solid chopping board by lining with baking paper
- In a microwave proof bowl place the chocolate that has been chopped or broken up, with the exception of approximately 1 row (30-50g) with the coconut oil
- Place in the microwave for 30 seconds, remove and stir well
- Place the bowl back into the microwave in 15 second bursts stirring well between each burst until the mixture is fully melted and well combined
- Add in the last of the chopped up chocolate and protein powder stirring through with a spatula until the remaining chocolate is melted and the protein powder is well mixed through
- Evenly spread the mixture over the baking paper into an even thickness in a rectangle shape approximately 25 x 20cm in size
- Evenly sprinkle your toppings of choice over the top of the chocolate square and gently press in with your finger tips
- Place in entire tray in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours but preferably overnight
- When set break the bark up into evenly sized pieces approximately 2cm in size
Nutritional Value per piece (plain Bark without any toppings):
- Calories: 44
- Total fat: 2.6g
- Total carbohydrates: 1.9g
- Sugars: 1.5g
- Protein: 2.5g
Recipe Notes:
- Topping can be alternated to your toppings of choice between: dried fruit, nuts, seeds, sugar free lollies and marshmallows, crushed biscuits etc
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
- This recipe is not suitable for the freezer
- 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.