Banoffee date bites
Makes 12-15. Total time : 1h
INGREDIENTS
1 punnet of medjool dates (12-15)
6 tbsp (3 heaped) peanut butter (we like Mayver's dark roast)
1 banana (quite ripe)
200g dark chocolate (70%)
1 sprinkle of salt
METHOD
Pit the dates & dispose on a plate
In a bowl, whisk peanut butter and mashed banana, and,
Using a teaspoon, stuff the dates with the mixture.
Freeze the stuffed dates for 20min. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate "au bain-marie".
Once the stuffing has hardened, cover the dates with the melted chocolate. Sprinkle with salt and freeze until solid before eating!
WHY USE THESE INGREDIENTS ?
Date bites are delicious treats but should be eaten in moderation. Peanut butter, dates and chocolate are all very high in energy - the combination of which makes the perfect preworkout snack or afternoon pick me up. The difference between homemade treats and store bought stuff though? You get to choose the quality of the ingredients. Opting for organic, high quality products means these snacks, beyond being little energy bombs, will be high in vitamins and minerals.
Dates are a source of natural sugar and energy, but are also a source of antioxidants, fibre, minerals such as magnesium and potassium.
Dark chocolate ( >70%, the darker the better) is also a source of magnesium, potassium and antioxidants.
Peanut butter ( 100% peanuts) is a good source of healthy fats and protein.
