High Protein, Healthy Lemon Slice

For the base:

• 1 scoop (30g) Protein Matrix+ in Vanilla flavour
• 150g dates
• 50g coconut - desiccated
• 150g almond meal
• 50g butter or coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
• Pinch of salt

For the filling:

• 3 teaspoons (14.2g) BCAA Recovery
• 100g cashews - soaked overnight and drained
• 250ml coconut cream - thick component
• 250g cream cheese - room temperature
• Zest of 2 lemons
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence

To make the base:

1. Step 1: Place all base ingredients in a food processor and blend until combined. It is okay if this is a little chunky!
2. Step 2: Press into a lined 8 x 8 inch baking tin and set aside.

To make the filling:

1. Step 1: Place all filling ingredients in a food processor and blend well. Make sure to scrape down the sides to ensure it is fully blended.
2. Step 2: Pour over the base and tap to even out the filling.
3. Step 3: Place in the fridge to set. Best left overnight.

Nicole Frain

Formerly working as part of Bulk Nutrients R&D team for many years, Nicole Frain is a food scientist, personal trainer and a professional international cyclist.

She's applied her learnings at the national stage for bodybuilding, and has several qualifications in Food Science, Nutrition and Business!