By PW Nutritionist Steph Evans

 Okay so here at PW HQ we like to experiment with our products to see which new recipes we can create to reflect the occasion and Christmas is no exception! Think inspiration from flavours such as cranberry and brie, gingerbread and mince pies! All recipes are a source of protein which means they will keep you feeling full, less likely to snack all whilst tasting delicious!

Cranberry and Brie Stuffed Pitta Breads

Pitta breads (makes 2):

• 80g Slender Pizza Mix
• 2.5 scoops water

Filling:

• 80g brie, sliced
• 4 tsp cranberry sauce
• 4 slices red onion
• Handful of rocket

Method:

1. In a bowl mix together the Pizza Mix and water to form a dough. Knead for 3 minutes and let it rest for a further 5 minutes.
2. Cut the dough in half and roll out into two “pitta” bread sized circles. Heat a dry, non-stick frying pan on high.
3. Add one of the pittas into the pan and lightly fry on each side until browned and puffy, turning over every 1-2 minutes to prevent burning.
4. Repeat with the second pitta before slicing in half and stuffing with the sweet potato, turkey and cranberry sauce.
5. Serve & enjoy immediately!

Per Serving: 32kcal, Protein: 16g, Carbs: 35g, Sugar: 7.4g, Fat: 13g, Fibre: 1.8g

2.  

   Christmas apple and mince pie crumble

    

   • 2 bramley apples, peeled, cored and chopped
   • 1 large pear, diced
   • 80g mincemeat
   • 1 tbsp sugar
   • 1 tsp cinnamon

   Topping:

   • 3 tbsp coconut oil
   • 50g oat flour
   • 1 tbsp maple syrup
   • 100g Slender Granola

   Method:

   1. Preheat oven to 180^C. Add the filling ingredients to a saucepan and cook gently for 5 minutes until softened. Transfer to an oven proof dish.
   2. Meanwhile, rub together the flour, oil and syrup to form ‘breadcrumbs’ and mix in the granola.
   3. Spread over the fruit and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden. Serves 4-6.

    

    

   Per 1/6th serving: 243kcal, Protein: 3.6g, Carbs: 34g, Sugar: 20g, Fat: 8.8g, Fibre: 6.9g

Protein Gingerbread Men

• 50 g Vanilla Whey Protein Concentrate (or Vegan Blend)
• 45g muscovado sugar
• 40g tbsp oat flour
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 2 egg whites (or 4 tbsp aquafaba)
• 3 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 tbsp molasses

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 175^C. Mix together dry ingredients in a bowl.
2. Stir in wet ingredients to form a dough.
3. Roll out and cut into 6 gingerbread men. Bake in the oven for 12-14 minutes until golden.

Per gingerbread man: 168kcal, Protein: 8.6g, Carbs: 17g, Sugar: 11g, Fat: 7.2g, Fibre: 0.7g