Moist Mocha and Weetbix Slice

• 1 scoop (30g) Bulk Nutrients WPI, WPC, Thermowhey or Protein Matrix+ in Chocolate flavour
• 4 weetbix - crushed
• 1 cup wholemeal plain flour
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1 cup almond meal
• 1 cup brewed coffee - you can use instant, plunger or espresso
• 16 medjool dates
• Pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1/3 cup organic butter or coconut oil - melted

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C and line a loaf tin with baking paper.
2. Step 2: Brew coffee and pour over dates to help soften. Set aside for ten minutes.
3. Step 3: Place dates and some coffee liquid into a food processor and blend to form a paste.
4. Step 4: Transfer to a mixing bowl and add all remaining ingredients.
5. Step 5: Mix well. If too dry add a dash of almond milk or water.
6. Step 6: Pour into lined tin and spread evenly.
7. Step 7: Bake for 20 minutes or until darker brown on top.
8. Step 8: Remove from oven and allow to cool.
9. Step 9: Slice into 12 equal sized pieces.
10. Step 10: Optional extra: Drizzle top with melted chocolate and extra shredded coconut.
11. Step 11: Best stored in an airtight container for up to one week.

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!