Apple Cinnamon Recovery Bars - Refuel After Training
A higher-energy snack designed to refuel after training
Recipe type: 🔵 Sports Nutrition – Recovery Meal
Serves 12 | 24 Minutes
These apple cinnamon bars are designed specifically for recovery after longer sessions, helping replenish energy stores and support muscle repair. Ideal after endurance training when your body needs both carbohydrates and protein.
Ingredients
70g raisins
2 tbsp. dried apple pieces, chopped
135g porridge oats
70g jumbo oats
1 tbsp. coconut oil
3 tbsp. chicory root syrup
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 portion vanilla protein powder
Method
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
In a large bowl, mix raisins, apple, oats, and cinnamon.
Melt coconut oil, 1 tbsp olive oil, and chicory root syrup in a pan over medium heat until just bubbling. Pour over oat mixture and stir well.
Press into the baking tray and spread evenly. Bake for 12-14 minutes until golden. Let cool before slicing into bars.
Janie’s Nutrition Notes
Provides carbohydrates for glycogen replenishment and protein for muscle repair post-exercise.
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