I know it can be hard to imagine a delicious, satisfying sweet treat that does not contain chocolate or fruit, but this no-bake ginger protein slice will certainly win you over, trust me!

Through my exploring, I quickly realised that ginger crunch is a New Zealand traditional recipe. It has been passed down through generations and you can find it at most cafes. The first confirmed recipe for ginger crunch (also called ginger slice or ginger crunch slice) was in Edmond’s Cookery Book, in New Zealand, in 1955.

Even though I was inspired by the traditional ginger crunch recipe, I wanted to create a much healthier version. This one is free from white flour, butter, icing sugar, golden syrup, heavily sweetened condensed milk and refined sugars.

I instead choose to sweeten it with dates and honey. They are much healthier alternatives, as well as full of added health benefits.

Speaking of health benefits…

This ginger slice has a decent amount of ginger powder in it. You might be wondering what the health benefits of ginger are?

• Reduces muscle pain and soreness
• A healthy anti-inflammatory
• Helps reduce blood sugars
• Helps reduce cholesterol
• The active ingredients in ginger can help to fight infections
• Can improve brain function
• Helps stimulates digestion

The active ingredients in ginger can help to fight infections (great for when you feel like you’re coming down with something, try my immune-boosting herbal tea).

With a food processor you can make this slice in less than 15 minutes, and because it sets in the fridge, you don’t even need to turn the oven on.

Give this ‘healthified  Ginger Fudge Protein Slice recipe… with a melt-in-your-mouth shortbread base and delicious ginger fudge topping a try – but be warned, it is another one of those ‘bet you can’t have just one’ treats!

Just 10 minutes prep time and ready to eat in 30 minutes – this simple slice is an all-time favourite treat when you want something naughty but healthy, as it’s made from wholesome ingredients.

Why this Ginger Fudge Protein Slice works:

Its made with whole food ingredients, so no refined flours, sugars or grains and no sugary condensed milk
You can easily increase or decrease the level of ginger according to your preferences
It makes 12 generous sized portions, or more smaller bite sized portions
It keeps in the fridge for a week
Great for lunchboxes, mid-morning snacks and even works as a dessert

Yes, it makes a delicious dessert, this recipe is great to make ahead, so is perfect for when guests come over – or to treat the kids. Or yourself!

If you are a ginger fan like myself…. It will not last long.

Ginger Fudge Protein Slice

This Ginger Fudge Protein Slice is healthy and simple to make. The base is chewy and soft, with a silky smooth, velvet ginger fudge topping, infused with notes of vanilla, coconut and honey, so healthy yet so simple. The perfect treat when you want something naughty but healthy as it's made from wholesome ingredients.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating dessert or snack, ginger fudge protein slice, ginger fudge slice healthy, ginger protein bars no bake, no bake ginger protein bars

Servings 12

Ingredients

Base Crust

• 2 cups nuts – almonds, walnuts or a mix
• 1 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes and drained
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger

Ginger Fudge Topping

• 1 1/2 cups coconut butter, store bought or homemade recipe link below in notes
• 1/2 cup cashew (or any other nut or seed) butter
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup protein or collagen peptides powder
• 1 1/2 tablespoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

• Chopped crystallised ginger
• Chopped nuts

Instructions

Base Crust

• Line an 8 x 8-inch loaf pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the fudge out easier for cutting.

  Place all ingredients into a food processer and process until broken down and mixture is sticky and well combined.

  Be careful not to over process as its nice to havetexture and different sized “bits” in your base crust.

  Press the mixture into the bottom of your pan or dish evenly using a spatula or back of a spoon. Refrigerate while you prepare the ginger topping.

Ginger Fudge Topping

• In a small saucepan, add coconut butter, cashew butter and honey and stir on low heat until everything has dissolved and is well mixed.

  Take off the heat and add the protein powder, ginger and vanilla extract and mix well to combine.

  Pour on top of the base, smooth out and put in the fridge to set for around 2 hours.

  Once set, cut into 12 bars, or more smaller squares to serve.

  Keep it in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for 3 months.

Notes

Homemade Coconut Butter

If you are anywhere near the health food or fitness circles, you have no doubt heard of coconut oil by now. But have you ever heard of coconut butter? Oh my gosh is it good. It tastes like the most delicious, decadent, oh-so-bad-for-you treat. Except, it’s not. It’s actually good for you. In fact, coconut butter packs a boatload of benefits:

It’s rich in lauric acid, which boosts immunity and destroys harmful bacteria, viruses, and funguses.

It actually boosts your metabolism, which aids in weight loss and increases energy levels.

Its a superb ingredient for protecting and replenishing the hair and skin

It’s packed with healthy fats, so you feel full longer.

It’s full of essential amino acids, calcium, and magnesium.

Basically, coconut butter is just plain awesome.

It’s so creamy, buttery, naturally sweet and full of nutrients, and it’s hard to believe that this tasty Homemade Coconut Butter from Scratch is made with one ingredient! You may not know this, but a jar of high-quality coconut butter can be expensive.

Yes, that is one of the reasons that you should make you own - it’s unbelievably easy. Besides being incredibly good for you, coconut butter greatly enhances the creamy texture of desserts, smoothies, ice creams, fudge and hot beverages. Even a spoonful out of the jar is not a bad thing.  😊

Once you start using it, you'll find many other ways to sneak it into your diet.

Go here for the recipe:  Homemade Coconut Butter 

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