Looking for a balanced and satisfying high protein snack or healthier dessert? This Oat & Choc Slice combines whole oats and dark chocolate for a treat that supports mood and energy balance without refined sugar overload. Developed by our Accredited Practising Dietitians, it’s ideal for afternoon snacks, lunchboxes or post-activity fuel.

Nutrition information provided as a guide. Individual needs and goals vary. For personalised support, book in to see one of our Accredited Dietitians.

Recipe Snapshot

  • Serves: 12 slices

  • Prep time: 20 minutes

  • Cook time: 25 minutes

  • Calories: 215 cal per slice

  • Carbohydrates: 26g per slice

  • Protein: 6g per slice

Serves 12


Ingredients:

Base:

  • 1 x 400g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

  • ½ cup apple sauce (or 1 large ripe banana)

  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 2 tablespoons currants

  • 2 tablespoons seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, chia)

  • Pinch of salt

Topping:

  • 200g dark chocolate chips, melted


Method

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C fan-forced. Line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper.

  2. In a food processor or Nutri-Bullet, blend chickpeas, apple sauce or banana, honey or maple syrup, peanut butter, and vanilla until smooth.

  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, currants, and seeds.

  4. Pour blended chickpea mixture into dry ingredients and mix until fully combined.

  5. Spread mixture evenly in the lined tin. Bake 25–30 minutes or until firm and lightly golden.

  6. Meanwhile, melt chocolate on 30 second increments in the microwave until melted fully.

  7. Spread an even melted chocolate layer across the top of your slice.

  8. Place in the freezer for 10minutes or until chocolate layer has solidified completely. Then cut into 12 squares and enjoy!

Benefits:

High fibre and nutrient-dense, promotes satiety and stable blood glucose.

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