Paleo Snack

Fitness Trainer Lori Forrester is a big Paleo fan but even if the Paleo diet isn’t for you, this is a great protein snack to try as protein is so important when working out.  It is her favorite go-to recipe for snack or breakfast!

1/2 C Stevia

1/2 C apple sauce (no added sugar)

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp. ground ginger

1/2 tsp. ground clove

1 tsp. baking powder

1 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp. vanilla extract

4 large egg whites

1-15oz. can raw pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)

2 C almond flour (can also use coconut flour or a mix of both)

2 scoops vanilla whey protein

1/2 C almond milk

1/2 chopped walnuts (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 350

2. Spray a 9 x 13 Pyrex dish with non-stick spray

3. Combine first 11 ingredients and mix well

4. Add the final 3 (4 if walnuts) and mix until incorporated. Spread batter into the dish and bake for 30 min.

5. Makes 24 squares

Enjoy!