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Blueberry Banana Recovery Scones

Snack
Recovery snacks don’t have to be tasteless or boring. These scones are made with oats, honey and fresh fruit and provide an abundance of essential nutrients. 
5 stars from 1 vote
Calories267kcal
Carbs34.7g
Protein7.8g
Fats10.8g
For Intensive Exercise
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Performance Benefits

Blueberry and banana recovery scones are perfect for recovery after intense exercise. They contain carbohydrates, a moderate amount of protein and vital micronutrients which will support recovery.
Health Benefits

Blueberries are believed to have one of the highest antioxidant levels of all common fruits and vegetables. the main type of antioxidants in blueberries are called flavonoids and have been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects and protect your body from free radicals that cause oxidative damage, which can lead to disease over time.
Expert Tips

Top Tip: If you want to increase the protein composition of your recovery scones, add a scoop of protein powder that would compliment the scones such as vanilla whey. 

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Muffin cases
  • Muffin tray

Ingredients

  • 50 g Oats (porridge)
  • 2 tbsp Milled flaxseed
  • 2 tbsp Almonds (ground)
  • 2 tbsp Chia seeds
  • 2 tsp Baking powder
  • 3 tbsp Raisins
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Coconut oil
  • 3 Free-range egg
  • 30 g Blueberries
  • 2 Bananas (mashed)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp Honey
8 people

Instructions

  • Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • In a blender, mix the eggs, coconut oil, bananas, blueberries, honey and vanilla essence until smooth.
  • Add this mix to the dry ingredients bowl and mix well to form a wet dough.
  • Using a spoon, transfer and evenly distribute into muffin cases in a muffin tray.
  • Bake in an oven pre-heated to 190°C for 30 minutes.

Notes

1 portion of "Blueberry Banana Recovery Scones" is equivalent to 110g.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 267kcalCarbohydrates: 34.7gProtein: 7.8gFat: 10.8gSaturated Fat: 3.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.8gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.4gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 258mgPotassium: 393mgFiber: 5.4gSugar: 17.7gVitamin A: 9.3ugVitamin C: 4.9mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 2.3mg
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