Snacks | Neora Blog https://www.neora.com/blog Leaders in Skincare, Wellness & Hair care Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:52:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://www.neora.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-Neora-300x300-1-32x32.png Snacks | Neora Blog https://www.neora.com/blog 32 32 Protein Packed Pumpkin Bread https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/protein-packed-pumpkin-bread/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=protein-packed-pumpkin-bread https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/protein-packed-pumpkin-bread/#respond Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=17161 The holiday season of eating is upon us, but that doesn’t mean we have to forego all of our hard-won healthy habits. Get your pumpkin fix with an added boost of protein in this yummy and satisfying bread recipe. The extra protein will help keep you feeling fuller for longer and will work to keep […]

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The holiday season of eating is upon us, but that doesn’t mean we have to forego all of our hard-won healthy habits. Get your pumpkin fix with an added boost of protein in this yummy and satisfying bread recipe. The extra protein will help keep you feeling fuller for longer and will work to keep cravings in check, so you’ll be feeling a step ahead come those resolutions in January. Go ahead–have an extra slice!

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). 
  2. Lightly grease and flour a loaf pan. 
  3. In a medium bowl combine pumpkin puree, egg whites, vegetable oil, water, and sugar. Whisk until well combined. 
  4. In another bowl, combine whole wheat flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, pepper and baking soda. Carefully stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix. 
  5. Pour the mixture into the loaf pan. If you feel like, sprinkle some oats on top. 
  6. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes. The bread is ready when a toothpick or skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. You want to get that beautiful orange/gold color on the cake, but at the same time you don’t want to bake all the moisture out of it. 

Nutrition Facts 
 
You can easily get 16 slices out of this loaf. If so, each slice will score the following nutrition facts: 91 calories, with just 13 grams of carbs, 3 grams of fat and over 4 grams of protein.

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Peanut Butter Protein Blueberry Bite https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/peanut-butter-protein-blueberry-bite/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=peanut-butter-protein-blueberry-bite https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/peanut-butter-protein-blueberry-bite/#respond Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:05:46 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=16892 Can’t stop popping these peanut butter bites! And that’s ok, because these sweet treats are low in sugar but full of protein, and best of all, they’re smothered in creamy peanut butter. INSTRUCTIONS Into a bowl, toss the blueberries with protein yogurt until fully coated. Distribute into mini muffin baking sheet and top with peanut […]

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Can’t stop popping these peanut butter bites! And that’s ok, because these sweet treats are low in sugar but full of protein, and best of all, they’re smothered in creamy peanut butter.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Into a bowl, toss the blueberries with protein yogurt until fully coated.
  2. Distribute into mini muffin baking sheet and top with peanut butter + chips.
  3. Cool in refrigerator for 5-10. Enjoy one piece at a time!
  4. Keep stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for easy snacking.

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Peanut Butter Protein Balls https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/peanut-butter-protein-balls/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=peanut-butter-protein-balls https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/peanut-butter-protein-balls/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2023 17:48:01 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=16734 Rolling chocolate chips into a blend of gluten-free oats, Plant-Based Protein Powder and peanut butter, all sweetened with a touch of honey, makes these Peanut Butter Protein Balls a simple snack meant to satisfy. Just a warning: One taste and kids will request these regularly! INSTRUCTIONS To make, combine all ingredients and roll into balls.

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Rolling chocolate chips into a blend of gluten-free oats, Plant-Based Protein Powder and peanut butter, all sweetened with a touch of honey, makes these Peanut Butter Protein Balls a simple snack meant to satisfy. Just a warning: One taste and kids will request these regularly!

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. To make, combine all ingredients and roll into balls.
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White Bean Board https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/white-bean-board/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=white-bean-board https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/white-bean-board/#respond Wed, 04 Jan 2023 16:16:30 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=16697 We’ve been seeing butter boards all over our social media feed for quite some time now and while we haven’t tried creating a butter board yet, this White Bean Board has been the star at several dinners and parties lately! It’s so easy to make that you can throw it together in half an hour!  […]

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We’ve been seeing butter boards all over our social media feed for quite some time now and while we haven’t tried creating a butter board yet, this White Bean Board has been the star at several dinners and parties lately! It’s so easy to make that you can throw it together in half an hour! 

This white bean spread is rich, tangy, and garlicky and is topped with more roasted garlic, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, briny capers, parsley, and crispy prosciutto. Don’t expect leftovers!

NOTES

  • We served this with a loaf of baked sourdough, crackers, and fresh veggies.  
  • We used roasted garlic, sundried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, capers, and crispy prosciutto. You could also opt for roasted red pepper, artichoke hearts, olives, Calabrian peppers, or anything you like! 
  • Roasting garlic takes the most time but is so worth it. We used a whole head of roasted garlic. Half goes into the white bean spread and the other half is used as a topping. While fresh garlic has a bite to it, roasted garlic is more mellow, sweet, nutty, and rich.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat the oven to 400. Peel the papery layers off of the garlic. Cut the top of the garlic off so the tops of the individual cloves are exposed. Drizzle with olive oil and salt then lightly wrap in aluminum foil. Bake for 30-40 minutes.  
  2. Leave the oven heated to 400 to bake the prosciutto. Lay the prosciutto on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8-12 minutes, or until crispy. Once cool, break into small pieces and set aside. 
  3. Once the garlic has cooled, add about half of the roasted garlic cloves to a food processor along with the cans of cannellini beans, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to taste. Blend all ingredients until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.  
  4. Spread the white bean spread over a cutting board or platter. Top with the remaining roasted garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, crispy prosciutto, roasted red peppers, capers, parsley, and additional salt and pepper.  
  5. Serve alongside toasted bread, crackers, or vegetables & enjoy! 
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Garlic Confit https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/garlic-confit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=garlic-confit https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/garlic-confit/#respond Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=16615 Garlic confit sounds pretty fancy but is so easy to make! This can be used in various ways, including on bread, in pasta sauces, or with oil to make salad dressings. And garlic confit mashed potatoes? Don’t get us started!  This recipe is almost too easy. It just takes three ingredients – garlic cloves, oil, […]

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Garlic confit sounds pretty fancy but is so easy to make! This can be used in various ways, including on bread, in pasta sauces, or with oil to make salad dressings. And garlic confit mashed potatoes? Don’t get us started! 

This recipe is almost too easy. It just takes three ingredients – garlic cloves, oil, and herbs. We used extra virgin olive oil since it’s roasted at such a low temperature and we choose rosemary, but any herbs will do! 

One important thing to note is that this must be stored in the refrigerator or freezer since bacteria will grow if it’s not stored correctly. In the refrigerator, it will stay good for about two weeks, or you can store it in the freezer for about two months.

NOTES: 

  • Use a smaller baking dish. The garlic cloves will need to be fully submerged in oil so a smaller dish takes less oil.  
  • Peeling the garlic takes some time and effort. Buy pre-peeled garlic to make this even easier! 

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 195.  
  2. Place herbs, peeled garlic cloves, and olive oil in a small baking dish.  
  3. Bake for about two hours or until the garlic cloves are soft. Remove the herbs.  
  4. Serve on your favorite crusty bread & enjoy!
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Cauliflower Frito Misto https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/cauliflower-frito-misto/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cauliflower-frito-misto https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/cauliflower-frito-misto/#respond Tue, 11 Oct 2022 15:10:15 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=16501 This Cauliflower Frito Misto is sweet, slightly spicy, crunchy, and crave-able.  This recipe comes from the restaurant Sublime in Fort Lauderdale, which sadly closed a few years ago. Luckily, Sublime put its recipes into a cookbook! Notes: This recipe is served as an appetizer. It’s best served immediately after preparing so the cauliflower is still […]

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This Cauliflower Frito Misto is sweet, slightly spicy, crunchy, and crave-able. 

This recipe comes from the restaurant Sublime in Fort Lauderdale, which sadly closed a few years ago. Luckily, Sublime put its recipes into a cookbook!

Notes:

  • This recipe is served as an appetizer. It’s best served immediately after preparing so the cauliflower is still crispy on the outside. If you end up with leftovers, reheat them in an air fryer so they stay crispy!  
  • The recipe has been adjusted to make it gluten-free and we doubled the sauce – once you taste the sauce, you’ll understand why! But otherwise, the recipe is exactly the same! If you prefer light sauce, cut the sauce recipe in half.  

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. For the sweet chili sauce: Add water, garlic, and chili flakes to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Then add vinegar, sugar, and paprika. Simmer for about 15 minutes or until the sauce thickens to a syrupy consistency.  
  2. Heat oil to 350 degrees in a large frying pan. 
  3. Make the tempura batter by combining gluten-free flour, rice flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Then stir in 2 cups of cold soda water. Don’t overmix. The mixture should be about the thickness of a syrup. Slowly stir in the remaining soda water if it is not. 
  4. Dip cauliflower into tempura batter and fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.  
  5. Toss the chili sauce and fried cauliflower tempura in a large bowl. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. 
  6. Serve immediately & enjoy!
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No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/no-bake-chocolate-peanut-butter-protein-bars/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=no-bake-chocolate-peanut-butter-protein-bars https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/no-bake-chocolate-peanut-butter-protein-bars/#respond Fri, 29 Apr 2022 15:29:17 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=16188 Forgo store-bought protein bars with this super simple homemade option made with chocolate, peanut butter and NeoraFit Vanilla Plant-Based Protein Powder. Protein bars can be a convenient snack to help hold over hunger until your next meal. While store-bought options are often highly processed and packed with added sugar, these are made with just a […]

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Forgo store-bought protein bars with this super simple homemade option made with chocolate, peanut butter and NeoraFit Vanilla Plant-Based Protein Powder. Protein bars can be a convenient snack to help hold over hunger until your next meal. While store-bought options are often highly processed and packed with added sugar, these are made with just a handful of simple ingredients that provide high quality plant-based protein, filling fiber, good fats and just a touch of sweetness.

Lifestyle shot of No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Line a bread pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Place oats and protein powder in a food processor and blend until powdery.
  3. Add peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract and almond milk. Blend until a smooth batter forms. If the batter is too dry, add more almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time as needed.
  4. Press batter into the lined bread pan.
  5. Melt chocolate and pour over the bars (optional). Top with sea salt flakes (optional).
  6. Place bars in the freezer to set for 15-20 minutes. Remove from the freezer and cut into 6 to 8 bars. Store the bars in the refrigerator.
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Chocolate Chip Banana Oat Squares https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/chocolate-chip-banana-oat-squares/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chocolate-chip-banana-oat-squares https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/chocolate-chip-banana-oat-squares/#comments Tue, 26 Apr 2022 20:36:09 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=16160 Who says you can’t have chocolate for breakfast? These chocolate chip banana oat squares are packed with filling fiber to help fuel you through your morning along with energizing B vitamins which help convert the food we eat into usable energy. Bananas sweeten up this recipe enough that you can even omit the honey and […]

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Who says you can’t have chocolate for breakfast? These chocolate chip banana oat squares are packed with filling fiber to help fuel you through your morning along with energizing B vitamins which help convert the food we eat into usable energy. Bananas sweeten up this recipe enough that you can even omit the honey and chocolate chips for a no added sugar version. It tastes so decadent, you’ll want it for dessert as well!

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Pre-grease an 8 x 8 baking dish or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon and salt using a whisk and set aside. 
  3. In another large mixing bowl, whisk together bananas, egg, vanilla extract, honey and almond milk.
  4. Combined wet and dry ingredients using a spatula until you achieve a uniform batter. Gently fold in chocolate chips (optional).
  5. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center. Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before slicing into squares.
  6. Store in a container with a lid in the fridge or up to a week.

*For a no added sugar version of this recipe, you can omit the honey and chocolate chips

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NeoraFit Blueberry Protein Powder Bars https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/neorafit-blueberry-protein-powder-bars/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=neorafit-blueberry-protein-powder-bars https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/neorafit-blueberry-protein-powder-bars/#comments Fri, 25 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=16038 Try this recipe for an easy, tasty bar full of the goodness of blueberry and protein! INSTRUCTIONS Combine peanut butter and maple syrup until smooth. Mix in protein powder and blueberries. Add coconut oil if batter is too dry, and press dough into an 8×8” pan. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes to set, […]

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Try this recipe for an easy, tasty bar full of the goodness of blueberry and protein!

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Combine peanut butter and maple syrup until smooth.
  2. Mix in protein powder and blueberries. Add coconut oil if batter is too dry, and press dough into an 8×8” pan.
  3. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes to set, then remove and cut into bars.
  4. Store in fridge up to one week.
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Chocolate Cookie Dough Protein Balls https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/chocolate-cookie-dough-protein-balls/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chocolate-cookie-dough-protein-balls https://www.neora.com/blog/recipe/chocolate-cookie-dough-protein-balls/#respond Wed, 23 Feb 2022 19:07:07 +0000 https://neorablog.com/?post_type=recipe&p=16036 Craving choco-chip cookie dough but not the calories? Try this recipe! INSTRUCTIONS Combine NeoraFit Plant-Based Protein Powder and almond meal in a mixing bowl. Mix in almond butter and maple syrup until the batter feels like cookie dough. Add in chocolate chips, mix, and scoop dough with a cookie scoop and roll.

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Craving choco-chip cookie dough but not the calories? Try this recipe!

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Combine NeoraFit Plant-Based Protein Powder and almond meal in a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix in almond butter and maple syrup until the batter feels like cookie dough.
  3. Add in chocolate chips, mix, and scoop dough with a cookie scoop and roll.
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