Saturday, November 22, 2014

BRAIN BOOST SNACK

Studying for university is a mental challenge for most of us. When it comes to mental energy your diet plays an important part. You should not underestimate that. So, it is important to treat your body with the right nutrients and vitamins. For instance glucose, omega 3 and magnesium are three essential components for your brain. 


I found an easy recipe for nourishing bars in the Welt der Wunder magazine. You do not need a cooking talent to prepare those bars and they are not perishable if they are kept in a cold place like the fridge. You can also take them with you to university and boost your brain during a long day. 


Ingredients

200g     chopped walnuts
200g     oats 
50g        cane sugar
30g        flour
1 tbsp.  baking powder
1 tbsp.  cinnamon
50g       dark chocolate chips
50g       pumpkin seeds
125ml  honey
100g    dried apricots
135g     margarine

(Optional: 30g shredded coconuts)

Prepare step by step 

Step 1: Mix walnuts, oats, cane sugar, flour, baking powder, chocolate chips, pumpkin seeds, and shredded coconuts (if desired). 
Step 2: Chop dried apricots; add honey and margarine. Add apricot mixture to the walnut one and stir well. 
Step 3: Put the baking parchment on the cookie sheet. Then, put the mixture on the cookie sheet and spread it evenly. Preheat the oven to 160°C and cook the mixture for approximately 45 minutes. 
Step 4: Leave it to cool for 10 minutes. Cut it into bars and enjoy. 


Source: Welt der Wunder magazine

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