Simple sweet snacks

I'm not sure about you but Christmas feels like an age ago with the chocolate overload that many of us seem to have enjoyed over the festive season. Since then we've had dry January and lots of green juices to get our bodies back in shape and ready for spring. Now it's time to start thinking of that summer holiday you may have booked and maybe the beach body you are looking to feel confident of. So along with regular exercise you need to find a sustainable way of eating that doesn't feel like you are depriving yourself. One of my new clients remarked on how I clearly love my food which she liked. It's true I do love food (maybe it's my Portuguese heritage) and I really believe life is too short to miss out on eating delicious things. If you also love food and ned to exercise to balance it out check out my blog post with a bodyweight workout that anyone can do to get fitter and stronger and if you are off to ski it is perfect. Click here for the free workout Sometimes nothing beats a little sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee so why not make it a healthy one that you can enjoy.ZITA’S PROTEIN BITES These easy to make high protein tasty treats are packed with good nutrition, fibre, good fats and are a satisfying way to enjoy a sweet treat that also gives you a good boost of protein. All ingredients should be available in good health food shops or supermarkets and the protein powder can be ordered via this link - click here. (You could use alternative protein powders too)INGREDIENTS2 packets of TRIM vanilla Protein powder2 tablespoons crunchy peanut butter or almond butter1 tablespoon chia seeds1 tablespoon coconut oil2 tablespoons almond milk or other milk1 tablespoon molasses or other sweetener2 tablespoons hulled hemp seeds1 tablespoon cinnamonMETHODMelt coconut oil with peanut butter and molasses and add to dry ingredients with milk, mix well and roll into small balls then refrigerate. Balls can also be rolled in sesame seeds to finish. Makes about 10 ballsAlternative recipe2 packets TRIM chocolate protein powder2 tablespoons crunchy peanut butter or almond butter1 tablespoon chia seeds1 tablespoon coconut oil2 tablespoons almond milk or other milk3 tablespoons chopped walnuts1 tablespoon cinnamonEnjoyZita x