Week 1 Meals

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- Measuring cup


1

Unsweetened Almond Milk



162g g (1 cup)

- Kitchen Knife

1


Bananas, flesh only


100 g (1 medium banana)

- Measuring cup


1

Cocoa Powder

5 g (1 tablespoon)


- Measuring Spoon

1

Gluten-Free Oats


80 g (1 cup)

Measuring Spoon

1

Organic Honey

5 g (1 teaspoon)

Prep

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Peel the banana and chop it into small pieces.

3

Measure all other ingredients accurately.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Add almond milk, banana, oats, cocoa powder, and honey into a blender.

2 minutes 

All ingredients are combined.

2

Blend until smooth and creamy.

1 minute

Ensure there are no lumps.

3

Serve immediately or chill before drinking.

Shake is ready to enjoy.

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Kitchen knife

1

Carrots, raw

240g

High power blender

1

Ginger, fresh

5g

Chopping board

1

Orange juice, freshly squeezed

160g

Weighing scales

1



Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment

2

Peel carrots & ginger

3

Cut the carrots and ginger into thumb sized pieces

4

Measure out the orange juice into the blender cup

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Place the carrots and ginger into the blender cup with the orange juice

1 minute

Place all content is in the blender cup

2

Attach the blender

1 minute

The cup is correctly attached

3

Switch on and blend until a juice has formed

1 minute

Blend until your preference is reached

4

Sieve out any of the pulp to preference of how you like your juice

1 minute

Use the sieve if your juice preference is smooth

5

Place into a glass with ice

1 minute


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Measuring cup

1

Unsweetened almond milk

253 ml

Measuring spoon

1

Almond butter

20 g

Blender

1

Cherries, canned, pitted

179 g

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment

2

Measure out the almond milk, almond butter, and cherries

3

Add all ingredients into a blender

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Add almond milk, almond butter, and cherries to the blender

1 minute 

Ensure all ingredients are combined

2

Blend the mixture until smooth

2 minute  

Achieve a creamy and smooth texture

3

Pour into a glass and serve


Ready to enjoy

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- Measuring Cup

1

  Bananas, flesh only 

200 g (2 medium bananas) 

-Measuring Spoon


1

Strawberries, raw

160 g (1 cup, halved)

-Blender

1

Almond Milk, unsweetened 

 253 ml (1 cup) 


-Measuring Cup

1

Organic Honey

5 g

Prep

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure all ingredients accurately.  

3

Peel and slice the bananas. 

4

Hull and halve the strawberries. 

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Combine almond milk, bananas, strawberries, and honey in a blender. 

2 minutes 

All ingredients are combined. 

2

 Blend on high until smooth and creamy.

1 minute

Mixture is smooth and consistent. 

3

Pour into a glass and serve immediately. 

1 minute

Drink is ready to enjoy. 

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Baking tray 

1

Chicken, light meat, raw, diced 

175 g (1 cup) 

Kitchen Knife

2

Sweet potatoes, raw, flesh only 

135 g (1 small piece) 

Mixing Bowl

1

Guacamole, retail 

35 g (1¼ tablespoons) 

Measuring spoon

2

Salsa, retail 

35 g (1¼ tablespoons) 




Reduced fat sour cream

35 g (1¼ tablespoons) 



Carb Lite Wraps

100 g (2 tortillas, 50 g each) 

Prep

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure all ingredients accurately.

3

Wash and dice the sweet potatoes into wedges. 

4

Prepare the chicken by dicing into small cubes. 

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Place the sweet potato wedges on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through. 

30 minutes 

Sweet potato wedges are golden and tender

2

Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Cook the diced chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned.  

8 minutes

Chicken is cooked through with no pink centre.

3

Warm the tortillas in the oven or on a pan for 2 minutes to soften them. 

2 minutes

Tortillas are warm and pliable. 

4

Plate the roasted sweet potato wedges and cooked chicken. Serve with guacamole, salsa, and reduced-fat sour cream on the side. 

2 minutes

Dish is plated and ready to enjoy. 

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Serving Bowl 

1

Granola

60 g (1⅓ servings) 

Measuring Cup

1

Mascarpone cheese

30 g (1¼ tablespoons)

Measuring spoon

2

Vanilla essence

2.5 g (½ teaspoon) 

Chopping Board


1

Strawberries, raw 

30 g (2⅓ medium berries) 

Kitchen Knife


Blueberries, raw 

24 g (1 portion) 

Raspberries, raw 

30 g (7½ berries)

Prep

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure all ingredients accurately.

3

Wash the strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries thoroughly. Slice strawberries if desired. 

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

 Place the granola in a serving bowl.

1 minute

Granola is ready as the base.

2

Add the mascarpone cheese to the granola, spreading or mixing as preferred.

1-2 minutes


Mascarpone adds creaminess to the granola. 

3

Drizzle the vanilla essence over the granola and mascarpone. Stir lightly to combine.

2 minutes

Vanilla essence is evenly distributed.

4

Top with strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Spread them evenly for presentation.

2 minutes

Berries are evenly layered on top. 

5

Serve immediately as a fresh and healthy breakfast or dessert.

1 minute

Dish is plated and ready to enjoy.

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-Kitchen Knife

1

 Potatoes, old, baked, flesh and skin 

 275 g (1 large potato) 

-Kitchen Spoon

1

Avocados, flesh only 

 140 g (1 average avocado) 

-Can Opener

1

 White Tuna in Olive Oil

158 g (1 tin) 

Prep

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure all ingredients accurately.

3

Wash the potato thoroughly before baking. 

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). 

5 minutes 

Oven is ready for baking. 

2

Place the potato on a baking tray. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the potato is soft inside and the skin is crisp.

50-60 minutes

Potato is fully cooked. 

3

Once the potato is done, slice it open lengthwise. Scoop out some flesh to create a cavity.

2 minute

Potato is prepared for filling. 

4

Mash the avocado flesh with a fork. Optionally, season with salt and pepper. 

2 minutes

Avocado is mashed and seasoned. 

5

Drain the White Tuna from its olive oil. Flake the tuna with a fork. 

1 minutes

Tuna is prepared for assembly. 

6

Fill the potato cavity with mashed avocado. Top with flaked tuna. Serve immediately. 

1 minutes

Dish is ready to enjoy.

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Kitchen Knife

1

Gnocchi, cooked

120 g (1¾ portions)

Baking tray

1

Chicken Supreme

150 g

Saucepan

1

Ricotta cheese

50 g (5 teaspoons)

Measuring spoon

1

Walnuts, kernel only

20 g (1⅓ portion)

Blender (optional)

1

Sainsbury’s Lighter Green Pesto

100 g (0.53 pack)

Chopping board

1

Butternut squash

100 g (0.71 cup cubes)

Steamer or Saucepan

1

Tender-stem Organic Broccoli

80 g (⅓ pack)

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Peel the squash and remove seeds.

3

Chop butternut squash into small cubes.

4

Prepare broccoli by cutting into even portions.

5

Cook gnocchi according to package instructions.

6

Toast walnuts lightly in a dry pan.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Roast butternut squash in a preheated oven at 200°C until soft.

20 minutes 

Prepare squash for purée.

2

Blend roasted squash into a smooth purée.

3 minutes 

Achieve a creamy texture for the purée.

3

Steam broccoli for until tender.

2 minutes 

Broccoli should be vibrant and soft.

4

Heat gnocchi in a pan with a small amount of oil until lightly browned.

5 minutes 

Gnocchi should be golden and crispy.

5

Assemble plate with squash purée, roasted gnocchi, chicken, and broccoli. Add walnuts and pesto to garnish.

5 minutes

Dish is assembled and ready to serve.

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Kitchen Knife

1

Barley pearl, raw

80 g (1.6 x ¼ cup)

Baking tray

1

Butter beans, boiled

311 g (1 package)

Saucepan

1

Ricotta cheese

150 g (5 tablespoons)

Measuring spoon

1

Parmesan cheese

30 g (2 tablespoons)

Chopping board

1

Mushrooms, brown, raw

100 g (5 pieces)

Mixing bowl

1

Potatoes, raw, flesh only

100 g (¾ small potato)

Measuring spoon

1

Garlic, raw

3 g (1 clove)

Steamer

1

Leeks, raw

89 g (1 leek)

Baking tray

1

Shallots, raw

10 g (1 tablespoon)

Bowl

1

Merchant Gourmet Mixed Grains

150 g (1 serving)

Mixing spoon

1

Chives, fresh

4.5 g (1½ tablespoons)

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Chop mushrooms, potatoes, and leeks into 3cm pieces.

3

Boil barley pearl according to package instructions.

4

Prepare garlic and shallots by mincing.

5

Grate Parmesan cheese and set aside.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Roast potatoes in the oven at 200°C until golden.

20 minutes 

Potatoes should be crispy and tender.

2

Sauté leeks, garlic, and shallots in a pan until soft.

10 minutes 

Vegetables are fragrant and softened.

3

Add boiled barley, mushrooms, and butter beans to the sautéed mix.

5 minutes 

Ingredients are combined evenly.

4

Mix ricotta cheese and Parmesan into the casserole mixture.

3 minutes 

Cheese is fully incorporated.

5

Transfer casserole to an oven-safe dish and bake for 15 minutes at 180°C.

15 minutes

Dish is heated through and lightly browned.

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Kitchen Knife

1

Haddock, flesh only, grilled

160 g (1⅓ medium)

Saucepan

1

Basmati rice, boiled

80 g (1 small portion)

Baking tray

1

Carrots, raw

100 g

Chopping board

1

Beetroot, cooked

100 g (2⅔ portions)

Measuring spoon

1

Mr. Organic Rapeseed Oil

10 ml

Citrus juicer

1

Lemons, whole

130 g (1 lemon)

Mixing spoon

1

Organic Honey

20 g

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan) or equivalent.

3

Prepare haddock by seasoning and setting aside.

4

Boil basmati rice according to package instructions.

5

Drain and slice the beetroot into wedges.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Place haddock on a baking tray and drizzle with lemon juice.

2 minutes 

Haddock is seasoned and ready for roasting.

2

Roast haddock in the oven for 15 minutes.

15 minutes 

Cook until the haddock is tender and flaky.

3

Heat carrots with maple glaze in a saucepan.

5 minutes 

Ensure carrots are warm and glazed evenly.

4

Plate rice, carrots, beetroot, and haddock.

2 minutes 

Arrange components for serving.

5

Drizzle honey and rapeseed oil over the dish for flavour.

1 minutes

Add finishing touches.

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Kitchen Knife

1

Salmon, grilled

150 g (1½ portions)

Saucepan

1

Wholewheat spaghetti, dried

100 g (1⅔ portions)

Steamer

1

Tender-stem broccoli

40 g (⅓ pack)

Mixing bowl

1

Green beans, raw

40 g (2⅓ tablespoons)

Measuring spoon

1

Mr. Organic Rapeseed Oil

15 ml

Citrus juicer

1

Lemons, whole, without pips

130 g (1 lemon)

Chopping board

1

Sweetcorn, baby, canned, drained

40 g (1⅔ pieces)

Mixing spoon

1

Tarragon, fresh

10 g (10 sprigs)

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Slice green beans and sweetcorn into small pieces.

3

Boil spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions.

4

Steam broccoli until tender.

5

Juice the lemon and set aside.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Bake the salmon until cooked through (10-12 minutes).

12 minutes

Salmon should be tender and flaky.

2

Add the spaghetti, corn, green beans & broccoli to a pan of boiling water

1 minutes

Boil until all are soft and cooked.

3

Combine cooked spaghetti, green beans, and sweetcorn in a mixing bowl.

5 minutes

Spaghetti and vegetables evenly combined.

4

Add steamed broccoli to the mix.

2 minutes

Ensure all vegetables are well-mixed.

5

Drizzle the mix with lemon juice and rapeseed oil.

1 minutes

Enhance flavour with dressing.

6

Garnish with tarragon sprigs and serve alongside the grilled salmon.

2 minutes

Final touches for plating.

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Kitchen Knife

1

King prawns, cooked

140 g (1 cup)

Saucepan

1

Udon noodles, cooked

150 g (1 serving/block)

Chopping board

1

Carrots, raw

120 g (1 large carrot)

Mixing bowl

1

Portobello mushrooms, raw

40 g (½ mushroom)

Measuring spoon

1

Toasted sesame oil

10 ml (⅔ of 15 ml serving)

Grater

1

Ginger, fresh

5 g (1 thumb-sized piece)

Saucepan

1

itsu Classic Ramen Broth

250 ml (1 serving)

Measuring spoon

1

Soy sauce, reduced sodium

18 g (1 tablespoon)

Boiling pan

1

Egg, raw

57 g (1 size 3 egg)

Kitchen Knife

1

Red chili peppers, raw

20 g (1 medium pepper)

Chopping board

1

Spring onions, raw

11 g (1 small onion)

Bowl

1

Coriander leaves, fresh

20 g (20 sprigs)

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Slice carrots, mushrooms, and chilli peppers thinly.

3

Boil egg to your preference (soft – 7 minutes or hard boiled – 10 minutes)

4

Chop spring onions and coriander leaves.

5

Grate ginger finely and set aside.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Heat Ramen Broth in a saucepan until simmering.

5 minutes 

Broth should be warm and flavourful.

2

Add udon noodles, carrots, and mushrooms to the broth.

3 minutes 

Vegetables and noodles are heated through.

3

Add prawns, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the mix.

2 minutes 

Enhance flavour and warm the prawns.

4

Plate the ramen and top with boiled egg halves, spring onions, coriander, and chilli peppers.

2 minutes 

Dish is garnished and ready to serve.

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Kitchen Knife

1

Welsh lamb rump steaks

150 g (½ pack)

Saucepan

1

Potatoes, new and salad, boiled

80 g (1 large potato)

Mixing bowl

1

Red, peppers

290 g (1 serving)

Chopping board

1

Red onions, raw

60 g (½ small onion)

Measuring spoon

1

Kalamata olives

15 g (1 serving)

Mixing spoon

1

Little Gem lettuce, organic

45 g

Kitchen Knife

1

Cucumber, raw, with skin

30 g (1⅓ portions)

Boiling pan

1

Green beans, boiled

30 g (½ average portion)

Mixing bowl

1

Tarragon, fresh

10 g (10 sprigs)

Grater

1

Egg, raw

57 g (1 size 3 egg)

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Slice potatoes, red onions, cucumber, and green beans.

3

Boil potatoes and green beans until tender.

4

Season lamb rump steaks with salt and pepper.

5

Chop tarragon and prepare stuffed quail egg peppers.

6

Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 1 minute.

7

Rest the lamb for 5 minutes

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Sear lamb rump steaks in a hot pan, then roast in the oven at 180°C for 10 minutes.

10 minutes 

Lamb should be cooked to medium-rare.

2

Roast the peppers alongside the lamb.

10 minutes 

Peppers should be heated through.

3

Combine boiled potatoes, green beans, and red onions in a mixing bowl.

3 minutes 

Vegetables are evenly mixed.

4

Plate lamb with mixed vegetables, stuffed peppers, and garnish with tarragon.

2 minutes 

Dish is assembled and ready to serve.

5

Drizzle light jus over the lamb for added flavour.

1 minutes

Enhance taste with the jus.

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- Baking Tray

1

 Chicken leg quarters, roasted 

180 g (2 medium pieces) 

-Mixing Pot

1

 Sweet potato, raw, peeled

180 g (¾ medium potato) 

-Kitchen Knife

1

 Jerk Seasoning 

10 g (3⅓ teaspoons)

-Measuring Cup

1

Chicken stock cube 

10 g (1 cube) 

-Measuring Spoon

1

Water, tap 

250 g (1 cup) 

-Chopping Board


Hand Shelled Peas

40 g (¼ pack) 

Jus

60 g 

Prep

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure all ingredients accurately.

3

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. 

4

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). 

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Place the chicken leg quarters on a baking tray. Rub with jerk seasoning, ensuring even coverage. Roast in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through.

45 minutes 

Chicken is fully cooked with a crispy skin.

2

While the chicken is roasting, boil the sweet potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender. Drain and mash with a fork. Add a small amount of butter or seasoning if desired. 

20 minutes

Sweet potato mash is smooth and ready. 

3

In a small saucepan, dissolve the chicken stock cube in 250 ml of water over medium heat to make the jus. Stir occasionally until well combined. 

5 minutes

Jus is flavourful and ready for plating. 

4

Steam the peas for 3-4 minutes or boil until tender. Drain and set aside. 

4 minutes

Peas are cooked and bright green. 

5

Plate the roasted chicken legs with the sweet potato mash and steamed peas. Drizzle with jerk jus before serving. 

2 minutes

Dish is plated and ready to enjoy. 

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Baking tray 

1

Cod Loin

180 g (1 large fillet)

Kitchen Brush 

1

Cherry tomatoes, raw 

140 g (1 cup) 

Kitchen Knife

2

Baby spinach, raw 

40 g (2 cups) 

Measuring Spoon

2

Pomegranate Seeds 

20 g (¼ pack) 

Measuring Cup

1


Harissa paste 

15 g (1 tablespoon) 

Mixing Bowl

1

Olive oil 

5 ml (1 teaspoon) 

Prep

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure all ingredients accurately.

3

Wash the cherry tomatoes and baby spinach thoroughly. 

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper. 

5 minutes 

Oven is ready for cooking. 

2

Place the cod loin on the baking tray. Brush generously with harissa paste and drizzle with olive oil. 

2 minutes

Cod is evenly coated with seasoning.

3

Bake the cod in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. 

15 minutes

Cod is cooked to perfection. 

4

While the cod bakes, halve the cherry tomatoes and prepare the salad by combining the spinach, tomatoes, and pomegranate seeds in a bowl. 

5 minutes

Salad ingredients are ready. 

5

 Plate the spinach salad and top with the baked cod fillet. Garnish with additional pomegranate seeds and serve immediately. 

2 minutes

Dish is plated and ready to enjoy. 

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Measuring cup

1

Gluten-free oats

50 g (5 tbsp)

Measuring cup

1

Almond Unsweetened Drink

120 ml

Measuring spoon

1

Soya milk yogurt, plain, fortified

80 g (2 tbsp)

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure out the oats, almond drink, and yogurt.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Combine oats, almond drink, and yogurt in a bowl.

2 minutes 

Ensure ingredients are evenly mixed.

2

Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight.

8 minutes 

Allow oats to absorb the liquid.

3

Stir before serving and garnish as desired.

1 minutes 

Ready to serve.

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Mixing bowl

1

Pecans, kernel only

45 g (3 average portions)

Measuring spoon

4

Dried apricots

45 g (5⅔ pieces, no stone)

Spatula

1

Dried Goldenberries

45 g (½ pack)

Measuring cup

3

Pumpkin seeds

45 g (11 teaspoons)



Sesame seeds

30 g (7½ teaspoons)



Ground Almonds

30 g (0.2 pack)



Gluten-free oats

190 g (19 tablespoons)



Ground cinnamon

0.5 g (0.22 teaspoon)



Unsalted butter

95 g (6½ tablespoons)



Organic Honey

85 g (¼ pack)



Demerara sugar

95 g (19 teaspoons)

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure all ingredients accurately.

3

Chop pecans, dried apricots, and goldenberries if necessary.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Combine oats, butter, honey, sugar, cinnamon, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits in a mixing bowl.

5 minutes 

Ensure all ingredients are evenly combined.

2

Press the mixture firmly into a lined baking tray.

2 minutes 

Mixture is compact and evenly spread.

3

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before cutting into bars.

1 minutes 

Bars are set and firm.

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Mixing bowl 

1

  Buckwheat flour 

60 g (½ cup)

Chopping Board

1

 Baking powder, gluten-free 

2 g (½ level teaspoon)

Kitchen Knife

1

 Sugar, white 

5 g (1 teaspoon) 

Measuring Cup

2

 Unsweetened almond milk 

50 ml (3⅓ tablespoons) 

Frying pan

1

Unsalted butter 

9 g (1 teaspoon) 

Measuring spoon

2

Low-fat crème fraîche

36 g (1 tablespoon) 

Almonds, with skin 

5 g (½ average portion) 

Walnuts, kernel only 

5 g (⅓ average portion) 

Chia seeds 

5 g (½ tablespoon)

Sunflower seeds 

5 g (½ tablespoon) 

Organic Honey 

5 g (1 teaspoon) 

Eggs, whole, raw

47 g (1 small egg)

Prep

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure all ingredients accurately.

3

Mix dry ingredients (buckwheat flour, baking powder, sugar) in a bowl.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, egg, and melted butter until fully combined. 

2 minutes 

Wet ingredients are fully incorporated. 

2

Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a whisk until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Avoid overmixing.

3 minutes

Batter is smooth and ready to cook. 

3

Heat a non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with additional butter if needed. 

1 minute

Pan is preheated and ready for pancakes. 

4

Pour a ladle of batter onto the pan, spreading into a circular shape. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to set. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining batter. 

10-12 minutes

Pancakes are golden and cooked through. 

5

Plate the pancakes and top with crème fraîche, nuts (almonds, walnuts), seeds (chia, sunflower), and a drizzle of honey.

3 minutes

Pancakes are golden and cooked through. 

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Equipment

Quantity

Ingredients

Quantity

Mixing bowl

1

Curtis Pitted Dates

225 g (0.11 x pack)

Measuring spoon

1

Coconut Oil (solid)

81 g (3 tbsp)

Measuring spoon

1

Cocoa Powder

15 g (6 tsp)

Chopping board

1

Almonds, chopped (with skin)

225 g (2 ½ cups)

Measuring spoon

1

Meridian Smooth Almond Butter

60 g (0.35 x pack)

Preparation

Step

Task

1

Clean and sanitise all equipment.

2

Measure out all ingredients accurately.

3

Chop almonds into small pieces.

Let’s Get Cooking

Step

Task

Time

Goal

1

Combine pitted dates, chopped almonds, coconut oil, almond butter, and cocoa powder in a mixing bowl.

5 minutes 

Ingredients are fully combined.

2

Mix thoroughly until the texture allows for shaping into balls.

2 minutes 

Mixture should be cohesive.

3

Shape mixture into small balls of desired size.

3 minutes 

Form uniform power balls.

4

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

1 minutes 

Power balls are set and ready to eat.

Nutritional Information