Training & Nutrition

Healthy flapjack recipe for cyclists: quick, vegan and luxury options

3 healthy flapjack recipes including a quick microwave recipe, a vegan recipe, and a luxury chocolate and orange recipe. Perfect for cycling!

 

A super tasty flapjack, with vegan ingredients!

These tasty, oaty bites are vegan, and – if you make sure you go for gluten free oats – wheat-free too! The sweetness comes from the apple and banana, and you can play with amounts or add other ingredients like nuts or coconut for a bit of variety.

The amounts below will make about 15 bites, depending on how big you make them.

Ingredients:

  • 3 mashed bananas
  • 2 cups of oats
  • 1/3 of a cup of apple sauce (1 cooking apple, cooked and mashed)
  • 1/4 of a cup of almond milk (or rice/soya milk)
  • 1/2 a cup of raisins or sultanas
  • 1 tsp. vanilla essence
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon

Method:

1. Place all the ingredients in a bowl, and mix thoroughly

2. Grease or line a baking tray

3. Spoon out mixture into individual bites

4. Cook for 15 – 20 minutes at 180 degrees

5. Remove, allow to cool, and enjoy!

Healthy Flapjack Recipe Hints and Tips:

Try adding ingredients like coconut or other dried fruit. If you want more of a protein kick, try adding a protein powder to the mix.

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