Pink Lady Apple Raspberry and Almond Energy Bar
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Makes 12 bars
15 mins prep time
25 mins cooking time
recipe courtesy of our friends at pinkladyapples.co.uk
Pink Lady Apple Raspberry and Almond Energy Bar is a wholesome, naturally energising snack that combines fruity sweetness, nutty richness, and a satisfying texture. Perfect for on-the-go fuel, mid-afternoon pick-me-ups, or pre- and post-workout energy, these bars are both nourishing and delicious.
At the heart of the Pink Lady Apple Raspberry and Almond Energy Bar recipe are Pink Lady apples, known for their crisp bite and naturally sweet-tart flavour. When grated or gently cooked down, they add natural moisture and sweetness to the bars, helping to bind the ingredients together while keeping them soft and flavourful. Their refreshing taste forms the perfect base for the fruity profile of the snack.
Raspberries bring a vibrant burst of tangy sweetness and a slight tartness that balances the apple beautifully. Whether fresh or dried, they add colour, flavour, and a natural antioxidant boost, making the bars feel both indulgent and nutritious.
Almonds provide the essential crunch and richness that give these energy bars their satisfying texture. Lightly toasted almonds enhance their nutty depth, while almond butter or ground almonds can also be used to help bind the mixture and add creaminess. This nutty element pairs perfectly with the fruit, creating a well-rounded flavour profile.
Often combined with oats, honey, or maple syrup, the mixture is pressed into a tray and baked or chilled until set. As it firms up, the ingredients meld together into a chewy, hearty bar that holds its shape while remaining soft and enjoyable to bite into.
Pink Lady Apple Raspberry and Almond Energy Bars are perfect for meal prep, lunchboxes, or healthy snacking throughout the day. They offer a natural balance of energy, fibre, and flavour, making them a delicious alternative to processed snacks. Fresh, fruity, and satisfying, they are a simple way to enjoy wholesome ingredients in every bite.
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Ingredients
You'll Need
- 4 large free range eggs
- 120g unrefined caster sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Zest of ½ small orange
- 190g ground almonds
- 24 frozen raspberries (don’t defrost)
- 1 Pink Lady® apple, unpeeled, cored and sliced thinly
- 1 tsp apricot jam to glaze
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Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C/gas mark 4. Grease the tray bake tin (if possible, use a 12 x miniature tray bake tin. Otherwise, the cake can be sliced once baked). If you don’t have one, use 12 silicone muffin cases, or indeed, an 8”/20cm loose-bottomed cake tin.
- Separate the yolks from the whites of the eggs. Place four yolks into one bowl and, in a separate bowl, the whites of just three of the eggs, reserving the last egg white for the glaze.
- Using an electric whisk, whisk the three egg whites until they form soft peaks, then set aside.
- Take the bowl with the egg yolks and add the sugar, cinnamon and orange zest. Whisk until pale and creamy. Then stir in the ground almonds. This will make the mixture quite stiff, don’t worry, it’s meant to be like that!
- Using a metal spoon, gently fold in the egg whites, a little at a time, until completely combined.
- Spoon the mixture into your bar tray. Press one or two frozen raspberries down into each bar and then lay a couple of Pink Lady® apple slices on top, pressing the white edge down into the mixture to show off the lovely blush of the apple skin.
- Cook in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
- In a small bowl or cup, mix together a teaspoon of jam with a teaspoon of the remaining egg white. Using a pastry brush, carefully paint each bar with this mixture to produce a glossy finish. Leave in the tin until completely cool.