Sunday 26 January 2014

                              Whole wheat almond and cherry slice with flaxseed

Are you looking for that perfect tea time partner that is tasty and yet healthy? Well look no further as I present you the perfect guilt free slice. It is made from whole wheat flour and cut into bite sized squares which will help you control your portion.Wait!! it doesn't just stop here,the goodness continues.These slices have flaxseed which is a good source of fibre and omega 3 and a great antioxidant.All fun and no guilt!!!

Makes 12-14 slices
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 spoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup wheat germ
  • 1 tablespoon milled flaxseed 
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup cherries de seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 cup almond flakes
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  •  4 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Preheat oven to 180 C. Mix the milk and lemon juice and let it sit for at least 5 minutes until the milk separates and you get butter milk. In a bowl beat the eggs and vanilla extract. Add the rest of the wet ingredients including the butter milk. Mix in the dry ingredients except for the almond flakes and start folding until you get a sticky and thick batter. Add the chopped cherries and give it a last mix.Take a medium sized square brownie baking tray which is about 1/1.5 inches thick. Either spray or brush some vegetable oil and pour the batter.Tap the tray in the counter a few time so that the batter is evenly spread out.Evenly sprinkle the almond flakes on the top and bake for approximately 10-15 minutes until a tooth pick inserted comes out clean. Before getting it out of the tray, let it cool down completely. After, it has cooled down cut them into squares and enjoy!!

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