Snack Smarter

From shore to sea, good food keeps people moving

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Published on 27 May 2026

Welcome Aboard!

In today’s maritime world, performance doesn’t stop between meals.

At BSM Catering Services, we believe that smart snacking plays a vital role in:

  • Sustaining energy during long working hours
  • Supporting focus, wellbeing and daily performance
  • Delivering consistent quality — both onboard and ashore

This digital booklet brings together 5 simple, nutritious snack recipes, developed with everyday ingredients and real operational environments in mind.

Each recipe is:

  • Easy to prepare
  • Portion‑controlled
  • Made with familiar ingredients such as oats, yoghurt, honey, peanut butter and fruit
  • Suitable for both office settings and vessels

Whether you’re at the office, at sea, or just passing our booth at Posidonia, these Smart Bites are designed to fuel people - simply, effectively and enjoyably.

Enjoy!

BSM Catering Services

Recipes

Peanut Butter Energy Balls

≈ 250 kcal per portion (2–3 balls)

Energy Boost | Healthy Fats | Fiber

Ingredients (1 portion)

  • Rolled oats – 30 g (⅓ cup)
  • Peanut butter – 1½ tbsp (25 g)
  • Honey – 1 tbsp (15 ml)
  • Dried fruit (dates or raisins), chopped – 15 g

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a bowl.
  2. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Roll into 2–3 small balls.
  4. Chill for 20 minutes before serving

Perfect for long shifts | Easy to carry

Yoghurt, Fruit & Oat Crunch Cup

≈ 220 kcal

Protein | Vitamins | Fiber

Ingredients (1 portion)

  • Greek yoghurt – 120 g
  • Rolled oats – 20 g
  • Honey – 1 tsp (5 ml)
  • Fresh fruit, chopped – 60 g

Instructions

  1. Lightly toast oats in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes (optional).
  2. Spoon yoghurt into a cup or jar.
  3. Add fruit on top.
  4. Sprinkle oats and drizzle with honey.
  5. Serve immediately or chill.

Light & fresh | Excellent for shore events

Frozen Yoghurt Fruit Bites with Dark Chocolate & Walnuts

≈ 210 kcal

Refreshing | Protein | Antioxidants | Healthy Fats

Ingredients (1 portion)

  • Greek yoghurt (plain) – 120 g
  • Honey – 1 tsp (5 ml)
  • Fresh fruit (berries, strawberries) – 50 g
  • Dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped – 15 g
  • Walnuts, chopped – 10 g

Instructions

  1. Add yoghurt and honey to a bowl and mix until smooth.
  2. Fold in the chopped fruit, dark chocolate, and walnuts.
  3. Spoon the mixture into a small cup or silicone mould.
  4. Gently tap to remove air pockets.
  5. Freeze for 2–3 hours until firm.
  6. Serve directly from the freezer.
  • No baking
  • Light, indulgent & nutritious
  • Ideal for warm climates and Mediterranean routes
Date & Nut Energy Stuffed Dates

≈ 190 kcal

Fast Energy | Healthy Fats | Natural Sugars

Ingredients (1 portion)

  • Large Medjool dates – 3 pieces
  • Peanut butter or almond butter – 1½ tbsp (25 g)
  • Walnuts or almonds, crushed – 10 g
  • Dark chocolate, finely grated (optional) – 5 g

Instructions

  1. Slice dates lengthwise and remove stones.
  2. Fill each date with nut butter.
  3. Sprinkle with crushed nuts and grated chocolate.
  4. Chill briefly or serve immediately.

No cooking

Ideal for quick energy boosts

Banana & Carrot Power Cake Bar (No Frosting)

≈ 260 kca

Sustained Energy | Fiber | Potassium

Ingredients (1 portion – 1 bar)

  • Ripe banana, mashed – ½ medium (60 g)
  • Carrot, finely grated – 40 g
  • Rolled oats – 30 g
  • Honey – 1 tbsp (15 ml)
  • Peanut butter – 1 tbsp (15 g)
  • Cinnamon – ¼ tsp

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 170°C.
  2. Mix banana, honey, and peanut butter until smooth.
  3. Stir in carrot, oats, and cinnamon.
  4. Press into a small, lined mould.
  5. Bake for 18–20 minutes until set.
  6. Cool and cut into one bar.

Familiar flavour, unexpected format

Ideal long‑energy snack

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