A variety of nuts and seeds, along with dates and a generous helping of chocolate, make up the base of these sweetly satisfying vegan energy bars.
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine energy bars, gluten-free, vegan
Prep Time 25 minutesminutes
Total Time 25 minutesminutes
Servings 8
Author Stephanie McKercher, RDN
Ingredients
1.5cuppitted datesroughly chopped
2tablespoonwater
⅔cupalmonds
½cupsunflower seeds
¼cuphemp seeds
¼cupoats
2tablespoonchia seeds
2tablespooncacao nibs
2tablespoontahinimy tahini is pretty thin, you may need to add more water if the dough crumbles easily
1teaspoonvanilla
pinchof salt
Instructions
Add dates and water to food processor and process until broken down. Add remaining ingredients and pulse until mixture sticks when pressed together.
Line a small baking dish with parchment paper (optional) and press mixture into the dish with hand or back of spoon. Keep pressing until even and smooth.
Store in the freezer for about 20 minutes to set.
Remove parchment paper from dish and place dough on cutting board. Cut into 8 rectangular pieces and enjoy.