Raw Chocolate, Coconut and Seed Energy Bars Recipe

These healthy energy bars are the perfect midday pick-me-up.

Makes: 12

Time to prep: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 35g (1/2 cup) shredded coconut
• 50g (1/3 cup) raw unsalted cashew nuts
• 30g (1/4 cup) cacao powder
• 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons pepitas
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 50g craisins
• 70g dried figs, stem removed
• 250g fresh dates, pitted

Method

• Place coconut, cashews, cacao powder, sunflower seeds, pepitas and cinnamon in a food processor and process until all ingredients are finely chopped.
• Add the craisins and figs and process again until well combined. With the motor running, start adding the dates a few at a time, until all the dates are added and mixture starts to come together. Use clean hands to bring together completely, adding 1-2 teaspoons cold water if necessary.
• Press mixture evenly into a 19cm square (base measurement) baking tin, smoothing the surface with the back of a metal spoon. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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