These energy AND nutrient-dense bars are great for travel, long active adventures, and easy snacks.
Ingredients:
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1.5 cups pitted dates
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1/3 cup cocoa powder
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1/2 cup chia seeds
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1/2 cup coconut, shredded unsweetened
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1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips
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1/2 cup oats
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1 cup peanut butter
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1/3 cup maple syrup
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Blend dates in food processor until they make a ball on their own.
2. Add all other ingredients to the food processor until it makes a mostly uniform glob.
3. Smoosh glob into a wax paper lined baking dish and the glob is about 3/4 inch thick.
4. Place in freezer for a few hours.
5. Cut into squares to your liking.