No-bake Energy Bars
Ingredients
¾ cup combined raw unsalted
almonds, walnuts, pumpkin
and sunflower seeds
¼ cup pitted dates
¼ cup dry figs
¼ cup almond butter
2 tbsp ground flax seeds
1 tsp cocoa powder
¼ tsp cinnamon powder
1 tsp olive oil
¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
Directions
1. Combine raw nuts, dates and figs in a food processor to desired consistency
2. Empty into a bowl and add the almond butter, ground flax seeds, cocoa powder and cinnamon and mix to combine
3. Grease the bottom of a 8x8” square pan with the olive oil
4. Spread the bar mixture in the pan and cover with shredded coconut
5. Keep refrigerated and enjoy!
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