Healthy Candy Bars Recipe
150kcal
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups Pitted Dates adds natural sweetness and binds the bars
- 1 cup Nuts such as almonds or walnuts
- 1/2 cup Nut Butter such as almond or peanut butter
- 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder unsweetened
- 1 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup for sweetness
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 pinch Salt to balance sweetness
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 cup Dark Chocolate Chips for melting on top
- 1/4 cup Coconut Flakes for added texture
Method
Preparation Steps
- In a food processor, combine the pitted dates, nuts, nut butter, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until well combined and sticky.
- Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press down firmly and evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour to firm up.
- Carefully remove the mixture from the baking dish and cut into bars or squares.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the bars or sprinkle with coconut flakes if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Serving1barCalories150kcalCarbohydrates20gProtein3gFat7gSaturated Fat1gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat4gSodium5mgPotassium200mgFiber3gSugar10gCalcium2mgIron4mg