Description
Indulge in these rich and satisfying Chocolate Date Almond Bars that are both delicious and nutritious. Made with wholesome ingredients, these bars are perfect for a quick snack or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dates:
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates (softened if needed)
Almonds:
- 1 cup raw almonds
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (melted)
- Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Soften Dates: If dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- Prepare the Mixture: In a food processor, pulse almonds until finely chopped. Add dates, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla, and maple syrup or honey if using. Process until the mixture becomes sticky and holds together when pressed.
- Shape the Bars: Line a small baking dish with parchment paper. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish using your hands or the bottom of a glass.
- Add Chocolate: Pour melted chocolate over the top and spread evenly. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. Slice into bars and store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Notes
- You can use walnuts or cashews in place of almonds.
- Add shredded coconut, chia seeds, or protein powder for extra nutrition.
- These bars are great for healthy snacking or as a lunchbox treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
