Nutty Date Bars
Indulge in these scrumptious and healthy bars without the use of flour. Loaded with dates, peanuts, coconut, and peanut butter, these guilt-free treats will satisfy your cravings for a sweet and crunchy snack.
ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- 1/4 cup all-natural smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cacao powder
- 1/4 cup oat flour (gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 cup soaked dates (pitted)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
steps
- 1.
In a food processor, blend dates, peanuts, peanut butter, coconut oil, cacao powder, oat flour, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt until a sticky dough forms.
- 2.
Line a baking dish with parchment paper and press the dough evenly into the bottom.
- 3.
In a saucepan, combine soaked dates, peanut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt for the caramel layer. Heat over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- 4.
Pour the caramel over the dough and spread it evenly.
- 5.
For the nutty topping, mix chopped roasted peanuts and shredded coconut. Sprinkle this mixture over the caramel layer, pressing gently.
- 6.
Place the dish in the freezer for at least 1 hour to set.
- 7.
Once set, remove from the freezer and cut into bars or squares.
- 8.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
