Nutty Chocolate Delight Bars
Indulge in the rich and fudgy goodness of these vegan chocolate chip walnut bars. Packed with the natural sweetness of dates and the crunchiness of walnuts and almonds, these bars are a delightful combination of flavors. With the added boost of navy beans and the decadence of unsweetened cacao chips, these bars are perfect for a guilt-free treat.
ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup cooked navy beans
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 cup almonds, chopped
- 1 cup unsweetened cacao chips
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean powder
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a square baking pan with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a food processor, blend the dates and navy beans until well combined and smooth.
- 3.
Transfer the date and bean mixture into a mixing bowl.
- 4.
Add the walnuts, almonds, cacao chips, and vanilla bean powder to the bowl.
- 5.
Mix everything together until evenly combined.
- 6.
Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan.
- 7.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 8.
Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- 9.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
