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High-Protein Plant-Based Snack Bars finished dish

High-Protein Plant-Based Snack Bars

Recipe card for High-Protein Plant-Based Snack Bars.
Course: Dessert

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 150g (1 cup) almonds
  • 100g (1 cup) walnuts
  • 130g (1 cup) pumpkin seeds
  • 50g (1/2 cup) goji berries
  • 350g (2 heaping cups) pitted soft dates jelly-like consistency
  • 265g (1 cup) smooth almond butter or nut butter of choice preferably unsalted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt pink Himalayan salt recommended
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon or to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the almonds, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds. Pulse until they are coarsely chopped. You can leave some larger pieces for texture if you prefer.
  2. Add the Goji Berries and Dates: Add the goji berries and pitted dates to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture starts to come together and the dates are well incorporated, creating a sticky base for the bars.
  3. Incorporate the Nut Butter: Add the almond butter (or your preferred nut butter) to the mixture. Pulse until everything is well combined. The mixture should be sticky and hold together when pressed.
  4. Season the Mixture: Add the salt and ground cinnamon to the food processor. Pulse a few more times to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  5. Prepare the Baking Dish: Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper. This will make it easier to remove the bars later.
  6. Press the Mixture into the Dish: Transfer the mixture from the food processor to the prepared baking dish. Use your hands or the back of a spoon to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish. Make sure it is well-compacted to hold its shape when cut.
  7. Chill the Bars: Place the baking dish in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the mixture to set. You can also put it in the freezer for a quicker setting time, about 30 minutes.
  8. Cut into Bars: Once the mixture has set, remove it from the refrigerator or freezer. Lift the mixture out of the baking dish using the parchment paper and place it on a cutting board.
  9. Use a sharp knife to cut the mixture into bars or squares of your desired size.
  10. Store the Bars: Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. They can also be stored in the freezer for longer shelf life, up to three months.

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