Homemade Energy Bars

[GSG]

I haven't made these, but they sounded kinda good.

 

http://www.americast...de-energy-bars/

 

Makes 9 bars

 

6 ounces pitted dates (1 cup)

¼ cup sunflower seeds

¾ cup whole raw almonds

2 tablespoons chia seeds

¾ cup dried cranberries

2 tablespoons coconut oil

 

1. Line 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving excess hanging over the sides to make a sling.

2. Process all ingredients in food processor until finely ground, about 2 minutes. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish spread into even layer, pressing down using offset spatula or hand to firmly compress. Transfer to refrigerator and chill until mixture is firm, about 20 minutes.

3. Lift parchment sling out of baking dish and place on cutting board. Using sharp knife, cut into 9 bars. Bars can be refrigerated for up to 1 week or frozen up to 1 month.

[BigRedBuster]

I'm interested in trying these. I wonder if you could add protein to them some how to make them more of a protein bar.

[scarletNcream]

I'm interested in trying these. I wonder if you could add protein to them some how to make them more of a protein bar.

My son was a swimmer, I made tons of protein bars and and i can tell you 1 cup of almonds yields 20 grams of protein.

[GSG]

^^Yeah. I have a bag of raw almonds that I keep in my desk at work in case I need a little snack. It says 1 ounce = 6 grams of protein.

 

I bet you could add a little protein powder to the mix though. Not sure what flavor would be best. Maybe a fruit one.

[BigRedBuster]

I like the idea of almonds. I tend to not like supplements. Thanks for the ideas.