Brownie-Maca Energy Bars Recipe

Name: Brownie-Maca Energy Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup packed soft whole dates, such as Deglet, pitted; 1/2 cup raw almonds; 1/2 cup raw walnuts; 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 tablespoons raw hemp seeds; 2 tablespoons maca powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons water; 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips; Melted dark chocolate, for drizzling, optional; Chestnut flakes, for sprinkling, optional (see Cook's Note)

Servings: persons

1 cup packed soft whole dates, such as Deglet, pitted
1/2 cup raw almonds
1/2 cup raw walnuts
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons raw hemp seeds
2 tablespoons maca powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Melted dark chocolate, for drizzling, optional
Chestnut flakes, for sprinkling, optional (see Cook's Note)

1
Line a 9-by-5-by-3-inch loaf pan with an overhanging piece of parchment paper to easily remove the bars.
2
In a food processor, pulse together the dates, almonds, walnuts, cocoa powder, hemp seeds, maca powder, salt and water until the mixture starts to clump together.
3
Pulse in the chocolate chips.
4
Transfer the date mixture to the prepared pan and, using a greased piece of parchment paper, press down firmly to spread evenly.
5
Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
6
Remove the date bar from the pan and cut evenly into 6 bars.
7
Drizzle the bars with melted chocolate and sprinkle with chestnut flakes if using.

274

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup packed soft whole dates, such as Deglet, pitted, 1/2 cup raw almonds, 1/2 cup raw walnuts, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, and more.

Yes, Brownie-Maca Energy Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Brownie-Maca Energy Bars

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