No-Bake Toasted Coconut, Date, And Nut Bars

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   Preheat the oven to 350u00b0 F.

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   Spread the coconut evenly across a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 3 minutes. Stir well and then cook for another 2 minutes, or until golden and fragrant.

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   Set the toasted coconut aside and use the same baking sheet to toast the cashews for an additional 5 minutes, or until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the coconut, cashews, dates, cinnamon, and salt into a food processor.

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   Pulse the ingredients until they're crumb-sized (a few larger pieces are fine).

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   Add the coconut butter and 1/2 tablespoon coconut oil to the food processor and continue pulsing until the mixture begins to clump. If it seems dry, add another 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil.

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   Line an 8 x 8-inch brownie pan with parchment paper, allowing two sides to hang over the side of the pan. Dab a bit of coconut oil on the brownie pan to help the parchment stick to the two longer sides. Press the mixture into the pan, using a piece of plastic wrap to help flatten the mixture evenly. Freeze the mixture for 15 to 20 minutes and then slice the bars into 8 pieces.

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   Wrap the bars individually and store in the refrigerator or freezer. (I personally like them frozen!)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.