These bars, with a combination of hemp seeds and sesame seeds, are rightly called Brain Food Bars! Hemp seeds are a source of protein and also contain a lot of potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc.
The fats in sesame seeds have a positive effect on hormone balance. And did you know that tahini is also made from sesame seeds? These bars can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months, but they probably won't last that long...
Craving a healthy snack? Then this recipe is highly recommended!
What do you need for this healthy snack?
For approximately 12 bars:
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10 Medjool dates, pitted
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6 tablespoons tahini
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6 tablespoons almond butter
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9 tablespoons (gluten-free) oatmeal
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4 tablespoons hemp seeds
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2 tablespoons sesame seeds
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Zest of 1 lemon
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Pinch of salt
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100g dark chocolate (at least 70%)
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1 tablespoon coconut oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
How to make this healthy snack?
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Pit the dates and soak them in warm water for 10 minutes;
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Place the dates with the tahini, almond butter, oatmeal, hemp seeds, sesame seeds, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt in a food processor and blend until a dough-like consistency;
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Spread the dough into the bar molds of a silicone baking pan and press down firmly (it is also possible to use a greased loaf pan and later cut the whole into bars);
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Place the baking pan in the refrigerator for 20 minutes;
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Meanwhile, melt the chocolate au bain-marie, along with the coconut oil and vanilla extract;
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Then pour the melted chocolate evenly over the bars and sprinkle with some extra sesame and hemp seeds;
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Place the baking pan in the freezer, and after 60 minutes, your brain food bars are ready!
Enjoy!
