Ingredients
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12-15 soft, de-seeded dates
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1 cup salted and roasted peanuts (or cashews as an alternative)
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120 gms dark chocolate (80% cocoa or higher)
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Toasted sesame seeds or nuts for garnish (optional)
About
This simple recipe will satisfy your sweet cravings while also providing a healthy dose of protein and antioxidants. Just blend dates and peanuts, mix in melted dark chocolate, and let it set before cutting into bars. Sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds or nuts for an extra crunch! Store these bars in the fridge for up to a month and enjoy any time you need a quick and delicious snack.
Steps
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In a blender jar, add the soft de-seeded dates. Blend until you get a smooth paste. Do not add water. |
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Add the salted and roasted peanuts (or cashews) to the date paste. Coarsely grind them together. Ensure it's not ground into a fine powder; some texture should remain. |
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Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler until smooth and completely melted. |
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Pour the melted chocolate over the peanuts and dates mixture. |
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Mix everything together thoroughly until the peanuts and dates are evenly coated with chocolate. |
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Line a tray with parchment paper. Spread the mixture evenly onto the lined tray, smoothing it out with a spatula. |
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Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or nuts on top of the warm chocolate mixture, if desired. |
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Let the bar sit at room temperature or place it in the fridge to set properly. |
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Once the chocolate has completely set and hardened, remove the bar from the tray. Use a knife heated in warm water to cut the bars lengthwise into desired sizes. |
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Store the peanuts chocolate bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. |
