Prepare the base
Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper
Leave excess aside for easy removal
Lightly grease with coconut oil
Process the peanuts
Add the roasted peanuts to a food processor
Blend until ingredients are coarsely chopped.
Save some for consistency if desired
Create the mixture
Add pitted dates to peanuts
Add cocoa and cinnamon
Add coconut or peanut butter
Mix until mixture comes together
Mix should stick together when pressed
Form bars
Press mixture firmly into prepared pan
Use a flat bottomed glass to create an even surface
Top with chopped peanuts
Drench with melted chocolate if desired
Set and cut
Refrigerate for 30 minutes
Cut into 12-16 bars
Store in an airtight container
Nutrition Information
Per bar (based on 12 servings):
Calories: 140
Protein: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Fiber: 3 g
Natural sugars: 12 g
Healthy fats: 8g
Time:
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cooling time: 30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Pro tips and tricks
Choosing ingredients
Use fresh, soft dates
Choose unsalted roasted peanuts
A good quality cocoa powder enhances the flavor
Texture control
Don’t overdo it
Leave a few peanut pieces to give them the right consistency
If too dry, add more coconut oil
Shaping tips
Use damp hands to avoid sticking
Press firmly to keep the bars together
Cool between layers of parchment paper
Variations and substitutions
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