Yummiest Energy Bars EVER
Nutritional Info
- Servings Per Recipe: 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 169.8
- Total Fat: 11.6 g
- Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
- Sodium: 197.4 mg
- Total Carbs: 14.6 g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.6 g
- Protein: 4.5 g
View full nutritional breakdown of Yummiest Energy Bars EVER calories by ingredient
Introduction
I've recently soaked up Brendan Brazier's fantastic book, The Thrive Diet, which had some luscious recipes for energy bars. He also wrote about the nutritional benefits of soaking the nuts and seeds overnight, then rinsing well, before grinding for energy bars and other recipes. Here's my version.I've recently soaked up Brendan Brazier's fantastic book, The Thrive Diet, which had some luscious recipes for energy bars. He also wrote about the nutritional benefits of soaking the nuts and seeds overnight, then rinsing well, before grinding for energy bars and other recipes. Here's my version.
Number of Servings: 12
Ingredients
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1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup cashews
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup almonds
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut
6 pitted dates
6 dried apricots
1 fresh apricot
4 dried figs
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp cardamom
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp honey
1/4 cup almond butter
Directions
Chop first four ingredients in a food processor, separately, until of desired consistency. I like to have a few larger pieces left. I process them separately because some take longer to chop up than others. Put in a bowl and set aside.
In the food processor, add the dried and fresh fruit and process. You can have the fruit as a smooth puree, or leave some of it chunky. Experiment. Scoop all out into bowl with dried ingredients. Add spices, agave and almond butter. Mix well to thoroughly combine all ingredients. Press into a 9 X 9 pan, cover and chill for 30 minutes. Cut into bars and keep in fridge or freeze. These make a great addition to kids' lunchboxes or provide a quick meal on the go. Delicious and beautiful!
Serving Size: Makes 12 bars
Number of Servings: 12
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user INVISIGAL.
In the food processor, add the dried and fresh fruit and process. You can have the fruit as a smooth puree, or leave some of it chunky. Experiment. Scoop all out into bowl with dried ingredients. Add spices, agave and almond butter. Mix well to thoroughly combine all ingredients. Press into a 9 X 9 pan, cover and chill for 30 minutes. Cut into bars and keep in fridge or freeze. These make a great addition to kids' lunchboxes or provide a quick meal on the go. Delicious and beautiful!
Serving Size: Makes 12 bars
Number of Servings: 12
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user INVISIGAL.