Indulge in our no-bake date, oat, and nut bars, a delicious and healthy treat that requires no cooking.
Preparation
10
min
Cooking
0
min
Portion
12
Ingredients
- 375 ml (1½ cups) pitted Medjool dates*
- 60 ml (¼ cup) almond flour
- 250 ml (1 cup) mixed nuts of your choice (pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts, etc.)
- 250 ml (1 cup) quick-cooking rolled oats 60 ml (¼ cup) peanut butter
Optional Ingredients
- 60 ml (¼ cup) hemp, chia, pumpkin or flax seeds
- 60 ml (¼ cup) dried cranberries, shredded coconut or chocolate chips
- 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract, cinnamon or cocoa powder
*If you are using regular dried dates, soak them in water for 1 hour to rehydrate them slightly or in boiling water for a few minutes if you are in a hurry.
Preparation
- In a food processor, blend dates, nuts and almond flour until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a large bowl, add the oats and peanut butter and mix well with a spoon. Add optional ingredients of your choice and mix well.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a 30 cm x 20 cm (12" x 8") rectangular dish lined with parchment paper. Press the mixture firmly.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, unmould, then cut into 12 equal bars.
Notes
Can be kept for 1 week in the refrigerator and 3 months in the freezer in an airtight container.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Montreal North-Shore
