Ingredients (Makes 5 Bars)
40g pitted dates
80g cashews or almonds
20ml unsweetened almond milk
30g oats (use gluten free if preferred), ground finely
40g chocolate or vanilla flavour whey or rice protein powder (optional)
1 tbsp coffee granules mixed with 15ml recently boiled water (allowed to cool)
Use decaffeinated coffee if preferred
1 heaped tsp cocoa powder
A pinch of sea salt
Per bar: 181 calories - 9g fat - 15g carbs - 10g protein
Preparation
Blend the dates, cashews and almond milk in a blender or food processor.
Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl and and mix well to form a thick paste
Add a splash of almond milk if the mixture is too dry
Place the mixture onto a sheet of cling film and shape into a sausage
Press down firmly to compact the mixture, shaping the mixture into a long rectangle
Neaten the sides and top surface with a knife or spatula
Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm
Cut into 5 bars
Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days
Or freeze on same day