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No-Bake Paleo Protein Bars Recipe

Jomelyn Mauermann
These No-Bake Paleo Protein Bars are made with 7 wholesome ingredients. It is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and made very easy to make. It is perfect as a pre and post-workout snack or anytime dessert.
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 7 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 245 kcal

Equipment

1 baking dishpan

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups almonds
  • 1 cup cashews
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 30 large pitted medjool dates
  • 4 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 3.5 ounces chocolate bar
  • ¼ cup coconut flakes

Instructions
 

  • Melt your coconut oil and chocolate bar in the microwave for 30 seconds or longer. You can also melt them using a saucepan on low heat on the stovetop, continously stirring until melted.
  • In a food procesor or blender, combine almonds, cashews, cocoa powder, and 15 dates and start to pulse or blend a few times. Add a few more dates and start to pulse or blend until everything is in tiny pieces. Add the rest of the dates and blend to get the right sticky consistency.
  • Spread the dough into a baking dish and flatten it using your hand or rolling pin.
  • Spread the melted chocolate on top. You can top it with coconut flakes or almond halves for toppings.Refrigerate and let the chocolate to set for about 30 minutes.
  • Slice the bars into 12-16 pieces or more depending on your portion sizes. Enjoy!

Notes

 
Notes: 
Make a large batch ahead and store it in the freezer to stay fresh for a long time. Be sure to slice them before freezing and transfer them into a ziplock or air-tight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcal
Keyword no-bake paleo protien bars, protien energy bars
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