Dark Chocolate, Cherry, And Date Bars
featured in Put A Cherry On Top!
Each bite is a harmonious blend of decadence and natural sweetness, making them a guilt-free treat for any time of the day. With their fudgy texture and irresistible flavor, these dark chocolate cherry and date bars are the ultimate satisfaction.
Tasty Team
87% would make again
Under 30 minutes
Under 30 minutes
Ingredients
for 16 bars
- 1 ½ cups medjool date (255 g), pitted
- ½ cup almond butter (120 g)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, plus 1 1/2 teaspoons, melted
- 1 cup brown ri (200 g), puffed, or puffed quinoa
- 1 cup dried cherry (125 g)
- ⅓ cup almond (45 g), chopped
- ¼ cup water (60 mL)
- 3 oz dark chocolate (85 g), coarsely chopped
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Nutrition Info
- Calories 198
- Fat 8g
- Carbs 28g
- Fiber 2g
- Sugar 13g
- Protein 3g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Line an 8-inch (20 cm) square pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, combine the dates, almond butter, and coconut oil. Process until well combined, about 30 seconds.
- Add the puffed rice, cherries, and almonds and pulse 5-6 times—just enough so that everything is well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press into an even layer about ½ inch (1 ¼ cm) thick. Freeze for 15 minutes, until set.
- Meanwhile, pour the water into a small saucepan. Place a heatproof glass or metal bowl over the saucepan, making sure the water is not touching the bottom. Bring the water to a simmer, then add the chocolate to the warm bowl and let it melt, stirring slowly. Remove the bowl from the heat as soon as the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the date and cherry mixture and spread evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle with flaky salt. Return the pan to the freezer for another 20 minutes.
- Once set, cut into 16 bars.
- Enjoy!
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