Description
These healthy date bars are a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of dates with the crunch of mixed nuts. Easy to make and requiring no baking, these bars are perfect for a quick energy boost or a satisfying snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Medjool Dates:
- 2 Cups Medjool Dates (pitted)
Mixed Nuts:
- 1 and ½ Cups Mixed Nuts (Chopped, such as walnuts, cashews, almonds, and pistachios)
Butter:
- 2 Tablespoons Butter (or clarified butter, also known as ghee)
Salt:
- a pinch of Salt (optional but enhances flavor)
Instructions
- Grind the Dates: Using a food processor or blender, grind the dates into a thick paste without adding water. If the dates are dry, soak them in hot water for 15 minutes before grinding.
- Roast the Nuts: Lightly roast the chopped mixed nuts in a pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix Dates and Nuts: Add the ground dates, a pinch of salt, and butter to the pan with the nuts. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the nuts are coated in the date paste.
- Set the Mixture: Press the mixture into a lined pan, garnish with additional nuts, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Cut and Serve: Once set, cut the bars into desired sizes and store leftovers in the refrigerator or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or cardamom to the date-nut mixture.
- You can customize the nut mix based on your preferences, such as using only one type of nut or adding dried fruits.
- These bars can be a great on-the-go snack or a healthy dessert option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack/Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Healthy, Date Bars, Snack, No-Bake, Easy Recipe
