Chocolate Hazelnut Energy Bars

Ingredients (12 bars):

1 1/2 cup cashews
1 cup dates, pitted
1/2 cup hazelnut butter
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 cup coconut flour
1/2 cup desiccated coconut
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
200g dark chocolate
1/4 cup flaked almonds, optional

Instructions:

In a food processor, combine the cashews and dates until very fine. Add all remaining ingredients except the dark chocolate and flaked almonds, then process for 2-3 minutes or until the mixture is uniform and well combined.

Press the mixture into a 8×8 dish or pan lined with greaseproof paper (and overhang to remove the bars later on), then let them set in the fridge for about an hour.

Melt the chocolate in a double boiler, then spread the melted chocolate over the top of the bars. Sprinkle with flaked almonds (if using), then return to the fridge for another 2-3 hours or until the chocolate has set.

Remove the bars using the overhand, then cut into 12 equal bars. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

Enjoy!