Dates and Dry Nuts Guilt-Free Energy Bar (100 Calories)

This is a very simple, easy to follow recipe to make an energy bar with dates and chopped nuts. These bars are great for a quick, guilt-free snack and one that does not require to be refrigerated.

The best part is that it can be cooked and assembled with limited kitchen utensils and a microwave, making it a fun recipe for adults and kids to try.

This is a household favorite and is often made before long trips, outdoor events, and dinner gatherings. Please do try and let me know. I'd love to hear your feedback.

Ingredients:

- Organic, Pitted dates - 2 cups

- Almonds - 1/4 cup

- Cashews - 1/4 cup

- Pistachios - 30 grams

- Walnuts -30 grams

- Raisins - 1/4 cup

- Sesame seeds - 30 grams

- Poppy seeds - 15 grams

- Butter or Ghee - 15 grams

- Cardamom powder - 3 grams

For the best flavor, try to source the freshest dates possible. I got these from an organic store that sells Mejdool dates. These dates are juicy and flavorful.

1. Take these dates, remove the seeds (pitted) and chop them into smaller pieces. Put them into a mixing bowl. Add some ghee or butter into the bowl with the dates and mix well.

2. Next, chop almonds, cashews, pistachios and walnuts into smaller pieces. Combine them together on a plate.

1. Place the plates with the nuts into the microwave and cook for up to (3) minutes.

2. Take the bowl of pitted dates into the microwave and cook for up to (3) minutes. Be sure to turn every 30 seconds.

3. Roast sesame and poppy seeds together for up to (1) minute.

For all of these steps above, and depending on your microwave, you may need to reduce / add some time. Please constantly check during cooking time in the microwave.

Please allow everything to cool a bit before moving into the next step.

After everything has cooled a bit and is safe to touch, mix everything together into the mixing bowl. Use a spatula or any large kitchen utensil and mix to the desired consistency.

Next, add raisins and cardamom powder. Mix everything well.

1. Place the mixed dough on a sealing wrap.

2. First, roll the batter into a cylindrical shape, then tightly wrap with the sealing wrap.

3. Continue to roll until the shape is uniform across.

4. Allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes.

1. After 30 minutes, carefully unroll the sealing wrap

2. Oil a knife with neutral oil. This prevents sticking and allows for a cleaner cut.

3. Use a ruler and cut into (20) equal pieces. My pieces were half an inch in width each.

Energy Bar nutritional facts source link here.