Almond Snack Bars

Almond Snack Bars

 

Ingredients

• 2 cups pitted dates (I use Medjool)
• 1 cup almonds (I use sliced)
• ½-3/4 cup finely shredded coconut (I use unsweetened)
• 2 Tbsp raw cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¼-1/2 tsp almond extract

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a food processor or high speed blender and pulse or blend until very smooth and the mixture comes together in a big lump.
2. Press mixture out into an 8x8" pan lined with parchment. I use a mini-roller to get it extra smooth, but hands and fingers work just fine. Refrigerate 15-30 minutes to firm up a bit, then slice into squares or rectangles to serve.
3. Bars will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 week or 1 month in the freezer.