Protein Date Bars
These delicious Protein Date Bars are made with just a few wholesome ingredients and are naturally sweetened with Medjool dates and pure maple syrup!
Recipe by @simplyhealthymama.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Natural Delights Medjool Dates, pitted
- 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 3/4 nut butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 cup organic rice puffs
Preparation
- Prepare your dates by removing the pits.
- Add dates, maple syrup, nut butter, vanilla extract, and salt to a food processor and process until nearly smooth.
- Add the protein powder and puff cereal, process until well combined.
- Line a loaf pan with unbleached parchment paper and press the mixture evenly and firmly into the pan. Chill in the refrigerator or freezer for 60 minutes to set.
- Use the overhanging liner to lift mixture onto a cutting board and cut into 9 bars.
- Enjoy immediately or place your date bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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where to buy*While Medjool dates are high in natural sugars, they are low on the glycemic index thanks to a balanced amount of soluble fiber. The complex carbohydrates found in Medjool dates are digested at a slower rate, making them a source of dietary fiber and releasing energy to the body over a longer period of time.