Raw Coconut Bars With Date Caramel

An indulgently sweet treat with a boost of protein and carbs for good measure!

INGREDIENTS YOU'LL NEED

Base:

• 75g (2.5 scoops) Balance Naturals Plant Protein, Chocolate flavour
• 50g almonds, ground
• 200g dates (soaked in water for at least 10 minutes & drained)
• 50g desiccated coconut
• 25g cocoa powder
• Pinch of salt
• 5 tsp of water

Caramel:

• 100g coconut cream
• 24 dates
• ½ tsp vanilla essence
• Pinch of salt

Chocolate Topping:

• 4 tsp almond butter
• 4 tsp maple syrup
• 8 tsp coconut oil
• 8 tsp cocoa powder

STEPS

1. To make the base, blend the almond, dates and coconut in a food processor to make a coarse mixture.
2. Add the Balance Naturals Plant Protein, cocoa and salt. Blend, adding water until the mixture forms a moist dough.
3. Press the base mixture firmly into a slice tray and let it cool in the fridge.
4. To make the caramel layer, blend the coconut cream, salt, vanilla and dates until smooth and thick. Smooth the caramel layer over top of the base and put it back into the fridge to set.
5. To make the chocolate topping, blend the almond butter, coconut oil, maple syrup and cocoa. Pour over the caramel layer and refrigerate for at least an hour.
6. Enjoy!

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