Protein Bars (Without Protein Powder)
Servings
Description
Wholesome, homemade protein bars packed with roasted nuts, oats, quinoa, and sweetened naturally with dates. Perfect for a healthy energy boost!
Ingredients
- 12 majdhool dates
- 3 cardamoms
- 2 cups black roasted chickpeas
- 1 cup organic gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1/3 cup fennel seeds
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1 cup peanut butter (alternatively you can also use almond butter or cashew butter)
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare date paste by blending dates with a little water until smooth.
- Roast black chickpeas and set aside.
- Roast oats, quinoa, almonds, walnuts, pecans, and fennel seeds until golden. Avoid over-roasting to prevent bitterness.
- Grind cardamoms into powder.
- Combine roasted ingredients in a bowl. Add date paste, peanut butter, and powdered cardamom.
- Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture using a silicone protein bar mold or press it firmly onto a baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Cut into portions on the baking sheet and wrap each bar in plastic wrap.
- For a softer texture, grind roasted ingredients before mixing with date paste and peanut butter.
- Store in the fridge and enjoy as a quick energy snack.
Notes
Fennel seeds are not recommended to add if you have constipation issue.
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