As many of you know from my social media, I am doing the Whole30 program for the month of January. Whole30 doesn’t tolerate sugar, so you know there has to be a creative way to satisfy the chocolate craving. I tried the Larabar that was approved by Whole30, realizing that I can do something similar or better at home!
These bars are extremely easy to prepare and incredibly delicious. They will satisfy your sugar/chocolate craving and you do not have to sacrifices the flavors. Just four ingredients and quick to prepare, what else can I say.. just try them 🙂
Other Healthy Treats
Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dates
- 1 cup Nuts I used almonds and pistachio
- 1 cup Coconut Flakes
- 3 tsp Cacao Powder
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients for the recipe.
- Toast coconut flakes until lightly golden. Also toast nuts until golden. Let it cool to a room temperature.
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor or a blender. Blend until the mixture is creamy.
- Press the ingredients on a lined tray. I suggest pressing each area to make sure the mixture is firm.
- Let it chill in a refrigerator for at least 3 hours. Cut them into desired sizes.
Nutrition Facts
Healthy Chocolate Coconut Bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184
Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 6g30%
Sodium 5mg0%
Potassium 233mg7%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
Calcium 18mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
I tried making this but it would not stick together. I think it needs an oil to hold it all together. Like the coconut oil in your other recipe. I added Avocado Oil, and then it stuck together. The taste was good but very sweet. I think I will add less dates next time. But I made it without the cocoa powder
Yes, its definitely sweet. Its meant to replace a candy. 🙂 The really why it wouldnt stick together it's possible that dates were too dry. You can add coconut oil, it will have a nice flavor.