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No-Bake Cacao Almond Energy Squares

Dense, chewy squares made with dates, almonds, and raw cacao. Perfect as a healthy treat or snack without added sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Plant-Based, Gluten-Free
Calories: 149
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups almonds
  • 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
  • 3 tbsp raw cacao powder
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 2 tbsp water (if needed)

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • pan

Method
 

  1. Blend almonds in a food processor into a fine meal.
  2. Add dates, cacao, chia, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until sticky.
  3. If too dry, add water one tbsp at a time.
  4. Press into a lined square pan and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  5. Slice into squares and store chilled.