
Chef John's Chocolate Energy Bars
Cost $15, save $5
Source: Recommended by CookPal
- 180 Min
- 12 Servings
- $15
Chef John's Chocolate Energy Bars
Cost $15, save $5
Source: Recommended by CookPal
- 180 Min
- 12 Servings
- $15
INGREDIENTS
Dates and Nuts
- 2 cups pitted Medjool dates, roughly chopped
- 2 cups raw cashews
- 1 cup raw or roasted unsalted almonds
Powder and Coconut
- ¾ cup high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Wet and Spices
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 tablespoon cold espresso, or more as needed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 🧂 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ pinch cayenne pepper
STEPS
Place dates, cashews, almonds, cocoa powder, shredded coconut, coconut oil, cold espresso, vanilla, salt, and cayenne in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse on and off to start, then process for about 1 minute. Check to ensure mixture is sticky and moist enough to come together. Add more coffee if needed. Continue to process until mixture becomes a chunky mass.
Line a baking pan with plastic wrap. Scoop mixture into pan. Press down with a spatula until mixture is even. Place a layer of plastic wrap on the surface and smooth again with your hands. Refrigerate until cold and firm, 2 to 3 hours.
Remove from the pan and unwrap. Cut into 12 bars.
NUTRIENTS
Per 1 serving🔥
343
Calories
- 8Protein
- 36Carbs
- 22Fats
💡 Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for richer flavor.Ensure dates are pitted before using them in the recipe.Bars can be stored in a resealable bag in the refrigerator for freshness.Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spiciness.