No-Bake Apricot Chia Energy Bars
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Serves: 10 bars
 
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1 cup dried apricots
  • 2 Tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 cup walnuts
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Line a 9x9-inch square pan with wax or parchment paper.
  2. Place dates, apricots, and chia seeds in a food processor, and process until the mixture forms a large mass.
  3. Break up slightly with a spatula, add walnuts and chocolate chips, and pulse until desired consistency.
  4. Press the mixture into the prepared pan. You may need a second piece of wax or parchment paper over the top to avoid your hands or spatula from sticking.
  5. Refrigerate for 30-45 minutes, then slice into bars.
Notes
Slightly adapted from Cupcakes and Kale Chips
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1 bar Calories: 211 Fat: 10.0 Carbohydrates: 28.7 Sugar: 22.3 Sodium: 16 Fiber: 3.6 Protein: 3.4 Cholesterol: 0
Recipe by Prevention RD at https://preventionrd.com/no-bake-apricot-chia-energy-bars/