Chia Seed Energy Bars Recipe

By mluoceanbeach

Delicious chia seed energy bars with coconut oil and dates for a natural energy boost.

Ingredients

• 6 large Medjool dates
• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 2 TBSP coconut oil
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• a pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
• 2 TBSP add ins (optional): dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut, dried fruit

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions
Remove the pits from the dates and discard.
Pulse the dates in a food processor or blender until they form a paste.
In a medium bowl, mix the date paste with the chia seeds, coconut oil, and any optional ingredients. It will form a thick dough.
Roll this dough into balls or press into the bottom of a glass or silicon baking dish and cut into squares.
It can be eaten immediately in dough-form. We prefer to put it in the refrigerator or freezer to give it more of a chewy texture.