These **Homemade Nut and Date Energy Bars** are a healthy, no-bake snack packed with natural energy and nutrients. Here’s the full recipe for you to try:
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### **Homemade Nut and Date Energy Bars**
#### **Total Time:** 1 hour 30 minutes (including chilling time)
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#### **Ingredients:**
– **70g (½ cup)** cashews
– **70g (½ cup)** walnuts
– **70g (½ cup)** almonds
– **40g (¼ cup)** pine nuts
– **70g (½ cup)** hazelnuts
– **70g (⅓ cup)** pumpkin seeds
– **150g (1 cup)** dates, soaked in cold water for 15 minutes
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#### **Instructions:**
**1. Prepare the Nuts and Seeds:**
– Toast the cashews, walnuts, almonds, pine nuts, hazelnuts, and pumpkin seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant and lightly golden. Let them cool completely.
**2. Prepare the Dates:**
– Drain the soaked dates and pat them dry. Remove the pits if necessary.
**3. Blend the Ingredients:**
– In a food processor, combine the toasted nuts, seeds, and dates.
– Pulse until the mixture comes together and forms a sticky, coarse dough.
**4. Shape the Bars:**
– Line a baking dish or tray with parchment paper.
– Transfer the mixture to the dish and press it down firmly and evenly using your hands or a spatula.
**5. Chill:**
– Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
**6. Cut and Serve:**
– Once chilled, cut into bars or squares.
– Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
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These **Nut and Date Energy Bars** are perfect for a quick snack, pre-workout boost, or on-the-go treat. They’re naturally sweet, crunchy, and full of wholesome ingredients! 🌰🍫
