Protein Fruit & Seed Bars

 

Ingredients:

For the Bars:

• 85g tahini
• 100g mixed seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, sesame, etc.)
• 50g soft dates, finely chopped
• 50g dried apricots, finely chopped
• 4 tbsp protein powder
• Pinch of salt

For the Topping:

• 100g dark chocolate
• 1 tsp coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Mix the Ingredients:

   • In a bowl, combine the tahini, mixed seeds, finely chopped dates, finely chopped dried apricots, protein powder, and a pinch of salt.
   • Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the mixture is well combined.

2. Prepare the Pan:

   • Line a 21x11 cm (8x4 inch) loaf tin with parchment paper, or lightly grease it.
   • Transfer the mixture into the loaf tin. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press it down firmly and evenly.

3. Melt the Chocolate:

   • Break up the dark chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heat-proof bowl.
   • Add the coconut oil to the bowl.
   • Melt the chocolate and coconut oil together. You can do this in the microwave in short intervals (20-30 seconds at a time) or over a pan of simmering water (double boiler method). Stir until smooth and fully melted.

4. Add the Topping:

   • Pour the melted chocolate over the mixture in the loaf tin, spreading it evenly with a spatula if needed.

5. Set and Slice:

   • Refrigerate the loaf tin for 1-2 hours or until the chocolate is set and the bars are firm.
   • Once set, remove from the tin and slice into bars.

6. Enjoy:

   • Your tahini energy bars are ready to be enjoyed! They make for a great snack or a quick energy boost.

Tips:

• Storage: Keep these bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• Variation: Feel free to customize the mix-ins or protein powder flavor according to your preference.

Let me know if you need any more recipes or tips!