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Chickpea and Date Snack Bars

Chickpea and Date Snack Bars: Healthy No-Bake Delights

Chickpea and Date Snack Bars are healthy, no-bake treats packed with protein and natural sweetness, perfect for quick snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas Canned and rinsed
  • 1 cup pitted dates Soaked if dry for smoother blending
  • 1 cup oats Certified gluten-free for gluten-free option
For Flavor & Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup nut butter e.g., Peanut or almond butter; substitute with sunflower seed butter for nut-free
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Agave syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Almond extract can be used as a substitute
  • 1 pinch cinnamon Optional
  • 1 dash salt To taste
Optional Additions
  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips Omit for lower sugar or replace with carob chips

Equipment

  • food processor
  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine 1 cup of cooked chickpeas and 1 cup of pitted dates. Pulse until the mixture is smooth and creamy; about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add in 1 cup of oats, 1/2 cup of nut butter, 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, a pinch of cinnamon, and a dash of salt. Blend until thoroughly combined.
  3. Gently fold in 1/3 cup of dark chocolate chips using a spatula without overmixing.
  4. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing overhang for easy removal.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to evenly distribute it and press down firmly.
  6. Place the dish in the refrigerator and let the mixture chill for at least 1 hour to set.
  7. Once set, lift out using parchment overhang, slice into squares or rectangles, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months. Thaw before serving.

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