Had a few friends visiting us the last weekend and my pantry ended up with a good stock of extremely tasty Dates. These luscious and juicy dates were Lion’s Dessert-King Dates. While they were truly good for munching as such, I ended up making these Energy Squares.
Of course my kids don’t share the same exuberance when it comes to devouring the dates as such and this is when I chanced upon these energy bars @ Veg Bowl. I instinctively knew that these squares would be a hit. I added some Cocoa Powder to the original recipe and the result was fabulous. 
Sticky Date and Nut Squares
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
Description
These no-bake sticky date and nut squares are a delightful combination of dates, nuts, and cocoa, perfect for a healthy snack or to satisfy midnight cravings.
Ingredients
- 300 grams pitted and chopped dates (Lion's DessertKing Dates recommended)
- 200 grams raw cashew nuts
- 100 grams raw almonds (with skin on)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 to 3 tablespoons fruit juice (as required)
Instructions
- Combine the chopped dates, cashew nuts, and almonds in a food processor. Ensure you use moist dates for this recipe, as dried ones will not provide the same texture and flavor.
- Add the cocoa powder to the mixture.
- Pulse and process all the ingredients together until they form a sticky, cohesive mass. If the mixture is too dry, gradually add fruit juice, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
- Transfer the mixture to a lined baking dish and press it down firmly to create an even layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the mixture to set.
- Once set, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Use moist dates for the best texture; dried dates won’t work as well. Adjust the amount of fruit juice based on the moisture content of your dates. These squares can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. They make a great on-the-go snack or a quick energy boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 0
