No Bake Quinoa + Peanut Butter Bars

“Get these no bake bars into you . 15 minute prep time and 2 hours setting time in the fridge.”

INGREDIENTS

• 10 pitted Medjool dates

• 1 cup peanut butter

• 1 heaped tbsp coconut oil

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• pinch of salt

• 1 cup puffed quinoa

• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds

• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds

• 3 squares chocolate of choice

METHOD

1. Blend dates in a food processor or Thermomix.

2. Over low heat in a small pan, melt coconut oil then add peanut butter, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Add blended dates + mix until fully incorporated.

3. In a separate bowl, mix seeds together with puffed quinoa*. Add wet ingredients to the bowl and mix gently until well coated.

4. Line a 20 x 20 cm tray with baking paper and press mixture into it evenly using your hands. Place in the fridge to set for 2 hours. Slice into bars or squares with a sharp knife.

5. Bring a small pot of water to the boil. Place chocolate in bowl over pot. Melt then drizzle with a tablespoon over bars.

6. Store in a container in the fridge.

   *Puffed quinoa can be found at most grocery stores + health food stores.