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Peanut butter cocoa date fudge

  • 1 cup packed Medjool dates (pitted)
  • 1 cup creamy, salted peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (or raw cacao powder)
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted)

Prep the dates: Add the pitted dates to a food processor and blend until a fine paste or small ball forms.
Combine: Add the peanut butter and cocoa powder to the processor. Blend until the ingredients begin to mix into a thick, crumbly dough.
Add oil: Pour in the melted coconut oil with the blades running, continuing to blend until a smooth, fudgy paste forms.
Shape: Line a loaf pan or an 8x8-inch square dish with parchment paper. 
Press the fudge mixture evenly into the pan, using the back of a spoon greased with a little coconut oil to smooth the top.
Set: Add optional toppings like chopped peanuts or sea salt flakes. Place in the freezer to set for at least 20 to 30 minutes.
Slice: Once firm, lift the parchment paper out and slice into bite-sized squares

Date and Cocoa Energy Bars 🍫🌱

A naturally sweet, energy-packed snack—perfect for workouts or a quick pick-me-up!


Ingredients (Makes 12 Bars):

  • 200g pitted dates (12-15 dates) 🌴
  • 50g gluten-free oats (or almond flour) 🌾
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 🍫
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional, for smoothness) 🥥
  • 1/4 cup almonds (or walnuts, hazelnuts, peanuts) 🌰
  • 1 tsp sea salt (optional) 🧂
  • 1 tsp cinnamon (optional) 🍂
  • 2-3 tbsp water (if needed) 💧


Prepare the Dates: If dates are dry, soak in hot water for 5 minutes, then drain well.

Blend the Dry Ingredients: In a food processor, blend dates, almonds, oats, cocoa, cinnamon, and salt until sticky and well combined.

Add Liquid: Mix in vanilla extract & coconut oil (if using).

If the mixture is too dry, add 2-3 tbsp of water and continue blending until dough sticks together.

Form the Bars: Press mixture firmly into a lined baking sheet or mold, creating an even layer.

Chill: Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.


No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars

  • 16 dates
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 cups oats
  • ½ cup isolated whey lightly packed
  • ⅓ cup chia seeds
  • ¼ cup cocoa unsweetened
  • ⅓ cup chocolate chips

In a glass measuring cup place the dates and the water. Microwave on high for one minute. Mash with a fork. Microwave on high for another minute. Mash with a fork until a paste forms. Return to microwave if they need more softening.

Stir in the peanut butter and milk.

In a large bowl, place the oats, whey, chia seeds, cocoa, and chocolate chips.

Pour in the peanut butter mixture. Stir until well combined.

Line a 9×9 pan with plastic wrap. Press the mixture firmly into the pan.

Refrigerate for ½ an hour. Cut into 16 bars. 

Wrap each bar in plastic wrap and store in the fridge.

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