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Frozen Yogurt Superfood Bars

Frozen yogurt superfood bars recipe

The weekend is finally here. This is a time where many people fall off their healthy eating plan, let down their hair, and indulge (that’s totally okay by the way). But in case you want a sweet treat to have on hand that won’t totally leave you feeling regretful come monday, these frozen yogurt superfood bars. Tangy, creamy Greek yogurt and fresh strawberries sit on top of a crust with hidden superfoods; chia seeds, flaxseeds, and walnuts.  This recipe isn’t overly sweet and would actually make a really nice breakfast bar in the summertime due to it being chilled, high in protein, and providing ample healthy fats to keep you full.

Frozen Yogurt Superfood Bars

Ingredients

  • 2 c pitted dates
  • 2 c unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 c ground flax seed
  • 1 c walnut halves
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp water
  • FOR TOPPING
  • 2 c Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 c strawberries, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Line a 9x13, baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine dates, coconut, and walnuts in a food processor. Pulse until a grainy texture forms throughout.
  3. In a large bowl, combine date mixture, flaxseed and chia. Mix well.
  4. Add honey and water. Stir once more.
  5. Pour mixture into pan and press down using a spatula or fingers.
  6. Set into freezer while making topping.
  7. For topping, stir together honey, vanilla and Greek yogurt.
  8. Pour on top of base and smooth with a spatula. Arrange strawberry slices on top. Freeze for 2 hours. If freezing longer, allow to thaw 30 minutes at room temperature before slicing.
  9. Slice with sharp knife into 2x4 inch slices.
  10. Bars can be frozen or stored in the refrigerator
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Nutty Nourish Bars

Nutty Nourish Bars

A snack shouldn’t just taste great, it should nourish you and provide ample energy to continue your daily tasks. Sometimes we just need a little pick-me-up in the form of coco-nutty chocolate goodness. A release of endorphins and we are on our way to tackle the rest of the day. These Nutty Nourish Bars provide just that; brain charging fats, protein, and excellent minerals and antioxidants from dark chocolate.

2 c unsweetened coconut flakes
2 tbsp melted coconut oil
1/2 c raisins
1/2 c pitted dates
1 c walnuts
1/2 c almonds
2 tbsp honey
1/2 c peanut butter
1/2 c dark chocolate chips (at least 60% cacao)

Grease a 9×9 pan with coconut oil. Add coconut to food processor and blend until coconut is finely shredded.

Add coconut oil. Blend until well combined. Pour into large mixing bowl.

Next blend walnuts and almonds until gritty in texture. Add to coconut mixture.

Add dates and raisins to food processor and blend until slightly chunky. Add to mixture.

Stir mixture to combine. Add honey and peanut butter. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Press into pan.

Melt chocolate over a double broiler or in microwave and drizzle over the top. Allow to chill in refrigerator for 1 hour.

Store in refrigerator for up to 1 week.