Chocolate Date Squares
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
These chocolate date squares are one of my favorite treats to make when I want something indulgent but wholesome. The beauty of this recipe is how simple it is: you can have these rich, fudgy squares ready in less than an hour with just a handful of ingredients. Medjool dates are the star here, providing natural sweetness and fiber that keeps you satisfied, while the almonds add a lovely texture and healthy fats. Best of all, there's no baking required for the base, which means less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying these decadent little bites with your coffee.
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Ingredients
- 20medjool dates
- 473 mlalmonds(roasted and roughly chopped)
- 237 mlpitted dates
- 237 mlhot water
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 237 mlunsweetened cocoa powder
- 237 mlcoconut oil
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
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Instructions
- 1
Blend the Medjool dates, hot water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 2
In a food processor, combine the almonds and unsweetened cocoa powder until finely ground.
- 3
Add the date mixture to the almond and cocoa mixture in the food processor. Pulse until well combined.
- 4
Press the mixture into a lined 8-inch square baking dish.
- 5
Melt the coconut oil and pour it over the pressed mixture. Sprinkle with sea salt.
- 6
Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before slicing into squares.
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