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Healthy Date Snicker's Bars

Healthy Date Snicker’s Bars

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Healthy Date Snicker’s Bars

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Healthy Date Snicker’s Bars

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  • Author: Amy MS, RD, LDN
  • Total Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 Bars
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

Healthy Date Snickers Bars are made with just 4 wholesome ingredients—dates, peanuts, peanut butter, and dark chocolate—for a naturally sweet, chewy, and satisfying treat. No baking, no added sugar, and no fuss. They’re the perfect better-for-you version of a classic favorite—great for meal prep, lunchbox treats, or an afternoon pick-me-up!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Pitted Dates
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp Peanuts
  • 2/3 cup Natural Peanut Butter
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides. Set aside.
  2. Add the dates to a food processor and plus until broke down into small, pea-size pieces. 
  3. Add 1/2 cup of peanuts and process for 30 seconds to 1 minute until the mixture starts to stick together when pressed between your fingers. (Careful not to touch the blade!)
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it firmly and evenly into the bottom using your hands or the bottom of a measuring cup. 
  5. Spread the peanut butter evenly over the date layer.
  6. In a microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 25-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
  7. Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly with a spatula. 
  8. Finely chop the remaining 2 tbsp peanuts and sprinkle over the chocolate.
  9. Freeze the bars for 1-2 hours, until firm.
  10. Remove from freezer and slice into 8 bars. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack, Meal Prep
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Bar
  • Calories: 267
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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Air Fryer Chickpea Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites

Air Fryer Chickpea Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites

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Air Fryer Chickpea Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites

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Air Fryer Chickpea Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites

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  • Author: Amy MS, RD, LDN
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 25 Cookie Bites
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

Air Fryer Cookie Dough Chickpea Bites are a healthier, delicious twist on traditional cookie dough treats. Made with chickpeas for added protein and fiber, they’re crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a great snack, or fiber-filled dessert treat!

Ingredients

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  • 1 can, 15 oz Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter
  • 1/3 cup Maple Syrup
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 tsp Ground Flaxseed
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Oat Flour
  • 1/3 cup Mini Chocolate Chips

Instructions

  1. To a food processor or high-powered blender, add all the ingredients except the chocolate chips.
  2. Process the dough until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Take the blade out of the food processor, or alternatively pour the dough into a bowl, then add the chocolate chips and stir into the batter with a spatula.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 350° F.
  5. Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit inside your air fryer and lightly coat it with nonstick spray.
  6. Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of dough and place them in the air fryer, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.
  7. Air fry on 350° F for 7-10 minutes, depending on your air fryer.
  8. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before digging in, enjoy!

Equipment

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7-10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Air Fry
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 86
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 159mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

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Carrot Sorbet with Blackberry Drizzle

Carrot Sorbet with Blackberry Drizzle

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Carrot Sorbet with Blackberry Drizzle

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Carrot Sorbet with Blackberry Drizzle

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  • Author: Amy RD, LDN
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 Servings
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

A sweet and refreshing twist on classic sorbet, this Carrot Sorbet recipe was created for the Black Forest Farmer’s Market.

Ingredients

Carrot Sorbet
  • 2 cups Carrots
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Mint Leaves
  • 1/3 cup Lemon Juice
  • 1/3 cup Lime Juice
Blackberry Syrup Drizzle
  • 1 pt Blackberries
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice

Instructions

Blackberry Syrup Drizzle
  1. In a small sauce pan, add the blackberries, maple syrup, lemon juice and water. Bring to a boil and then turn down to simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. Allow syrup to cool at least 10 minutes. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the seeds from the liquid. Place the liquid into container with a lid. Set aside.
  3. *Don’t throw away the pulp! Spread it onto a parchment or silpat lined sheet tray and bake at 400 F for 25-35 minutes to make fruit leather.
Carrot Sorbet
  1. Scrub and peal and trim the ends off carrots.
  2. Place 2 cups of water in a large pot. Add the carrots and bring to a boil. Turn down to a simmer and cook carrots until tender, 7-8 minutes. Once tender, drain and allow to cool slightly.
  3. While the carrots cook, make the simple syrup. In a small sauce pan add 2 cups of water and 1 cup of sugar. Bring to a boil and then turn down to a simmer. Add the mint leaves and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the mint into the simple syrup. After 10 minutes remove the mint leaves from the mixture and allow to cool slightly.
  4. In the bowl of a food processor at the drained carrots, simple syrup, lemon juice and lime juice.
    *Optional: add in 1 tbsp of corn syrup to make the sorbet extra smooth.
  5. Puree the mixture for 4-5 minutes until completely smooth.
  6. Now it’s time to freeze the sorbet. Add the carrot mixture to the frozen bowl of an ice cream maker. Turn ice cream maker on and allow to freeze for 15-20 minutes depending on your ice cream maker.
  7. Pour the frozen mixture into a freezer save container and place in the freezer until ready to serve.
  8. To serve, scoop the carrot sorbet into a bowl and top with a small drizzle of blackberry syrup. Enjoy!

Equipment

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Dessert, Black Forest Farmer’s Market, Snack

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8
  • Calories: 137
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 26mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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