Vegan Date Chocolate Recipe
When it comes to guilt-free treats that require no baking, this simple energy bar recipe is a real lifesaver. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up a wholesome snack that’s naturally sweet, filling, and packed with nutrients. Dates provide the perfect chewy base and a natural caramel-like sweetness, while oats add fiber and texture. Hazelnuts bring in a delightful nutty crunch and healthy fats, and a touch of cocoa ties everything together with a rich chocolate flavor.
These bars are perfect for busy mornings, mid-day pick-me-ups, or even a pre-workout energy boost. They are naturally vegan, refined sugar-free, and incredibly easy to make. All you need is a food processor and a few minutes of your time.
What I especially love about this recipe is how versatile it is. You can easily swap hazelnuts with almonds, walnuts, or cashews depending on what you have at home. You could also add a pinch of cinnamon, a splash of vanilla, or even a handful of shredded coconut for extra flavor. Once shaped, the bars can be sliced into bite-sized squares for kids, or kept in larger portions for a quick grab-and-go snack.
The best part? No baking required. Just blend, mix, shape, and enjoy. Whether you keep them at room temperature or take them on the go, these chocolatey date-oat bars will quickly become one of your favorite healthy snacks.
Ingredients
- 7 soft dates (100 g without seeds),
- 1 cup oatmeal,
- 1/2 cup of hazel nuts,
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder.
Preparation
- Whiz oatmeal in a food processor until it becomes flour and take it to a mixing bowl,
- Take the dates and hazelnuts in the food processor and whiz until it becomes a paste,
- Add paste to the oatmeal flour
- Add cocoa and knead until well mixed,
- Take the mixture onto a plastic wrap and make a square or rectangular shape,
- Slice it at the desired size,
- Eat right away or wrap with plastic wraps and keep at room temperature.
Bon Appetit...