Superseed Energy Bars

Photo: Superseed Energy Bars
These sweet and chewy nutrient-rich bars are also an excellent source of dietary fiber. Lucuma powder is made from a sub-tropical fruit native to Peru and Equador.
Yield
2-4 Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup sesame seeds
  • 1 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1 cup chia seeds
  • ½ cup hemp seeds
  • ½ cup cacao nibs
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup Lucuma powder or coconut sugar
  • 1½ cups pitted dates
  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup agave syrup
  • 1 Tablespoon orange extract
  • 1 cup goji berries
  • ¼ teaspoon flax oil
Instructions
  1. Put all of the seeds, nibs and coconut in a food processor and pulse lightly, about 4-6 times, leaving the large seeds chunky.
  2. Place in a large mixing bowl and thoroughly stir in the lucuma powder or coconut sugar; set aside.
  3. Put the dates, honey, agave syrup and orange extract into the food processor and pulse until a chunky puree is reached.
  4. Mix the date mixture with the dry ingredients thoroughly; stir in the goji berries.
  5. Lightly oil a 9” square baking pan with the flax oil; wipe off any excess oil.
  6. Press the seed mixture firmly and evenly into the pan, using a flat metal spatula to ensure evenness.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour prior to cutting into bars. Enjoy!