STEPS TO SUCCESS

1 Line a 15 × 20 cm baking tray with baking paper, covering the bottom and sides.

2 Cook the pumpkin in some salted boiling water until soft.

3 Add the dates and cover with a lid for 10 minutes to allow the dates to steam.

4 Drain, then mash or blend the pumpkin and dates until smooth.

5 Mix the pumpkin mixture with the remaining ingredients until well combined. If the dough is too wet, add more coconut flour to form a cookie-dough consistency.

6 Press into the prepared tray and freeze for 2 hours.

7 Cut into bars and cover with chocolate coating.