Lizi’s high protein chocolate power bars

INGREDIENTS MAKES 1 TRAY

200g dates or a mixture of dates, sultanas, prunes or dried fruit

200g Lizi’s High Protein granola (set aside 20g for later use)

3 tbsp of cocoa powder mixed with 3 tbsp boiling water

4 tbsp almond or peanut butter 3 tbsp desiccated coconut

1 tbsp of either coconut, rapeseed, sunflower or olive oil

1 tbsp of either runny honey, date syrup or agave nectar.

Pinch of salt

DIRECTIONS

Blitz the dates in a food processor or blender.

If they are very dry, add 1 tbsp of water (and only add 2 tbsp water to the cocoa).

Carefully mix the cocoa powder with the boiling water in a mug.

Once the dates are sticky and smooth, add all of the other ingredients (180g granola) and blitz again.

Line a baking tin with non-stick baking paper. Scrape in the mixture and press down very firmly. You will need to use your fingers to really push it down.

Use your fingertips to press the remaining 20g of granola on top.

Chill for 2-3 hours, or ideally overnight.

Use a knife and slice into pieces.

Wrap a few individual bars in non-stick baking paper so you can take them with you on your run or daily exercise!

Store in the fridge.