I have to admit that I have a big time soft spot for my Bonk Bars.
They were one of my first original recipes that people were really excited about. On top of that, the honest-to-gosh-golly-goodness truth is that I just LOVE them SO much. They are my absolute favourite bar to have hanging around when I’m training for a distance run, rehearsing like mad for a dance show, or just being the busy body, high-functioning human that I am. They are THE perfect afternoon slump, pick-me-up bar with all those great combinations that we love so much: macronutrient balance, nutrient-density, and total flavour jam!
These bars were inspired by a good friend who is hypoglycemic and tends to “bonk” (have a blood sugar crash inducing fits of rage and/or extreme grumpiness) if he doesn’t eat good food regularly. Loaded with blood-sugar stabilizing fiber (dates), fats (coconut oil & chia), proteins (nuts & seeds), complex carbs (oats), and natural sweetness, these are fool-proof bars for active people, athletes, teenagers, regular “bonkers”, and sweet-treat lovers everywhere. Easy to throw together and incredibly satisfying, these will keep well for weeks in the fridge (I dare you to try) and freeze well too!
Stay grump-free.
Look out for your friends.
Prevent “Bonking”.
Bonk Bars
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Category: Snack, Healthy Treat, Power Snack
Cuisine: Vegan, Real food, Nutrient-dense, Vegetarian, Raw
Yield: 16 bars
Ingredients
1 cup medjool dates
1 cup almond butter
1 cup oats
3 Tbsp coconut oil, melted
¼ cup sunflower seeds
¼ cup sesame seeds
¼ cup pumpkin seeds
¼ cup shredded coconut
3 Tbsp chia seeds
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup chocolate chips
¼ cup goji berries (mulberries/golden berries)
Instructions
Soak dates in boiled water until soft (about 7-10 minutes).
In food processor, combine dates and almond butter until smooth. Add oats and coconut oil and pulse until roughly combined. Transfer mixture to a large bowl.
Add all remaining ingredients and combine.
Pour into a lined 8 x 8 square pan and press down with wet hands until evenly distributed and smooth.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting into squares. Store in fridge.
If you try these Bars and love them (or not), let me know how they worked out for you!!
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Sesame Chocolate Power Balls