Nutty Seedy Energy Bars

If you're popping by Evolve today, you'll find a sampler of these goodies. They're crispy, crunchy, high in protein, high in good fats, dairy-free, gluten-free, and really easy to make. Your fridge will do most of the work.

You can use any combination of nuts/seeds that you want and mix it up with different dried fruits. I used dates but was really hoping for goji berries. Next time... 

Here's how to make them:

3/4 cup honey

1/2 cup almond-cashew butter (though you can use any nut butter)

1/2 cup sesame seeds

1/2 cup pumpkin seeds

1/2 cup cashews

1/2 cup dates

1/2 cup grated coconut

1/4 cup almonds

3 cups crispy rice cereal (gluten-free)

In a pot over low heat, combine honey and nut butter. Let it warm up and become runny for about a minute. While this is heating up, whiz together the bigger nuts in a food processor or blender until they're coarse. Do the same for the dates (which are surprisingly loud). Mix the nuts, seeds, dates, and cereal in a bowl and toss. Pour the honey/nutter butter mixture on top and stir until well combined. Press onto a greased or parchment paper

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