Goji Berry Bars
This snack is the perfect answer to food cravings. They are a solid source of protein, carbs, and fats and will sustain your energy levels for many hours. Sunflower seeds are a good substitution for the oats. Good substitutions for the honey include ¼ cup agave nectar or ¼ cup maple syrup.
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
- 1 cup goji berries
- 1 cup dried figs
- ¼ cup raisins or currants
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup liquid coconut oil
- ¼ cup almond butter
- 4 tablespoons raw honey
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Soak the goji berries, figs, raisins, and oats in water for 20 minutes to reconstitute.
Remove the stems from the figs. Warm the coconut oil to a liquid by placing the container in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes.
Process all the ingredients together in a food processor until well mixed.
Form the batter into squares. Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour to help the coconut oil solidify. Alternatively, dehydrate the bars for 12 hours at 115°F.
PER SERVING:
Calories: 621 | Fat: 25 g | Protein: 11 g | Sodium: 302 mg | Fiber: 13 g
Goji Berries
Goji berries, sometimes called wolfberries, are one of the most nutrient-rich fruits on earth. They contain 18 amino acids, 21 trace minerals, vitamin E, and many B vitamins. They are also one of the most antioxidant-rich of all foods, containing about three times more antioxidants than blueberries.
