With a combination of hemp seeds and sesame seeds, these bars can rightly be called Brain Food Bars! In fact, hemp seeds are a source of protein and are also high in potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and zinc.

The fats in sesame seeds have a positive effect on hormone balance. And did you know that tahini is also made from sesame seeds? These bars will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months, but they probably won't survive that long..... 

Fancy a healthy snack? Then this recipe is highly recommended!

What do you need for this healthy snack?

For approximately 12 bars:

• 10 Medjoul dates, pitted 
• 6 tablespoons of tahini 
• 6 tablespoons of almond paste 
• 9 tablespoons of (gluten-free) oatmeal 
• 4 tablespoons of hemp seeds 
• 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds 
• Grater of 1 lemon 
• Pinch of salt 
• 100 gr dark chocolate (minimum 70%)
• 1 tablespoon of coconut oil 
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

How to make this healthy snack?

1. Peel the dates and soak them in warm water for 10 minutes; 
2. Place the dates with the tahini, almond paste, oatmeal, hemp seeds, sesame seeds, lemon zest and a pinch of salt in a food processor and grind until it forms a dough-like substance; 
3. Spread the dough on the strips of a silicone baking pan and press well (it is also possible to use a greased cake tin and cut strips of the whole thing later); 
4. Place the baking pan in the refrigerator for 20 minutes; 
5. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate au bain-marie, along with the coconut oil and vanilla extract; 
6. Then pour the melted chocolate evenly over the bars and sprinkle with some extra sesame and hemp seeds; 
7. Put the baking pan in the freezer and after 60 minutes your brain food bars will be ready!

Enjoy your meal!