NUT PULP ENERGY BAR

Making homemade nut milk has been fun but not sure what to do with the leftover pulp? This no-bake delicious energy bar is perfect for using up the nut pulp and you can add any choice of dry fruits to make your own recipe! 

Ingredients: 

• 2 cups nut pulp
• 1 cup choice of dried fruits and roasted nuts*
• 1 cup soft dates
• 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
• 1/2 cup nut butter 
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

*Try mixing seeds, nuts, coconut, dried flax seeds, dried fruits of your choice

Instruction:

1. Pulse soft dates in food processor until it becomes a sticky blended mixture.
2. Dry roast the nut pulp in a pan over medium heat. Set aside.
3. In a pan, add maple syrup and nut butter. Mix over medium heat until well blended. Do not overcook.
4. In a large bowl, combine nut pulp, dried fruits, other dry toppings, and salt. Combine well. 
5. Add dates and maple syrup-nut butter mixture into the bowl and combine with dry ingredients. 
6. Pour the mixture into a lined baking pan. Press down with a spoon to flatten.
7. Refrigerate to set for at least 2 hours then cut to squares.