3 Reasons why its heart healthy:
- Oats and dates are great sources of carbohydrates and fibre, which not only give you energy but also lowers blood pressure and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels.
- Pumpkin seeds are high in omega 3 fatty acids. These help lower your blood pressure and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, helping to keep your heart healthy.
- Almonds and nut butter are naturally low in saturated fats, whilst high in fibre and protein. They provide you with energy, help keep you fuller for longer, lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and help to keep your HDL (good) cholesterol levels high.
Homemade energy bars
These bars are full of carbohydrates and fibre and naturally low in saturated fats. They’re a great snack to fuel you for exercise, or to get you through the day.
Servings
12
servingsPrep time
1
hourCooking time
5
minutesIngredients
135 g rolled oats
100 g almonds, roughly chopped
40 g pumpkin seeds
65 g nut butter- peanut butter or almond butter
80 g honey
200 g dates
Directions
- Put the dates in a food processor with 100ml water and blitz until they form a dough-like consistency
- To a large mixing bowl, add the oats, almonds, and dates. Mix.
- In a small saucepan, warm the honey and nut butter until thin and combined. Then, pout it over the oat mixture and stir.
- Once mixed, transfer it to a lined baking dish (8x8inch or 20x20cm) and scatter over the pumpkin seeds, press down firmly until flat. Then place it in the fridge for 45 mins – 1 hour.
- Once ready to eat, cut into 12 even bars and enjoy.
