Nutty Date Bars

Ingredients

• dates200 g
• peanuts100 g
• pistachios100 g
• pumpkin seeds100 g
• sunflower seeds100 g
• walnuts100 g
• sesame seeds100 g
• butter1 tablespoon (50 g)
• shredded coconut (for coating)to taste

Preparation

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the dates and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are soft.

2. 2

   Add peanuts, pistachios, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, walnuts and sesame seeds. Stir and cook for a few more minutes until everything is well combined and lightly toasted.

3. 3

   Place the mixture on parchment paper. When it's cool enough to handle, gently knead it through the parchment paper until it becomes sticky and holds together.

4. 4

   Shape into a block or rectangle and let rest for 3-4 hours until firm.

5. 5

   Cover the outside with shredded coconut, cut into slices and serve.