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Homemade Chocolate Chews :: Pure, Raw Plant-Based Energy

Last Updated on January 8, 2019 by Andrea

Homemade Chocolate Chews :: Pure, Raw Plant-Based Energy

Homemade Chocolate Chews :: Pure, Raw Plant-Based Energy

This weekend, I was more-than-usual, super busy in the kitchen!

I’ve been inching toward the low end on several of the homemade condiments and staples that I typically keep readily available.

And then I was reminded of my recipe for Chocolate Chews!

They had to be made!

These Chocolate Chews are 100% pure, raw plant-based energy and nutrition.

I love having one a few hours before — or a little after — I go hiking, practice yoga, or do any type of strenuous exercise. They are perfect to wrap up for those grab-n-go mornings. They satisfy my sweet chocolate cravings.

They’re pretty much the yummiest things ever!

Homemade Chocolate Chews

Homemade Chocolate Chews

Ingredients
*Use organic ingredients whenever possible. I have linked to examples of products I purchase and use in my home. 

  • 1 cup medjool dates
  • 1 1/4 cup hemp seeds (these are my favorite organic hemp seeds)
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil (this is absolutely, hands-down the best coconut oil EVER)
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1 cup fair trade cacao powder
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 

Method

  1. In a food processor, add all ingredients.
  2. Mix until well combined, 1-2 minutes.
  3. Transfer mixture to a 8×8 glass dish and press down using a spatula.
  4. Refrigerate for 4 hours to allow mixture to firm up.
  5. Cut into bars, size suitable for your needs.
  6. Wrap individual bars in unbleached parchment paper or plastic wrap. Store in refrigerator. Will keep for 2-3 weeks — if they last that long.

Enjoy!

 

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  1. Vickie says

    These sound delicious! Luckily it appears they are also healthy! Thanks for the recipe, can’t wait to try it. Have a great week, Andrea!

    • Andrea says

      They are super delicious & healthy:) Let me know what you think! And I hope you have a great week too…thank you Vickie:)

    • Tammy says

      do you know what the sugar content is?

  2. Rebecca says

    If you want to substitute hemp seeds, do you have any ideas of good substitutions? What if you want to avoid hemp because of thyroid issues? I read that hemp seeds are something to avoid. I always thought they were healthy for you and so I would use hemp protein powder in my smoothies. I HATE the taste of hemp so I have to hide it in something like smoothies. But now I am concerned.

    Thanks.

    • Andrea says

      Hi Rebecca! I’d use either ground raw almonds or raw cashews:)

    • Carol says

      Rebecca, I just did some searching on this, as both my daughters have thyroid issues, and one has a medical marijuana card for pain….The results I got, and the articles I read ALL indicated that although more research is required, cannabis actually HELPS those with thyroid issues.
      Here is one article:
      http://www.medicann.com/conditions-and-diseases/medical-cannabis-and-the-thyroid-gland/
      Maybe you misunderstood the connection?
      Also, hemp seeds are not the same as marijuana, commonly known as cannabis.

  3. Raine says

    I use sesame seeds in my chocolate when hemp seeds aren’t available. Can’t wait to try this recipe:)

  4. Staci says

    I really want to try these…but not a tahini fan. Think I could substitute with almond butter?

    • Andrea says

      Absolutely!

  5. carmel garcia says

    sounds like right up my alley. thanks for the great recipe.

  6. Kathy says

    Thanks Andrea! I am always looking for new snack ideas for our family! How well would this hold up outside of the fridge (say in packed in a lunchbox or taken on a trip), would it still stay in tact? Thanks you so much for posting!

    • Andrea says

      You’re very welcome Kathy! And they really hold up with excellence outside of the refrigerator. They may become a little sticky, but not bad at all.

  7. Jeannie H. says

    I have been wondering if Medjool dates are different / better than other dates that are more familiar to me.

  8. Anne-Marie Bilella says

    Oh my goodness!! These sound fabulous, well anything chocolate is fabulous! I bet adding cocoa nibs would be great too – I may use this recipe at my Herbal Chocolates Class next month. 🙂

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