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Need a sweet treat without the sugar crash? Then try these healthy gooey choc mint slice, made from all natural sweetness.
These guys are always a winner and the first to go in my household. And because they’re made from all natural ingredients and no artificial sugar added, I know its going to fuel the kiddies body without the effect of a sugar high (Bouncing off the wall) and then a sugar crash.
The sweet sticky dates, mixed with the bitter cocoa makes a decadent treat with a minty freshness. So tasty you won’t believe it’s actually healthy 😇.
They’re also low in calories too, so a healthy sugar fix you don’t have to worry or feel guilty about.
No baking required, just blitz, squash into a pan and let it set in the fridge. How easy is that.
Forget chocolate mint slice, these guys are the perfect bite size gooey chocolatey snack to have with your cuppa.
Why not make up a batch for when you need a healthy sweet treat hit.
Healthy Gooey Choc Mint Slice
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup medjool dates
- 1/2 cup raw almonds
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup shredded coconuts
- 1 1/2 tbs cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp peppermint extract
- 2 tbs coconut oil
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Instructions
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Put all ingredients into a food processor and blitz till combined and smooth
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Pour mixture into a lined brownie pan and spread mixture evenly.
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Let it set in the fridge for about 1 hr before cutting into even slices.
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Sprinkle a bit of cocoa powder on top and you are done.
Recipe Notes
Mixture can also be used to make protein balls. Simply roll mixture into a ball with the palm of your hands and dust with cocoa powder.
You can pulse the mixture instead of blitz for a crunchier texture.
Store in an air tight container
*Nutrition information is approximate and is meant as a guide only*
