Chocolate Mairibars (Gluten Free Energy Bar)

• 1 lb pitted dates (about 2 1/2 cups)
• 1 cup water
• 23 cup cocoa powder
• 2 cups almond meal
• 2 cups unsweetened dried shredded coconut
• 2 cups nuts, chopped (pecans, walnuts)

1. Put dates in a saucepan, add water and boil until the water is absorbed and the dates are soft.
2. Remove from heat and smooth the mixture with a wooden spoon until you have a soft, thick paste.
3. Place mixture in a large mixing bowl.
4. Add cocoa powder and mix thoroughly with dates.
5. Add ground almonds and stir into paste.
6. Add coconut and chopped nuts.
7. Knead these last two ingredients into the mixture either by hand or use a bread hook.
8. When thoroughly mixed transfer to a 8 x 13 pan; smooth mixture out and cover it.
9. Place in the refrigerator and let it set for an hour before cutting into squares.

dates, water, cocoa powder, almond meal, coconut, nuts

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/chocolate-mairibars-gluten-free-energy-bar-352304 (may not work)