No-Bake Walnut, Cocoa, Cherry Bars

DESCRIPTION

Make a batch of these No-Bake Walnut, Cocoa, Cherry Bars early in the week and you’ll have a delicious, satisfying snack for whenever you need a quick pick me up. Medjool dates, oats, walnuts, dried cherries and cocoa powder come together to create a tart and sweet treat.

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup pitted Medjool dates (about 12)
• 1/2 cup shelled California walnuts
• 1/2 cup unsweetened dried cherries
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large food processor bowl, combine oats, dates, walnuts, cherries, cocoa powder and salt. Process 1-2 minutes, or until mixture resembles a crumbly dough.
2. Turn mixture onto wax paper and shape evenly into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle.
3. Chill at least 1 hour and cut into 9 bars. Bars do not need to be stored in the refrigerator.