Raw Chocolate Energy Bars
[Vegan, Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free]

Crust:

• 1/2 cup crushed almonds
• 1/2 crushed walnuts
• 1/2 cup raw coconut flakes
• 4 medjool dates
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil (measured firm)

Filling:

• 1 cup cashew nuts (soak 4- 12 hours, drain well)
• 2 tablespoons quality tahini
• 2 tablespoons cashew nut butter
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil (measured firm)
• 4 tablespoons raw cacao butter
• 2 tablespoons thick coconut cream
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• a few tablespoons water if needed

Topping:

• 2/3 cup raw cacao paste
• 1/2 cacao butter
• 4 tablespoons coconut oil
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• 3/4 cup raw cacao powder
• 1/2 teaspoon lecithin