Mo's Mock Lara Bars

Satisfy your sweet tooth with "Mo's Mock Lara Bars," a simple, no-bake recipe that delivers all the indulgence of a dessert with wholesome, nutrient-packed ingredients. Made with naturally sweet Medjool dates, crunchy raw almonds and cashews, and a touch of unsweetened cocoa powder, these bars are a perfect balance of rich flavor and chewy texture. Vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt elevate the taste, while minimal prep time (just 15 minutes!) makes this recipe an easy go-to for a quick snack or post-workout treat. With no added sugar and a naturally gluten-free, vegan-friendly profile, these homemade energy bars are a healthier, customizable alternative to store-bought options. Keep them refrigerated for up to two weeks or freeze them for a longer-lasting grab-and-go snack!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Medjool dates (pitted)
• 0.75 cups Raw almonds
• 0.5 cups Raw cashews
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Sea salt
• 1 tablespoons Water (if needed)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a food processor with a standard blade attachment.

Step 2

Add the raw almonds and cashews to the food processor. Pulse several times until the nuts are roughly chopped, but not overly ground. Transfer the chopped nuts to a bowl and set aside.

Step 3

Place the pitted Medjool dates in the food processor. Process until the dates break down into a sticky, paste-like consistency.

Step 4

Add the chopped nuts back into the food processor with the date paste. Sprinkle in the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Pulse together until the mixture begins to clump and sticks together when pressed between your fingers. If the mixture seems too dry, add 1 tablespoon of water and pulse again.

Step 5

Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Transfer the mixture to the dish and press it down firmly into an even layer using your hands or the back of a spoon.

Step 6

Refrigerate the dish for at least 1 hour to allow the bars to firm up.

Step 7

Once set, lift the mixture out of the dish using the parchment paper overhang. Place it on a cutting board and slice into 8 bars or your desired size.

Step 8

Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(481.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1762.2

Total Fat 79.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 592.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.1g	0%
Total Sugars 200.7g
Protein 40.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 498.0mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 3326.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.0%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 54.7%