Hemp Seed Apricot Chews
Serves 24
Time 1 hr 5 min
Hemp seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids. Sweet, nutty, chewy and dense, this snack satisfies that afternoon craving for sweets. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups (about 1 pound) dried apricots, roughly chopped
- 1 cup chopped pitted dates
- 1 cup shelled hemp seeds
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract
Method
Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set it aside.
Pulse the apricots, dates, hemp seeds, lemon juice, nutmeg and vanilla in a food processor until mixture forms a chunky paste.
Transfer to prepared pan and press with a spatula to create an even thickness.
Cover and chill until firm, 1 to 2 hours, and then cut into squares for serving.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 1 chew, 100 calories (25 from fat), 2.5g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 18g carbohydrates (2g dietary fiber, 13g sugar), 3g protein.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups (about 1 pound) dried apricots, roughly chopped
- 1 cup chopped pitted dates
- 1 cup shelled hemp seeds
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract