raw nuts bars or energy balls

• pack of 300g dates or approximately 16 large Medjool dates, pitted
• 1 cup nuts of your choice (I used an equal amount of almonds, pecans and cashews)
• 135g (1 cup) rolled oats
• 200g (4 tbsp) ME, MAPLE & I’s maple peanut butter
• OR
• 3 tbsp of regular peanut peanut + 1-2 tbsp maple spread 
• pinch of salt if nuts are unsalted

Method

1. In a food processor, pulse the dates.
2. Add the remaining ingredients and pulse some more, until the mixture holds together when you press it in your hands. (If it does not stick together, add more dates and pulse again)
3. Wet your fingers and roll into 10 balls 

OR

Line an 20 x 20cm baking dish with parchment paper. Pour the mixture in the baking dish and press it down firmly. Refrigerate for an hour. Cut into bars of desired size.