Apricot and Seed Protein Bars

• dried apricot↗140g g
• oats↗40g g
• coconut flakes↗40g g
• sunflower seeds↗25g g
• sesame seeds↗1 ст. л. tbsp
• dried cranberries↗15g g
• hemp protein powder↗3 ст. л. tbsp

  protein powder

• chia seeds↗1 ст. л. tbsp

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Pulse the dried apricots in a food processor, add 150 ml of boiling water and the oats, mix until a homogeneous mass forms, and transfer to a bowl.

2. 2

   In a dry non‑stick skillet over low heat, toast the coconut flakes, sunflower seeds and sesame, stirring constantly until golden. Add the toasted ingredients to the apricot mixture together with the dried cranberries, hemp protein powder and chia seeds. Stir until a thick paste forms.

3. 3

   Shape the mixture into a long log on a sheet of cling film, wrap tightly, refrigerate until firm, then slice into thin pieces. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.