Mocha Protein Squares

Ingredients

• 2 cups dates (pitted)
• 1 cup almonds
• 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
• 2 tbsp instant coffee
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/4 cup water
• Dark chocolate for drizzle

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak dates in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain

2. 2

   Process almonds until coarsely ground

3. 3

   Add dates, protein powder, coffee, and cocoa to processor

4. 4

   Add water gradually until mixture sticks together

5. 5

   Press into 8x8 pan lined with parchment

6. 6

   Drizzle with melted dark chocolate

7. 7

   Refrigerate for 2 hours before cutting