From Clarissa Kussin

DID YOU KNOW: Bananas are one of the most nutritional and healing fruits readily available today. They are 76% water and are packed with vitamins C and B6 and minerals such as potassium, copper, and manganese. Their high water/nutrient ratio makes them a great electrolyte food perfect for busy moms, workout enthusiasts, and people on the go. Bananas are also an excellent “brain food” great for heavy thinkers and are known to help build strong muscles as well as strengthen the nervous system.

These Banana Nut Squares add the benefits of nuts (protein, healthy fats) to make the perfect snack that tastes great and packs a nutritious punch.

Ingredients

Bottom:

• 1 cup dates, pitted, softened in warm water for 10 minutes
• 1 1/2 cups mixed raw almonds and walnuts (or cashews)
• 1/4 cup raw cacao powder

Top:

• 2 really ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup raw cacao powder
• 4 Tbsp almond butter
• 4 Tbsp raw honey or maple syrup

Directions

1. Mix together all bottom ingredients in a food processor until well-blended.
2. Spread bottom ingredients in a large glass baking pan until evenly distributed.
3. Mix together top ingredients in a food processor until well-blended.
4. Spread top blend over bottom layer, adding until evenly distributed.
5. Cut into squares.

That's it! For a super special treat, sprinkle with goji berries, coconut, crushed pumpkin seeds, or cacao nibs.

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