Looking for the perfect grab-and-go goodie packed with plant-based protein and healthy NUTrients to fuel you any time of the day? Look no further than these luscious vegan, gluten free energy bars for that "love at first bite" feeling. 😍

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup Octonuts California Walnut Protein Powder
1/4 cup coconut flour
2 tbsp cacao powder
2 tbsp maple syrup
1/3 cup melted dark chocolate and some extra for coating the final bars
1 cup almond butter
1 tsp vanilla extract or powder
1/2 cup homemade or store-bought raspberry jam

HOW TO

Mix all the ingredients except the jam. Chill until firm.

Roll out the dough and cut into square shapes.

Put a spoonful of raspberry filling in the center and and seal the sides. 

Cover the bars with melted dark chocolate; let them cool in the fridge.

Optional: Garnish with another drizzle of chocolate and sprinkle with freeze-dried raspberries.

Keep refrigerated.

Recipe development and photography thanks to Registered Dietician Nutritionist Annie Siegfried. Follow her on Instagram at @annie_siegfried.