Spring into the Season with Guilt-free Recipes from Barefoot Bistro

Spring into the season with Barefoot Bistro.  Patti Hilton shares some of her recipes for sweet, guilt-free treats.

1/2 cup p-nut butter

1 cup steel-cut oats

1/4 cup honey

1/2 cup almonds

1/4 cup semi-sweet dark chocolate chips

1/4 cup shredded coconut (dried)

In a large bowl combine all ingredients. Place waxed paper on a sheet pan. Roll 2 TBSP into approximately 2 inch sized balls. Place on waxed paper. Continue until you have used all the dough.

2 cups pitted dates (rough chop)

2 cups Pecans

1 cup almonds

3/4 cup cocoa powder

2 TBSP coconut oil (melted)

1/2 cup shredded coconut

2 tsp vanilla

1 TBSP cold espresso

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 pinch cayenne

Place ingredients in a food processor. Pulse on and off to start. Process about 1 minute.

Line a 2 qt baking dish with plastic wrap. Place mixture in dish and smooth with a spatula. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into bars. Serve and enjoy!