High protein bars

Lentils, nuts, seeds and eggs are a great way to add protein to your recipes.

Ingredients

1 cup cooked lentils

2 cups rolled oats

1/2 cups oat flour

1/2 cup oat flakes (like Nature’s Path Heritage flakes)

1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

2 eggs, beaten

1/2 cup dates, pitted

1/3 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup cashews, chopped

1/4 cup avocado oil

3 tablespoons sesame seeds

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Method

Preheat at 375F.

Mash the lentils and add the wet ingredients. In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients and incorporate the wet ingredients after. Mix well.

In a lightly greased oven-safe dish, add the mixture and press evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Let cool and cut in squares. Enjoy!