Seeded slice

Dr Libby Weaver
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Dr Libby Weaver

Author and health and nutrition writer

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Linseeds, also known as flaxseeds, are the richest plant source of omega 3 fats, which are essential for a healthy brain, heart, joints and immune system. Makes 20-25 bars

Ingredients

50 gCoconut shreds, organic, plus 2 cups extra (Main)
½ cupPumpkin seeds
½ cupSunflower seeds
½ cupLinseed / flaxseed
6Figs, sulphur-free, stalks removed
½ cupCurrants
1 tspGround cinnamon
4 TbspTahini
4 TbspOrganic honey, pure
1 pinchSalt
4 TbspPsyllium husks
2 TbspWater, filtered

Directions

  1. Process the coconut in a blender or food processor until creamy and smooth, use a little coconut oil to get the blade moving if necessary. Reserve½cup of the coconut butter and transfer the rest to a jar for future use.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients along with the reserved coconut butter to the blender and pulse until combined.
  3. Line a slice tray with greaseproof paper. Evenly spread the mixture over the tray, pressing down on it to reach the edges. Place another sheet of greaseproof paper on top and use a second tray to push down on the mixture so that it flattens evenly.
  4. Use a sharp knife to mark the flattened mixture into 20–25 slices. Refrigerate.