Hemp Protein Bars may sound healthy but maybe you're thinking, a bit boring?

However, these bars are anything but boring. These are sweet, chocolatey, and delicious. And the healthy part is, yes, they are. Extremely healthy. These bars are sweet but have no refined sugar. Instead, I used dates as a natural, healthy sweetener.

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About Dates

Dates are naturally high in sugar, so they are unrefined, whole-food sweeteners. Dates are also naturally sticky, so they do double duty as a binder in bars like these hemp protein bars. They're also high in fibre and potassium, so they bring a lot more than sweetness to a recipe.

About Hemp Hearts

Hemp is a species of the Cannabis plant but is not the same as marijuana. Hemp seeds do not contain any real amount of THC, the compound in marijuana that makes people high.

The hemp species of plant is cultivated for its seeds, which are also called hemp hearts. They have a chewy texture and a mild, nutty flavour which makes them perfect for baking, salads, smoothies, and raw treats like these protein bars.

Hemp is a Super Food

Hemp hearts are very, very nutritious. Twenty-five percent of the total calories in hemp seed is protein. Compared to chia or flaxseed, hemp has double the protein and half the carbohydrates. This is saying a lot because both chia and flax are also nutritional superstars. (Try these Easy Chia Energy Balls)

Hemp seeds are also an excellent way to consume healthy fats, as well as a great source of Vitamin E, Calcium, Iron, Zinc, and other minerals. You can find more in-depth info on hemp seed nutrition here: Health Benefits of Hemp Seeds

Cacao Packs even more nutrition into these protein bars

The fact that dark chocolate is so good for us brings joy to my heart. Because chocolate makes everything better, like these hemp protein bars. Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and minerals.

About These Protein Bars

These bars are so yummy, you will feel like you are eating a decadent brownie treat. Until you remember everything that I said above and realize there's no need for guilt here.

These delicious bars make a perfect addition to a packed lunch for school or work, a protein hit for post-workout, and I even like them for breakfast. Try hemp seed in a delicious morning smoothie, too: Kiwi, Banana & Hemp Smoothie With Ginger and Lime

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