Maca Hemp Energy Bars
The perfect combination of fats, carbs and protein! I’ve been a fan of superfoods for years. Why? Because superfoods are “jet-fuel” for you body! Low in calories, high in anti-oxidants… and they are REAL food.
Why am I mad about MACA?.
Maca is a root crop, maca contains five times more protein than a potato and 4x more fiber; 10% protein; 60% carbohydrate and full of fatty acids, nearly 20 amino acids, including 7 essential amino acids, contains over 55 naturally occurring, beneficial photo-chemicals and trace minerals!
Maca contains alkaloids which nourish the endocrine system. It is used as a stress-fighting adaptogen to increase stamina, combat fatigue. Most people feel their mood and energy level lift in an instant!
Ladies check this out! Maca is famous for its ability to increase energy and libido. for women: naturally balances hormones, increase bone strength, regulate menstrual cycles, reduce cramping or PMS symptoms. Please note the research suggest that macca be eaten continually to receive full benefits.
As always… this is a perfect food to wrapped individually and store in the freeze for a “go-to” snack or part of any meal.
Now for the recipe:
Ingredients:
2 cups dried, unsweetened coconut flakes
2 Tbsp. coconut oil
½ cups hemp seeds
¼ cup coconut nectar or local raw honey
3 Tbsp. maca powder
1 tsp. vanilla extract
¼ tsp. Himalayan salt
Directions:
✴ Place all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until combined
✴ Press cookie dough into shallow glass dish; refrigerate 1 hour
✴ Cut into cookie bars and eat!
✴ YIELDS: approx. 20 bars