I know it can be hard to imagine a delicious, satisfying sweet that may not contain chocolate or fruit, but this no bake ginger slice will certainly win you over, trust me!
I got my inspiration for this recipe from good old fashioned ginger crunch which is a New Zealand (where I live) traditional recipe. It has been passed down through generations and you can find it at most cafes.
Even though I am inspired by the traditional ginger crunch recipe, I wanted to create a much healthier version. Mine is free from white flour, butter, icing sugar, golden syrup, and refined sugars. I instead chose to sweeten it with dates and honey. They are much healthier alternatives, as well as full of added health benefits.
They are super easy to make. Like, suuuuper easy. All you need is a food processor, one spatula, and some measuring cups. Oh, and definitely no need for a stand mixer or an oven! Effortless cooking? Yes puh-lease.
These bars have a hearty texture and slight crunch from the rolled oats and chopped cashews they are chewy like energy bars, hearty like granola bars, and sweet like cookies. Made with just seven ingredients, including oats, cashews, coconut oil, honey and ginger these bars will satisfy your sweet tooth in a super healthy way.
The addition of ginger is one of the best things you can put in your body! It supports the immune system, it’s loaded with antioxidants, and can prevent disease with long-term consumption. Ginger is anti-inflammatory and contains the bioactive compound gingerol, which is a powerful antioxidant.
Long-hailed for its medicinal, therapeutic, and culinary benefits, ginger is a true wonder spice with many therapeutic properties. It has a long history of use in various forms of traditional and alternative medicine. It’s been used to aid digestion, helps you lose weight, reduces nausea, manages arthritis and helps fight the flu and common cold, to name a few of its purposes.
The good fats coming from cashews and coconut further have anti-inflammatory properties, provide sustainable energy, balance blood sugar, and help us glow from the inside out. So don’t take these bars as just dessert, but rather think of them as health and beauty food 😉
They are decadent, soft, velvety, moist and crunchy. They are also shockingly delicious and are perfect as gift-giving treats or when you are craving candy bars only these are way better! You can also customize them easily with your own creative twists!
But c’mon – I don’t have to tell you how delicious cashews, coconut and ginger is together. Recipes based on these ingredients exist for a reason. They are so darn satisfying that if you keep a few of these in the freezer they will put an end to those sweet cravings once and for all but still have you staying in the healthy eating plan. Guaranteed!
I could (and did) eat these ginger cashew bars every single day. Maybe even twice a day! Can you blame me? They are so freakin’ good. I wasn’t sure how the ginger would taste in these bars but they ended up being a hit. I’m sure you will love them too. 🙂
Ginger Cashew Energy Bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup cashews, soaked 3+ hours and drained
- 1 cup dates, soaked at least 30 minutes and drained
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger or fresh grated ginger root
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line a 7 x 5-inch loaf pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the bars out easier for cutting.In a food processor add all ingredients and process until the mixture is finely chopped and starts to stick together. Be careful not to over process as its nice to have texture variance and different sized “bits” in your energy bars.Taste test and add more honey, ginger or vanilla if you think it needs it.Transfer the mixture into the lined pan and spread out evenly with a spatula or back of a spoon.Refrigerate the bars for at least 1-2 hours to allow them to set and firm up.Once set, remove from the refrigerator, cut into 10-12 bars or more smaller squares.Keep for up to 1 week in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.
If you are looking for more delicious, healthy, no bake desserts and treats to help you reach your health, wellness and fitness goals, you will love my collection here: Blended Bites
