Orange Protein Bars

Ingredients:

· Spray or Butter, as needed for greasing

· 1 can chickpeas, drained & rinsed

· 7 dates, pitted

· 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed

· 2 tablespoons nut butter

· ½ teaspoon cinnamon

· Zest of 1 orange

· 2 tablespoons chopped candied orange peel

Directions

1. Grease and line a 6” pan with parchment. Set aside.

2. Place the chickpeas, dates, flaxseed, nut butter, cinnamon and orange zest into a food processor and process until mixture is combined.

3. Stir in the candied peel.

4. Place into pan and push into bottom.

5. Chill in refrigerator until set, then cut into bars.

6. Enjoy!