Red Kidney Bean, Cacao & Buckwheat Bars

A delicious fibre-rich chocolatey snack you will love.

Red Kidney Bean, Cacao & Buckwheat Bars

I am always trying to add fibre, antioxidants and flavour wherever possible, and these Red Kidney Bean, Cacao & Buckwheat Bars really ticks those boxes. These bars are also great for toddlers, as they're low in sugar, and they went down a treat with my boys.

Don't be put off by the kidney beans; they give the most delicious texture when mixed with the cacao and the crunch from the Buckwheat. Baking with beans and other vegetables can be a brilliant way to add more to your or your family's day.

I also added my favourite prebiotic supplement, Bio Me PHGG, from Invivo Healthcare. This is a brilliant product for supporting regular bowel movements, increasing the diversity of the good gut bugs, and supporting healthy hormone function.

Ingredients:

• 170g of Buckwheat

• 165g of dates (add more if you want a sweeter taste)

• 60g of coconut oil, melted

• 30g cacao powder

• 3 tbsp of  Bio Me PHGG

• 150g of Buckwheat groats, washed, raw.

• 50g of Linwoods Mix, Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries

Method

1. Prepare a loaf tin with parchment paper.

2. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix to form a thick batter.

3. Spread the mixture onto the baking sheet covered with parchment paper and press down to a uniform thickness. 

4. Chill at least 1 hour. in the freezer

5. Remove from pan and cut the bars.

6. Store in the fridge (or freezer).