Hemp Heart Peanut Butter Squares

Dark chocolate bars cut into squares with a knife on a yellow surface, next to a Hemp & Co. product packaging.

These bars are an excellent on-the-go snack, combining hemp hearts with peanut butter, and a touch of honey or maple syrup. They’re perfect for an energizing boost during busy winter days.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Hemp & Co hemp hearts
  • ¾ cup wholemeal flour
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • ¾ cup peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp butter or coconut oil (for base)
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil (for topping)
  • ¾ cup dark chocolate chips

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine hemp hearts, wholemeal flour, and almond flour.
  2. In a small pot over low heat, melt 2 tbsp coconut oil, then stir in peanut butter and honey until smooth.
  3. Mix wet ingredients into dry until a crumbly dough forms.
  4. Press firmly into an 8”x8” parchment-lined pan to form the base.
  5. In a small pot or double boiler, melt 1 tbsp coconut oil with chocolate chips over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  6. Pour chocolate over the base and spread evenly. Freeze for 45-60 minutes until set.
  7. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cutting into 16 squares.

Notes

  • Health: High in protein from hemp hearts and peanut butter; uses honey for natural sweetness.
  • Texture: Wholemeal flour adds a hearty, nutty base.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

As butter is predominantly a saturated fat, if you wanted to reduce the level of unhealthy saturated fat but retain the butter flavour try a combination of coconut and butter. Consider this square as a healthier treat to enjoy in moderation

Yield: 30 squares