Step 1

Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

Pit your dates and then soak them in warm water for 10 minutes. Drain them and then put them directly into a food processor (DO NOT DRY THEM). Pulse for a few minutes until they break down completely. Add in the nut butter and cacao powder and pulse until incorporated.

Step 3

Transfer the crumbly dough to the pan and push it down and out with a small rubber spatula or your fingers, until flat and uniform. Transfer the pan to your fridge to set for 30 minutes.

Step 4

If doing the melted chocolate topping, wait until you're ready to drizzle to melt the choclate because it will dry. Slice the bars and enjoy!