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Instructions:
1. Prep the Dried Fruits:
Wash the dried fruits (dates, plums, cranberries, raisins, and apricots).
Soak them in a bowl of cold water for 15-20 minutes to remove any preservatives and activate beneficial nutrients.
Drain the soaked fruits well after 20 minutes.
2. Prepare the Nuts and Seeds:
Toast the almonds (75g) in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, watching closely to avoid burning. This takes about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
Lightly fry the sesame seeds (35g) in a pan over medium heat for a minute or two, until toasted and fragrant. Set aside, reserving a small amount for decoration later.
Chop the walnuts (70g) into coarse pieces.
3. Combine Fruits and Nuts:
In a large bowl, combine all the chopped or whole dried fruits (apricots, cranberries, raisins, soaked dates, and plums), chopped walnuts, roasted almonds, pumpkin seeds, and pine nuts.
Add the oat flakes to the bowl.
4. Grind and Mix:
Using a blender or food processor, grind the soaked dates and plums until they form a sticky paste.
Add this paste to the bowl with the other ingredients and mix well using a spoon or spatula to ensure everything is evenly combined.
5. Shape and Freeze:
With clean hands, form the mixture into a long cylinder shape.
Spread the reserved sesame seeds on a plate and roll the cylinder in the sesame seeds to coat the outside for decoration.
Place the formed cylinder on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper.
Freeze the cylinder for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
6. Slice and Enjoy:
Once frozen, slice the cylinder into bite-sized pieces using a sharp knife.
Enjoy your delicious and sugar-free energy dessert!
Nutritional Benefits:
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