No-Bake Manuka Bars

Crust

· 2 cups walnuts

· ¾ cup unsweetened shredded coconut

· 1 teaspoon cinnamon

· dash of pink Himalayan sea salt

· 8 Medjool dates, pitted

· 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

· 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted

Frosting

· 1 cup coconut butter, softened

· 2 tablespoons ghee

· 1 tablespoon Manuka honey (plus more for drizzling)

· ½ teaspoon vanilla

Topping:

· ¼ cup unsweetened coconut chips

· dash of cinnamon

· 1 tablespoon bee pollen (optional)

Line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper.

Place walnuts and shredded coconut in a food process and blend until the consistency of course sand. Add cinnamon, sea salt, vanilla, and dates and process again, slowly incorporating coconut oil until sticky crumble is formed.

Transfer mixture to baking dish and press down until evenly spread. Place in the fridge for 20 minutes.

Meanwhile make frosting. Add coconut butter, ghee, honey, and vanilla to a medium bowl and stir to combine. Spread evenly on top of walnut coconut crust. Drizzle more honey if desired and add toppings. Place back in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set. Slice in to bars and store in the fridge.