* 1 ½ cups walnuts
* 1 cup pitted dates
* 1 tsp vanilla
* 1/3 cup cacao powder
* ½ cup fresh mint

Mix all ingredients in food processor, pulse and then blend well. The mixture should have the consistency of peanut butter. Press into a greased 9x9 dish. Store in freezer for at least one hour. Remove and serve cold or at room temperature, cutting the fudge into 1-inch squares..

These are great for a pre-workout energy bite, to bring to a holiday party and to crowd-out holiday candy!

*Note: if you are reducing caffeine for a better night’s sleep, remember that cacao has caffeine. If you do eat a piece of the fudge, do so earlier in the day!