This article provides a recipe for a high-protein healthy rocky road snack that is gluten-free and made with whole-food ingredients. The recipe includes dried fruit, nuts, black beans, cacao powder, dates, coconut oil, and optional vegan protein powder. The squares can be enjoyed for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack and can be stored in the fridge for up to seven days or frozen for later.
The recipe is quick and easy to make using a food processor and blender. The dry ingredients are left chunky, while the chocolate mixture is blended smooth before being pressed into a tin and chilled for at least two hours. This vegan version of rocky road provides plant protein from black beans and nuts, making it a nutritious and delicious treat for any time of day.