BASE INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup mixed nuts (like almonds and walnuts)
• 1 1/4 cup pitted dates
• 1/4 cup raw organic cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup water

FILLING INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups cashews soaked overnight
• 3/4 cups full fat coconut milk
• 1/3 cup coconut oil
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1 Sunkist_® lemon, juiced
• 2 tsp. of lemon zest

TOPPING INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups Sunkist Ojai Pixie tangerines, Gold Nugget mandarins, or regular mandarins (approx. 8 individual)
• 2 Tbsp. maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp. turmeric powder

DIRECTIONS

BASE

1. Mix all base ingredients into a food processor until you have a dough-like consistency.
2. Line a 9x9 tray with parchment paper, and line the bottom with your base using hands or a spatula.
3. Set aside in fridge to firm up.

FILLING

1. Mix all ingredients into a food processor, until you achieve a consistent liquid filling. (A few lumps are okay.)
2. Using a spatula, add this layer to your base, and set aside in the fridge.

1. In a shallow bowl, peel your citrus and begin to chop down into little pieces.
2. With a fork, press down to extract juice and fillings, until you get one consistency.
3. On the stovetop, over medium heat, add pressed citrus with maple syrup, and let simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the topping layer to the bars chilling in the fridge and spread evenly.
5. Move to freezer and freeze for approximately 3 hours before cutting and serving.