These Cacao Nib Bars are not necessarily linked to the seasons (I am pretty sure at no time of the year cacao trees will be growing in the Netherlands), but in a way they are perfect for these winter afternoons. Plus, I would consider that they hold up much better in the cold than on sweaty summer days.
I am lucky enough to find cacao nibs around for a good price on the Amsterdam day market around the corner of my place, and I think they taste incredible with no sweetness but full bittersweet cacao taste with all of the crunch. Whoever might still be looking, Amazon can be a really good starting point. This review of a 'certified chocoholic with a weight problem' would definitely win me over (I am still laughing at it).
These bars are salty, sweet and crunchy with a little bit of bitterness coming from the cacao. The ingredients can be easily swapped out or adapted to your liking.
Happy snacking and have a good weekend.:)
(Losely based on the Raw Brownie recipe of My New Roots.) —Eline - Tuk's Kitchen
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