Luteal Phase Chocolate Beauty Bars
If you've ever found yourself craving chocolate, something rich, or a little extra comfort before your period, you're not imagining it. During the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle, your body naturally goes through hormonal shifts that can increase appetite, cravings, and energy needs. Instead of fighting those cravings, I love leaning into nourishing ingredients that satisfy while providing protein, healthy fats, fiber, and minerals.
Servings 7
Ingredients
- Brownie Layer
- 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
- 1/3 cup sesame seeds
- 1 cup Medjool dates pitted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup collagen peptides
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/8 cup 2 tbsp unsweetened dairy-free milk
- Chocolate Topping
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips melted
Instructions
- Add the sunflower seeds and sesame seeds to a food processor and pulse until finely ground.
- Add the dates, vanilla, collagen, tahini, cocoa powder, and dairy-free milk.
- Process until a thick, sticky dough forms. If needed, add another teaspoon or two of dairy-free milk.
- Line an 8x4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and firmly press the mixture into an even layer.
- Melt the chocolate chips and spread evenly over the top.
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or freeze for 30-45 minutes, until firm.
- Slice into 10 bars and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
Approximate Macros (1 of 8 bars)
Calories: ~271
Protein: ~9.6 g
Carbohydrates: ~27 g
Fiber: ~5.3 g
Fat: ~16.6 g
Approximate Macros (1 of 7 bars)
Calories: ~305
Protein: ~10.5 g
Carbohydrates: ~30 g
Fiber: ~6–7 g
Fat: ~19 g
Calories: ~271
Protein: ~9.6 g
Carbohydrates: ~27 g
Fiber: ~5.3 g
Fat: ~16.6 g
Approximate Macros (1 of 7 bars)
Calories: ~305
Protein: ~10.5 g
Carbohydrates: ~30 g
Fiber: ~6–7 g
Fat: ~19 g