Start by placing the pitted dates in a bowl and covering them with boiling water to soak for about 10 minutes. Make sure you check for pits in your dates, even if you buy them already pitted!

While the dates soak, stir together the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl, from the ground flaxseed to the chocolate chips.

Once the dates are soft, drain the water and place the soft dates in a small food processor with the 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Process until a smooth paste forms.

Pour the date paste and ¾ cup of nut butter into the mixing bowl with the dry ingredients and stir well until everything combines and a sticky dough forms.

Take handfuls of dough and form them into cookie shapes. Pack the dough together well.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge!