Place the almonds in a food processor and pulse until finely ground.

Add the pitted dates to the ground almonds and process until the mixture sticks together.

Add the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Process until the mixture becomes a sticky dough.

Line a square baking pan with parchment paper. Press the dough evenly into the pan.

Optional: Sprinkle with shredded coconut or additional chopped almonds.

Refrigerate for at least an hour to set.

Cut into squares and serve chilled.