Energy Bars
Fuel your day with these no-bake homemade Energy Bars that are packed with wholesome, nutrient-rich ingredients! Featuring a base of hearty rolled oats, protein-packed almonds and walnuts, and naturally sweet dates, these bars are the perfect combination of chewy and crunchy. A blend of unsweetened peanut butter and honey binds everything together, while chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla extract add a boost of flavor and nutrition. Want to satisfy your chocolate cravings? Toss in some dark chocolate chips for a delightful twist! Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, these versatile bars are ideal for quick breakfasts, pre-workout snacks, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Store them in the fridge or freezer for a tasty, grab-and-go treat that’s as convenient as it is healthy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cups almonds
- 0.5 cups walnuts
- 1.25 cups dates (pitted)
- 0.25 cups honey
- 0.5 cups peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cups dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
In a food processor, pulse the pitted dates until they form a sticky dough-like consistency. If the dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes and drain before processing.
Roughly chop the almonds and walnuts, or pulse them a few times in the food processor to achieve a coarser texture.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, and ground cinnamon. Stir to mix evenly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, warm the peanut butter and honey for about 20-30 seconds or until slightly runny. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Pour the peanut butter and honey mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Add the processed dates and mix well using your hands (lightly oiled to prevent sticking) or a sturdy spatula.
If using, fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly with your hands or a flat-bottomed object to create an even layer.
Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture sets and is firm enough to cut.
Remove from the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang, and slice into 12 bars or your desired size.
Store the energy bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.7 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 622 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 446.5 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 65.7 g | 235% | |
| Total Sugars | 281.9 g | ||
| Protein | 86.7 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 755 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 21.5 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 4106 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
