Goji Berry Energy Bar
Boost your energy naturally with these wholesome and nutrient-packed Goji Berry Energy Bars! Loaded with superfoods like antioxidant-rich goji berries, protein-packed chia seeds, and crunchy almonds, these no-bake bars are a perfect snack for busy mornings, pre-workout fuel, or midday pick-me-ups. Sweetened with honey or maple syrup and held together with creamy peanut or almond butter, these bars offer the perfect balance of natural sweetness and satisfying texture. Optional dark chocolate chips add a touch of indulgence, making these bars as delicious as they are nutritious. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no oven time, this easy recipe is ideal for meal prepping and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for grab-and-go convenience. Whether you're looking for a high-energy snack or a clean-eating treat, these Goji Berry Energy Bars are the perfect solution!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cups goji berries
- 0.5 cups raw almonds
- 0.25 cups pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 0.5 cups honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 cups natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cups dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some excess paper hanging over the edges for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, goji berries, raw almonds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, and ground flaxseed. Stir well to mix evenly.
In a small saucepan, gently heat the honey (or maple syrup) and peanut butter (or almond butter) over low heat until smooth and well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Pour the warm peanut butter-honey mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are coated and stick together.
If using dark chocolate chips, fold them into the mixture once it has slightly cooled to prevent melting.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press it down firmly and evenly into the pan.
Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the mixture is firm enough to slice.
Once set, use the overhanging parchment paper to lift the mixture out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and slice into 12 bars.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 57 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 231 mg | 5% | |
*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.
