Paleo Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of these Paleo Chocolate Chip Granola Bars, a perfectly balanced snack that's as satisfying as it is nourishing! Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like raw almonds, pecans, shredded coconut, and naturally sweet Medjool dates, these bars bring the ideal crunch and chewiness to every bite. The rich creaminess of almond butter, swirled with a hint of honey and warm cinnamon, creates a luscious blend that binds the bars together, while Paleo-friendly dark chocolate chips add an irresistible touch of indulgence. Quick and easy to prepare, these granola bars take just 15 minutes to assemble and are lightly baked for a golden finish, enhancing the toasted nutty flavor. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, they're a wholesome grab-and-go treat perfect for post-workout energy, hiking fuel, or a guilt-free dessert. Make a batch today and enjoy the perfect harmony of healthy and delectable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup raw pecans
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 12 pieces medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup almond butter
- 0.5 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.75 cup dark chocolate chips (Paleo-friendly)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
In a food processor, combine the almonds and pecans. Pulse a few times until they are roughly chopped. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Add the shredded coconut to the food processor and pulse a few times, being careful not to over-process. Add it to the mixing bowl with the nuts.
Place the pitted dates in the food processor and process until they form a sticky paste. You may need to scrape down the sides a few times.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the almond butter and honey. Stir continuously until smoothly combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sea salt.
Pour the almond butter mixture over the chopped nut mixture in the large bowl. Add in the date paste and mix everything together until well combined and everything sticks together.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Press it firmly and evenly into the pan using your hands or the back of a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until the edges start to turn golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, lift the granola bar slab from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 12 bars using a sharp knife.
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the fridge for longer freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.9 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 86 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 536 mg | 11% | |
*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.
