Primal Energy Bar Recipe
Fuel your day with the ultimate *Primal Energy Bar Recipe*! Packed with wholesome ingredients like almonds, walnuts, medjool dates, chia seeds, and flaxseeds, these no-bake bars are a powerhouse of healthy fats, plant-based protein, and natural sweetness. Infused with rich cocoa powder, a hint of vanilla, and the option to add dark chocolate chips, these bars deliver a satisfying balance of flavor and nutrition. Perfect as a quick on-the-go snack, a pre-workout boost, or a midday energy pick-me-up, they're ready in just 15 minutes with no oven required. Plus, they’re easily customizable with peanut or almond butter and your choice of honey or maple syrup for a touch of natural sweetness. Store them in the fridge or freezer to keep these nutrient-dense bars fresh and ready for whenever you need a delicious burst of energy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 cup walnuts
- 10 pieces medjool dates (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons flaxseeds
- 0.5 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 0.25 cup peanut butter or almond butter
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. Add the almonds and walnuts to a food processor and pulse until they are finely ground into a coarse meal-like texture.
2. Add the pitted medjool dates to the food processor and blend until the mixture starts to come together and form a sticky dough.
3. Add the chia seeds, flaxseeds, shredded coconut, and cocoa powder into the food processor. Pulse a few times to combine the ingredients evenly.
4. Add the peanut butter (or almond butter), honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and sea salt to the mixture. Blend until the entire mixture is cohesive and begins to clump together slightly.
5. If using, stir in the dark chocolate chips by hand to avoid over-processing.
6. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish or pan with parchment paper, leaving extra paper hanging over the sides for easy removal.
7. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan, ensuring it is evenly spread and compact. Use the back of a spoon or a rubber spatula to flatten the surface.
8. Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the bars to firm up.
9. Once firm, remove the bars from the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut them into 10 even bars or squares.
10. Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze them for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 241.2 g | 309% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.4 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 61.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 878 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 337.6 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 75.0 g | 268% | |
| Total Sugars | 237.2 g | ||
| Protein | 82.3 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 932 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 3595 mg | 76% | |
*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.
