Sneaky Snack Bars
Satisfy your snack cravings with these nutrient-packed Sneaky Snack Bars—your new go-to treat that combines wholesome ingredients with a deliciously indulgent twist! These no-bake bars are loaded with hidden veggies like grated zucchini and shredded carrots, making them a smart and sneaky way to incorporate extra nutrition into your day. Sweetened naturally with honey and medjool dates, and enriched with heart-healthy almond butter and chia seeds, these bars are not only flavorful but also energizing. A drizzle of melted dark chocolate adds just the right touch of decadence, while the compact, chewy texture makes them perfect for on-the-go snacking. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and free of refined sugars, these versatile bars are a healthy snack option the whole family will love. Make a batch today and enjoy them as a post-workout boost, midday pick-me-up, or after-dinner treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Almond butter
- 0.33 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Grated zucchini
- 0.5 cup Shredded carrots
- 0.5 cup Chopped medjool dates
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons Coconut oil
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, grated zucchini, shredded carrots, chia seeds, and chopped medjool dates. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the almond butter, honey, and coconut oil together until smooth and creamy. Stir consistently to ensure the mixture doesn’t burn.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the melted mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl. Mix thoroughly until everything is well-coated and sticky.
Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan using the back of a spoon or a piece of parchment paper to ensure a compact and even layer.
Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments, stirring between heating, until fully melted.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the surface of the pressed mixture. Use a spoon to spread it out evenly if desired.
Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours or until the bars are fully set.
Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the overhanging parchment paper. Cut into 8 equal-sized bars and serve.
Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.8 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.8 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.0 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.8 g | 181% | |
| Total Sugars | 177.2 g | ||
| Protein | 67.3 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 712 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 3282 mg | 70% | |
*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.
