Sugar-Free Chocolate Oat Bars
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these irresistible Sugar-Free Chocolate Oat Bars, a wholesome snack perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. Crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients like old-fashioned oats, creamy almond butter, and naturally sweet Medjool dates, these bars are rich in flavor without a hint of added sugar. A generous dose of cocoa powder lends a decadent chocolatey essence, while optional chopped nuts add a delightful crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes with no baking required, these vegan-friendly bars are perfect for meal prepping and are easy to store for on-the-go snacking. Whether you’re craving a mid-afternoon energy boost or a healthy dessert, these no-bake chocolate oat bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying true to your health goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Old-fashioned oats
- 1.5 cups Pitted Medjool dates
- 1 cup Natural almond butter
- 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
- 0.25 cup Almond milk
Instructions
Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a food processor, combine the pitted dates and almond milk. Process until smooth and creamy.
Add the almond butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt to the date mixture in the food processor. Blend until well combined, forming a smooth and sticky dough.
Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add the old-fashioned oats and chopped nuts (if using) into the bowl. Stir with a spatula or clean hands until the oats and nuts are fully incorporated and well distributed in the dough.
Press the mixture evenly into the lined baking dish. Use the back of a spoon or the bottom of a cup to pack it down firmly and ensure a smooth surface.
Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the bars to set and firm up.
Once set, lift the bars out using the parchment paper overhang. Place on a cutting board and slice into 12 even bars.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for up to a month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.4 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1234 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 463.4 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 82.5 g | 295% | |
| Total Sugars | 257.4 g | ||
| Protein | 94.7 g | 189% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1106 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 26.6 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 5663 mg | 120% | |
*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.
