Healthy Homemade Energy Bars
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Healthy Homemade Energy Bars
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Make these easy and healthy homemade energy bars for a simple, wholesome, and refined sugar-free recipe suitable for all eaters. Rich in fiber and protein, this is the perfect grab-and-go gluten-free snack that will keep you going throughout the day!
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Ingredients
For the no-bake energy bars
- 2 cups rolled oats uncooked - If you only have quick oats on hand, you will need to reduce the overall amount added as quick oats are packed more densely.
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons flax seeds You can also use sesame seeds sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds.
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter melted (or cashew butter
- ¾ cup sugar-free maple syrup or honey - Both options work just as well, but honey is not sugar-free.
- 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut If you only have sweetened coconut shreds, reduce the maple syrup or honey slightly.
- ⅓ cup raisins or golden raisins, or sultanas all work.
For the chocolate coffee drizzle
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips For a vegan option, make sure the chocolate chips are dairy-free.
- 1 teaspoon espresso liquid, optional - Can also be replaced with vanilla extract.
- ½ tablespoon coconut oil or mild vegetable oil - Use refined coconut oil if the coconut flavor is too overpowering for you.
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Instructions
- To prepare the energy bars: In a medium bowl, stir together oats, chia seeds, flax seeds, peanut butter, honey, cinnamon, coconut, and raisins until forming a homogeneous mixture.
- Line an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with parchment paper (overlapping the sides) and press very, very well the bar mixture into the pan using a spatula, until forming a flat, uniform layer. Freeze for 10 minutes.
- To prepare the drizzle: Melt the chocolate chips, espresso (liquid), and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl, in 30-second intervals mixing between them until the chocolate is almost melted. Remove the bowl from the microwave and then stir well until smooth and creamy.
- Lift the parchment paper by holding the overlapping sides and placing it onto a large baking sheet. With a sharp Chef's knife, slice it evenly into 12 bars.
- Separate the bars gently to drizzle each with melted chocolate. Place the large baking sheet in the freezer for extra 10 minutes or until the chocolate has set.
Notes
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- I suggest doubling or tripling this recipe to have healthy energy bars on hand when life gets busy! Just follow these simple storage instructions for extra bars:
- I suggest doubling or tripling this recipe to have healthy energy bars on hand when life gets busy! Just follow these simple storage instructions for extra bars:
- I suggest doubling or tripling this recipe to have healthy energy bars on hand when life gets busy! Just follow these simple storage instructions for extra bars:
- I suggest doubling or tripling this recipe to have healthy energy bars on hand when life gets busy! Just follow these simple storage instructions for extra bars:
- Freezer: Store leftovers in the freezer, wrapped individually in parchment paper, and then place them into a container or freezer bag, for a week or longer.
- Freezer: Store leftovers in the freezer, wrapped individually in parchment paper, and then place them into a container or freezer bag, for a week or longer.
- Freezer: Store leftovers in the freezer, wrapped individually in parchment paper, and then place them into a container or freezer bag, for a week or longer.
- Freezer: Store leftovers in the freezer, wrapped individually in parchment paper, and then place them into a container or freezer bag, for a week or longer.
- Thaw: When you’re ready for another energy bar, let them thaw on the counter for about 5-10 minutes, or just until softened enough to bite into.
- Thaw: When you’re ready for another energy bar, let them thaw on the counter for about 5-10 minutes, or just until softened enough to bite into.
- Thaw: When you’re ready for another energy bar, let them thaw on the counter for about 5-10 minutes, or just until softened enough to bite into.
- Thaw: When you’re ready for another energy bar, let them thaw on the counter for about 5-10 minutes, or just until softened enough to bite into.
- Freezer: Store leftovers in the freezer, wrapped individually in parchment paper, and then place them into a container or freezer bag, for a week or longer.
- Thaw: When you’re ready for another energy bar, let them thaw on the counter for about 5-10 minutes, or just until softened enough to bite into.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
245.6kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
22.6g
(8%)
Protein
7.5g
(15%)
Fat
15.7g
(24%)
Saturated Fat
4.4g
(22%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3.9g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
0.003g
Sodium
95.7mg
(4%)
Potassium
240.6mg
(7%)
Fiber
5.3g
(21%)
Sugar
2.6g
(5%)
Vitamin A
7IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
0.4mg
(0%)
Calcium
55.9mg
(6%)
Iron
1.7mg
(9%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2456 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 245.6kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 22.6g | 8% |
| Protein | 7.5g | 15% |
| Fat | 15.7g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4g | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9g | 23% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Sodium | 95.7mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 240.6mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 5.3g | 21% |
| Sugar | 2.6g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 7IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 55.9mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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