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Healthy Homemade Energy Bars

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!

Prep Time
8 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Additional Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 2456 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

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.

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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

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

% 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.