Big Sur High Power Bars

Fuel your day with these irresistible Big Sur High Power Bars, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients designed to keep you energized. Packed with rolled oats, almond flour, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds, these homemade energy bars are a nutrient powerhouse. A hint of cinnamon, a sprinkle of sea salt, and indulgent dark chocolate chips bring the perfect balance of flavor to every bite. Sweetened naturally with honey and held together by creamy almond butter, these bars are baked to golden perfection in just 10 minutes. Whether you’re gearing up for a long hike, refueling after a workout, or simply in need of a snack with staying power, these grab-and-go bars have you covered. They’re easy to make, naturally gluten-free, and perfect for meal prep!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 cup natural almond butter
• 0.75 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy lifting.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, dark chocolate chips, cinnamon, and sea salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine almond butter and honey. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is warmed and smooth. This should take about 40-60 seconds total.

Step 4

Stir vanilla extract into the almond butter and honey mixture, then pour it over the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly using a spatula or your hands until the mixture is fully combined and sticky.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spatula or your hands to press it firmly and evenly into the pan.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. The edges should be lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 7

Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 12 even bars using a sharp knife.

Step 8

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1061.7 grams (1061.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5040

Total Fat 318.70g	409%
Saturated Fat 60.30g	301%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1229mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 490.20g	178%
Dietary Fiber 88.60g	316%
Total Sugars 353.30g
Protein 122.50g	245%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1576mg	121%
Iron 37mg	206%
Potassium 4187mg	89%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 36.9%