No Bake Easy Energy Bars
Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring zero baking, these No Bake Easy Energy Bars are the ultimate grab-and-go snack for busy days. Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, peanut butter, chia seeds, and ground flaxseed, these bars deliver a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup. The addition of mini chocolate chips adds a delightful touch of indulgence, while a hint of vanilla and sea salt ties all the flavors together. Ideal for meal prep, these energy bars are stored effortlessly in the fridge or freezer, ensuring you always have a satisfying treat on hand. Perfect as a pre-workout boost, midday snack, or a kid-friendly lunchbox favorite, they’re as versatile as they are delicious.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1 cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix well to distribute all the dry ingredients evenly.
Step 3
In another microwave-safe bowl, warm the peanut butter and honey for 20-30 seconds until they are soft and easy to mix. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until everything is well-coated and evenly combined.
Step 5
Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently to ensure they are distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 6
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly and evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Step 7
Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, or until the mixture is firm enough to slice.
Step 8
Once set, use the parchment overhang to lift the mixture out of the baking dish. Place it on a cutting board, and cut it into 10 even bars.
Step 9
Store the energy bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze them for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 760.6 grams (760.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3344 |
| Total Fat 164.50g | 211% |
| Saturated Fat 39.50g | 198% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1059mg | 46% |
| Total Carbohydrate 425.20g | 155% |
| Dietary Fiber 48.40g | 173% |
| Total Sugars 263.50g | |
| Protein 99.40g | 199% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 469mg | 36% |
| Iron 19mg | 106% |
| Potassium 2506mg | 53% |
Source of Calories