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freshly cut date almond energy bars

Date Almond Energy Bars

These no-bake date almond energy bars are chewy, sweet, and full of natural goodness. Made with Medjool dates, almonds, oats, and peanut butter, they’re the perfect healthy snack for busy days, workouts, or road trips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 Bars
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Healthy, Plant-Based, vegan
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups Medjool dates pitted
  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds optional
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Add almonds and oats to a food processor. Blend until coarse and crumbly.
  2. Add the dates. Blend again until the mix holds together when pressed.
  3. Add peanut butter, vanilla, salt, and chia seeds. Blend until fully mixed. The dough should be sticky but firm.
  4. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper. Press the mixture evenly into the pan.
  5. Chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours.
  6. Slice into bars and enjoy.

Notes

  • If your dates feel dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes first.
  • These bars store well in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • For extra flavor, drizzle melted dark chocolate on top before chilling.