Easy No-Bake Chocolate Energy Bars Recipe From a Registered Nurse (7 Ingredients, 15 Minutes) by Lynn Zalcman Fishman
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Looking for a healthy snack that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Try this nutritious no-bake energy bars recipe! This easy energy bar recipe is so delicious, you won't believe it's actually good for you. This raw energy bars recipe is sweet, chewy and filling. And who doesn't need an energy boost at some point during the day? With healthy ingredients you can feel good about, this is one snack recipe you'll want to print and save.
This easy, chocolatey energy bars recipe is packed with energizing ingredients like dates, almonds and cocoa powder (check out the health benefits of cocoa powder). These moist, no-bake snacks will satisfy your sweet tooth, thanks to the dates (check out the health benefits of dates). The addition of almonds, pecans and shredded coconut provide a gluten-free source of fiber and nutrition.
To make this simple no-bake energy balls recipe you will need Medjool dates, raw almonds, pecans, cocoa powder, unsweetened shredded coconut, vanilla extract and cold water. The sea salt and toppings are optional. You just combine all the ingredients in a food processor then spoon the mixture into a loaf pan. So easy, and ready in only about 15 minutes (though it needs some time in the fridge to set)!
This simple low-sodium recipe can be served for breakfast, as a healthier dessert or as an energizing snack to power you up anytime. Keep these energy bars handy and pack some in your bag before heading out the door.
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes plus 1 hour to set
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes plus 1 hour to set
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 2 cups moist Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
- 2 cups raw almonds
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 3/4 cups cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons vanilla
- 2 - 3 tablespoons cold water (adjust as needed)
- pinch sea salt (optional)
- optional toppings: ground coconut, almonds and/or pecans
Recipe Notes
- The amount of energy bars depends on the size of the slices you cut.
- If you want to add a little more chocolate flavor, fold in some chocolate chips after blending.
- Refrigerate at least an hour to allow the bars to set before serving.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Here's how to make it:
- Blend all the ingredients in a food processor.
- Spoon the mixture into a parchment paper-lined loaf pan. Sprinkle with extra ground almonds, pecans or coconut, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
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