Grain-Free Energy Bars Recipe

Recipe By The Spruce Eats

Energy bars are all the rage these days. Delivering quick energy and nutrition when you're on the go, it's no wonder why they are so popular. The only problem is a single bar can cost anywhere from $1 to $5, making it a pricey snack. Luckily, energy bars are easy to make at home for a fraction of the price, and are infinitely customizable. For this grain-free bar, nuts and nut butter deliver a high dose of protein, giving you a burst of energy and helping to curb hunger. Dates add natural sweetness and give the bar a nice chewy texture. The taste and texture are similar to a peanut butter cookie, so your healthy snack will feel like a treatAn added bonus is that this recipe freezes great Especially if you individually wrap the bars and stash them in a big zip-top bag. Just stick one or two in the fridge the night before and they'll be defrosted for the next day. If you're doubling the recipe, use a bigger pan or two 8-or 9-inch pans. See the variations note below the recipe for ideas on how to customize your energy bars.

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Ingredients for Grain-Free Energy Bars Recipe

  • 0.17 cup Dates
  • 0.08 cup Unsalted almonds
  • 0.08 cup Unsalted walnuts
  • 0.08 cup Smooth, salted almond butter
Nutrition
value
317
calories per serving
23 g Fat7 g Protein21 g Carbs6 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    23g
  • Protein
    7g
  • Carbs
    21g
  • Fiber
    6g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    21g
  • Protein
    7g
  • Fiber
    6g

Fats

  • Fat
    23g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    88mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    676mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    21mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    1mg
  • Vitamin E
    7mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    120mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    180mg
  • Selenium
    2mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By The Spruce Eats