Description
These Healthy Date Bars are a perfect snack or treat option that is vegan and gluten-free. Packed with the natural sweetness of dates, the crunch of nuts, and a hint of cinnamon, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 2 cups pitted Medjool dates
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup raw almonds or walnuts
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons water (as needed)
- shredded coconut or dark chocolate drizzle for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Line the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- Prep the Mixture: Pulse oats and nuts in a food processor; add dates, salt, cinnamon, chia seeds, coconut oil, and vanilla. Blend until sticky, adding water as needed.
- Press Into Pan: Press mixture into the pan evenly. Chill for at least 1 hour.
- Cut and Serve: Lift from the pan, cut into bars, and top with coconut or chocolate.
Notes
- Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
- You can customize the nuts and add-ins to suit your preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
