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No-Bake Nut and Date Bars: A Healthy, Sweet Snack for Any Time of Day
In the world of healthy snacks, few things are as satisfying and nutritious as No-Bake Nut and Date Bars. Packed with wholesome ingredients, these bars are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, offering a boost of energy without any added sugars or artificial ingredients. Whether you need a quick breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a post-workout snack, these bars are sure to keep you fueled and satisfied.
The best part? You don’t need to turn on the oven to make them! This simple recipe requires just a few ingredients, and with a little prep time, you’ll have a batch of homemade energy bars ready to go.
Why You’ll Love No-Bake Nut and Date Bars
- Quick and easy: No cooking or baking required—just mix and chill!
- Packed with nutrients: Dates provide natural sweetness and fiber, while nuts offer healthy fats and protein.
- Customizable: Feel free to swap in your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruits.
- Perfect for meal prep: Make a big batch at the start of the week and have a healthy snack on hand all week long.
- Energy-boosting: Ideal for a mid-day snack or post-workout recovery.
Ingredients (Makes about 10-12 bars)
- 1 ½ cups pitted dates (about 12-15 dates)
- 1 cup mixed nuts (such as almonds, cashews, walnuts, or pecans)
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup unsweetened nut butter (peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter work well)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on desired sweetness)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of sea salt
- Optional add-ins: Chia seeds, hemp seeds, shredded coconut, dark chocolate chips, or dried fruit
Instructions
1. Prep Your Ingredients
Start by roughly chopping your nuts into smaller pieces, especially if you’re using larger nuts like almonds or walnuts. This will make it easier to blend everything together and ensure even texture in your bars.
Next, chop the dates into smaller chunks if they are large or sticky. If your dates are too dry, you can soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before using.
2. Blend the Base
In a food processor, combine the chopped dates, mixed nuts, oats, nut butter, honey or maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Pulse the mixture until everything starts to break down and combine into a sticky dough-like consistency. You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor a couple of times to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
3. Add Optional Add-ins
At this stage, you can incorporate any optional add-ins like chia seeds, hemp seeds, shredded coconut, or dried fruit (cranberries, apricots, etc.). Pulse a few more times to combine them into the mixture.
4. Press and Set
Transfer the mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish or a small square pan lined with parchment paper. Use your hands or the back of a spoon to firmly press the mixture into an even layer. Make sure it’s tightly packed so the bars hold together once chilled.
5. Chill
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour, or until it firms up. This helps the bars hold their shape when cut. If you’re in a hurry, you can also pop the pan in the freezer for about 30 minutes.
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