Description
These nut and date energy bars are the ultimate healthy snack, packed with natural ingredients to fuel your day. A perfect blend of crunchy nuts, soft dates, and a touch of honey creates a chewy, satisfying bar that is both delicious and nutritious. Whether you need a quick breakfast, a pre-workout boost, or a midday snack, these bars are easy to make and require no baking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 70 g (½ cup) cashews
- 70 g (½ cup) walnuts
- 70 g (½ cup) almonds
- 40 g (¼ cup) pine nuts
- 70 g (½ cup) hazelnuts
- 70 g (⅓ cup) pumpkin seeds
- 150 g (1 cup) dates, soaked in cold water for 15 minutes
- 50 g (½ cup) oatmeal, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 160 ml (½ cup) honey
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients
- Soak the dates in cold water for 15 minutes, then drain.
- Finely chop the oatmeal and nuts for a smoother texture.
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Toast the Nuts and Seeds
- Heat a dry pan over medium heat and toast the cashews, walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, pine nuts, and pumpkin seeds for 3-5 minutes until fragrant. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
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Blend the Mixture
- In a food processor, blend the soaked dates until a smooth paste forms.
- Add the toasted nuts, seeds, and oatmeal, then pulse until well combined.
- Drizzle in the olive oil, honey, and salt, blending until the mixture becomes sticky and holds together.
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Shape and Chill
- Press the mixture firmly into a parchment-lined baking dish.
- Smooth the top with a spatula and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
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Cut and Serve
- Once set, cut into bars or squares.
- Enjoy as a nutritious snack or breakfast on the go!
Notes
- Storage: Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Freezing: Freeze bars for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Customizations: Swap out nuts, add shredded coconut, or mix in dark chocolate chips for variety.
- Energy Balls Option: Instead of pressing into a pan, roll into bite-sized balls for an easy grab-and-go snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy