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No-Nut Energy Choc Bars

No-Nut Energy Choc Bars

  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Nut-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan Option

Description

No-Nut Energy Choc Bars are a nut-free, allergy-friendly snack packed with rich chocolate flavor and wholesome ingredients like seeds, oats, and natural sweeteners. These bars provide long-lasting energy with a satisfying combination of chewy and crunchy textures, perfect for any time you need a nutritious boost without nuts.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup sunflower seed butter
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, cocoa powder, and dark chocolate chips. Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavors and textures throughout the bars.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm the sunflower seed butter with honey or maple syrup until smooth and slightly runny. This helps to bind the dry ingredients evenly.
  3. Combine and Stir: Pour the warm wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to coat all oats and seeds. This forms the sticky base crucial for the bars’ shape and structure.
  4. Press into Pan and Chill: Transfer the mixture to a baking pan lined with parchment paper, pressing down firmly and evenly to create a compact layer. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the bars set and firm up.
  5. Cut and Enjoy: Once chilled, lift the mixture out of the pan using the lining and cut into bars or squares. Enjoy immediately or store for later.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Seeds: Fresh seeds retain their crunch and nutritional value best.
  • Press Firmly: Applying pressure when forming the bars helps prevent crumbling.
  • Adjust Sweetness: Taste the wet mixture and add more honey or syrup if you prefer sweeter bars.
  • Store Properly: Keep bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness longer.
  • Experiment with Textures: Add puffed quinoa or rice cereal for extra lightness and crunch.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 25mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: nut-free snack, energy bars, no-nut choc bars, allergy friendly snack, healthy chocolate bars, seed bars, vegan energy bars

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