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Homemade Energy Bars

These energy bars are a wholesome snack made with oats, nuts, and fruits, providing a satisfying crunch and natural sweetness, perfect for on-the-go nutrition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 150 g rolled oats 1½ cups
  • 50 g dried cranberries, chopped ⅓ cup
  • 25 g dried apricots, chopped ¼ cup
  • 25 g prunes, chopped ¼ cup
  • 70 g almonds, roughly chopped ½ cup
  • 70 g peanuts, roughly chopped ½ cup
  • 50 g hazelnuts, roughly chopped ½ cup
  • 20 g pumpkin seeds 3 tablespoons
  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 100 g sugar-free dark chocolate, chopped ⅔ cup
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Chop dried fruits and roughly chop the nuts.
  3. In a bowl, mix oat flakes, dried fruits, nuts, pumpkin seeds, and cocoa powder.
  4. In another bowl, mash the bananas and mix with maple syrup.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients until well mixed.
  6. Press the mixture into the prepared tray.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20 minutes until edges are golden.
  2. Let cool for 30 minutes.
Finishing Touches
  1. Melt chocolate and coconut oil in a double boiler or microwave.
  2. Cut the bars, spread melted chocolate on top, and optionally add more dried cranberries.
  3. Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature.

Notes

Homemade Energy Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the fridge for up to two weeks. Feel free to customize the nuts or dried fruits based on your preference. The bars are vegan-friendly.