Discover how to make homemade sugar-free energy bars with nuts, oats, and dark chocolate. A healthy and versatile snack without added sugar.
Equipment
- Convection oven
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups homemade sugar-free granola approx. 5.3 oz
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter melted (approx. 0.5 oz)
- 2 tsp coconut oil melted (approx. 0.35 oz)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp erythritol or your favorite keto-friendly sweetener
- 1 pinch freshly ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch sea salt
- Optional: 1 oz sugar-free dark chocolate chopped into small bits
Instructions
Place your homemade granola in a medium mixing bowl. If your granola has very large clusters, you can lightly crush them so they bind better into bars.
Combine the butter and coconut oil in a small microwave-safe bowl. Heat on low power (about 180W or "defrost" setting) for 2 minutes or until just melted.
Add the erythritol, cinnamon, sea salt, and vanilla extract to the granola. Pour in the melted butter and coconut oil. If you are using dark chocolate bits, add them now. Mix everything thoroughly until the granola is evenly coated and looks "wet."
Transfer the mixture into a rectangular baking pan lined with parchment paper, or use a silicone bar mold (this is ideal as it prevents sticking).
Pro Tip: Use the back of a large spoon to press the mixture down very firmly. The tighter you pack it, the less likely the bars will crumble.
Preheat your oven to 340°F (170°C). Bake the bars for 5 to 10 minutes. You are looking for them to just become fragrant and slightly golden; do not let them burn.
Remove from the oven and let the pan cool completely at room temperature. Once cool, I recommend placing them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cutting or removing them from the mold. If you try to handle them while warm, they will fall apart.
If you used a rectangular pan, lift the parchment paper out and slice the slab into individual bars using a sharp knife. If you used a mold, simply pop them out.
Nutrition
Calories95 kcal
Carbohydrates1 g
Protein0 g
Fat2 g
Saturated fat1 g
Cholesterol3 mg
Sodium4 mg
Potassium1 mg
Fiber0 g
Sugar0 g
Vitamin A35 IU
Vitamin C0 %
Calcium1 %
Iron0 mg
