Homemade energy bars

Discover how to make delicious and healthy low-carb energy bars at home with this nutritionist-approved recipe.

Course snacks

Cuisine homemade, low carb

Keyword energy bars, nuts, oats, sugar free

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings bars

Calories 152kcal

Author missblasco

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
In a food processor, pulse the nuts until they are coarsely chopped. Be careful not to over-process them into a flour.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped nuts, oats, shredded coconut, sweetener, and sea salt.
Add the melted coconut oil (or butter) and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the base is cooling, melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled base.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
Cut into 10 bars and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Variations:

Paleo version: Replace the oats with an equal amount of almond flour or a mix of chopped seeds (chia, flax, sunflower).
Vegan version: Use coconut oil instead of butter and ensure your dark chocolate is dairy-free.
Extra protein: Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to the dry ingredients.
For a different flavor profile: Experiment with spices like cinnamon, cardamom, or ginger.

*Calories per unit may vary based on ingredient portions or substitutions.