Fruity No Bake Energy Bars Recipe - Happy Foods Tube (2024)

This is an easy recipe for fruity no bake energy bars. With a quick preparation and a few ingredients, they are the perfect snack to keep on hand.

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Plus, they are so good for you!

Why we love these homemade energy bars?

  • Easy & fast preparation – if you are looking for a quick no bake energy bars recipe, this one is a great one to start with
  • Vegan & gluten-free
  • Simple ingredients
  • Good source of energy (great for hiking, doing sports)
  • Freezer friendly – it’s a great way to have these no-bake energy bars on hand at all times!

Nothing better than a quick snack recipe you can make ahead for the week. Just grab and go and enjoy when you feel like it.

Another tasty snack is peanut butter banana rol-ups that literally take minutes to make and give you the much needed energy boost when you are down. So why not try those too?

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How to make energy bars at home

Ingredients:

  • Rolled oats
  • Apricots
  • Dates
  • Coconut oil
  • Shredded coconut
  • Flaxseeds

Tools and kitchen gadgets you will need:

  • Food processor
  • Bowl
  • Knife – for slicing the bars
  • Brownie pan – an 8×8-inch (20×20-centimeter wide) is the best but a smaller one will also work
  • Baking parchment
  • Spoon, spatula, flat-bottomed jar, or anything to press down the mixture
  • Plastic wrap and Ziploc bag – for storing them
  • Bowl or a pan (to melt coconut oil if it is in a solid state)

Quick overview:

Process – oats until you get flour-like texture, dates and dried apricots until you get small pieces (not a mush). I do this separately. It literally takes seconds, but it will depend on how powerful your processor is.

Next, add the rest of the ingredients and pulse until well combined. Again, it only takes a few seconds.

Press the mixture in the brownie pan lined with baking parchment. You need to press down well so that there are no air bubbles and mixture is nicely packed.

Put in a freezer for 20-30 minutes or until set a bit so it is easier to cut. Cut and enjoy!

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Frequently asked questions:

Where to store these no bake energy bars?

The best place to store these quick energy bars is in the freezer. Wrap each in a plastic foil and place in a Ziploc bag.

Note:The zip-lock bag is quite important. I use it for 2 reasons. First: the bars are easier to locate. Second: sometimes the freezer gives your frozen foods a particular odor which I try to eliminate by double-wrapping.

Can I eat them from frozen?

Yes, you can! They hold their shape better and I like the slight coolness on my tongue. You won’t find them too hard for your teeth as they contain only soft ingredients.

Just try and you’ll see. If you prefer the soft and chewy texture, leave them at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes and you are good to go.

How long do they last?

When stored in the freezer followed my instructions, they should last up to a month.

How many calories in 1 energy bar?

There are about 180 calories per bar.

What do these snack bars contain?

Nuts: YES (The recipe does contain shredded coconut and coconut oil. Coconut is considered by the FDA a tree-nut, but coconut really is a fruit and allergies are rare. However, if you are allergic to nuts, consult your doctor first!)
Gluten: NO (oats are naturally gluten-free but always check the packaging to see if they are also certified)
Refined sugar added: NO
Salt added: NO

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More healthy snacks for trips, hiking, camping or beach:

  • No Bake Date Bars
  • Chewy Energy Bars
  • Energy Bites

Check out our video for how to make no bake energy bars:

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Fruity No Bake Energy Bars

This is an easy recipe for fruity no bake energy bars. With a quick preparation and a few ingredients, they are the perfect snack to keep on hand.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Total Time10 minutes mins

Servings: 10 bars (about 1.7-ounces/50-grams each)

Calories: 180

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats , see note 1 (90 grams)
  • 1 cup dates , soft, packed, see note 2 (150 grams)
  • 1 cup dried apricots , packed (190 grams)
  • cup coconut oil , melted (75 milliliters)
  • 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut , see note 3 (6 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed , see note 4

Instructions

  • In a food processor, process oats until flour like texture. Transfer into a bowl.

  • Process together dates and apricots until you get tiny pieces.

  • Option 1: Transfer dates and apricots to the bowl with oats and add the rest of the ingredients. Combine with your hands until all the ingredients are mixed well. This option works better if you have a very small food processor as you might not be able to fit all the ingredients in it.

  • Option 2: Place the oats back in the processor altogether with the rest of the ingredients and pulse for a few times until well combined.

  • Pour the mixture into an 8×8-inch (20×20-centimeter) brownie pan lined with baking parchments and spread around evenly. Use a flat-bottomed glass/jar to press it real tight.

  • Place in the freezer until set (20-30 minutes).

  • Take out, remove from the tin and cut in half and each half into 5 bars.

  • Wrap each in plastic wrap or baking parchment and store in the freezer. They are ready to eat right after you take them out!

  • Enjoy!

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Notes

  1. You can use either rolled oats or quick oats.
  2. You will need 1 cup of pitted dates. Even if you bought pitted ones, double-check if all of them are. Make sure to use soft dates. Medjool are the large and soft ones but also expensive. I usually use Deglet Noir. These are the smaller ones and drier. They can vary from brand to brand so if you can buy different ones so you can compare. You will need the soft (sticky/mushy) dates. If you only have the hard ones, soak them in water for a few hours.
  3. Desiccated coconut = unsweetened shredded coconut.
  4. Ground flaxseeds can be substituted with chia seeds.
  5. This recipe can be easily doubled.

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: How to make Energy Bars, No Bake Energy Bars Recipe

Nutrition Facts

Fruity No Bake Energy Bars

Amount per Serving

Calories

180

% Daily Value*

Fat

9

g

14

%

Saturated Fat

7

g

44

%

Monounsaturated Fat

1

g

Sodium

3

mg

%

Potassium

294

mg

8

%

Carbohydrates

25

g

8

%

Fiber

3

g

13

%

Sugar

16

g

18

%

Protein

2

g

4

%

Vitamin A

470

IU

9

%

Vitamin C

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

21

mg

2

%

Iron

1

mg

6

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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FAQs

Can you eat an energy bar as a snack? ›

Energy bars can certainly be enjoyed as a snack if it's part of a healthy diet and an active lifestyle.

How do energy bars work? ›

Firstly, it stimulates your body to regulate its glycogen stores for energy. Think of it like an ignition in a car. Secondly it provides a ready fuel source which can go straight from your bloodstream to your muscles without needing to be stored.

Is it OK to eat energy bars everyday? ›

They are high in sugars: Many commonly available protein bars at the supermarket contain added sugars. Eating these daily can be harmful in the long run, as we all know that high sugar intake can increase weight, body fat, and tooth decay.

Are energy bars good or bad for you? ›

What's a good rule of thumb when choosing an energy bar? The fewer ingredients on the label, the better. The more additives you see — particularly excess sugar alcohols (sorbitol, xylitol), which can cause gastric distress — the less likely the bar is to deserve the “healthy” moniker.

Are fruit bars healthy? ›

There's no protein, there's no healthy fat, there's no fibre in those bars to keep you feeling fuller longer.” The only time a fruit bar might be a good option, she said, is if you're doing a high-intensity activity for over an hour that requires a quick source of energy.

Can you live off energy bars? ›

"They may think that these bars are better than food. But there are ingredients in foods that are missing from these bars. Just as you wouldn't want to live only on peaches or only on tuna sandwiches, you need a lot more in your diet than just energy bars."

Can I eat energy bar at night? ›

While it's generally best to avoid eating close to bedtime, there are situations where you just get hungry. In those cases, energy bars can be a suitable late-night snack, as long as you eat them in moderation.

Is it OK to eat protein bars as a snack? ›

Mid-day snacking

If you need to maintain your energy throughout the day, protein bars are a great option for you. Unlike other high-sugar snacks, protein bars won't give you a quick spike and a crash in blood sugar levels. They'll give you a steady release of energy.

Can energy bars replace meals? ›

Yes, it is only best way to substitute whole meals with protein bars when necessary. If you wanna miss a meal, a protein bar will do in a pinch, as long as it is the right one. It is also viable as a weight loss option for many individuals, as it can be used to control the intake of various nutrients.

When can you eat energy bars? ›

Energy bars can be consumed before or during a workout. Many, like CLIF BAR, are designed to help fuel endurance activities, such as long hikes or bike rides. In these cases, they should be eaten 1–2 hours before activity or consumed with plenty of water during moderate-intensity activity lasting longer than an hour.

Can I eat a meal replacement bar as a snack? ›

According to Lainey Younkin, MS, RD, of Lainey Younkin Nutrition in Boston, unlike protein bars or energy bars, which typically serve as a snack, a meal replacement bar is intended to stand in for a meal (as best as it can). Younkin says meal replacement bars usually have 200 to 400 kcal.

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