Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of homemade date bars! These chewy treats combine rich Medjool dates with nutty oats and a hint of honey, creating a perfect snack for any occasion. Whether you’re seeking a post-workout boost or a healthy dessert option, these date bars are sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping your energy levels high. Easy to make and customizable, this recipe will become your new favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups pitted Medjool dates (about 15 dates)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup chopped almonds (or nuts of choice)
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, blend the pitted dates until they form a sticky paste.
- Add the rolled oats, chopped almonds, coconut flakes (if using), and salt; pulse until just combined.
- While blending, drizzle in honey or maple syrup until the mixture holds together.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown around the edges. Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg