Fruit Honey and Coconut Energy Bars

Fuel your day with these irresistible Fruit Honey and Coconut Energy Bars, a no-bake recipe loaded with wholesome goodness. Packed with the natural sweetness of pitted dates and dried apricots, these bars also feature crunchy almonds, sunflower seeds, and the nutty texture of chia seeds and rolled oats. A rich blend of unsweetened peanut butter and honey binds everything together, while shredded coconut adds a tropical flair. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these easy-to-make energy bars are perfect as a grab-and-go snack, post-workout boost, or an anytime treat. Plus, they're gluten-free and made with simple, nutrient-dense ingredients—perfect for a healthy lifestyle! Refrigerate for a firm texture and enjoy all week long.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams pitted dates
• 100 grams dried apricots
• 50 grams unsweetened shredded coconut
• 100 grams rolled oats
• 100 grams almonds, roughly chopped
• 50 grams sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 120 grams natural peanut butter (unsweetened)
• 4 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

Line a square 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang on the edges for easy removal later.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the pitted dates and dried apricots. Process until the mixture forms a sticky ball or paste. Stop and scrape down the side of the food processor as needed.

Step 3

Transfer the date and apricot mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add the shredded coconut, rolled oats, chopped almonds, sunflower seeds, and chia seeds. Mix until all the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt together the peanut butter and honey, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.

Step 5

Pour the warm peanut butter and honey mixture over the dry mixture in the bowl. Using a spatula or clean hands, thoroughly mix everything together until well combined and sticky.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly and press it down firmly into a compact, even layer. You can use the back of a spoon or a flat-bottomed glass to help compress the mixture.

Step 7

Refrigerate the dish for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm and set.

Step 8

Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the set mixture out of the baking dish. Place it onto a cutting board and cut into 12 equal-sized bars.

Step 9

Store the energy bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze them for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(829.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3467.3

Total Fat 181.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 178.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 429.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 73.3g	0%
Total Sugars 258.1g
Protein 92.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 748.1mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 5199.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 46.2%