Heart-Healthy Almond Bars
Fuel your day with these irresistibly chewy and nutritious Heart-Healthy Almond Bars, a no-bake snack that's both wholesome and satisfying. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like rolled oats, raw almonds, ground flaxseed, and chia seeds, these bars are a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and omega-3s, promoting heart health and sustained energy. Bound together with creamy almond butter and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, this recipe features a hint of cinnamon and vanilla for a cozy flavor boost. Customize with optional dark chocolate chips for a touch of indulgence, and enjoy an easy, 15-minute prep that requires no cooking. Ideal for meal prep, these bars can be stored in the fridge or freezer, making them an effortless grab-and-go breakfast, post-workout treat, or guilt-free dessert. Try these heart-healthy almond bars for a snack that’s as delicious as it is good for you!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Oats (rolled or quick-cooking)
- 1 cup Raw almonds
- 1 cup Almond butter
- 0.5 cup Honey or maple syrup
- 0.25 cup Ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a food processor, pulse the oats and raw almonds until they form a coarse meal.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oat and almond mixture, almond butter, honey or maple syrup, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.
Step 4
If desired, fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 5
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan, pressing it firmly and evenly with your hands or the back of a spoon.
Step 6
Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours or until the mixture is firm and set.
Step 7
Once set, remove the mixture from the pan by lifting the parchment paper, and place it on a cutting board.
Step 8
Cut the mixture into 12 bars and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for up to a month.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (781.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3959.3 |
| Total Fat 249.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 22.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 613.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 333.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 74.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 149.8g | |
| Protein 116.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1378.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 28.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4068.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories