Paleo Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

Indulge in the perfect blend of flavor and nutrition with these Paleo Chocolate Chip Granola Bars, a wholesome and satisfying snack designed for clean eating enthusiasts. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like raw almonds, pecans, and unsweetened shredded coconut, these bars are naturally sweetened with gooey Medjool dates and a touch of honey. A splash of pure vanilla, a sprinkle of warm cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt elevate the flavor, while Paleo-friendly dark chocolate chips add an irresistible touch of indulgence. Made in just 15 minutes of prep time and lightly baked to golden perfection, these bars strike the perfect balance between chewy and crispy. Ideal for meal prep, post-workout snacks, or even a guilt-free dessert, they’re easy to make ahead and store for a nourishing grab-and-go option.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw almonds
• 1 cup raw pecans
• 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 12 pieces medjool dates, pitted
• 1 cup almond butter
• 0.5 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.75 cup dark chocolate chips (Paleo-friendly)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the almonds and pecans. Pulse a few times until they are roughly chopped. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Add the shredded coconut to the food processor and pulse a few times, being careful not to over-process. Add it to the mixing bowl with the nuts.

Step 4

Place the pitted dates in the food processor and process until they form a sticky paste. You may need to scrape down the sides a few times.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the almond butter and honey. Stir continuously until smoothly combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sea salt.

Step 6

Pour the almond butter mixture over the chopped nut mixture in the large bowl. Add in the date paste and mix everything together until well combined and everything sticks together.

Step 7

Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Press it firmly and evenly into the pan using your hands or the back of a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until the edges start to turn golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 11

Once cooled, lift the granola bar slab from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 12 bars using a sharp knife.

Step 12

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the fridge for longer freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(999.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5442.3

Total Fat 402.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1207.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 384.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 87.3g	0%
Total Sugars 266.4g
Protein 115.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1372.8mg	0%
Iron 32.7mg	0%
Potassium 5505.7mg	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: 64.4%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 27.4%