Sneaky Snack Bars

Satisfy your snack cravings with these nutrient-packed Sneaky Snack Bars—your new go-to treat that combines wholesome ingredients with a deliciously indulgent twist! These no-bake bars are loaded with hidden veggies like grated zucchini and shredded carrots, making them a smart and sneaky way to incorporate extra nutrition into your day. Sweetened naturally with honey and medjool dates, and enriched with heart-healthy almond butter and chia seeds, these bars are not only flavorful but also energizing. A drizzle of melted dark chocolate adds just the right touch of decadence, while the compact, chewy texture makes them perfect for on-the-go snacking. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and free of refined sugars, these versatile bars are a healthy snack option the whole family will love. Make a batch today and enjoy them as a post-workout boost, midday pick-me-up, or after-dinner treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 0.5 cup Almond butter
• 0.33 cup Honey
• 0.5 cup Grated zucchini
• 0.5 cup Shredded carrots
• 0.5 cup Chopped medjool dates
• 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 2 teaspoons Coconut oil

Directions

Step 1

Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides for easy removal later.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, grated zucchini, shredded carrots, chia seeds, and chopped medjool dates. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the almond butter, honey, and coconut oil together until smooth and creamy. Stir consistently to ensure the mixture doesn’t burn.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the melted mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl. Mix thoroughly until everything is well-coated and sticky.

Step 6

Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan using the back of a spoon or a piece of parchment paper to ensure a compact and even layer.

Step 7

Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments, stirring between heating, until fully melted.

Step 8

Drizzle the melted chocolate over the surface of the pressed mixture. Use a spoon to spread it out evenly if desired.

Step 9

Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours or until the bars are fully set.

Step 10

Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the overhanging parchment paper. Cut into 8 equal-sized bars and serve.

Step 11

Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(767.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2701.7

Total Fat 131.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 65.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 330.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.8g	0%
Total Sugars 177.2g
Protein 67.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 712.5mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 3281.7mg	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: 42.7%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 47.6%