These bars are kind of a big deal. Why? Because they combine healthy whole foods that nourish and energize your body with just a few bites. The best part? They taste like candy bars – but better. They’re free of refined sugars and processed ingredients in general. This is a raw, no-bake recipe, which means you can enjoy them immediately for a denser, gooey treat (but we recommend refrigerating for best results!).
We’ve also included steps for dehydrating these bars for a slightly less chewy and subtle crispy texture. Either way, they’re great for a quick breakfast, workday snack or packing in your kiddos’ lunchbox.
Dehydrated Fruit & Seed Energy Bars
Servings 9
Calories 256 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups pitted medjool dates
- 1 cup dried figs
- 1 Tbsp. Wildly Organic Cacao Powder
- ½ cup Wildly Organic Coconut Syrup
- ½ cup Wildly Organic Goji Berries
- ½ cup mixed seeds such as hemp, chia and flax
- 1 Tbsp. Wildly Organic Coconut Chips
- 1 Tbsp. cinnamon
- Pinch Himalayan pink salt
- 1 scoop plant-based vanilla protein powder, optional
- Coconut oil or parchment paper
Instructions
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In high-speed blender or food processor, combine all ingredients. Tip: to avoid burnout, split into two batches. Use tamper to push mixture down toward the blades.
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Once mixture is mostly combined and sticky, transfer to square baking pan. Use fingertips to flatten mixture until it reaches desired thickness. Use spatula to transfer square to cutting board.
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Use sharp knife to slice mixture into bars. Tip: Wet knife and dry with reusable cloth in between cuts for a cleaner slice.
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If using dehydrator, prepare tray and arrange bars. If using oven with dehydrator setting, lightly grease cookie sheet with coconut oil and arrange bars on top.
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Set appliance to 110 degrees F. Dehydrate bars for 6 to 12 hours or until they reach desired consistency. Store bars in refrigerator.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Dehydrated Fruit & Seed Energy Bars
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 256
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 54mg2%
Potassium 381mg11%
Carbohydrates 46g15%
Fiber 6g24%
Sugar 36g40%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 113IU2%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 84mg8%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.