Breakfast Energy Bars
These wholesome, chewy energy bars are packed with oats, nuts, and dried fruit to keep you fueled throughout your busy morning.
Ingredients
- •2 cups rolled oats (180g)
- •1/2 cup slivered almonds (60g)
- •1/2 cup chopped dried apricots (80g)
- •1/4 cup sunflower seeds (35g)
- •1/3 cup honey or maple syrup (110g)
- •1/4 cup coconut oil, melted (60ml)
- •1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- •1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almonds, dried apricots, sunflower seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
- 3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil and honey until well combined.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry mixture and stir thoroughly until every oat is evenly coated.
- 5
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press down firmly using the back of a spatula to create a compact, even layer.
- 6
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center feels set.
- 7
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 8 rectangular bars.
💡 Chef tips
- For a nut-free version, replace the almonds with an equal amount of pumpkin seeds or extra sunflower seeds.
- Store these bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze them for up to three months.
- If the bars are too crumbly, ensure you press the mixture into the pan very firmly before baking to help them bind together.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished bars should be golden-brown with a firm, chewy texture, smelling of toasted oats and warm cinnamon with a perfect balance of natural sweetness.