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No-Bake Apricot Chia Energy Bars

No-Bake Apricot Chia Energy Bars for Quick, Guilt-Free Snacking

Delicious No-Bake Apricot Chia Energy Bars for a wholesome and quick snacking option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Medjool dates Soaked in warm water if dry
  • 1 cup Dried apricots Can substitute with raisins or cranberries
  • 1/4 cup Chia seeds Can substitute with flaxseeds
Additional Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Can use vanilla extract for flavor
Crunch Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) Can substitute with sunflower seeds
Sweetness
  • 1/4 cup White chocolate chips Use vegan versions for plant-based option

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 8x8-inch Baking Dish
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather your ingredients. If Medjool dates are dry, soak them in warm water for about 10 minutes.
  2. Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, blend soaked dates, dried apricots, chia seeds, and ground cinnamon until sticky and cohesive.
  3. Combine Add-Ins: Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in pumpkin seeds and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  4. Form Bars: Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, pour mixture, and press down to form an even layer.
  5. Chill: Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes to firm up the bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be customized with different dried fruits or seeds according to preference.

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