Ever wish you could eat dessert for breakfast and still feel like a responsible adult? Meet these Coffee Chocolate Chip Energy Bars. Packed with a rich coffee flavor, sweet chocolate chips, and energy-boosting ingredients, they’re the perfect guilt-free treat. They’re vegan, easy to make, and will fuel you through your busy day. Because who says you can’t combine your love for coffee and chocolate in one bar? Forget sugary snacks and caffeine crashes; these bars are here to save you. Ready to enjoy your caffeine fix in a more productive, delicious form? Thought so.
Coffee Chocolate Chip Energy Bars
These Coffee Chocolate Chip Energy Bars combine coffee, chocolate, and wholesome ingredients for a tasty, vegan snack that powers you through the day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup coffee grounds
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ¼ cup almond butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup water if needed
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend oats and coffee grounds until coarse.
- Add almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, chia seeds, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Blend until a thick dough forms.
- Stir in chocolate chips.
- Press mixture into an 8×8 pan lined with parchment paper.
- Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Slice into 10 bars and enjoy.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 7%
- Magnesium: 8%
- Calcium: 4%
- Vitamin E: 6%
- Folate: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for an extra kick.
- Substitute almond butter with peanut butter for a twist.
- If you prefer darker chocolate, use 70% cocoa chips.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
