Who says energy bars can’t be both healthy and delicious? These Coffee Walnut Energy Bars are packed with caffeine to keep you awake and walnuts to fuel your brain. Because let’s face it, who has time to get sluggish when there’s so much to do? Vegan, easy to make, and utterly irresistible, these bars are the answer to your mid-afternoon cravings. Plus, you get to feel like a wellness guru while snacking on something that tastes like dessert. So, say goodbye to that 3 PM slump and hello to a tasty, energizing treat.
Coffee Walnut Energy Bars
These Coffee Walnut Energy Bars blend the power of coffee and the crunch of walnuts into a perfect snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup coffee grounds
- ¼ cup walnut halves
- ¼ cup almond butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup water if needed
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse oats and coffee grounds until coarsely ground.
- Add almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, chia seeds, and salt, then blend until combined.
- Stir in chopped walnuts.
- Press the mixture into an 8×8 pan lined with parchment paper.
- Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.
- Cut into 12 bars.
- Enjoy your energizing snack!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 8%
- Calcium: 4%
- Vitamin E: 5%
- Folate: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for a little extra warmth.
- If walnuts aren’t your thing, swap them for almonds or pecans.
- Store these in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week – if they last that long.
