These Peanut Butter Coffee Energy Bars are your new ride-or-die for mornings when your soul leaves your body before your coffee kicks in. They blend creamy peanut butter, bold espresso, and just enough sweetness to keep you from body-checking someone in line at the café. They’re vegan, portable, and absolutely judgment-free—unlike your inbox. With no baking, zero drama, and maximum flavor, these bars get you from “why is it morning again” to “okay, I’ve got this” in one bite. Toss them in your purse, gym bag, or emotional support drawer. Because girl, life’s chaotic—but your snack game doesn’t have to be.
Peanut Butter Coffee Energy Bars
Peanut Butter Coffee Energy Bars are vegan, no-bake bites packed with nutty richness, espresso zing, and plant-based ingredients for delicious, portable power.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates pitted
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter not the kind with attitude
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- Optional: 2 tbsp mini vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- Soak the dates in warm water for 5 minutes if they feel emotionally unavailable. Drain thoroughly.
- In the food processor, blend oats, dates, peanut butter, syrup, espresso, almond flour, chia, flax, and salt until well mixed.
- If it’s too dry, add a teaspoon of water and blend again—gently, like talking to a cat.
- Stir in chocolate chips if you’re feeling flirty or fancy.
- Line your pan with parchment and press the mixture down like you’re flattening your inbox.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm it all up.
- Slice into 10 evenly sized bars—don’t eyeball it, you deserve symmetry.
- Store in the fridge or freezer and serve when you need a pick-me-up that won’t ghost you.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Magnesium: 12%
- Iron: 9%
- Folate: 6%
- Vitamin E: 5%
- Zinc: 4%
Additional Notes & Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add cinnamon for warm, comforting energy without needing a hug.
- Swap peanut butter with sunflower seed butter if allergies crash the party.
- Toast oats first for nutty depth and an illusion of culinary effort.
- Mix in crushed peanuts for added texture—like a breakup, but tastier.
- Double batch these. You’ll need them after one stressful Monday.
