Coffee Pecan Energy Bars
These Coffee Pecan Energy Bars are a tasty, no-bake snack that combines rich coffee flavor, crunchy pecans, and wholesome ingredients to fuel your day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup pecans chopped
- 2 tbsp ground espresso
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup water optional, for consistency
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse oats and pecans until coarsely chopped.
- Add espresso, maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla. Process until mixed well.
- If mixture is too dry, add water little by little.
- Press mixture into an 8x8 pan lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
- Cut into 12 bars and enjoy.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 8%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Vitamin E: 6%
- Folate: 5%
- Calcium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a handful of chocolate chips for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Swap almond butter for peanut butter if you’re feeling rebellious.
- Toast the pecans to bring out more flavor.
- Store bars in the fridge for maximum freshness.