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Espresso Hazelnut Energy Bars

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Espresso Hazelnut Energy Bars are rich, chewy, naturally sweet, and caffeine-charged. Vegan, gluten-free, and unapologetically extra—just like you on deadline day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Medjool dates pitted and moody
  • 3/4 cup raw hazelnuts unroasted, unapologetic
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats classic overachievers
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds because fiber is queen
  • 1 tbsp flaxseed meal keeps things grounded
  • 1/4 cup hazelnut butter yes, it exists and yes, it slaps
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup sweet but not clingy
  • 1 tbsp espresso powder stay caffeinated and unbothered
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder moody and essential
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract a reliable icon
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt because you’re complex
  • Optional: 2 tbsp vegan chocolate chips drama in the best way

Instructions
 

  • Soak dates for 5 minutes in warm water if they feel dry and distant. Drain them like bad vibes.
  • Toss hazelnuts and oats into a food processor. Pulse until it’s giving granola realness.
  • Add dates, hazelnut butter, syrup, espresso, cocoa, flax, chia, vanilla, and salt. Blend until sticky and dramatic.
  • If it’s too dry, splash in a teaspoon of water. Not wine—yet.
  • Stir in chocolate chips like you're stirring the pot (with love).
  • Line pan with parchment. Press mix in evenly like it’s your full-time job.
  • Chill for 30 minutes while you contemplate quitting your actual job.
  • Slice into 10 bars. Store in fridge. Eat whenever life gets too real.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per bar)

  • Calories: 200
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.3g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g

Vitamins & Minerals (per bar)

  • Iron: 9%
  • Magnesium: 11%
  • Vitamin E: 8%
  • Zinc: 6%
  • Folate: 5%

Additional Notes & Tips

  • Roast hazelnuts before blending if you want extra depth (like your poetry phase).
  • Swap maple syrup with agave if you’re in a wild mood.
  • Want crunch? Toss in crushed rice cakes or cacao nibs.
  • Use decaf if your vibe is chill chaos, not wired-and-weeping.
  • Wrap individually for grab-and-go magic with zero morning commitment.
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