Save to Pinterest Chewy, naturally sweet energy bars packed with oats, seeds, and warm cinnamon—perfect for a healthy snack on-the-go.
I love making these bars because they keep well and my whole family enjoys the chewy texture combined with the warm cinnamon flavor.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 2 cups (200 g) rolled oats (gluten-free if needed), 1/2 cup (70 g) pumpkin seeds (pepitas), 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped almonds, 1/4 cup (30 g) sunflower seeds, 1/2 cup (70 g) dried cranberries or raisins, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- Wet Ingredients: 1/2 cup (125 g) almond butter or peanut butter, 1/3 cup (80 ml) honey or maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, combine oats, pumpkin seeds, almonds, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- Step 3:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, stir together almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and just warmed through.
- Step 4:
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
- Step 5:
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press it down firmly and evenly.
- Step 6:
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
- Step 7:
- Lift out of the pan using the parchment overhang and slice into 12 bars.
- Step 8:
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Save to Pinterest These bars always remind me of cozy afternoons spent baking with my kids, sharing stories and tasting the batter.
Notes
Adding mini chocolate chips can give a delightful treats variation. Pair these bars with herbal tea or coffee for a perfect snack time.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, saucepan, spatula, 8-inch square baking pan, parchment paper, sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains tree nuts (almonds, almond butter) and possibly peanuts (if using peanut butter). Contains seeds (pumpkin, sunflower). May contain gluten if oats are not certified gluten-free. Double-check all ingredient labels for cross-contamination or hidden allergens.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy these bars fresh from the fridge for a satisfying and healthy snack anytime.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What seeds are used in these bars?
Pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds provide crunch and nutrition in these bars.
- → Can these bars be made vegan?
Yes, replace honey with maple syrup to make the bars vegan-friendly.
- → How are the bars held together without baking?
The almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract mixture binds the dry ingredients, firming up when chilled.
- → What can I swap pumpkin seeds with?
Chopped walnuts or pecans are excellent substitutes for pumpkin seeds.
- → How should these bars be stored?
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- → Are these bars gluten-free?
They can be gluten-free if certified gluten-free oats are used.