Crispy Chia and Hempseed Energy Bars Recipe

Where are the nutrition bar lovers?

As you probably know, many nutrition or energy bars can be loaded with things making them anything but nutritious. If you purchase store-bought energy bars, look for whole food plant-based ingredients like nuts, seeds, and dates, and avoid added processed sugar, protein isolates, palm oil, sucralose, high fructose corn syrup, “natural flavors” {what’s that?} and sugar alcohols. These ingredients do anything but what they promise (promote health, energy, and weight loss). 

What’s awesome is that you can make these naturally sweetened, plant-powered, protein-rich, fiber-packed energy bars in less than 5 minutes AND they taste so so good. Get the recipe for Crispy Chia and Hempseed Energy Bars below.

Crispy Chia and Hempseed Energy Bars

Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, these Crispy Chia and Hempseed Energy Bars are the perfect balance of crunch, natural sweetness, and wholesome energy. Made with a base of raw walnuts and pecans, they deliver a satisfying texture while providing heart-healthy fats and plant-based protein. Pitted dates naturally sweeten the bars and act as a binder, keeping them chewy yet firm.

A blend of unsweetened shredded coconut and rolled oats adds subtle nuttiness and fiber, while chia seeds and hemp seeds contribute an extra boost of omega-3s, protein, and a delightful crunch. Hints of vanilla and cinnamon enhance the natural flavors, and a touch of salt brings everything together for a well-balanced taste.

Perfect for a pre-workout snack, mid-afternoon pick-me-up, or on-the-go fuel, these energy bars are as nourishing as they are delicious!

Crispy Chia and Hemp Seed Energy Bars Recipe

Serves: 10

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cooking time: none

Crispy Chia and Hempseed Energy Bars Ingredients

• 1 cup raw walnuts 

• 1 cup raw pecans

• 1 cup pitted dates

• 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

• 1/2 cup rolled oats

• 1/4 cup chia seeds

• 1/4 cup hemp seeds

• 1 tsp vanilla 

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon 

• 2 pinches salt 

How to make Crispy Chia and Hempseed Energy Bars

1. Add all ingredients to a food processor, or use an immersion blender, and blend until a moist thick dough forms.

2. Line a square baking dish with parchment paper. Firmly press the mixture into the dish, making sure it’s tight in all corners.

3. Place in the freezer for 1–2 hours.

4. Once frozen, pull the parchment paper out of the dish and place it onto a cutting board. Cut into 8–10 bars.

5. Store in an air-tight container in the fridge or freezer for 5–7 days.
   

Nutrition information per bar:

calories 278

carbohydrate 20 grams

sugar 10 grams

fiber 6 grams

protein 6 grams

fat 21 grams (nuts and seeds!)

omega 3 fatty acids 2.5 grams (woot!)

saturated fat 4 grams (coconut)

trans fat 0

sodium 31 mg

Good source of iron, B1, B6, and selenium.

Excellent source of copper, magnesium, zinc, manganese, and vitamin K.