Description
Chewy, naturally sweet, and so easy — these No-Bake Date Bars pack Medjool dates, oats, and nuts into a wholesome snack. No oven, no fuss — just chill, slice, and enjoy! Perfect for lunchboxes, pre-workout fuel, or a better-for-you dessert.
Ingredients
2 cups Medjool dates, pitted
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup almonds (or walnuts)
1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. In a food processor, blend dates until smooth and sticky.
2. Add oats, nuts, coconut (optional), honey or maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Pulse until the mixture holds together when pressed.
3. Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.
4. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until set and firm.
5. Lift out, slice into bars or squares, and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
• Use fresh, soft Medjool dates. If dry, soak in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
• For vegan bars, use maple syrup instead of honey.
• Boosts: add 1–2 tbsp chia seeds, flaxseed meal, or 2 tbsp cocoa powder for a chocolate twist.
• Storage: refrigerate up to 10 days, or freeze up to 3 months (wrap individually).
• Press mixture very firmly to prevent crumbly bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 175 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 4.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3.5 g