These no-bake granola bars have 4 different types of nuts, 3 different seeds and lots of sweetness from the dates.
They are gluten-free, refined sugar free and will definitely give you a boost to start your day. Great for breakfast but also amazing to have on hand for quick snacks, as they transport well for goodness on the go.
With all the nuts and seeds, they have nearly 10g of protein per bar, and provide lots of fibre too.
I like to use a mix of nuts and seeds as you get slightly different nutrients from each. As long as the quantities are the same feel free to use your favourites.
What ingredients do you need to make no bake granola bars?
- Medjool dates
- Peanut or almond butter
- Maple syrup
- Mixed nuts (I used almonds, pistachios and hazelnuts)
- Gluten-free oats
- Mixed seeds (I used pumpkin, sesame and sunflower)
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
- Fridge: Store them in an airtight container for about 5-6 days in a sealed tub in the fridge. I like to store in the fridge because it keeps the bars hard and they will last for a few days longer.
- Freezer: For longer storage, you can also freeze them (again in a sealed container) for up to 3 months. Just let them thaw fully before eating.
Recipe Tips
- Toast the nuts/oats: They are officially no bake, but you can also toast your oats/nuts/seeds in the oven for 10 mins if you like. It gives the bars a slightly deeper flavour but they are good either way.
- Which nut butter: I use a very runny peanut butter to make these. If your nut butter is a little harder you may need to add some water or more peanut butter as you combine, to get a softer consistency.
- Do you have to soak your dates? If your dates are hard then try soaking in boiling water for 20-30 mins and draining before using. I use very soft medjool dates so rarely soak mine, but this is always an option.
- Substitutions: You can substitute peanut butter for any other nut butter such as almond. Any mixture of nuts and seeds can be used.
If you liked this No bake granola Bars recipe, why not try:
No Bake Granola Bars
With lots of whole food ingredients, these no bake granola bars need to be on your weekly to-do list. Using a mixture of different nuts and seeds means you get all the different nutritional benefits of each, all at once. Try them, you won’t be disappointed.
Equipment
- Magimix food processor *affiliate link
Ingredients
- 1½ cups soft medjool dates (225g)
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (120g)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup nuts lightly chopped (I used almonds, pistachios and hazelnuts) (140g)
- 1 cup rolled oats (100g)
- ¼ cup seeds I used pumpkin, sesame and sunflower (35g)
- Pinch sea salt optional
Instructions
- Pit the dates and add to a food processor with the peanut butter and maple syrup. Blend until it forms a sticky ball. It should be a very smooth paste so if not, add 1-2 tbsp water and blend again.
- Add the date mixture to a bowl with the nuts, oats, seeds and salt then mix thoroughly (I use my hands to get it mixed well).
- Press down into an 8 inch (20cm) square tin (greased and lined). Put in the fridge to set for at least an hour.
- Cut into 9 squares.
Notes
- The nutritional content is based on the combination of nuts/seeds I specifically used. This may vary slightly depending which combination you use.
- They are officially no bake, but you can also toast your oats/nuts/seeds in the oven for 10 mins if you like. It gives the bars a slightly deeper flavour but they are good either way.
- I use a very runny peanut butter to make these. If your nut butter is a little harder you may need to add some water or more peanut butter as you combine.
- If your dates are hard then try soaking in boiling water for 20-30 mins and draining before using.
Nutrition
Calories: 334kcalCarbohydrates: 39.2gProtein: 9.4gFat: 17.2gSaturated Fat: 1.8gFiber: 6.2g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
The whole family loved these bars , we make again
So glad you liked them. Thanks for taking the time to let me know!
Fulgi de ovaz sau faina de ovaz? Mulțumesc frumos pentru rețetă, ador rețetele fără gluten.
Hi Elena, I use whole oats not oat flour. Hope that helps.
What would you use instead of peanut butter if peanut allergy ?
Almond butter would be similar or tahini if you don’t want to use a nut butter.
Hi mine are a little
Soft . I didn’t have pistachios so I used walnut pieces they have been in the fridge but won’t firm up. I had pitted dates which I soaked could it have been to much liquid from
Them please ?
Hi Lyn, you may have added too much water. Did you squeeze the water out? Leave them in the fridge overnight and they should firm up more. Ideally, unless your dates are really hard you don’t need to soak them for these bars.
Please could you clarify the calorie count. You say this is two servings – surely this can’t be right. The bake is cut into nine pieces. What is the calorie count of 334 referring to?
Hi Stella, not sure where you are seeing 2 servings? It is 9 servings and each one is 334 cals. You can of course cut into smaller bars. Hope that helps.
Thank you so much for the free healthy recipes.
Hope to be able to try them.
Wish you all the best.
You are very welcome. Pleased you are enjoying them.