No-Bake Energy Bars

Adapted from Love & Lemons No Bake Energy Bites: https://www.loveandlemons.com/energy-balls-recipe/

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a medium pan, toast the oats over low heat until just browned around the edges, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed and warm water and set aside to thicken for about 5 minutes. In a food processor, combine the almond butter, tahini, dates, coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add the flaxseed mixture and blend until smooth.

Step 3

Add the seeds and coconut and pulse until combined. Add the oats and pulse until combined. Add the nuts and chocolate chips and pulse until combined.

Step 4

Push the mixture into a 9x9 baking pan and chill in the refrigerator until firm, at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

Remove from the fridge and cut into squares. Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator or freezer.