These healthy yet decadent, no-bake chocolate chia energy bars make the perfect snack for busy days, outdoor adventures or anytime you want something delicious yet nourishing.
These yummy bars are easy to make in a food processor with just a handful of wholesome ingredients. You’ll love the soft, chewy texture with a little crunch from the chia seeds.
The flavour and rich and decadent with hints of dark chocolate, coconut, walnuts and sea salt. I like to keep a stash in the freezer for a nourishing and energizing snack anytime of day.
This list is not complete. Please see the recipe card at the end of the post for the complete ingredient list with measurements and detailed instructions.
– Dates: It’s important to use soft, moist dates though any variety works. If your dates seem too dry, it’s suggested to soak them in hot water for 15 minutes before use.
– Cocoa Powder: Unsweetened dark cocoa powder is best but any variety works. You can also use raw cacao powder for some extra nutrients.
– Chia Seeds: Any variety (white, black, etc.) of whole chia seeds works.
– Walnuts: Use plain, raw walnuts with no added oil or salt. Almonds, cashews or pecans are a suitable substitute or you can mix and match various nuts to make 1 cup.
– Coconut: Use fine or medium unsweetened shredded (desiccated) coconut.
– Oats: Use rolled oats, quick oats or old fashioned oats. If you can’t do oats, it’s ok to leave them out or replace with some extra walnuts, coconut and chia seeds.