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Before you dive into making your Sweet Chocolate Chia Energy Bars, it’s essential to prepare your baking pan properly. This step ensures that your bars come out perfectly and makes cleaning up a breeze.

Sweet Chocolate Chia Energy Bars

Discover the joy of making Sweet Chocolate Chia Energy Bars, the perfect blend of taste and nutrition! These homemade snacks not only satisfy your cravings but also fit into a healthy lifestyle with their impressive nutritional profile. Easy to make, these bars offer customizable flavors and are packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, almond butter, and chia seeds. Ideal for a quick energy boost, they’re great for gym sessions, work, or anytime you need a nutritious pick-me-up. Enjoy a deliciously healthy treat that you can feel good about!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup almond butter (or any nut butter of your choice)

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup chia seeds

1/3 cup dark chocolate chips (or dairy-free chips)

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup dried fruits (like cranberries or apricots), chopped (optional)

1/4 cup walnuts or almonds, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions
 

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cocoa powder, chia seeds, and sea salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.

    Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth and homogenous.

      Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Use a spatula or your hands to mix until everything is well combined. If the mixture feels too dry, add a splash of water or more nut butter to achieve a sticky, cohesive texture.

        Fold in Extras: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips and any optional add-ins such as dried fruits and nuts for an extra crunch and flavor boost.

          Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8x8-inch (or similar size) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

            Transfer Mixture: Pour the energy bar mixture into the lined baking dish. Use a spatula or your hands to press the mixture down firmly and evenly into the pan. Make sure it’s tightly packed to help the bars hold their shape.

              Chill to Firm Up: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or until firm) to set.

                Cut into Bars: Once the mixture is firm, lift it out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Place on a cutting board and cut into even bars or squares, depending on your preference.

                  Store: Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

                    Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 2 hours chilling | Makes about 12 bars