Homemade Energy Bars

Homemade Energy Bars

These easy no-bake homemade energy bars are made with oats, peanut butter, honey, dried fruit, and seeds. They make a great lunchbox snack, after-school treat, hiking snack, or healthy grab-and-go breakfast.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups oats
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/2 cup chopped dates or shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds or ground flaxseed
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries, cherries, or raisins
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Place all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
2. Stir until everything is evenly combined.


3. Press the mixture firmly into a lightly greased 8-inch square pan.
4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
5. Cut into bars and serve.