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Coffee Ginger Energy Bars

Coffee Ginger Energy Bars: Your New Go-To Energy Snack

Delicious Coffee Ginger Energy Bars that combine rich coffee and spicy ginger for a nutritious snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled oats Use rolled oats for best results.
  • 1 cup Pitted dates Acts as a natural sweetener and binder.
  • 1 cup Ground coffee Use your favorite blend or decaf.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger Fresh ginger can be used for more flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Almond butter Substitute with peanut butter if desired.
For the Sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup Honey can be a suitable alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea salt Use fine variety for even distribution.
For Moisture and Texture
  • 1/4 cup Coconut oil Can be replaced with other neutral oils.
  • 1-4 tablespoons Water To adjust the mixture's consistency.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • 8x8-inch pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine rolled oats, pitted dates, ground coffee, ground ginger, and a pinch of sea salt. Pulse until finely ground and evenly combined, achieving a crumbly texture.
  2. Add almond butter, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil. Blend until a smooth mixture forms, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. If the mixture feels too dry, add water one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
  4. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper. Transfer the mixture into the pan, spreading it evenly and pressing down firmly.
  5. Place the pan in the refrigerator and allow the mixture to chill for 20-30 minutes to firm up.
  6. Remove the bars from the pan using parchment paper and slice into desired sizes, typically about 12 squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Optionally, add dark chocolate chips or cayenne pepper for customization.

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