[Recipes] Fiber Bars: Homemade Oat-Date Bars

Hands-On Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling)

Ingredients:

For the Bars:

• 1½ cups rolled oats
• 1 cup pitted Medjool dates (about 10–12), soaked in warm water for 10 minutes
• ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• ¼ cup ground flaxseed
• ½ cup natural almond butter (or peanut butter)
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional for extra sweetness)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Optional Toppings:

• Extra shredded coconut
• Drizzle of melted dark chocolate

Instructions:

Step 1 – Prep the Dates

Soak the pitted dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften. Drain and set aside.

Step 2 – Blend the Base

In a food processor, pulse the oats until they break down slightly. Add the dates, almond butter, coconut, flaxseed, chia seeds, maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Process until a sticky dough forms.

Step 3 – Press and Chill

Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish using the back of a spoon or your hands. Sprinkle with coconut or drizzle chocolate if desired.

Step 4 – Set and Slice

Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour until firm. Once set, lift out and cut into 12 bars.

Nutrition Facts (per bar):

• Calories: ~180
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 10g (mostly from dates)
• Carbs: 22g
• Fat: 9g

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