I hope you guys don’t mind if my recipes just keep getting simpler and simpler because these paleo energy bars with cashew and coconut require just 5 simple ingredients.
I have a few vegan cookbooks at home that have the longest ingredient lists for their recipes, some of them even running two pages. Needless to say, I usually skip right by those without even reading them.
There’s nothing wrong with going all out every now and again, but for day-to-day recipes I like to keep things as minimal as possible. Maybe I’m just lazy, ahaha! I actually am pretty lazy in the kitchen, I’m always looking for shortcuts!
But if the result tastes as good as these paleo energy bars do, why complicate things?
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Both hemp seeds and organic hemp protein are a staple in my kitchen and they make a great addition to these simple, whole food paleo energy bars.
Recently I’ve been heading straight to the gym on my way home from work, so I need a serious after-work, pre-workout snack to get me through until dinnertime. These have been perfect for just that. They’re substantial enough to power you through a tough workout and delicious enough to enjoy every last bite.
Paleo Energy Bars with Cashew and Coconut
I’m not concerned with eating a paleo diet but I know a lot of people are so I thought I’d share an energy bar recipe that works for everyone! If you need to keep these bars nut-free, you could even substitute the cashews for more coconut and hemp seeds or swap them out for sunflower seeds.
Naturally Sweetened and Just 5 Ingredients!
Sweetened to perfection naturally with dates, these bars contain no added sugar. The coconut oil makes them soft and almost creamy and the hemp seeds, coconut and cashew add an amazing, hearty texture. They hold up well on the go, the healthy fats make them substantial enough for breakfast and the yummy flavour will have you eating them for dessert!
They’re grain-free, vegan, gluten-free and regardless of your dietary preferences, these bars are absolutely delicous!
Print5-Ingredient Paleo Power Bars
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Category: Vegan, Paleo, Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup packed dates, pitted
- 1 cup unsweetened fine coconut
- 1 cup hemp seeds
- 2/3 cup cashews
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a high-powered blender or food processor.
- Mix until it forms a dough.
- Press into parchment or saran-lined 7×7 square baking pan.
- Set in the fridge for a few hours.
- Cut into 12 bars.
Maryea {happy healthy mama}
Simple is awesome. Let’s be honest, the simple recipes are the ones we come back to again and again. I love how you used hemp seeds in here. I am definitely going to try that next time I make a nut/dried fruit type bar. Thanks for the inspiration!
Gretchen @ Two Healthy Kitchens
Umm … no, no I don’t mind at all that the list only has a handful of ingredients! I love (LOVE!) really simple recipes! I’m totally with you, I skip right over the recipes with a ton of ingredients! I don’t have time for really elaborate and gourmet foods – I would love to have that kind of time, but the reality is, as a busy mommy I just don’t! So yes! Easy recipe lovers rejoice! 🙂
Shannon @ Yup, it's Vegan
The simplest recipes are the best ones! When it comes to excessively elaborate recipes, from time to time I am guilty as charged… but those are always reserved for weekend projects. Recipes like this are ones I would make any day of the week!
Clara
They remind me of Lara bars, but taste even better! My kids think they’re candy bars when I add 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 🙂
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Brittany @ Delights and Delectables
I love simple recipes!! These look amazing!
Sheelagh
Just made these as my snack for the week! Simple, healthy ingredients = perfection! Snacked on the “dough” as I made them — so good! Thanks for sharing!
Deryn
Ooo, yay! That’s awesome. So glad you enjoyed them!! xo
Polly @ Tasty Food Project
Looks yummy! I like how it doesn’t require a lot of ingredients to make!
Lauren
These look like my kind of bars – simple, delicious and full of goodness!
I love your site btw 🙂
John Peter
The simplest recipes ar the simplest ones! once it involves to a fault elaborate recipes, from time to time i’m guilty as charged
Lichelle
Hi i am allergic to coconut, i am diabetic and cant eat anything with wheat flour. I am looking for a pancake recipe withou sugar and wheat.
Alicia
These were WONDERFUL! I was trying to mimic a local vegan cafe power bar and this is definitely the recipe they use, tastes the same!
I did add 1/4 cup of dark chocolate to add a little extra something to it and it was perfect, gave it just the kick I needed.
I also did not have hemp seed, so I used flax seed and it still came out great.
Thanks so much for the great recipe with simple ingredients! 🙂
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Erin
Great recipe! I’ve never used hemp, any preferred brands?
Deryn
I use North Coast Naturals 🙂
Rebecca
Made this tonight & they are delicious! Thank you!
Lisa
Hi I am excited to try this recipe! I am curious though could I use half cup of oats and half cup hemp seed. would it still combine?
Deryn
I think that would probably be okay but I can’t guarantee it! Let me know if you try that substitution 🙂