These almond chia breakfast bars are not only delicious, but also packed with nutritious ingredients. They are perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast on-the-go. Made with almond butter, chia seeds, oats, and honey, these bars are gluten-free and refined sugar-free. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins like dried fruits, nuts, or chocolate chips. Make a batch in advance and enjoy a wholesome breakfast every morning.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond butter and honey. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, almond flour, shredded coconut, chopped almonds, dried cranberries, dark chocolate chips, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly to form an even layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Store the almond chia breakfast bars in an airtight container for up to a week.
Interesting Facts
Chia seeds are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants.
Almond butter is packed with healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E.
These breakfast bars can be customized with different mix-ins to suit your taste preferences.
They are a great option for those following a gluten-free or refined sugar-free diet.