Paleo Cashew and Coconut Energy Bars
No-bake vegan energy bars made with cashews, shredded coconut, and maple syrup. Easy, chewy, and totally satisfying with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Toss cashews and coconut in a food processor. Pulse until it looks crumbly, like your willpower around carbs.
- Add almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla, and salt. Blend until it forms a sticky dough.
- Line a loaf pan with parchment. Press the mixture evenly with a spatula or your emotionally drained palms.
- Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes or until firm enough to cut without falling apart like your weekend plans.
- Slice into bars, store in the fridge, and snack whenever life feels like a chaotic group chat.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 190
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving):
- Magnesium: 10%
- Iron: 8%
- Vitamin E: 7%
- Copper: 18%
- Zinc: 6%
Additional Tips to Enhance Flavor:
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for cozy fall feels.
- Swap maple syrup for date paste if you're feeling fancy.
- Press chocolate chips into the top before chilling—zero judgment.
- Toast coconut first if you're extra like that.
- Make a double batch. You’ll thank yourself later (or hide it from others).