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    Chewy No-Bake Breakfast Bars With Dates

    Published: Jul 9, 2017 · Modified: Sep 21, 2023 by Gloria - The Greedy Vegan · This post may contain affiliate links · 35 Comments

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    A while ago I posted about date paste. It is wonderful to sweeten desserts with it or just add the paste to your smoothies, but there is so much more you can do with dates. One of my favourite ways to use this date paste is to create a base for deliciously soft and chewy no-bake breakfast bars. They are a fantastic breakfast on their own when you are in a rush since they are packed with fibre, healthy fats and protein.

    No-Bake Breakfast Bars

    Making them is almost as easy as eating them. Since they are no-bake bars, they require very little prep time or attention. All they need is a little bit of time to set and firm up. You can do that by either leaving them in the fridge overnight or go the express route and place them in the freezer.

    No-Bake Breakfast Bars

    But before you get to that you have to make them. If you have ready-made date paste, great! If not then it's not much of a problem either. Since you will be using this one instantly and in these bars, it doesn't matter if it is perfectly smooth since you will use it combined with nuts. I just blend some dates up with good old plain water and mix it with the coconut oil and peanut butter in a sauce pan. That way I make sure it blends perfectly before adding it to the dry ingredients.

    No-Bake Breakfast Bars

    You can mix the ingredients by hand or go the quick and easy route of using a hand mixer with dough hook attachments. That way it all is perfectly mixed within a few seconds without breaking the dried fruit. The mixture will be very sticky and this point but that will go away once the bars have set in the fridge. Place it all into a square baking tin that is lined with baking paper. Make sure to press the mass down as hard as you can. If it is too loose, there will be air trapped in the mixture, and that will make your bars crumble once you cut them. These no-bake breakfast bars will last easily for a week when stored in the fridge. Alternatively, you can keep them in the freezer, which is something I prefer.

    No-Bake Breakfast Bars

    Chewy No-Bake Breakfast Bars With Dates

    The Greedy Vegan
    These delicious no-bake breakfast bars are packed with vital nutrients. They are sweetened with dates which also give them their beautiful fudgy texture. Ingredients are listed as: metric ( imperial ).
    4.43 from 19 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast Bar
    Cuisine Vegan
    Servings 16 bars
    Calories 246 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 300 g pitted dates*
    • 125 ml water*
    • 50 g coconut oil
    • 125 g peanut butter
    • 175 g rolled oats
    • 50 g ground almonds
    • 35 g shredded coconut
    • 35 g roughly chopped almonds
    • 20 g sunflower seeds
    • 20 g pumpkin seeds
    • 15 g golden raisins
    • 15 g golden linseed
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence or 2 scraped vanilla beans
    • 1 teaspoon cardamom
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt

    • optional topping
    • 12 whole almonds
    • 12 blanched whole almonds
    • 1 tablespoon golden raisins
    • 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
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    Instructions
     

    • Process the dates and water in a blender or food processor until smooth. Add the date paste with the coconut oil and peanut butter to a saucepan and heat gently to melt the oil and the peanut butter. Stir until evenly combined.

    • Add the paste to the dry ingredients and add the vanilla, salt and cardamom. Mix everything by hand or use a hand mixer with dough hook attachments.

    • Once it is evenly combined press the mixture into a square form of 20*20cm (8*8inch) that is lined with baking paper. Make sure to press the mass down as hard as you can. If it is too loose, there will be air trapped in the mixture, and that will make your bars crumble once you cut them. I lay a piece of baking paper on top of it because it makes it easier to even the surface out.

    • If you choose to make them look a little bit fancier, then scatter the topping over the evened out mixture and press the nuts and seeds into the surface. Cover with baking paper and store in the fridge for a few hours, best overnight.

    Notes

    * The amount of water and dates used in this recipe equals 2 cups ready-made date paste.
    ** Calories are calculated with the optional topping.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Chewy No-Bake Breakfast Bars With Dates
    Serving Size
     
    1 bar **
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    246
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    13
    g
    20
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    4
    g
    25
    %
    Sodium
     
    62
    mg
    3
    %
    Potassium
     
    291
    mg
    8
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    27
    g
    9
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    17
    %
    Sugar
     
    15
    g
    17
    %
    Protein
     
    6
    g
    12
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    0.1
    mg
    0
    %
    Calcium
     
    36
    mg
    4
    %
    Iron
     
    1.4
    mg
    8
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Shannon

      July 11, 2017 at 11:43 am

      These look so delicious and healthy! It also looks easy to make, which is my kind of recipe. I’m always looking for more homemade recipes, so I’ll be trying this one for sure!

      Reply
    2. Sarah Bailey

      July 11, 2017 at 2:44 pm

      Oh these sound absolutely delicious I am all for tucking into a breakfast bar in the morning and live the idea of making my own.

      Reply
    3. Corinne & Kirsty

      July 11, 2017 at 5:52 pm

      I am always fascinated by the no bake recipes. I kinda don’t trust them even though I should. Especially now that my oven is broken. These looks delicious! xx corinne

      Reply
    4. GiGi Eats

      July 11, 2017 at 6:41 pm

      These look insanely addicting!!

      Reply
      • Gloria

        July 11, 2017 at 5:44 pm

        Haha. They sure are. - Love, G. ???

        Reply
      • Anonymous

        June 14, 2019 at 9:52 pm

        they ARE addicting

        Reply
    5. Dona

      July 11, 2017 at 8:35 pm

      Gloria, I need this in my life. I am terribly addicted to eating and I strive to find healthy alternatives. Thank you for sharing. I hope to try this recipe soon!

      Reply
      • Gloria

        July 11, 2017 at 7:41 pm

        I hear you and I'm the same. I'm a glutton and finding this lifestyle saved me. - Love, G.

        Reply
    6. Helene Cohen Bludman

      July 11, 2017 at 9:02 pm

      I'm always looking for something healthy to take along in the car when I'm in a hurry. These would be perfect for the car ride.

      Reply
      • Gloria

        July 11, 2017 at 9:11 pm

        They are amazing for car rides! No crumbs or sticky fingers. =D - Love, G.

        Reply
      • Margo Simon

        March 25, 2020 at 2:27 pm

        I’m with you, Helene! I spend too much time baking cakes with overly ornate flourishes and sharing vacuous commentary on Twitter. This is definitely the perfect snack and something I will Pin.

        Reply
    7. Jes

      July 11, 2017 at 9:27 pm

      Wow these look amazing! I don’t eat breakfast often, but these would be perfect for on-the-go!

      Reply
    8. Heather Johnson

      July 11, 2017 at 9:39 pm

      Dates makes such a tasty addition to a snack! Your breakfast bars look and sound absolutely amazing and packed full of healthy ingredients!

      Reply
    9. Amber Myers

      July 11, 2017 at 11:52 pm

      5 stars

      These look pretty tasty! I’d give them a try! I normally don’t have breakfast, but I know I need to eat it.

      Reply
    10. Kylie Go

      July 12, 2017 at 3:27 am

      Wow! It looks good plus I love the fact that it is super easy to make! Definitely need to try this!

      Reply
    11. Blair villanueva

      July 12, 2017 at 9:01 am

      5 stars
      This recipe looks tasty. I wish to make my version.of it. Yummy!

      Reply
    12. Ana De- Jesus

      July 12, 2017 at 11:21 am

      I am the worlds laziest cook so to know that these breakfast bars are no bake is so awesome. I love that they look so rustic and homemade yum yum x

      Reply
      • Gloria

        July 12, 2017 at 11:34 am

        World's laziest cook is quite a title! HAHAHA! These are super lazy and you can get some frustration out when pushing them into the pan on top of it. Just think of someone who annoyed you recently and smash it! =D - Love, G.

        Reply
    13. Anh V. Nguyen

      July 12, 2017 at 3:46 pm

      OMG! I can’t stand seeing these pictures. They’re so delicious and carefully decorated. I wish I had these cakes everyday for breakfast. If so, I have to learn to cook now. Awesome, thank for your post!

      Reply
      • Gloria

        July 12, 2017 at 4:03 pm

        Aww bless. Thank you for the compliment. - Love, G.

        Reply
    14. David Elliott

      July 13, 2017 at 2:22 pm

      mmmm… Peanut butter definitely brings everything together. This does look like a great early morning bar to get your day going. And I do love my dates, although it’s been a while since I have had any. Not sure why.

      Reply
    15. Elizabeth O

      July 13, 2017 at 3:14 pm

      5 stars

      That’s a real health bar and better yet, its honemade. I had some fresh dates from Morocco recently, and they were divine.

      Reply
    16. Muna Kenny

      July 13, 2017 at 3:21 pm

      These bars look delicious, I used to hesitate in using coconut oil in cooking, but after using it one time I’m in love!

      Reply
    17. Jim

      July 13, 2017 at 3:29 pm

      My first question is always about gluten free. I love these recipes, but I am always concerned that I cannot make them!

      Reply
      • Gloria

        July 13, 2017 at 7:47 pm

        Hello, Jim. These are gluten free if you use certified gluten free oats. Oats are gluten free by default but if you have a severe gluten intolerance you have to make sure they are certified. If they are not certified then they might be packed in a facility that handles wheat as well. There could be cross contamination but in essence, this recipe is gluten free. Hope this helps. - Love, G.

        Reply
    18. eliza

      July 14, 2017 at 1:37 am

      Hey! There are so much to learn and enjoy from your blog. I am not a vegan… yet hahaha but I’m a health enthusiast, I’ll be your new follower!

      Reply
      • Gloria

        July 14, 2017 at 8:13 am

        Hello Eliza, so happy to hear that. You just made my day! ? If you have any recipes you love that could use a vegan overhaul then let me know. I'll gladly change them for you if you're interested. - Lot's of Love, G.

        Reply
    19. Gloria

      July 14, 2017 at 8:08 am

      Hello Eliza, happy to hear that! You just made my week. ♡ If you have any recipes you love that are not vegan then let me know. I'll try to veganise them for you if you're interested. - Love, Gloria.

      Reply
    20. Sarah

      October 17, 2017 at 5:37 pm

      4 stars
      Hey ! You say you like to keep them in the freezer , how do you unfreeze them ? Do you leave them on a countertop overnight or do you eat them straight out of the freezer ?

      Reply
      • Gloria

        October 25, 2017 at 11:37 am

        Hello Sarah. My apologies for the late reply, I was in the midst of moving from England to the Netherlands. You can defrost your breakfast bars by leaving them on the counter or by placing them in the fridge in the evening if you want them for breakfast. Eating them straight out of the freezer is something I have never done, but it does give me an excellent idea for a Christmassy ice cream! - Love, G.

        Reply
    21. cynthia bowman

      November 02, 2017 at 5:03 pm

      5 stars
      I'm totally adding this recipe to my snack ideas. It looks amazing!

      Reply
    22. Donna

      March 15, 2018 at 10:58 pm

      4 stars

      Tried , tested and demolished. Great tasty filling breakfast bars. Not a vegan but we loved them so much i will be making another batch.
      Thanks for a great recipe

      Reply
    23. Donna

      March 16, 2018 at 12:12 am

      5 stars
      Definitely a 5 star!

      Reply
    24. Anna

      April 01, 2018 at 3:34 pm

      This looks yummy and they are beautiful bars!! I love your blog!! So many great ideas!!

      Reply
    25. Andrea

      January 30, 2020 at 1:02 am

      This is a great basic recipe that you can do anything with. I love cardamom however, I did not like the combination of cardamom and peanut butter here. I will substitute that out for nut butter and cinnamon. Thank you for a great recipe!

      Reply

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