Fuel your adventures with these Vegan Coconut Date Energy Bars—deliciously chewy, naturally sweet, and bursting with nutty flavor in every bite. Inspired by a classic raw food snack, these bars are crafted for active lifestyles, offering a perfect pick-me-up whether you’re hiking through scenic trails or racing through your daily to-do list. They’re the ultimate homemade energy snack that travels well, doesn’t require refrigeration, and is guaranteed to impress friends and family with its rich texture and tropical aroma.
Simply slice them into individual bars or wrap them up for instant nourishment wherever you roam. Packed with wholesome ingredients, these treats deliver sustained energy thanks to naturally sweet dates, crunchy nuts, and fragrant coconut flakes. They come together quickly in your food processor and set firm in less than half an hour—meaning you’ll be ready to hit the road (or the trail) in no time. Healthy snacking has never been this easy or satisfying!
Vegan Coconut Date Energy Bars
Print RecipeIngredients
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds
- 1/2 cup flaked coconut
- 10 pitted dates, or to taste
- 1/4 cup cashews, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
Place the slivered almonds and flaked coconut into a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
Add the pitted dates and blend until the mixture begins to combine and break down.
Toss in the cashews and drizzle in coconut oil, then pulse until everything is sticky and holds together when pressed.
Transfer this mixture onto a sheet of waxed paper, press and shape it firmly into a square or rectangle, and fold the waxed paper over the top for compactness.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm, then cut into bars and enjoy.
Notes
Tips:
For an extra boost, toss in a handful of chia seeds or a sprinkle of cinnamon before processing. If your dates seem a bit dry, soak them in warm water for a few minutes to soften. Wrap bars individually for convenient, grab-and-go snacks.