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Simple 5 Ingredient No Bake Energy Bars

These quick and chewy energy bars are the perfect healthy snack to keep you going throughout the day.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026
Simple 5 Ingredient No Bake Energy Bars
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
1 hour 10 minutes
Serves
12 bars

There is nothing quite like a homemade snack that you can whip up in minutes without even turning on the oven. These energy bars have become a favorite in my kitchen because they satisfy that sweet craving while keeping things simple and wholesome.

My best tip is to press the mixture into the pan as firmly as you can. This helps the bars hold their shape perfectly once they come out of the fridge, so you get a nice clean cut every single time.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup ground flaxseed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper so that the ends hang over the sides.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, and ground flaxseed.

  3. 3

    Stir the mixture well until all the ingredients are fully combined and sticky.

  4. 4

    Transfer the mixture into your prepared pan and use the back of a large spoon or a spatula to press it down into an even, compact layer.

  5. 5

    Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least one hour to let the bars set.

  6. 6

    Once firm, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and slice them into bars or squares.

💡 Tips

Store these bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them firm for up to two weeks. You can also wrap them individually in plastic wrap for an easy grab and go snack for work or school.

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