13 Energy Bar Recipes for a Healthy Afternoon Pick Me Up (2024)

Looking for energy bar recipes to give you a little afternoon energy boost? Homesteading often means being on your feet almost all day. I get up early in the morning, fix breakfast for the family, then go about my chores around the homestead.

I love what I do, but there are times I need that extra boost, especially during the midday slump. It happens almost every day, so my solution is: energy bars! It's a great way to keep hunger pangs at bay and also gives me some much-needed energy to complete my daily tasks. If you also want to learn how to make some, here are some delicious homemade energy bar recipesyou can try.

13 Energy Bar Recipesfor a Boost in Energy

1. Creation Nation Energy Bites

This bagged mix is perfect for making your own energy bars, especially if you like to make your own food without the hassle of shopping for all the separate ingredients.Check it out here.

2. Granola Bar Recipes

Why settle for one granola bar recipe when you can rev up your taste buds with 25? These bars are easy-to-make, healthy, and energizing snacks for an all-dayactivity.Get the list here!

3. No Bake Chocolate Chia Energy Bars

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You'll love these vegan and gluten-free protein bars! You can eat them as a pre-workout snack, plus they're high in antioxidants. Find out why this is one of the tastiest veganenergy bar recipes around!See how you can make it here.

4. Healthy Homemade PB Energy Bars

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I'm a big fan of peanut butter and chocolate! These are so yummy, even the kids will approve. Peanut butter energy bars are a good source of vitamins and minerals and great as a kids' afternoon snack.Check it out here.

5. Quinoa Tahini Bar

Your kids will love these delicious energy bars and they're perfect for breakfast, too. These quinoa tahini bars are protein-packed and naturally sweetened with dates. No sugar required! Recipe here.

6. Superfood Energy Bars

The ingredients speak for themselves. This energy bar has all the ingredients you'll ever need. This will become one of your favoriteenergy bar recipes!Get Recipe Here.

7. Snickerdoodle Date Energy Bar

So easy, all you'll need is a food processor. Try a combination of pecans and almonds. You can also use other nuts you prefer for your Snickerdoodle energy bar.Check it out here.

8. Millet Chocolate Energy Bars

Ever tried millet? Well, you'll be pleased to know that it's a good source of insoluble fiber that your body needs. It's loaded with essential minerals such as copper, magnesium, manganese, and phosphorus.Recipe here.

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9. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Energy Bars

This energy bar is made up of nuts and fruits but your taste buds might think it's a nutty granola bar. Chocolate chips and cookie dough? Is there a better mix than this? See it here.

10. Raw No-Bake Date and Coconut Energy Bars

You don't really need to spend a lot of time in the kitchen to make these yummy treats. They're loaded with nutrients from natural ingredients such as coconut oil, cocoa powder, oats, and coconut.Check it out here.

11. No-Bake Workout Bars

Need a little something to munch on after your workout? These workout bars fuel your exercise and contain lean protein to help repair your muscles after a hard day's workout. Try these no-bake delights withthis recipe.

12. 3-Ingredient Energy Bar

This recipe will make you forget about going to the grocery store to buy Larabars. Plus, you'll only need three ingredients! Some almonds, cherries, dried dates, and a food processor are all you need for this delicious treat.

13. Coconut Matcha Energy Bars

I'm currently in love with matcha so when I found this energy bar recipe, I just had to try it. I'm sure you'll love it, too. It's a delicious homemade treat with plant-based protein, healthy fats, and fiber.

Got room for one more? Then check out this video tutorial on how to make your own Uber Bars from Global Cycling Network:

These easy, healthy, chewy, crunchy energy bars are great for snacks any time of the day. The good thing is you can customize them with all your favorite chewy and tasty ingredients. Why not choose your desired recipe now and start making your own?

Which of these energy bar recipes would you like to try making now? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!

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Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in April 2017, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.