Peanut butter & chia oat bars are something I make for my hubby’s snacks. They are dry like a granola bar, and slightly crunchy. I saw a similar recipe in Bread Becker’s cookbook as I was looking for some bars to make with the fresh milled whole wheat.
Although, this recipe is completely different, theirs gave me inspiration… I use the fresh milled whole grain but add oats, pumpkin, chia, and hemp seeds. They are rich in good omega 3 fats and also low sugar.
Benefits of Peanut Butter & Chia Oat Bars
Benefits of these bars are the high protein, high fiber, and as previously mentioned omega 3 fat. With this lusciously crunchy combination, these peanut butter bars will satisfy a hunger craving until suppertime. A 2-ounce bar has 2.5 grams of fiber, 175 calories, 5 grams of protein.
Chia seeds are rich in calcium, zinc, and phosphorous. They also have a good amount of omega 3 fat, protein and fiber. Plus, they’re so tiny you won’t notice anything but the slight crunch they add to these peanut butter bars. Their partner in these peanut butter and chia oat bars is hemp seed hearts. A source of complete protein, more omega 3, vitamin E and potassium.
Pumpkin Seeds are a good source of magnesium, manganese, and antioxidants. A rich source of antioxidants taken in our snacks help reduce inflammation and feed our cells what they crave…nutrients! Nutrients that help maintain bone, heart, and muscles. They are also well known for their prostate support. God’s thoughtfulness is evident in the things created to nourish and sustain us!
Peanut Butter & Chia Oat Bars
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Organic Oats
- 1/2 Cup Fresh Milled Soft Wheat (or ground oats)
- 1/2 Cup Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Plus 1 Tbsp to coat baking dish
- 1/2 Cup Coconut Sugar plus 1 scoop stevia Stevia is optional
- 1/4 Cup Pumpkin Seeds (Hulled)
- 1.4 Cup Chia Seeds
- 1/4 Cup Hemp Seed Hearts
- 1/2 Cup All-Natural Peanut Butter
- 1/2 Tsp. Salt
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1 Tbsp. Maple Syrup or Honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Use a few drips of the Tbsp. of olive oil to spread into a 9×13 baking pan, then line with parchment paper, and grease the paper with the remaining oil. This helps pull the bars out to cut when they are cooled.
- In a large bowl add the eggs, sugar (for more sweetness you can add the stevia), salt and oil; whisk well.
- Add the dry ingredients, oats, seeds, and flour. Mix well until combined, this will be thick and gooey. Spread it out evenly in the 9×13 pan and drizzle with honey or syrup. Place in the oven to bake for 30-35 minutes or until brown and toothpick comes out clean. This makes about 12 2-ounce bars.
Nutrition
Devotion
I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds, I will be glad and exult in you; I will sing praise to your name, O Most High.”
Psalm 9:1-2 EST
When I read about the macro and micronutrients in the grains and seeds God provided, I think of the Psalmist with his praise. Rejoicing in the little things is worship, my friend. God sees and He knows when we appreciate every little thing, He does to give us strength for each day. In our culture, these things are at our fingertips. May we recount all of His wonderful deeds!
I pray you are given stamina today with your choice of nuts and seeds. Maybe combine them all together in a peanut butter & chia oat bar for some added energy! Whatever you choose, know He is with you today and every day. God bless you!
