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healthy low-fat snack bars for hiking

Healthy Low-Fat Snack Bars for Hiking

These healthy low-fat snack bars are perfect for hiking, providing sustained energy with nutritious ingredients while keeping the fat content low. Packed with oats, nut butter, and dried fruits, they fuel your adventures without excess calories!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup honey or agave syrup
  • 1/2 cup creamy nut butter (like almond or peanut butter)
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1/4 cup dried fruits (like cranberries or apricots)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix honey (or agave syrup), nut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
  4. Fold in the dried fruits until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  5. Press the mixture firmly into a lined baking dish, spreading evenly to eliminate air pockets.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours until firm, then cut into bars.
  7. Store in an airtight container for on-the-go snacking.

Notes

Nutrition Information Source: Data from USDA FoodData Central Values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands and preparation methods.