Best 3 Almond Chia Breakfast Bars Recipes

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In the realm of healthy and delicious breakfast treats, almond chia breakfast bars stand out as a shining star. These delectable bars are not only a culinary delight but also a powerhouse of nutrition. With their perfect balance of flavors and textures, they satisfy both your taste buds and your body's nutritional needs. Whether you're a health-conscious individual, a fitness enthusiast, or simply someone seeking a wholesome and delicious breakfast option, this article will guide you through the exciting world of almond chia breakfast bars.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ALMOND CHIA BREAKFAST BARS



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Almond meal bars are a healthy addition to breakfast or use as a snack between meals.

Provided by David Brieck Jr

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch

Time 8h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups water, divided
2 cups chopped almonds
1 pinch salt
cooking spray
3 cups all-purpose flour
⅔ cup chocolate chips
⅔ cup olive oil
⅔ cup chia seeds
½ cup honey
½ cup powdered peanut butter (such as PB2®)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Combine 2 cup water, almonds, and 1 pinch salt together in a bowl; let sit for 8 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse 2 times.
  • Blend drained almonds and 2 cups water together in a blender until smooth, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray an 11x15-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix flour, chocolate chips, olive oil, chia seeds, honey, powdered peanut butter, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and 2 teaspoons salt into almond mixture until dough is evenly combined. Transfer dough to the prepared baking dish, leveling dough with a fork or spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and lightly browned, 30 to 40 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 215.1 mg, Sugar 9 g

ALMOND CHIA BREAKFAST BARS



Almond Chia Breakfast Bars image

Almond meal bars are a healthy addition to breakfast or use as a snack between meals.

Provided by David Brieck Jr

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch

Time 8h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups water, divided
2 cups chopped almonds
1 pinch salt
cooking spray
3 cups all-purpose flour
⅔ cup chocolate chips
⅔ cup olive oil
⅔ cup chia seeds
½ cup honey
½ cup powdered peanut butter (such as PB2®)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Combine 2 cup water, almonds, and 1 pinch salt together in a bowl; let sit for 8 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse 2 times.
  • Blend drained almonds and 2 cups water together in a blender until smooth, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray an 11x15-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix flour, chocolate chips, olive oil, chia seeds, honey, powdered peanut butter, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and 2 teaspoons salt into almond mixture until dough is evenly combined. Transfer dough to the prepared baking dish, leveling dough with a fork or spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and lightly browned, 30 to 40 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 215.1 mg, Sugar 9 g

VANILLA-ALMOND CHIA BREAKFAST BOWL



Vanilla-almond chia breakfast bowl image

This fibre-packed oat pot is similar to a bircher. The combination of porridge oats, blueberries, yogurt, seeds and nuts will keep you fuller for longer

Provided by Jennifer Irvine

Categories     Brunch

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

50g jumbo porridge oat
200ml unsweetened almond milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp low-fat natural yogurt
25g chia seeds
150g punnet blueberry
25g almond , slivered or flaked
clear honey , to taste

Steps:

  • Mix all the porridge ingredients in a bowl and leave to soak for at least 20 mins. Once the oats have softened, stir through half the blueberries. If the porridge is too dry, add a little water.
  • Divide the mixture between 2 bowls and top each with the remaining berries, almonds and honey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to quickly and easily blend the ingredients for the crust.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the almonds and chia seeds finely by hand.
  • Be sure to press the crust firmly into the bottom of the baking dish to prevent it from crumbling.
  • Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until it is golden brown.
  • While the crust is baking, prepare the filling.
  • Use a high-powered blender to blend the filling ingredients until they are smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the filling over the cooled crust and spread it out evenly.
  • Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or overnight, before cutting them into squares.
  • Store the bars in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion:

These almond chia breakfast bars are a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. They are packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and they are also gluten-free and vegan. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a healthy snack, these bars are a great option.

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