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PEANUT BUTTER! There, all of your (at least edible) problems just melted away. Why is it that peanut butter seems to fix all of life’s problems? Or at least the most edible of life’s problems? I don’t even know what that means, but let’s go with it.

Peanut butter just seems to be one of those things that comforts you, is there for you, and best of all, gives you the energy you need to get through just about anything (or at least not be hangry while doing it all).

Today’s peanut butter energy bars is one more recipe that you can add to your Easy No Bake Snacks list. They just happen to be the best energy bars ever—which is prob why they’re so good at problem-solving. 😉

Are you ready to see what the fuss is all about? Let’s no bake this!

Peanut Butter Energy Bars: this 4 ingredient energy bars recipe is quick ‘n easy and yields the best energy bars that taste like peanut butter cookies! #EnergyBars #PeanutButter #NoBake | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

How to Make Energy Bars

Line

Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside for later.

Blend Dates & PB

Add dates and peanut butter to the bin of a food processor. Blend until you get to a sticky, sand-like texture. Scrape down the sides of the bin as needed.

Add Peanuts

Add the rest of the ingredients: peanuts, vanilla and salt. You’ll blend until the peanuts are fully incorporated, but just a few teeny-tiny bits remain. You’ll know your energy bars are ready when you can pinch the peanut butter energy bar mixture and it holds together when you drop it.

Pour

Pour this peanut butter energy bar mixture into your prepared pan. Use a rubber spatula to press down and pack the mixture into a tightly-packed, even layer.

Freeze & Enjoy

Freeze for about 25 minutes, slice and enjoy the best peanut butter energy bars!

The 4 ingredients you need for Peanut Butter Energy Bars 

Ingredient 1 – Medjool Dates

Ingredient 2 – Unsalted, Natural Creamy Peanut Butter

Ingredient 3 – Unsalted Peanuts

Ingredient 4 – Vanilla

I love adding in vanilla because it not only adds in delicious flavor (making these energy bars taste more like cookies), they also add in a bit of moisture to your dates so you don’t have to soak them! 

Storing and Freezing Your Energy Bars

Storing Instructions

Store your peanut butter energy bars in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks at room temperature or the refrigerator. 

Freezing Instructions

Store energy bars in a freezer-friendly container for 1-2 months in the freezer. Allow the bars to thaw for about 15 minutes at room temperature before enjoying.

Learn how to make peanut butter energy bars that taste like peanut butter cookies with just 4 ingredients! 

Peanut Butter Energy Bars: this 4 ingredient energy bars recipe is quick ‘n easy and yields the best energy bars that taste like peanut butter cookies! #EnergyBars #PeanutButter #NoBake | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

So whaddya think? Are you ready to grab 3 simple ingredients and join me in making the best energy bars? I can’t wait to hear your thoughts—leave a comment below! You know I love hearing from you. ‘Til the next easy no bake adventure…

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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Peanut Butter Energy Bars: this 4 ingredient energy bars recipe is quick ‘n easy and yields the best energy bars that taste like peanut butter cookies! #EnergyBars #PeanutButter #NoBake | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com
5 from 12 votes
Servings: 18 bars

Peanut Butter Energy Bars – 4 Ingredients!

Peanut Butter Energy Bars: this 4 ingredient energy bars recipe is quick ‘n easy and yields the best energy bars that taste like peanut butter cookies!
Prep: 15 minutes
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Ingredients 

Instructions 

  • Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside.
  • Add dates and peanut butter to a food processor. This is the food processor that I use. Blend until you get a somewhat cohesive, sticky and crumbly mixture, like chunks of wet sand/dough. This will take about a minute. Scrape down the sides of the processor as needed.
  • Add in peanuts, vanilla and salt (if using). Blend until the peanuts are fully-incorporated and you get a soft, crumbly mixture, with a few small bits and pieces of peanuts still visible. It’s ready when you can pinch the mixture between your fingers and it holds together when you release it.
  • Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan. Using a rubber spatula, press down and smooth into a tightly-packed, even layer.
  • Freeze for 20-30 minutes, until very firm. Remove from freezer and slice into 18 bars. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.
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Notes

Storing Instructions:  Store in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks at room temperature or the refrigerator.
Freezing Instructions: Store in a freezer-friendly container for 1-2 months in the freezer. Allow to thaw for about 15 minutes at room temperature before enjoying.
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29 Comments

  1. Cathy says:

    These are our new favorite snack! So easy to make and SO tasty!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      That’s awesome! I love how quickly they come together, glad you enjoyed it too!

  2. Allyson Zea says:

    5 stars
    These bars are absolutely delicious!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Thanks Allyson!

  3. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says:

    5 stars
    These Peanut Butter Energy Bars would disappear in our house!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Oh I know they would! 🙂

  4. Kathryn says:

    5 stars
    These are going in my kids bags for a school snack – and I’ll be snagging one myself in the afternoons!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Haha sounds perfect!

    2. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Haha sounds like a plan Kathryn!

  5. Emily Flint says:

    5 stars
    This is exactly the recipe I was looking for, thank you!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Awesome! You’re so welcome Emily!

  6. Valerie says:

    5 stars
    I love how simple these sound to make! My oldest isn’t generally a fan of energy bars but if they taste like peanut butter cookies I know he’d love them.

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Sounds like these might be perfect for you Valerie! 😊

  7. Kushigalu says:

    5 stars
    Love peanut butter. Cant wait to try these energy bars. So delicious.

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      I can’t wait to hear what you think!

  8. Andrea Metlika says:

    5 stars
    These are a perfect snack for an energy boost during the day! Love the peanut butter flavor!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      The flavor is my favorite part! If you love PB, these are gonna be a new fave for you. 🙂

  9. Erika says:

    5 stars
    I love that these are made from scratch! How delicious! I love all things peanut butter so going to make a batch to freeze too.

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Totally homemade, and totally delicious. 😋

  10. Kathryn Donangelo says:

    5 stars
    These look so delicious and I’m always looks for new snack ideas- especially if they are healthy! Can’t wait to try these!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      They’re seriously so good, I know you’re gonna love them!