Healthy Date Nut Bars Recipes 

This Date Nut Bars Recipe healthy breakfast bar recipe low in sugar. These homemade date bars are the perfect snacking bar for busy folks! 

Imagine a bar loaded with walnuts and Medjool dates with just a hint of sugar held together by a delicious gooey rolled oats and creamy peanut butter mixture.

These bars were my attempt at making a breakfast on-the-go bar to live a little bit healthier. However, I ate half of the tray before they even had a chance to cool down, so them being low sugar made little difference in the end. But hey, at least I can assume you that they are delicious. But my inability to resist baked good aside … they do make a healthy morning breakfast bar or something to quickly scarf down in-between meetings at work. 

I found that these bars are the perfect treat when you are craving a sweet something or another, but don’t want to end up in a sugar coma. It’s a very quick recipe so you can make these date nut bars the night before or in morning before heading to the office (if you have an extra 20-25 minutes on your hands). Then you are good to go!

However, if you are looking for a proper sweet dessert with dates, I highly recommend my hemp seed date cookies. 

The Nuts in Date Nut Bar: 

I used walnuts in this recipe but you can also use pecans. 

Ingredient Spotlight: Old Fashioned Rolled Oats

Old fashioned rolled oats are the backbone of these soft, healthy date bars. Unlike quick oats or instant oats, rolled oats hold their shape during baking and add a satisfying, hearty texture. They absorb just the right amount of moisture, helping the bars stay soft but not mushy.

If you’re looking for more easy and delicious recipes using old fashioned rolled oats, I’ve got you covered. My Crock Pot Oatmeal with Apples and Cinnamon is a cozy, nourishing slow-cooker breakfast perfect for busy mornings. For a no-bake option, try my Chocolate Oatmeal No Bake Cookies—they’re chewy, chocolaty, and don’t require an oven. And if you’re in the mood for classic comfort, my Best Oatmeal Cookies with Craisins are soft, chewy, and a great way to use pantry staples.

Storage Instructions 

To store your date nut bars, let them cool completely, then transfer them to an airtight container. They’ll keep at room temperature for up to 4 days, making them perfect for grab-and-go breakfasts or mid-afternoon snacks. If you’d like them to last longer, store them in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. 

For even longer storage, these bars freeze beautifully. Just place them in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze individually, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. When you’re ready to enjoy one, let it thaw at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or pop it in the fridge overnight. 

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