Looking for snack ideas to fill those lunch bags with?  These oat and nut energy bars will definitely fit the bill. They check off so many boxes (everyone will be happy with these!).  They are packed with goodness (nutritious, check) and they are naturally sweetened (no processed sugar, check), who does’t love an excuse to add maple syrup to something?? Most importantly they are just so delicious (kiddo approved, check)…a batch of these are short lived at my house!  If you are looking for a recess snack, an after school munchie or an energy source for before or after the gym these are perfect at home or on the go! 

Nuts and seeds provide a good source of protein which helps your body repair cells and make new ones.  Almonds, flax, sesame, sunflower, and pumpkin seeds are great sources of omega 6 which is great for heart and brain health. They also are good sources of calcium, magnesium, and folate.  Dates and cranberries are good natural sweeteners that also have be benefit of vitamins and minerals.

With all that said (as if I needed so sell you on these!) you will not even be thinking about how much better these goodie are for you than the pre-packaged ones when you take your first ooey gooey bite. I like to wrap mine in waxed paper, they just look too cute, but wrap and store however  you like to maintain freshness.  These won’t last long though guaranteed!  Give these a whirl and you will be thinking up your own additions for the next batch. A perfect snack for the whole family to enjoy, nourished purely.

Sue xo