Can’t wait to try! I have made lactation cookies but wanted a healthier treat. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. The only unusual ingredient in them is brewers yeast which can be easily left out or substituted with more ground flax. Bahaha same girl, I never thought I’d be sharing lactation recipes! They won’t cause you to lactate either. Maybe dates? I used 3 cups of muesli and some shredded coconut. If you have a Whole Foods near you they should carry it! To an 8x8 baking dish… I like to use a pastry roller to get them super flat on top and that compresses everything together which helps them bind better. Even if you’re not pregnant or lactating, I promise you will love these! In need of a quick bite to eat while you are breast feeding or just to prepare ahead for snacks for the week? I love the idea of lactation cookies that are EASY – no … I’m Sarah and this is where I share my journey creating simple and seasonal plant-based recipes. When I had my son I was hungry 24/7 and eating with a baby in your hands while breast feeding can be a difficult task! Add in chocolate chips and mix in with a spoon or spatula. My son and I have been enjoying them for snacks already! Where do you find your brewer’s yeast?? Just the oats would be too bland and I don’t have craisins like I did for the cookies. To an 8x8 baking dish, lined with parchment paper add the mixture. In a large bowl, combine rice cereal, oats, ground flax seed, brewers yeast and salt. But, I can deal with 1/4 cup or less. You could use more honey but it’s likely an issue of how well they are packed down into the dish before you refrigerate them. Remove and cut into squares. The bars are no-bake so they come together quickly. Combine the remaining ingredients (minus the chocolate) in a large bowl. Refrigerate for a few hours to set, then slice into bars and enjoy. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container (with parchment paper in between to prevent sticking) for up to 4 days at room temperature or up to 3 months frozen. In a bowl, add all ingredients except the chocolate chips. The bars are cooling in the fridge. Pulse then blend, scraping as needed until the mixture is completely combined and smooth. Pour the honey mixture over top and stir to combine. In a large food processor or high speed blender add all ingredients, except the chocolate chips. ), these bars are make with ingredients you would consume whether or not your lactating, so don’t fret! Super tasty! What I did have was whole grain muesli. 30 minutes later, slice and enjoy… Add the chocolate chips last (I recommend freezing them for 10-15 minutes prior to prevent melting) and stir together. Well, I don’t have puffed rice only rice krispies, but I do have quick oats. No-Bake Lactation Granola Bars- made with nourishing ingredients like oatmeal, ground flax seed, almond butter and brewers yeast, these granola bars are a delicious way for mamas to help boost their milk supply! Stir together then set aside. In a large food processor or high speed blender add all ingredients, except the chocolate chips. First, melt the honey and almond butter together in a saucepan. Check out these No-Bake Lactation Bars, perfect for momma or a kid-friendly snack. Fold together until evenly combined. Fold in chocolate chips. The first lactation recipe I made with it, it called for 1/2 of a cup… and I thought it tasted gross! I recommend freezing the chocolate chips for 10-15 minutes prior to adding to the recipe to help prevent melting since the honey and almond butter will still be slightly warm. Instructions In a mixing bowl combine the oats, chopped walnuts, flaxseed, and brewer's yeast. Made with nourishing ingredients like oatmeal, ground flax seed, and brewers yeast, these granola bars are a delicious way for mamas to help boost their milk supply! In a small saucepan, melt together the almond butter and honey over medium-low heat. Site created by, Nutrition Workshops for Kids and Families. Well you can officially mark this down as recipes that I never thought I’d be sharing on the blog. Line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper. These yummy no-bake lactation bites are perfect for a nursing mom or anyone who needs a healthy, hearty, handy boost of energy! Spent today prepping freezer meals/snacks before our baby comes and made these granola bars – I snuck a taste and they are so good! They’re simply meant to be a nutritious snack for anyone to enjoy. I’m planning to pack some in my hospital bag :) Thank you for this recipe! I may have called them No-Bake Lactation Bars but they are good for just anyone and everyone. Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit and grease a 9 x 13 inch pan Even though you can prep and freeze these bars ahead of time (like I did), you don’t really need to because they are so quick and easy to make! Transfer the mixture to a lined 8 x 8″ dish and press down until an even layer is formed. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight, until set. Totally going to make a batch of these to freeze come March!! My hubby always jokes that if he eats them he will lactate (funny but not physically possible! Once they are completely cooled and set, use a sharp knife to cut into bars. They are just delicious and packed with nutrition!