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5 Guilt-Free Bars to Satisfy Dessert Cravings

Healthy Dessert Bar Recipes

5 Guilt-Free Bars to Satisfy Dessert Cravings

Healthy Dessert Bar Recipes

Sometimes you need a little sweet treat to comfort you as Fall weather approaches. Luckily we have five tasty bar recipes for you to try that are low in calories and full of flavor. If the look of these easy-to-grab snacks doesn't entice you, the taste definitely will.

Photos: Lizzie Fuhr and Jenny Sugar

Protein-Packed Breakfast Bars

Protein-Packed Breakfast Bars

Whip up these gluten-free bars, and you'll have breakfast for a week that's filled with protein and fiber.

Photo: Jenny Sugar

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Coconut Almond Energy Bars

Coconut Almond Energy Bars

Get pumped for the day by snacking on these energy bars filled with almonds, cashews, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds. The perfect snack before or after an intense workout.

Photo: Leta Shy

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Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting

Right in time for Autumn, pumpkin cheesecake bars are a great dessert option. Even better? A single serving only contains 71 calories and two grams of fat.

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

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Pecan Pie Bars

Pecan Pie Bars

Who said you couldn't have pie while eating healthily? These decadent Paleo pecan pie bars contain no sugar — instead they are filled with all-natural ingredients.

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

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Coconut-Blueberry Cookie Bars

Coconut-Blueberry Cookie Bars

The name of this recipe alone gets our mouths watering. These Paleo-friendly bars offer 20 percent of your recommended fiber for the day.

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

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