My husband and I are heading out for a hiking weekend. Have you ever been to Port Renfrew? There’s a few beautiful hikes. The shopping isn’t so great so I like to pack as much as I can so I can stay on track with my weight loss. These Pack & Go bars travel nicely and will work well for an on the go snack tucked away in our backpacks. They are a go-to fuel-up that checks all the boxes—protein-packed, fiber-rich, and made with whole-food ingredients you can feel good about.

Why I Love These Bars

• No-bake
• Loaded with protein and fiber
• Made with simple, real ingredients
• Freezer-friendly and travel-stable
• Customizable with what you have on hand

The Recipe

Makes: 10–12 bars | Prep time: 10 minutes + chill time

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas, mashed
• 1/3 cup nut or seed butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed)
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1/4 cup hemp hearts
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder (I used Shaklee)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup or date syrup
• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp wheat germ
• 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips (optional)
• 1–2 tbsp plant milk or water, if needed
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

I like to use Shaklee Protein Powder because it has Leucine, needed for muscle building and it is vegan.

Instructions:

1. In a food processor or large bowl, mash chickpeas until mostly smooth.
2. Add oats, flax, hemp, chia, protein powder, wheat germ, cinnamon, and salt. Stir or pulse to combine.
3. Mix in nut/seed butter, syrup, and vanilla. Add plant milk 1 tbsp at a time if needed to bring it together.
4. Stir in pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and chocolate chips (if using).
5. Press into a parchment-lined 8×8″ dish and chill for 30–60 minutes. Slice into bars OR roll into balls for easier portability.

Nutrition (Per Bar – Approximate):

• Calories: 230
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 7g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 21g
• Sugar: ~6g

My Add-In Obsession 😅

My toxic trait? I like to stuff as much nutrition into every mouthful as humanly possible.

Which is why I always end up customizing my bars based on what I have on hand—and this batch turned out too good not to share. Here’s what I added to boost flavor, texture, and nourishment:

• Chickpeas instead of white beans
• Shaklee chocolate protein powder for rich flavor
• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (zinc + crunch)
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds (calcium powerhouse)
• 2 tbsp wheat germ (for fiber, folate, and vitamin E)
• 2 tbsp chocolate chips (because balance 😉)

Travel Tips: Pack Like a Pro

These bars are soft, chewy, and delicious—but can get a bit squishy if you’re stuffing them into a hot backpack or carry-on.

• Try rolling them into energy balls instead of slicing into bars for better hold and easy snacking.
• Wrap individually in parchment or wax paper for grab-and-go ease.
• Reuse Zyia Activewear bags (or other small pouches) for sustainable storage and packing.
• Keep cool if possible—an insulated lunch bag is ideal.
• Freeze ahead for long travel days—they’ll thaw as you go.

Pin + Share It!

Want to remember this one? Save it to your snack or travel board on Pinterest. And if you make a batch, tag me @laurel.seabrook—I’d love to see your version!

Healthy doesn’t have to be boring—or complicated. These bars prove it.