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Raw Cranberry Energy Bars

Raw Cranberry Energy Bars for a Guilt-Free Snack Boost

Enjoy these Raw Cranberry Energy Bars, a quick, no-bake snack packed with nutrients and customizable flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Can substitute with quick oats, but texture may differ.
  • 1 cup Almond Butter Substitute with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter for nut-free bars.
  • 1/3 cup Honey/Maple Syrup Adjust quantity for desired sweetness level.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Substitute with other dried fruits like apricots or figs.
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Sunflower Seeds Replace with pumpkin seeds or other seeds based on preference.
  • 1/4 cup Chia Seeds Can be swapped with ground flaxseeds for a similar effect.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Optional for those reducing sodium intake.
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Substitute with almond extract for a different twist.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Blend almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
  5. Press Mixture: Transfer to the prepared baking dish and press down evenly.
  6. Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Slice Bars: Lift the mixture out of the dish using the parchment overhang and slice into bar sizes.
  8. Store: Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These bars are fully customizable; consider adding different nuts or dried fruits as desired.

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