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Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars

Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars – A Guilt-Free Snack Delight

Delicious no-bake Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars made with wholesome ingredients for a guilt-free snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats opt for rolled or old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates soak in warm water for 10 minutes if dry
  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios substitute with almonds or walnuts if desired
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries unsweetened cranberries are best
For Binding
  • 1 cup Chia Seeds can swap with flaxseeds if preferred
  • 1/2 cup Nut/Seed Butter (Almond Butter) any nut or seed butter may be used
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup use maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for flavor depth
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt to balance sweetness

Equipment

  • food processor
  • 8X8-inch Baking Pan
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Process the Oats: In a food processor, pulse the rolled oats until coarse flour, about 30 seconds.
  2. Blend the Mixture: Add Medjool dates, shelled pistachios, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, chia seeds, and salt. Blend for 1-2 minutes until sticky.
  3. Fold in the Cranberries: Gently fold in dried cranberries with a spatula.
  4. Prepare the Baking Pan: Line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper. Pour in the mixture and press down firmly.
  5. Chill for Firmness: Refrigerate for 1-2 hours to firm up.
  6. Slice and Serve: Lift the mixture out and slice into bars as desired.
  7. Add Optional Toppings: Optional to drizzle melted dark chocolate or sprinkle chopped pistachios before chilling.
  8. Store for Freshness: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days or freeze for longer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These bars are packed with nutritious ingredients, perfect for any snack craving.

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