Description
Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars are a healthy snack option offered with a delightful flavor blend, suitable for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted (about 10–12)
- ½ cup shelled pistachios
- ½ cup dried cranberries (unsweetened preferred)
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons almond butter (or other nut/seed butter)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- To kick off this delicious journey, grab your food processor and add the rolled oats. Pulse them until they transform into a coarse flour-like consistency.
- Next, throw in the pitted Medjool dates, shelled pistachios, almond butter, honey, vanilla extract, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Blend the mixture until it reaches a sticky consistency that clumps nicely together.
- For a delightful pop of sweetness and texture, gently fold in the dried cranberries. Pulse just a couple of times to incorporate them without turning them into mush.
- Line your 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper for easy removal, then pour the mixture into the pan. Spread it evenly, pressing down firmly to create a compact layer. Pop the pan in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours until the mixture firms up.
- After chilling, lift the mixture out of the pan using the overhanging parchment paper. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into bars or squares as desired.
Notes
Store the bars in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 10 days; alternatively, freeze them for long-term storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Protein: 5 g