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Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars

Delicious Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars for Energizing Snacking

These Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars are a healthy, no-bake snack option that is both sweet and savory, perfect for energizing your day.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Avoid quick or steel-cut oats.
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates Soak dried dates in warm water for 10 minutes for softening.
  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios Can substitute with other nuts or seeds.
For Texture & Nutrition
  • 1 cup Chia Seeds Can swap for other seeds.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Opt for unsweetened versions.
For Creaminess & Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Almond Butter Substitute with your favorite nut or seed butter.
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Replace honey with maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • 8x8 inch pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pulse rolled oats in a food processor until they reach a coarse flour-like consistency, about 20-30 seconds.
  2. Add softened Medjool dates, shelled pistachios, almond butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, chia seeds, and salt. Blend for 1-2 minutes until sticky and clumping.
  3. Gently fold in dried cranberries using a spatula, maintaining some chunks.
  4. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper. Transfer mixture to the pan, pressing down firmly, about half an inch thick.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours until firm and easy to slice.
  6. Remove from the pan and slice into squares or bars. Optionally drizzle with melted dark chocolate or top with extra pistachios.
  7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars are a quick and healthy snack option, perfect for meal prep and on-the-go eating.

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