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Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew Bars

Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew Bars

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Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew Bars

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Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew Bars

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  • Author: Amy MS, RD, LDN
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 Bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Raw Cashews
  • 1/2 cup Raw Almonds
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Peanuts
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cherries
  • 2 tbsp Ground Flaxseed
  • 1/8 tsp Sea Salt
  • 3 tbsp Honey
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Semi Sweet or Dark Chocolate Chips
  • 1 tsp Coconut Oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325° F. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the nuts, cherries and flaxseed and stir together with a spatula.
  3. Set a small sauce pan over medium-low heat and add the honey and maple syrup. Cook until the liquid just starts to simmer. Remove from heat.
  4. Pour the liquid mixture over the nuts and stir with a spatula to combine. Then pour the mixture into your prepared pan. Working quickly, press the mixture evenly into the pan. (It helps to place another piece of parchment paper over top to press evenly and avoid getting your hands sticky!)
  5. Place into the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes on a wire rack. Then place into the refridgerator to fully cool for 15 minutes.
  7. Just before the 15 minutes are up, make the chocolate for the bottom and deocrative topping.
  8. In a medium sized microwave safe bowl, add the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave on 25 second intervals, stirring in between each, until the chocolate is just melted.
  9. Remove the bars from the refrigerator and place parchment onto a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, slice the bars into 16 equal portions.
  10. Set a silpat out on a large sheet tray.
  11. Using an spatula or spoon, spread a thin layer of chocolate onto the bottom of each bar. Place onto the silpat. Continue with remaining bars.
  12. Using the remaining chocolate, drizzle chocolate over top of the bars for a decorative finish.
  13. Place the bars back into the refrigerator for the chocolate to fully harden. Bars will keep in an airtight container for 5-7 days. Enjoy!

Equipment

  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Bake

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Bar
  • Calories: 143
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 22mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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Crunchy Oats and Honey Granola Bars

Crunchy Oats and Honey Granola Bars

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Crunchy Oats & Honey Granola Bars

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Crunchy Oats & Honey Granola Bars

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  • Author: Amy MS, RD, LDN
  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 8 Bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

These bars are a homemade version of Nature Valley Oats ‘n Honey Bars made with wholesome oats, honey and simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups Old Fashioned Oats
  • 1/3 cup Oat Flour
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 3 tbsp Coconut Oil
  • 3 tbsp Honey
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside
  2. In a small sauce pan, add the coconut oil, honey and brown sugar. Heat on medium low until the coconut oil has melted and the brown sugar dissolves into the mixture. Remove from heat.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add the oats, oat flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.
  4. Next, pour the liquid ingredients into the bowl with the oats and stir with a spatula to combine.
  5. Pour the mixture into your prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the bars are slightly browned.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.
  • Prep Time: 8
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Snack, Bar
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Bar
  • Calories: 155
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 76mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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Nut-Free Protein Granola Bars

Nut-Free Protein Granola Bars

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Nut-Free Protein Granola Bars

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  • Author: Amy RD, LDN
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 Servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

These protein granola bars are a great snack or pre-workout boost. Plus they are nut-free!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups Old Fashioned Oats
  • 1/4 cup Oat Flour
  • 1/3 cup Protein Powder
  • 2 tbsp Flaxseed + 2 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp Mini Chocolate Chips
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a 10×4″ pan (bread/loaf pan) with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the flaxseed and water. Allow the flaxseed to soak up the water while you mix the remaining ingredients.
  3. To a large mixing bowl add the oats, oat flour, protein powder, and salt. Mix together with a wooden spoon or spatula.
  4. To a microwave safe bowl, add the coconut oil and heat on 20 second internals until melted. Then add the honey and vanilla extract and stir to mix. Then add the flaxseed water mixture and stir together.
  5. Next, pour the coconut oil mixture into the oat mixture and stir together. Add the mini chocolate chips and stir again. The mixture should resemble wet sand.
  6. Using a spatula, scoop the mixture into your prepared pan, spreading it evenly throughout the pan. Then, using your hands, the spatula or the bottom of a measuring cup press the dough firmly and evenly into the pan.
  7. Place into the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until slightly browned on top.
  8. Allow the pan to cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes. Remove the parchment paper from the pan and allow the granola bars to cool on the wire rack for another 15 minutes until fully cooled.
  9. Using a knife, cut the bars into 8 servings. Enjoy!
  10. Optional Topping:
    1. In a microwave safe bowl add 1 tbsp chocolate chips and 1/2 tsp coconut oil. Microwave on 20 second intervals until melted.
    2. Using a spoon, drizzle the melted chocolate across the tops of the bars. Allow to cool for the chocolate to set.

Equipment

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Bar
  • Calories: 207
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 83mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 3mg

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