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These homemade Fruit and Nut Bars are packed with nutritious ingredients, offering a perfect balance of sweet and crunchy in every bite. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, a midday snack, or a healthier treat, these homemade bars are sure to satisfy your cravings and keep you energized throughout the day.

Healthy nut bar recipe on parchment paper.

These homemade snack bars are inspired by KIND Nut Bars that we all love. But these nut bars are way more affordable. In less than an hour, you can make a this nut bar recipe that tastes amazing and keeps well.

If you want more healthy recipes, try my Blueberry Oatmeal Bake.

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Why You’ll Love This Easy Nut Bar Recipe

  • Nutritious and Delicious: These bars are loaded with fruits, nuts, and seeds, providing a wealth of nutrients and natural sweetness.
  • Easy to Make: Simple and straightforward, this recipe can be whipped up in no time, making it ideal for busy lifestyles.
  • Customizable: You can easily switch up the ingredients to suit your tastes or dietary needs.
  • Perfect On-the-Go Snack: These bars are perfect for packing in lunchboxes, gym bags, or for a quick snack on the run.

Fruit and Nut Bar Ingredients

Ingredients needed for homemade kind nut bars.
  • Nuts – Use half whole nuts and half chopped nuts for texture. Choose your favorite or use a combination of cashews, walnuts, pecans, almonds, macadamia nuts, etc.
  • Dried Cranberries – You can use any dried fruit such as raisins, golden raisins, dates, coconut, etc. Cut larger fruit into smaller pieces.
  • Seeds –  Add sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds (pepitas), sesame seeds and flaxseeds.
  • Salt – A touch of salt makes these perfectly snackable. 
  • Honey – You can also substitute pure maple syrup if desired. 
  • Vanilla Extract – Vanilla extract enhances the flavor of all the other ingredients.

Ingredient Substitutions ad Variations

  • Nut Alternatives: Use walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts in place of almonds and cashews.
  • Dried Fruits: Substitute with raisins, dried cherries, or dried blueberries.
  • Seeds: Add chia seeds or flaxseeds for additional nutrition.
  • Sweeteners: Replace honey or maple syrup with agave nectar or brown rice syrup.

How To Make Fruit and Nut Bars

Nuts and seeds combined with honey mixture in a bowl.
Step 1: Combine. Place all the ingredients into a large bowl. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Nuts and seeds combined with honey mixture in a bowl.
Step 2: Mix. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until they are well coated with the honey.
Seed and nut mixture in a parchment lined tray.
Step 3: Transfer to pan. Spray pan with baking spray and line an 8” square baking pan with parchment paper. Transfer the mixture to the baking pan.
A spatula presses the healthy nut bar recipe into a pan.
Step 4: Press down:  With the help of the spatula, flatten the nuts down in one layer by firmly pressing on them.

Step 5: Bake the nut and seed bars. Bake anywhere between 30-40 minutes until the nuts start to brown a little. They will have a nice deep golden-brown color.

Step 6: Cool and cut. Cool the bars in the pan completely. For about 2-3 hrs. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into 12 bars.

Step 7: Wrap and store. Wrap each bar individually in parchment paper. Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.

Tips To Make the Best Homemade Snack Bars

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Ensure your nuts and seeds are fresh to maintain the best flavor and texture.
  • Press Firmly: Press the mixture firmly into the baking dish to ensure the bars hold together well.
  • Cool Properly: Allow enough time for the bars to chill and set before cutting.
  • Cut Evenly: Use a sharp knife to cut the bars into even pieces for a professional look.
  • Store Correctly: Store the bars in an airtight container to keep them fresh for longer. If your home is too hot, store them in the refridgerator.
The best homemade KIND nut bars cut into individual bars.

What to Serve with Homemade Fruit and Nut Bars

  • Yogurt: Pair with a cup of Greek yogurt for a balanced breakfast or snack.
  • Fruit: Serve with fresh fruit slices for added flavor and nutrition.
  • Smoothies: Enjoy alongside a refreshing smoothie for a complete, on-the-go meal.
  • Tea or Coffee: Perfect with a warm cup of tea or coffee for a delightful snack break.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I store this nut bar recipe?

Store these nut bars in the fridge, especially if you live in warmer climates. They will keep for at least a week or longer.

Can I freeze nut bars?

You can but I personally do not like freezing these nut bars. I do not like the texture after freezing them.

Can I make these bars gluten-free?

Yes, ensure all your ingredients, especially the dried fruits and sweeteners, are certified gluten-free.

A hand picks up a seed and nut bar.

More Nutritious Snack Recipes

Our Fruit and Nut Bars are a delicious snack that you can enjoy anytime. Easy to make and fully customizable, these bars are packed with nutrients and flavor. Try this recipe today and enjoy a tasty, nutritious treat that will keep you energized throughout the day.

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Healthy nut bar recipe on parchment paper.
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5 from 17 votes

Fruit and Nut Bars

By: Mariam Ezzeddine
These Homemade Fruit and Nut Bars are packed with nutritious ingredients, offering a perfect balance of sweet and crunchy in every bite.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Cooling Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup whole nuts, I used use cashews, walnuts, pecans, almonds, macadamia nuts.
  • 1 cup chopped nuts , I used cashews, walnuts, pecans, almonds, macadamia nuts.
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup sunflower seeds
  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
  • ¼ cup sesame seeds
  • 1 Tbsp flaxseeds
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray with cooking spray and line an 8” square baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Place all the ingredients into a large bowl and mix them thoroughly.
  • Transfer the mixture to the baking pan. With the help of the spatula flatten the nuts down in one layer by firmly pressing on them.
  • Bake anywhere from 30-40 minutes until the nuts start to brown a little. They will have a nice deep golden-brown color.
  • Cool the bars in the pan completely. For about 2-3 hrs. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into 12 bars.
  • Wrap each bar individually in parchment paper. Store in the refrigerator for 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Ensure your nuts and seeds are fresh to maintain the best flavor and texture.
  • Press Firmly: Press the mixture firmly into the baking dish to ensure the bars hold together well.
  • Cool Properly: Allow enough time for the bars to chill and set before cutting.
  • Cut Evenly: Use a sharp knife to cut the bars into even pieces for a professional look.
  • Store Correctly: Store the bars in an airtight container to keep them fresh for longer. If your home is too hot, store them in the refridgerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 176mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 2mg
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19 Comments

  1. Can’t wait to make this recipe! Am I able to chop all the nuts or do I have to have some whole? Thanks 🙂

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  2. 5 stars
    Excellent!! I can’t stay out of them! Be sure to let cool completely before cutting. I plan to give these at Christmas.

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