Fruit and Nut Bars
These Homemade Fruit and Nut Bars are packed with nutritious ingredients, offering a perfect balance of sweet and crunchy in every bite.
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