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Cinnamon Cranberry Energy Bars Recipe

Cinnamon Cranberry Energy Bars Recipe
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These Cinnamon Cranberry Energy Bars are a wholesome and delicious snack perfect for on-the-go energy boosts. Packed with oats, dried cranberries, nuts, and a hint of warm cinnamon, these bars combine natural sweetness and satisfying crunch in every bite. Easy to prepare and no-bake, they make a healthy treat suitable for breakfast or a quick snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1½ cups rolled oats
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup chopped almonds or walnuts
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
  • ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to make removal easier.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, dried cranberries, chopped nuts, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly distributed.
  3. Warm Wet Ingredients: In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm the almond butter and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the warm wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are fully coated and the mixture is sticky and well combined.
  5. Press Into Pan: Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Use the back of a spoon or your hands to press it firmly into an even layer to ensure the bars hold together.
  6. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour or until the mixture is firm enough to cut.
  7. Slice and Store: Once set, lift the mixture out using the parchment paper and cut into 10 evenly sized bars. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter and use seeds instead of nuts.
  • You can replace honey with maple syrup to make the recipe vegan-friendly.
  • Press the mixture firmly to help the bars hold together better.
  • If the mixture is too sticky, refrigerate it for a few minutes before pressing.
  • Feel free to add chia seeds or flax seeds for extra fiber and nutrients.

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