Cranberry Almond Breakfast Bars Recipe
Delicious and nutritious Cranberry Almond Breakfast Bars made with wholesome rolled oats, almond butter, dried cranberries, and chopped almonds. These bars are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, perfect for a healthy grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 10 bars 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent the bars from sticking after baking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mix the rolled oats, almond butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is evenly moistened and combined.
- Add the Mix-Ins: Gently fold in the dried cranberries and chopped almonds, ensuring they are evenly dispersed throughout the mixture.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or your hands to press the mixture down firmly so it holds together well when baked.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the top edges turn golden brown, indicating the bars are set.
- Cool and Cut: Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, lift out the parchment paper and slice into approximately 10 bars for serving.
Notes
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Feel free to substitute dried cranberries with other dried fruits like raisins or chopped dates.
- The bars can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw before eating.
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