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Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars

Nutty Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars for Healthy Snacking

Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars combine a satisfying crunch with chewy sweetness, offering a healthy snacking option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Health
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Raw Pistachios or substitute with almonds or walnuts
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries or substitute with cherries or raisins
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats certified gluten-free if needed
  • 1/4 cup Chia Seeds or substitute with ground flaxseeds
For the Binding
  • 1/2 cup Honey or Maple Syrup maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Almond Butter or substitute with peanut butter or seed butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional, or substitute with almond extract
For Flavor and Texture
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon optional, or substitute with nutmeg or pumpkin spice
  • as needed tablespoons Water to adjust mixture consistency

Equipment

  • oven
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Chop raw pistachios in a food processor until coarsely chopped and transfer to a mixing bowl.
  3. Mix diced pistachios with dried cranberries, rolled oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together almond butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt until smooth.
  5. Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients until well mixed, adding water if necessary for consistency.
  6. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Allow the bars to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then lift out and slice into desired shapes.
  9. Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for longer storage.

Notes

These bars are customizable by swapping nuts and dried fruits based on preference. Experiment with flavors for a unique touch.