Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars
Delightful chewy bars that balance the nutty taste of pistachios with the tartness of cranberries, perfect for a healthy snack any time of the day.
Servings: 10 bars
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 150 g rolled oats (1 ½ cups)
- 150 g Medjool dates, pitted (about 10-12 dates)
- 70 g shelled pistachios (½ cup)
- 70 g dried cranberries (¾ cup)
- 30 g chia seeds (3 tablespoons)
- 30 g honey or maple syrup (2 tablespoons)
- 30 g almond butter (2 tablespoons)
- 5 ml vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Add the rolled oats to a food processor and pulse until they form a coarse flour.
- Add the pitted dates, shelled pistachios, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt to the food processor. Blend until the mixture becomes sticky and clumps together.
- Toss in the dried cranberries and pulse a few times to keep some texture.
- Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the pan.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours until firm.
- Lift the bars out using the parchment paper and slice into bars or squares.
Notes
For an extra treat, drizzle with dark chocolate or sprinkle with chopped pistachios before chilling. These bars can be served as a healthy snack, packed in lunches, or offered at gatherings. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.