Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars
Delicious and nutritious homemade snack bars made with pistachios, cranberries, and chia seeds, perfect for breakfast or as a post-workout boost.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cup shelled pistachios
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries, unsweetened
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped Use fresh dates for best flavor.
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey Agave syrup can be used for a vegan option.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and premeasure everything.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, shelled pistachios, dried cranberries, chia seeds, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped dates and maple syrup, blending them into a thick paste.
- Pour the date mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until fully coated.
Baking
- Transfer the mixture to the lined baking dish and press it firmly into an even layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on the edges.
Cooling and Serving
- Let the bars cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into bars or squares.
Notes
Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week or refrigerate for up to two weeks. Wrap individually to freeze for up to three months.