No-Bake Fruit And Nut Breakfast Bars

Andrea Potischman | Feb 13, 2024

Rise and shine to the goodness of whole grain fruit and nut breakfast bars, a delicious energy booster, that’s both wholesome and incredibly easy to prepare. These no-bake, dairy-free bars are a treasure trove of natural goodness, combining various, readily available nutritious ingredients for a breakfast bar that fuels your day.

Dried apricots, cherries, golden raisins, and dates come together in perfect harmony, offering a symphony of flavors and a burst of natural sweetness. Almonds and sunflower seeds provide a satisfying crunch and a boost of protein.  Almond butter and honey help bind everything together with a creamy, luscious texture that complements the hearty whole grains within.

These bars are a busy person’s best friend. With no baking involved, they can be whipped up in a matter of minutes, offering a hassle-free breakfast, or snack option, for those on the go. Packed with energy-sustaining ingredients, they keep you fueled and focused throughout the day.

Embrace the ease of these healthy fruit and nut breakfast bars and savor the grab-and-go aspect for those busy mornings.  Whether enjoyed with a steaming cup of coffee or tucked into your bag for a mid-morning pick-me-up, these bars are a delicious testament to the power of whole foods. January is a long month and most of us like to start the new year with a few new health goals. So go ahead and start your day off right with a little bit of wholesome, homemade goodness.

No-Bake Fruit + Nut Breakfast Bars

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Servings:

12

Prep:

15 minutes

Cook:

5 minutes

Total:

20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pitted dried dates
• 1/4 cup smooth almond butter
• 1/4 cup local honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup roasted unsalted almonds, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup whole grain extra wide rolled oats
• 1/4 cup dried apricots, roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup dried cherries, roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup golden raisins
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds

Directions:

1. Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper leaving an overhang on all sides. Lightly oil and set aside.
2. In a food processor, chop the dates and transfer to a medium-size mixing bowl.
3. In a small saucepan add the almond butter, honey and vanilla and place over low heat. Stir the mixture occasionally, until combined and slightly warm, about 1 minute. Add to the dates and mix well to combine.
4. Fold in the almonds, oats, apricots, cherries, raisins and sunflower seeds and blend. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press the mixture using your hands or a small glass jar. Place in the freezer to set for 30 minutes. Slice into 12 bars. Store in the refrigerator.