Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds, pulsed or roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 cups quick 1-minute oats, uncooked
- 1 cup dried cranberries, dried tart cherries, chocolate chips, or other dried fruits or nuts
- 1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup almond butter or nut butter of choice
- 2 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Place the almonds, oats, and your choice of dried fruits or mix-ins in a medium-sized bowl and stir to combine evenly.
- Heat Wet Ingredients: In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm the honey, coconut oil, and almond butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Stir frequently to avoid burning.
- Mix Together: Pour the warmed almond butter mixture over the oat and almond mixture. Stir thoroughly until all dry ingredients are evenly coated.
- Prepare for Setting: Transfer the mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish. Press and flatten into an even 1-inch thick square using the back of a spatula or your hands.
- Chill to Set: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or for at least 2-3 hours to allow the bars to firm up.
- Cut and Store: Once set, remove from the fridge and cut into 8 servings. Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage. Let frozen bars soften on the counter for 10 minutes before eating.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter with other nut butters such as peanut or cashew butter.
- Choose your preferred sweetener: honey or maple syrup work well.
- Feel free to customize mix-ins with different dried fruits, nuts, or even chocolate chips.
- For longer storage, freeze the bars and thaw before eating for best texture.
- If you prefer softer bars, reduce chilling time slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
