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No-Bake Oat Bars with Nuts & Cranberries
Melissa Andrew

No-Bake Oat Bars

No-Bake Oat Bars with Nuts & Cranberries
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 Bars
Course: Snack
Cuisine: International
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rolled oats 180 g
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds 70 g
  • 1/2 cup chopped peanuts 70 g
  • 1/3 cup sunflower seeds 40 g
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds 40 g
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries 75 g
  • 1/3 cup honey 80 ml
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter 120 g
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil 30 ml
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract 5 ml
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later
  2. Add rolled oats, chopped almonds, peanuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries to a large mixing bowl
  3. Mix all dry ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution
  4. In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil
  5. Heat the mixture on low heat, stirring continuously until smooth and fully melted
  6. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt
  7. Pour the warm mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl
  8. Use a spatula to mix everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated
  9. Ensure no dry pockets remain and mixture looks sticky and combined
  10. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan
  11. Press it down firmly using the back of a spoon or flat surface
  12. Compact the mixture tightly to help the bars hold shape after chilling
  13. Smooth out the top evenly for a clean finish
  14. Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours
  15. Once fully set, remove from the pan using parchment paper
  16. Place on a cutting board and slice into rectangular bars
  17. Store immediately or serve fresh

Notes

  • Protein: 6 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 60 mg