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Blueberry Vanilla Cashew Snack Bars

Blueberry Vanilla Cashew Snack Bars for a Guilt-Free Treat

Enjoy these Blueberry Vanilla Cashew Snack Bars, a delightful fusion of crunchy cashews, creamy almonds, and sweet-tart dried blueberries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 10 bars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cashews Provides healthy fats and a creamy texture; substitute with peanuts for a different flavor.
  • 1 cup Almonds Adds crunch and nutty taste; swap with any nut you prefer for a custom mix.
  • 1 cup Dried Blueberries Offers natural sweetness and chewiness; can be replaced with cranberries or raisins.
  • 1/2 cup Almond Meal Adds moisture and structure; can be substituted with oat flour for a unique texture.
For Binding and Flavor
  • 1 tbsp Ground Flaxseed Contributes nutritional fiber and helps bind; chia seeds or hemp hearts can be used as alternatives.
  • 1/4 tsp Pink Salt Enhances flavor without overpowering sweetness; standard salt works in its place.
  • 2 pcs Vanilla Beans Imparts rich vanilla flavor; use 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract for simplicity.
  • 1/3 cup Brown Rice Syrup Acts as a binder to hold the bars together; light corn syrup can be an alternative if needed.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking pan
  • parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped cashews, almonds, dried blueberries, almond meal, and ground flaxseed. Fold in the vanilla beans and a pinch of pink salt.
  3. Pour in the brown rice syrup over the dry mixture. Mix everything together thoroughly until sticky but well combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press evenly into all corners.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges start to pull away from the sides.
  6. Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes before transferring to the refrigerator to set for an hour.
  7. Lift the bars out using the parchment paper, slice into 10 even bars, and wrap individually for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Chop your nuts before measuring for the right amount, and avoid over-baking to retain chewy texture.

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