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fruit bars

Deliciously Chewy Fruit Bars with No Added Sugar

These fruit bars are an easy, healthy snack with no added sugar, perfect for cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Soft Apricots Ensure they are soft for easy blending.
  • 1 cup Pitted Dates Essential for binding; do not substitute.
  • 1 cup Cashew Nuts Can be swapped with almonds or sunflower seeds.
Optional Structure
  • 4 sheets Wafers Optional but recommended for easier handling.
Plum Variation
  • 1 cup Soft Plums Provides a sweet taste.
  • 1/2 cup Cranberries Adds tartness.

Equipment

  • High-performance blender
  • baking pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Line a 25 cm x 20 cm baking pan with cling film.
  2. Add cashew nuts to the blender and blend until crumbly.
  3. Blend soft apricots and pitted dates until smooth, or use plums and cranberries for variation.
  4. Spread blended mixture into the baking pan and press down firmly.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  6. Remove from pan using cling film and slice into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Can be frozen for up to three months.

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