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chewy, no-bake granola bars, these granola bars are the perfect fuel for busy days or to bring along on your next outdoor adventure; gluten-free, vegan, peanut-free

Chewy, No-Bake Granola Bars

These chewy, no-bake granola bars offer the perfect combination of convenience, nutrition, and taste. Plus they are gluten-free, vegan, and peanut-free, making them suitable for a variety of diets.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigerate 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh Medjool dates, pitted
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup almond butter
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ cup plain almonds, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup roasted, salted pumpkin seeds
  • 1 cup gluten-free oats
  • ¼ cup dried cherries

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper.
  2. Place dates in a food processor and process until a sticky ball starts to form. You may need to stop and scrape the sides down a couple of times.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine maple syrup, almond butter, and salt.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine dates, almonds, pumpkin seeds, oats, and dried cherries. Pour over the almond butter and maple syrup mixture and stir until well mixed.
  5. Transfer mixture to the lined pan. Press down firmly with the back of a spatula until compacted. Transfer to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Cut into bars.
  6. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freeze.