Apricot-Walnut Cereal Bars Recipe

Name: Apricot-Walnut Cereal Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups rolled oats old-fashioned rolled; 1/2 cup walnuts chopped, about 2 ounces; 3 cups cereal unsweetened puffed-grain, such as Kashi; 2 cups apricots, dried chopped, or a mixture of dried fruits, such as cranberries, cherries, prunes...; 1/4 cup flour, all-purpose; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 12 ounces silken tofu drained (about 1 1/3 cups); 1 large eggs; 1/2 cup canola oil; 1 cup honey; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons lemon zest freshly grated

Servings: persons

3 cups rolled oats old-fashioned rolled
1/2 cup walnuts chopped, about 2 ounces
3 cups cereal unsweetened puffed-grain, such as Kashi
2 cups apricots, dried chopped, or a mixture of dried fruits, such as cranberries, cherries, prunes...
1/4 cup flour, all-purpose
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 ounces silken tofu drained (about 1 1/3 cups)
1 large eggs
1/2 cup canola oil
1 cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons lemon zest freshly grated

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Coat a large (15 1/4 by-15 1/4 inch) jellyroll-style pan with cooking spray.
3
Spread oats and walnuts on a baking sheet with sides.
4
Bake until fragrant and light golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
5
Transfer to a large bowl and add puffed cereal, dried apricots, flour and salt; stir to combine.
6
Meanwhile, puree tofu, egg, oil, honey, vanilla and lemon zest in a food processor or blender until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
7
Make a well in the center of the oat mixture; fold in the tofu mixture until combined.
8
Spread evenly in the prepared pan.
9
Bake until firm in the center and golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
10
Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into bars with a sharp knife.
11
Note: You can add 1/4 cup of chocolate chips.

875

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups rolled oats old-fashioned rolled, 1/2 cup walnuts chopped, about 2 ounces, 3 cups cereal unsweetened puffed-grain, such as Kashi, 2 cups apricots, dried chopped, or a mixture of dried fruits, such as cranberries, cherries, prunes..., and more.

Yes, Apricot-Walnut Cereal Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apricot-Walnut Cereal Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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