No-Bake Chewy Fruit And Nut Bars Recipe

Name: No-Bake Chewy Fruit And Nut Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups puffed brown rice cereal*; 1 cup dried tart cherries; 1 cup whole roasted unsalted or raw almonds; 2/3 cup chopped dried apricots; 1/4 cup finely chopped bittersweet chocolate; About 2 tbsp. butter; 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar; 1/2 cup brown rice syrup*; 1/4 cup creamy almond butter; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1
Line an 8-in. square pan with foil. Butter foil. In a large bowl, stir together cereal, cherries, almonds, apricots, and chocolate.
2
Combine 2 tbsp. butter, the sugar, syrup, almond butter, and salt in a small saucepan and cook, stirring, over medium heat until butter melts and mixture is smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent scorching. Immediately pour bubbling mixture over cereal mixture and stir until well combined.
3
Press mixture firmly into prepared pan, using lightly buttered hands. Chill until firm, about 1 hour. Tip out of pan onto a work surface and peel off foil. Using a sharp buttered knife, quarter mixture and then cut each quarter into 5 bars.
4
*Find at natural-foods stores and Whole Foods Market.
5
Make ahead: Up to 1 week, chilled airtight between layers of waxed paper.

742

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups puffed brown rice cereal*, 1 cup dried tart cherries, 1 cup whole roasted unsalted or raw almonds, 2/3 cup chopped dried apricots, and more.

Yes, No-Bake Chewy Fruit And Nut 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.

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No-Bake Chewy Fruit And Nut Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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