These fruit and nut bars are just like Larabars. Full of dried fruit, seeds and nuts.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
chill time2 hourshrs
Total Time2 hourshrs15 minutesmins
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Keyword: gluten-free, snack bar
Servings: 24servings
Calories: 134kcal
Author: Trish | The In Fine Balance Food Blog
Ingredients
2cupsalmondsraw, skin on
1cupdatespited
¾cupdried apricots
½cupdried plums or prunes
½cupdried cranberries
¼cupgoji berries
1cupunsweetened coconutshredded, unsweetened, coconut (fine, medium or large flake is fine)
½teaspoonsalt
juice from one lemon
zest from one lemon
Instructions
In a food processor, pulse almonds into a fine powder.
Add remaining ingredients and pulse until well blended and it starts to come together. Your food processor may want to wobble across the counter while it does this. Use the pulse function to avoid overheating the motor.
Line a square baking dish with wax or parchment paper. Leave the paper to hang over at least 2 sides so you can use it pull the bars out later. Press the mixture evenly into the pan. Use your fingers, I find it helps to dampen them slightly with water or use the back of a small measuring cup to help press the mixture firmly into the dish. Chill in the fridge for several hours or overnight.
Remove from the baking dish and cut into squares. Store the fridge for about 1 week or keep in the freezer for several months.
Notes
Feel free to mix up the flavours here and use your favourite combination of dried fruits.