Ultimate Nut Bars by @cuisinovia

1h
Medium

16 servings

🌾

190 g

Whole Oats

🌰

140 g

Raw Almonds

🥥

53 g

Desiccated Coconut

🍑

180 g

Dried Apricots

🍬

59 g

Soft Brown Sugar

🍁

71 ml

Maple Syrup

🫒

71 ml

Olive Oil

💧

42 ml

Water

🧂

1.2 g

Salt

🌻

59 g

Sunflower Seeds

🎃

59 g

Pumpkin Seeds

🌱

36 g

Chia Seeds

🍇

83 g

Dried Cranberries

Preparation Steps

  1. Step 1/18

    Preheat the oven to 175°C fan (350°F).

  2. Step 2/18

    Spread the whole oats, raw almonds, and desiccated coconut evenly in the shallow baking pan.

    whole oats
    raw almonds
    desiccated coconut
    🍳shallow baking pan

  3. Step 3/18

    Toast the oat mixture in the oven for 12–15 minutes, stirring once if needed to prevent uneven browning.

    whole oats
    raw almonds
    desiccated coconut
    🍳shallow baking pan
    🥄spatula

  4. Step 4/18

    Reduce the oven temperature to 160°C fan (320°F).

  5. Step 5/18

    Blend the dried apricots, soft brown sugar, maple syrup, olive oil, water, and salt until a thick jam-like paste forms.

    dried apricots
    soft brown sugar
    maple syrup
    olive oil
    water
    salt
    🧪measuring jug
    🥄measuring spoons

  6. Step 6/18

    Transfer the apricot paste to the large mixing bowl.

    🥣large mixing bowl
    🥄spatula

  7. Step 7/18

    Add the toasted whole oats, raw almonds, and desiccated coconut to the apricot paste.

    whole oats
    raw almonds
    desiccated coconut
    🥣large mixing bowl
    🥄spatula

  8. Step 8/18

    Mix until the toasted ingredients are thoroughly coated with the apricot paste.

    🥣large mixing bowl
    🥄spatula

  9. Step 9/18

    Add the sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds to the bowl.

    sunflower seeds
    pumpkin seeds
    chia seeds
    🥣large mixing bowl

  10. Step 10/18

    Stir the mixture until the seeds are evenly distributed.

    🥣large mixing bowl
    🥄spatula

  11. Step 11/18

    Add the dried cranberries or raisins and fold them evenly through the mixture.

    dried cranberries or raisins
    🥣large mixing bowl
    🥄spatula

  12. Step 12/18

    Line the 22 cm square baking pan with baking paper.

    🟫22 cm square baking pan
    📜baking paper

  13. Step 13/18

    Transfer the mixture into the lined pan and spread it into an even layer.

    🟫22 cm square baking pan
    🥄spatula

  14. Step 14/18

    Wet your palms and firmly press the mixture into all corners of the pan.

    water
    🟫22 cm square baking pan

  15. Step 15/18

    Bake at 160°C fan (320°F) for 25 minutes, until the surface is golden.

    🟫22 cm square baking pan

  16. Step 16/18

    Cool the baked slab completely in the pan at room temperature.

    🟫22 cm square baking pan

  17. Step 17/18

    Chill the cooled slab in the refrigerator for easier cutting.

    🟫22 cm square baking pan

  18. Step 18/18

    Remove the slab from the pan and cut it into 12 rectangular or square bars.

    🔪sharp knife
    🔲cutting board

Composition

Ingredients

Types

Grains, Nuts, Fruit, Sweeteners, Oils, Liquids, Seasonings, Seeds

Ingredients

Whole oats, Raw almonds, Desiccated coconut, Dried apricots, Soft brown sugar, Maple syrup, Olive oil, Water, Salt, Sunflower seeds, Pumpkin seeds, Chia seeds, Dried cranberries

Allergens

Gluten, Tree nuts, Sulfites, Seeds

Dietetics

Dietary regimen

Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Plant-based

Calories

295 kcal

Macro nutrients

Protein: 7.2g, Carbohydrates: 36.5g, Total sugars: 20.4g, Dietary fiber: 5.8g, Total fat: 14.8g, Saturated fat: 3.2g

Nutritional Information

Minerals

Calcium: 85mg, Iron: 2.6mg, Magnesium: 115mg, Potassium: 310mg, Zinc: 1.7mg, Sodium: 85mg

Vitamins

Vitamin E: 5.2mg, Vitamin B1: 0.18mg, Vitamin B2: 0.09mg, Vitamin B6: 0.12mg, Folate: 30mcg

Preparation

Time Information

Preparation

20 minutes

Cooking

40 minutes

Overall

1 hour 0 minutes

Difficulty

Level

Medium (2/4)

Steps

18 steps

Equipments

Utensils

shallow baking pan, large mixing bowl, 22 cm square baking pan, baking paper, spatula, measuring jug, measuring spoons, sharp knife, cutting board

Appliances

oven, blender, refrigerator

Type

Type

Type Of Dish

Snack, Breakfast, Dessert

Occasions

Breakfast, Back to school, Lunchbox, Afternoon snack, Meal prep, Hiking

Origin

Source

Platform

instagram

Original Creator

@cuisinovia

Origin

Cuisine

Greek, Mediterranean

Geographic

Greece, Mediterranean

Various

Aspect

Texture

Chewy, Crunchy, Dense, Soft

Flavors

Nutty, Fruity, Tangy, Sweet, Toasty, Earthy

Other

Price

Medium

Recommended Preservation

fridge

Preservation Infos

room temperature : 2 days (Keep in an airtight container,Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight), fridge : 7 days (Store in a covered airtight container,Separate layers with baking paper if stacking), freezer : 90 days (Wrap bars individually or separate with baking paper,Place in a freezer-safe airtight container,Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before eating)