No-Bake Nut & Date Bars

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No-Bake Nut & Date Bars

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chilling Time: 1–2 hours
Yield: 8–10 bars

Naturally sweet, rich in texture, and packed with nuts and fruit, these no-bake bars are perfect for quick snacks or healthy treats. No oven needed and very easy to prepare.

🧾 Ingredients

  • 75 g (½ cup) almonds

  • 50 g (½ cup) walnuts

  • 50 g (½ cup) pumpkin seeds

  • 250 g (1⅔ cups) dates, pitted

  • 100 g (⅓ cup) natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)

  • 40 g (¼ cup) dried cranberries

  • Optional: a small pinch of sea salt (for flavor balance)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

🥜 Step 1: Prepare the Nuts & Seeds

  1. Add almonds, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds to a food processor.

  2. Pulse several times until they are chopped into small, chunky pieces.
    (Do not grind into powder — a little texture gives a better bite.)

  3. Transfer the chopped mixture to a large mixing bowl.

🍯 Step 2: Process the Dates

  1. Make sure all dates are pitted.

  2. If they are firm, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain well.

  3. Place the dates in the food processor and blend until they form a thick, sticky paste.

🥣 Step 3: Combine the Mixture

  1. Add the date paste to the bowl with the nuts and seeds.

  2. Add peanut butter and dried cranberries.

  3. Mix using a strong spoon or lightly oiled hands until:

    • All ingredients are evenly combined

    • The mixture holds together when pressed

📐 Step 4: Press into the Pan

  1. Line a small rectangular or square pan (about 8 × 4 inches) with parchment paper, leaving extra paper on the sides.

  2. Transfer the mixture into the pan.

  3. Press down firmly and evenly using:

    • A spatula

    • Or the bottom of a flat glass

This helps the bars hold their shape when sliced.

❄ Step 5: Chill to Set

  1. Place the pan in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours until firm.
    (For faster setting, you can freeze for 30 minutes.)

🔪 Step 6: Slice and Store

  1. Lift the firm block out using the parchment paper.

  2. Cut into bars or small squares with a sharp knife.

🧊 Storage Tips

Refrigerator:
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Freezer:
Wrap bars individually in parchment paper and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

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