Best 6 Cranberry Almond Flax Oat Bars Recipes

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Are you on the hunt for a wholesome and delightful treat that combines the tartness of cranberries, the nutty flavor of almonds, the earthy goodness of flax, and the heartiness of oats? Look no further! Cranberry almond flax oat bars are a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and provide your body with essential nutrients. With their vibrant color, delightful texture, and irresistible aroma, these bars are sure to become a favorite in your household. Let's delve into the world of cranberry almond flax oat bars and discover the secrets behind their irresistible charm.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY OATMEAL BARS



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Nobody can ever seem to get enough of these bars when I make them. They're very fast to make, too.

Provided by colettenoelle

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Cranberry

Time 28m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup melted butter
1 egg
⅓ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
¾ cup dried cranberries
¾ cup pecans
¾ cup old-fashioned rolled oats

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 11x7 inch baking pan.
  • Pour melted butter into a mixing bowl, and beat in the egg, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin pie spice together in a separate mixing bowl. Stir the flour mixture into the butter mixture until thoroughly blended. Mix in the cranberries, pecans, and oats until evenly blended. Press mixture into prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until top is dry and edges slightly pull away from the sides of the pan, 13 to 15 minutes. Cool before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 147.4 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

CRANBERRY OAT BARS



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These little bars are great to snack on, are perfect at holiday time, and would be excellent for a cookie exchange. If you have leftover dough after forming the bars, don't worry, I find that the thinner the crust, the better.

Provided by Inger

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
¾ cup sugar
2 tablespoons orange zest
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups rolled oats
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium high heat, combine the cranberries, white sugar and orange zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook until the mixture has reduced to about 1 cup.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan, line with foil, then grease the foil.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in the butter using your hands or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press half of this mixture firmly into the prepared pan. Spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the base, then crumble the remaining oat mixture over the top.
  • Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden brown. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 161.2 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

ORANGE-CRANBERRY OAT BARS



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With the incredible combination of orange and cranberry, these bars are fast sellers at my church's Christmas bazaar.-Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup cold butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 cup orange marmalade

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking soda and ginger; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the oats, coconut and orange zest., Place 3 cups of mixture in another bowl; stir in pecans. Set aside for topping. Press remaining oat mixture into a greased 15x10-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown., Combine cranberry sauce and orange marmalade; spread over crust. Top with reserved oat mixture. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CINNAMON-CRANBERRY OAT BARS



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I'm a swim coach for kids, and I started making these bars for them as a snack. I wanted something that was easy to eat but would also give them energy. The kids loved them from the very first time I brought them. Now I bring them to every team event. -Sarah Riviere, Prescott, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups Rice Krispies
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup ground flaxseed
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine oats, Rice Krispies, cranberries, flax, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and nutmeg., In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, oil and honey; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and salt., Stir in oat mixture; toss to coat. Press firmly into a 9-in. square pan coated with cooking spray. Combine sugar and remaining cinnamon; sprinkle over bars. Cool completely. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY ALMOND COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ground flaxseed, water, coconut oil, sugar, brown sugar, almond extract, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, rolled oats, dried cranberries, sliced almonds

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Desserts

Yield 13 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
6 tablespoons water
½ cup coconut oil, melted
½ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup rolled oats
¾ cup dried cranberries, or use fresh cranberries for more tartness
½ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • To make the flax eggs, mix together the flax meal and water in a small bowl. Let sit for at least 10 minutes to set.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flax eggs, and almond extract until well-combined.
  • Sift in the flour, baking powder, and baking soda, and stir with a spatula until combined.
  • Fold in the oats, cranberries, and sliced almonds until incorporated.
  • Use an ice cream scoop to scoop the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches (5 cm) apart.
  • Bake for 20-22 minutes, until lightly golden around the edges.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 12 grams

OAT & CRANBERRY BARS



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Easy to make, these delicious energy-packed oat bars are an ideal snack to make on a camping holiday or to take on long car journeys

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Breakfast, Snack

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

100g self raising flour
100g porridge oats
100g light muscovado sugar
100g dried cranberries
100g butter , melted
1 tbsp golden syrup
1large egg , beaten
1 tsp vanilla extract or almond extract
3 tbsp flaked almonds
icing sugar , for dusting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Line the base of a 20cm square tin with baking parchment.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, oats, sugar and cranberries. Make a well in the centre and add the butter, golden syrup, egg and vanilla extract. Stir well until evenly damp.
  • Tip into the tin and spread out evenly. Sprinkle with almonds and bake for 20-25 mins until lightly golden. Cool in the tin for 10 mins, then cut into 6 one way and 2 the other to make 12 bars. Dust with icing sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Utilize a food processor: A food processor streamlines the preparation process by efficiently combining oats, almonds, and flaxseeds.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing can result in a tough texture; mix just until the ingredients come together.
  • Chill the dough: Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes enhances the texture and makes it easier to handle.
  • Use parchment paper: Line the baking pan with parchment paper to prevent the bars from sticking.
  • Bake until golden brown: Keep an eye on the bars during baking; remove them from the oven when they achieve a light golden brown color.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, these delectable Cranberry Almond Flax Oat Bars offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures. With their chewy oat base, tangy cranberries, crunchy almonds, and nutty flaxseeds, these bars are a wholesome and satisfying snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and can be customized to suit your preferences. Whether you enjoy them as they are or add a drizzle of honey or a dollop of yogurt, these bars are sure to become a favorite. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will yield a batch of irresistible Cranberry Almond Flax Oat Bars. Happy baking!

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