Best 6 Cranberry Nut Energy Bars Recipes

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In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to find yourself reaching for unhealthy snacks that leave you feeling sluggish and unfulfilled. If you're looking for a nutritious and delicious way to refuel your body, cranberry nut energy bars are the perfect solution. These tasty treats are packed with healthy ingredients that will give you sustained energy throughout the day. Whether you're an avid hiker, a busy professional, or simply someone who wants a healthier snack option, this article will provide you with the best recipes for cranberry nut energy bars that are sure to satisfy your taste buds and keep you going strong.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE-CRANBERRY ENERGY BARS



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A tasty snack that is easy on the stomach and has a good balance of ingredients to provide energy during athletic activities, training, or events.

Provided by BoKristensen

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup raw almonds
½ cup walnuts
½ cup pitted dates
½ cup dried cranberries
⅛ cup shredded coconut
3 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Pulse almonds and walnuts together in the bowl of a food processor until chopped. Add dates and cranberries, a little at a time, and continue to chop. Add coconut, cocoa, and vanilla extract. Process to desired consistency.
  • Roll dough into a 2-inch wide log and cut into ten 3/4-inch thick pucks. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 0.9 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

CRANBERRY NUT BARS



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My husband's aunt sent us these bars one Christmas. The fresh cranberry flavor was such a nice change from the usual cookies. I had to have the recipe, and she was gracious enough to provide it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in cranberries and walnuts., Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CRANBERRY NUT ENERGY BARS



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These are a great alternative to store bought cereal and granola bars. They pack well and make an easy, quick snack or breakfast on the go. I like to use dried cranberries, but you could substitute any soft dried fruit like cherries or apricots.

Provided by Marmish

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 20 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups raisins
2 cups oatmeal
2 1/2 cups Rice Krispies
1 cup peanuts
1 cup dried cranberries or 1 cup other dried fruit
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 (10 1/2 ounce) bag marshmallows

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Toast oatmeal on large baking sheet 13 x 9 pan or 15 x 10 jellyroll pan for 10 minutes.
  • Add raisins and Rice Krispies and toast another 5 minutes.
  • Add peanuts and dried fruit and set aside.
  • In a large pan, melt butter, peanut butter and marshmallows over low heat.
  • When smooth and combined, add oatmeal mixture.
  • Stir to coat.
  • Press firmly into 9x13 pan.
  • Cool and cut into 20 bars.
  • Note: I use a large dutch oven type pot to make mixing easier.
  • You can also reduce or eliminate butter if you want to lower the fat.

CRANBERRY-NUT BARS



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Provided by Nancy Harmon Jenkins

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 bars

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup pecan or walnut halves
Butter and flour for greasing pan
1 cup cranberries
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 cup quick-cooking oatmeal
1/2 cup flour
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spread the nuts on a cookie sheet and place them in the oven to toast. Grease and flour a nine-inch-square brownie pan and set aside.
  • Rinse the cranberries well under running water; pick them over and discard any that are spoiled. Place the cranberries, sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. As soon as the cranberries have popped, remove from the heat and set aside.
  • When the nuts are toasted, remove them from the oven and, as soon as they are cool enough to handle, chop them coarsely or process them in a food processor.
  • In a bowl, mix together the chopped nuts, oatmeal, flour and brown sugar. Add the butter, cut in small pieces, and using the fingers or a wooden spoon, work the butter into the dry ingredients until you have a crumb-textured mixture.
  • Place half the oatmeal mixture in the bottom of the brownie pan, smoothing it out to the edges of the pan. Cover the oatmeal mixture with the cranberry sauce and top the sauce with the remaining oatmeal mixture.
  • Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes, until the top is nicely browned. Cut in bars and serve immediately with vanilla ice cream. Keep any leftovers in a sealed cookie tin.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 169, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 5 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams, TransFat 0 grams

DRIED CRANBERRY FRUIT-NUT BARS



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Fruit-nut bars with dried cranberries. No sugar added.

Provided by catwall

Time 3h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup almond flour
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs, divided
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup unsweetened dried cranberries
1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
½ cup raw sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons flax seeds
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix almond flour, butter, and 1 egg in a bowl until well combined. Press into the bottom of an 8-inch square pan.
  • Stir chocolate chips, walnuts, cranberries, coconut flakes, sunflower seeds, and flax seeds together in a large bowl. Cover the almond dough with this mixture.
  • Mix cream and remaining egg thoroughly in a small bowl; pour evenly over the fruit-nut mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature, 30 to 45 minutes. Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours before cutting into 16 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 58.9 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 19 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

CRANBERRY NUT BARS



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I love the combo of cranberries and walnuts, it's like a match made in heaven! I suppose you could substitute pecans in this recipe but I don't recommend it. Use walnuts!

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 50m

Yield 16 bars

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large eggs
1 cup sugar
1 cup flour
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 1/4 cups fresh cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350° and grease an 8-inch baking pan.
  • Beat eggs in a medium mixing bowl until thick, gradually add sugar, beating until thoroughly blended; stir in flour and melted butter; blend well.
  • Add cranberries and walnuts, mixing gently just until combined then spread mixture evenly in prepared pan.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool and cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.2, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 36.6, Sodium 36.3, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 13, Protein 2.2

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: Make the energy bars a day or two in advance to allow the flavors to meld and the bars to set properly.
  • No-Bake Convenience: These energy bars don't require any baking, making them a quick and easy snack option.
  • Customizable Ingredients: Feel free to adjust the nuts, seeds, and dried fruit used in the recipe to suit your preferences and dietary restrictions.
  • Portion Control: Cut the energy bars into even-sized pieces to ensure consistent portions and easier portion control.
  • Storage: Store the energy bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

With their vibrant flavors, chewy texture, and energy-boosting ingredients, these Cranberry Nut Energy Bars are a delicious and convenient snack that can power you through your busy day. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, dried cranberries, and honey, these bars are packed with essential nutrients and natural energy. Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast, a pre- or post-workout snack, or an afternoon pick-me-up, these energy bars have got you covered. Enjoy them as a healthy and satisfying treat that will keep you energized and focused throughout the day.

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