FLAVORFUL DRIED FRUIT BARS

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"These yummy bars are packed with naturally sweet fruit and tasty spices, so no one even misses the sugar," assures field editor Ruth Seitz from Columbus Junction, Iowa.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup water
1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped pitted dried plums (prunes)
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup egg substitute
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine water, dates, plums and raisins. Cook over medium heat until fruit is softened, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in butter until melted. Cool. Stir in egg substitute and vanilla. In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients; stir in fruit mixture. , Spread into an 11x7-in. baking pan that has been coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 8g fat, Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g protein.

Poppy Ntuli
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These dried fruit bars are the perfect healthy snack to pack for lunch or a road trip. They're also a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without overindulging.


Camfa Katun
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These bars are a bit too dry for my taste. I would add some more honey or agave next time.


Imroz sultanm
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I love that these bars are made with all-natural ingredients. They're a healthy and delicious snack that I can feel good about giving to my family.


Gustavo Vasquez
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These dried fruit bars are a great way to use up leftover oatmeal. I added some dried cranberries and nuts, and they turned out delicious.


Jake Swenson
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These bars are a bit crumbly, but they still taste great. I would recommend pressing them into a pan before baking to help them hold together better.


Cazmo Hernandez
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I love the chewy texture of these bars. They're the perfect snack to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Candy Wilson
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These dried fruit bars are a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and nuts. They're also a good source of fiber and protein.


Maroofah Joseph
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These bars are so easy to make and they're perfect for meal prep. I make a batch on the weekend and then I have healthy snacks for the whole week.


Lalji Mandal
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Samari Nuhu
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These bars are a great healthy snack for kids. They're packed with nutrients and they're delicious too.


erin a
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I found these bars to be a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of honey next time.


Samim Salim
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These dried fruit bars are a great way to use up leftover fruit. I used a mix of dried cranberries, raisins, and apricots, and they turned out delicious.


Eric Nkrumah
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I love the combination of fruits and nuts in these bars. They're chewy and flavorful, and they make a great on-the-go snack.


Abu Ibrahim
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These dried fruit bars were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and the perfect healthy snack.