Gluten-Free Fruit and Nut Bars

Bursting with wholesome ingredients and naturally sweetened, these Gluten-Free Fruit and Nut Bars are the ultimate homemade snack for busy days. Made with a hearty blend of gluten-free oats, mixed dried fruits, crunchy nuts, and nutrient-packed seeds, they’re held together with creamy almond butter and a touch of honey or maple syrup for a satisfying chew. Infused with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, these bars strike the perfect balance between indulgence and nourishment. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick bake, they’re the perfect make-ahead treat for breakfast on-the-go, midday energy boosts, or even dessert. Enjoy these versatile, gluten-free snack bars as a healthier alternative to store-bought options, and store extras for a week of delicious convenience or freeze for later!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Gluten-free oats
• 1 cup Mixed dried fruits (such as cranberries, apricots, and raisins)
• 1 cup Mixed nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, and pecans)
• 0.5 cup Pumpkin seeds
• 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Honey or maple syrup
• 0.5 cup Almond butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free oats, mixed dried fruits, mixed nuts, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey (or maple syrup) and almond butter. Stir frequently until the mixture is smoothly combined and heated through, then remove from the heat.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract to the almond butter and honey mixture, stirring to incorporate.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, using a spatula to mix until all the dry ingredients are well-coated with the almond butter mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use the back of a spoon or spatula to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting out with the parchment paper overhang.

Step 9

Once cooled, cut into 12 bars or desired sizes. Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(740.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3396.6

Total Fat 181.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 629.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 385.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.1g	0%
Total Sugars 219.4g
Protein 92.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 811.0mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 4095.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.1%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 43.5%