Blueberry-Almond Energy Bars

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Blueberry-Almond Energy Bars
190 min.
16
185kcal

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Blueberry-Almond Energy Bars: A Nutritious and Delicious Snack

Are you on the lookout for a scrumptious, yet healthy snack that won't compromise your dietary restrictions? Look no further! This Blueberry-Almond Energy Bar recipe is the perfect solution for your cravings. Not only is it vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it's also packed with flavors that will leave you wanting more.

With a delightful fusion of blueberries and almonds, these energy bars are a powerhouse of nutrition. Each bar boasts a modest 185 calories, making them an ideal choice for those conscious about their calorie intake. Whether you're an avid snacker, a health enthusiast, or someone always on the go, these bars cater to your snacking needs.

The best part? They're incredibly easy to make, requiring just about 190 minutes of your time. And with a serving size of 16 bars, you can enjoy them throughout the week or share them with your loved ones.

So, why wait? Dive into the world of guilt-free snacking with these Blueberry-Almond Energy Bars. Your taste buds and nutritionist will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound almonds 
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried unsweetened
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.7 cup maple syrup 
  • 0.3 cup sunflower seeds raw
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats 
  • 0.3 cup sesame seed raw

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat an oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
  2. Grind the almonds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, and oats in a food processor until they resemble a coarse meal. Stir the ground mixture in a bowl with the cranberries, blueberries, maple syrup, and cinnamon until evenly combined. Moisten your hands with water and press the mixture into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, about 1 hour until toasted. Cool completely in the baking dish.
  4. Cut into 16 bars. Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories185kcal
Protein10.04%
Fat45.72%
Carbs44.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.16
Glycemic Load
5.32
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
9.5282607154678%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.37mg
Catechin
0.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.37mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:184.74kcal
9.24%
Fat:9.85g
15.16%
Saturated Fat:0.88g
5.52%
Carbohydrates:21.45g
7.15%
Net Carbohydrates:18.19g
6.61%
Sugar:11.55g
12.83%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.45mg
0.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.87g
9.74%
Manganese:1.04mg
51.94%
Vitamin E:4.49mg
29.9%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.06%
Magnesium:66.84mg
16.71%
Copper:0.31mg
15.59%
Fiber:3.26g
13.05%
Phosphorus:128.29mg
12.83%
Calcium:82.79mg
8.28%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.2%
Iron:1.34mg
7.44%
Zinc:1.11mg
7.37%
Selenium:4.72µg
6.74%
Potassium:188.47mg
5.38%
Vitamin B3:0.91mg
4.56%
Folate:15.7µg
3.93%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.77%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.85%
Source:Allrecipes