Flavorful Dried Fruit Bars

Flavorful Dried Fruit Bars
40 min.
12
164kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious snack that’s perfect for any time of the day? Look no further than these Flavorful Dried Fruit Bars! Packed with the natural sweetness of dates, plums, and raisins, these bars are not only satisfying but also a great way to incorporate more fruits into your diet. With a delightful blend of spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite offers a warm and comforting flavor that will leave you craving more.

What makes these bars even more appealing is their simplicity. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 12, making them an ideal treat for family gatherings, lunchboxes, or a quick energy boost during your busy day. The combination of butter and egg substitute ensures a rich texture while keeping the recipe light and wholesome. Plus, with only 164 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you enjoy them as a side dish or a standalone snack, these Flavorful Dried Fruit Bars are sure to impress. They’re easy to make, and the aroma that fills your kitchen while they bake is simply irresistible. So gather your ingredients and get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to a delightful homemade snack that’s both tasty and good for you!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup butter cubed
  • 0.5 cup dates chopped
  • 0.5 cup prune- cut to pieces dried pitted chopped
  • 0.5 cup egg substitute 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.5 cup raisins 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine water, dates, plums and raisins. Cook over medium heat until fruit is softened, about 10 minutes.
  2. 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.
  3. Spread into an 11-in. x 7-in. baking pan that has been coated with cooking spray.
  4. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories164kcal
Protein6.16%
Fat41.59%
Carbs52.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.32
Glycemic Load
11.64
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.1978261315304%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:164.47kcal
8.22%
Fat:7.87g
12.11%
Saturated Fat:4.91g
30.67%
Carbohydrates:22.25g
7.42%
Net Carbohydrates:20.5g
7.46%
Sugar:6.94g
7.71%
Cholesterol:20.34mg
6.78%
Sodium:223.56mg
9.72%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.21%
100%
Protein:2.62g
5.25%
Selenium:8µg
11.43%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.21%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.19%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.11%
Fiber:1.75g
7%
Vitamin A:316.39IU
6.33%
Folate:22.62µg
5.65%
Iron:0.98mg
5.44%
Potassium:178.82mg
5.11%
Vitamin K:5.22µg
4.97%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.59%
Copper:0.07mg
3.63%
Phosphorus:34.21mg
3.42%
Magnesium:11.76mg
2.94%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.92%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.81%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.74%
Calcium:19.9mg
1.99%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.63%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.07%
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