No-Bake Dulce de Leche Snack Bars

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
No-Bake Dulce de Leche Snack Bars
45 min.
15
129kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with these delightful No-Bake Dulce de Leche Snack Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion! Whether you're looking for a quick snack, a delicious appetizer, or a sweet addition to your antipasti platter, these bars are sure to impress. With a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, they combine the rich, creamy sweetness of dulce de leche cereal with the satisfying crunch of roasted almonds and pumpkin seeds. The addition of dried banana chips and cranberries not only enhances the taste but also adds a burst of color and nutrition.

What makes these snack bars even more appealing is their simplicity. Ready in just 45 minutes and requiring no baking, they are an ideal choice for busy individuals or families. Plus, they are vegetarian and gluten-free, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. Each bar is a guilt-free indulgence at only 129 calories, allowing you to enjoy a sweet treat without compromising your health goals.

Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a midday pick-me-up, these No-Bake Dulce de Leche Snack Bars are a delightful way to satisfy your sweet cravings. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a deliciously easy snack that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds whole
  • 0.5 cup banana chips dried
  • tablespoon butter 
  • cups dulce de leche 
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light packed
  • 0.5 cup roasted pumpkin seeds salted hulled (pepitas)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried sweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix cereal, banana chips, almonds, pepitas and cranberries; set aside.
  2. In 1-quart saucepan, heat all Syrup ingredients over low heat, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved.
  3. Pour over cereal mixture; gently toss to coat. Press in pan; cool 30 minutes. For bars, cut into 5 rows by 3 rows. Store tightly covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories129kcal
Protein6.66%
Fat39.66%
Carbs53.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.28
Glycemic Load
2.47
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.4060869086534%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:129.06kcal
6.45%
Fat:6.06g
9.32%
Saturated Fat:1.82g
11.39%
Carbohydrates:18.46g
6.15%
Net Carbohydrates:17.16g
6.24%
Sugar:15.94g
17.72%
Cholesterol:2.01mg
0.67%
Sodium:57.53mg
2.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.29g
4.58%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.49%
Magnesium:37.61mg
9.4%
Vitamin E:1.36mg
9.04%
Phosphorus:71.76mg
7.18%
Copper:0.11mg
5.66%
Fiber:1.3g
5.18%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.78%
Iron:0.62mg
3.45%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.27%
Potassium:96.02mg
2.74%
Calcium:22.42mg
2.24%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
2.02%
Folate:4.95µg
1.24%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.19%
Selenium:0.77µg
1.11%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.03%