Description
Low-Calorie Pistachio Cranberry Chia Bars are chewy, nutrient-dense snack bars made with oats, seeds, pistachios, cranberries, and natural sweeteners for a balanced, energy-boosting treat.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries (preferably unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp flaxseeds
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a small baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix oats, pistachios, cranberries, chia seeds, flaxseeds, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together applesauce, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until fully combined and sticky.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and press firmly into an even layer.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool completely before lifting out and cutting into bars.
Notes
- Press mixture firmly to help bars hold their shape.
- Allow full cooling time before cutting for best texture.
- Use maple syrup for a vegan version.
- Store chilled for longer freshness.
- Customize with nuts, seeds, or dried fruit substitutions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy / Modern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
