Pin this A festive, crunchy snack bar featuring a medley of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and white chocolate—perfect for cozy winter days or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- Nuts & Seeds: 1 cup unsalted roasted almonds, 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
- Dried Fruits: 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped, 1/4 cup dried blueberries
- Grains & Crunch: 1 1/4 cups rolled oats, 1 cup crisp rice cereal
- Bind & Sweeten: 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup, 1/3 cup creamy almond butter, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp salt, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Topping: 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, 2 tbsp festive sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, combine almonds, pistachios, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, apricots, blueberries, oats, and rice cereal. Set aside.
- Step 3:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey (or maple syrup), almond butter, unsalted butter, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir continuously until melted and smooth (about 2–3 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Step 4:
- Pour the warm mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir well until everything is evenly coated.
- Step 5:
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press firmly and evenly into the pan using a spatula or the back of a measuring cup.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle white chocolate chips and festive sprinkles on top. Gently press them into the surface.
- Step 7:
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Step 8:
- Lift the mixture out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into 12 bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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Pin this Frequently Asked Recipe Questions
- → Can I make this bar nut-free?
Yes, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter and omit nuts, replacing them with extra seeds or cereal for similar texture.
- → How do I store these bars?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness and firmness.
- → Can I use dark chocolate instead of white chocolate chips?
Absolutely, swapping white chocolate chips for dark chocolate alters flavor but works well with the crunchy base.
- → Is chilling necessary for these bars?
Yes, refrigerating for at least one hour helps the bars firm up for easy cutting and handling.
- → Are there options to add extra flavor or texture?
You can add shredded coconut or mini marshmallows on top for additional winter flair and variation.