Description
Delicious and wholesome Chocolate Fruit and Nut Bars featuring a rich blend of dark chocolate, dried fruits, nuts, and seeds. These no-bake bars are perfect for a quick energy boost or a healthy snack, combining natural sweetness with satisfying crunch and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or milk chocolate for a sweeter option)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (or raisins, apricots, or any dried fruit of choice)
- 1/2 cup unsalted almonds, chopped (or any nuts like walnuts, cashews, or pecans)
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds (optional, for extra crunch)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional, for extra texture and flavor)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional, for balancing sweetness)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients, chopping nuts if necessary and measuring out dried fruit, seeds, and chocolate chips.
- Melt Chocolate: Gently melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth and glossy.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried cranberries, chopped almonds, sunflower seeds, shredded coconut, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Pour in the melted chocolate and stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated and combined.
- Form Bars: Line a square baking pan or dish with parchment paper. Transfer the mixture into the pan, pressing it firmly and evenly to ensure compact bars.
- Chill: Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 to 2 hours or until the mixture is fully set and firm enough to cut.
- Cut and Serve: Remove the set mixture from the pan using the parchment paper, slice into 8 to 10 bars. Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Use milk chocolate for a sweeter taste.
- Swap dried cranberries with your preferred dried fruits like raisins or apricots.
- Toast nuts and seeds lightly to enhance flavor before mixing.
- Adjust sweetness by varying honey or maple syrup amount or omitting it for less sweet bars.
- Store bars in the fridge to maintain firmness and prevent melting.
