Make it from Scratch: Homemade Lara Bars

Cherry Pie Bars
1 c. (160g) dried, unsweetened cherries
1/4 c. (40g) dried, unsweetened dates
1/3 c. warm water (for soaking fruit)
1 c. (120g) almonds
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. vanilla
dash salt

Sunshine Bars
1 c. (160g) dried, unsweetened pineapple
1/3 c. warm water (for soaking fruit)
1 c. (120g) cashews
1/4 c. (20g) unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 tsp. lemon zest
dash salt

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Bars
1 c. (160g) raisins
1/4 c. warm water (for soaking fruit)
3/4 c. (60g) oatmeal (not quick-cook)
3/4 c. (90g) cashews
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. vanilla
dash salt

Blueberry Muffin Bars
1 c. (160g) dried, unsweetened blueberries
1/4 c. (40g) dried, unsweetened dates
1/3 c. warm water (for soaking fruit)
1/2 c. (40g) oatmeal (not quick-cook)
3/4 c. (90g) almonds
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. lemon zest
1/4 tsp. vanilla
dash salt

Chocolate Craving Bars
1 c. (160g) dried, unsweetened dates
1/3 c. warm water (for soaking fruit)
1 c. (120g) almonds
2 Tbsp. baking cocoa
1/4 c. (50g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 tsp. vanilla
dash salt

Directions
Soak the dried fruit in warm water for 5-10 minutes. Meanwhile, gather remaining ingredients and pour into a food processor. Drain the fruit and add to the food processor. Process for 30 – 60 seconds or until the mixture sticks together when pinched with your fingers. Pour into a loaf pan and press firmly into bars with a spatula. Chill for 10 minutes and then cut into 6 bars. Store refrigerated for up to two weeks.


This printable recipe from A Teaspoon and A Pinch.