Are you tired of boring, bland health snacks that taste like cardboard? Get ready to transform your snacking experience with these incredible No Bake Savory Sweet Snack Bars that are not just nutritious, but mind-blowingly delicious! Packed with wholesome ingredients like chia seeds, almonds, and brown rice cereal, these bars are the perfect blend of crunch, sweetness, and nutrition that will keep you energized and satisfied throughout your day.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Snack
Serves: 10 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice cereal
- 1/2 cup almonds, chopped
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: 1 cup of brown rice cereal, 1/2 cup of chopped almonds, 1/4 cup of chia seeds, 1/4 cup of peanut butter, 1/4 cup of honey, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown rice cereal, chopped almonds, and chia seeds. Stir them together until they are evenly mixed.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey. Microwave the mixture for about 15-20 seconds, or until it is warm and slightly runny. This will make it easier to mix.
- Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir the peanut butter and honey mixture until it is smooth and well combined.
- Add the cinnamon to the peanut butter and honey mixture, stirring to incorporate it evenly.
- Pour the warm peanut butter and honey mixture over the dry ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
- Using a spatula or your hands, mix the wet and dry ingredients together until everything is well coated and combined. The mixture should be sticky but hold together.
- Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Press it down firmly and evenly using the back of a spatula or your hands to ensure it holds together.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 15 minutes to allow it to set. This will help the bars firm up and make them easier to cut.
- Once set, remove the mixture from the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang. Place it on a cutting board.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the mixture into 10 equal bars.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or enjoy them immediately as a savory sweet snack!
Tips
- Use room temperature peanut butter for easier mixing and better binding.
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure compact, well-formed bars.
- For extra flavor, consider toasting the almonds lightly before chopping them.
- If the mixture seems too dry, add a little more honey to help it stick together.
- Use a sharp knife and clean it between cuts for perfectly neat bars.
- For a variation, you can substitute almond butter for peanut butter or add dark chocolate chips for extra indulgence.
- Make sure to refrigerate the bars completely before cutting to ensure they hold their shape.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 160kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
