Imagine biting into a tropical paradise without ever leaving your kitchen! These Tropical No Bake Snack Bars are your ticket to a flavor-packed adventure that combines the creamy richness of peanut butter, the sweetness of honey, and the exotic burst of tropical fruits. Perfect for health-conscious snackers, busy professionals, and anyone craving a quick escape, these no-bake bars are about to revolutionize your snack game with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Tropical
Serves: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup dried tropical fruit (mango, pineapple)
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Line a 9x9 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal later.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats and shredded coconut, stirring to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, warm honey and peanut butter together for 30-45 seconds, stirring until smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the warm honey-peanut butter mixture over the oats and coconut, mixing thoroughly to ensure all dry ingredients are well coated.
- Finely chop the dried tropical fruits (mango and pineapple) into small, uniform pieces to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
- Fold the chopped tropical fruits into the oat mixture, ensuring they are well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, pressing firmly and evenly with the back of a spatula or clean hands to create a compact layer.
- Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour to allow the bars to set and become firm.
- Once chilled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 10 even rectangles.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smoother mixing and better bar consistency.
- For extra crunch, consider toasting the coconut and oats lightly before mixing.
- Choose high-quality, soft dried tropical fruits for the best texture and flavor.
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure compact, well-held-together bars.
- For a protein boost, add a scoop of vanilla or coconut protein powder to the mixture.
- If the bars are too sticky, refrigerate them a bit longer before cutting.
- Experiment with different nut butters like almond or cashew for unique flavor variations.
- Use a sharp knife and clean it between cuts for neat, uniform bars.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg
