Description
Cozy Apricot Chia Bars are wholesome, naturally sweetened snack bars packed with dried apricots, nutritious chia seeds, and hearty rolled oats. These no-fuss bars are lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup, flavored with vanilla, and baked until golden and firm, making a perfect grab-and-go treat or breakfast option.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easy.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried apricots, chia seeds, rolled oats, honey (or maple syrup), and salt. Ensure these ingredients are evenly mixed for balanced flavor and texture.
- Add liquids and mix: Pour in the water and vanilla extract, stirring well until the mixture comes together into a sticky, thick batter.
- Spread mixture: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly to the edges for uniform thickness.
- Bake bars: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until the bars are firm to the touch and have turned a light golden brown, indicating they are cooked through.
- Cool and cut: Remove from oven and let the bars cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper and cut into 16 bars.
Notes
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Make sure the bars cool fully before cutting to get clean, firm bars.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
- These bars are great as a quick breakfast or energizing snack on the go.
