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Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy Bars

July 29, 2017 by Rebecca Rosati

A girl on the go needs energy and these bars do just that. I enjoy preparing these Homemade Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy bars on the weekend so they are easy to grab during the hectic week. 

Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy Bars

Hello Healthy, Meet Delicious!!

Not only are these homemade energy bars good for you, they also taste great. They are packed with a protein mixture of oats, quinoa, and almonds with added sweetness of dried cranberries and mini chocolate chips.

These bars are great for breakfast or a mid-afternoon snack and are sure to give you the energy you need to get through the day. Make these bars ahead of time and you have a on-the-go snack all week.

How to make these energy bars:

To make these bars, Preheat oven to 350 degree F and start by lining a baking dish with 1 piece of parchment paper and then criss-cross another piece of parchment paper so the two pieces fold over the pan.

Add quinoa and water to small pot, bring to a boil and reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff quinoa with a fork, transfer to a medium-sized bowl and let quinoa cool completely.

Mix together the oats, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and ground flax-seed in a large bowl.Combine the egg, coconut oil, honey, vanilla, and quinoa and stir until just blended then combine and mix with the oats mixture. Stir in craisins, almonds, and chocolate chips.

I use my Pampered Chef Measuring Cup Set that sits flat on the countertop for easy measuring. I also love these cups because they snap together at the handles and nest for compact storage.

Pampered Chef MEASURING CUP SET

Spread the batter evenly over the pan, packing down to evenly coat pan. Drizzle with more honey, if you desire.

Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy Bars

Bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is brown. Allow to cool completely. Refrigerate 30 minutes to allow bars to set. Using the liner, lift the mixture from the pan and transfer to a cutting board. Cut into bars and refrigerate or freeze to store.

It’s important to let these bars cool completely and then refrigerate for about 30 minutes before cutting into bars. The bars will fall apart if you don’t follow these steps.


Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy Bars
 
Author: The Well Dressed Kitchen
Recipe type: Breakfast, Snack, Energy Bar
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A girl on the go needs energy and these bars do just that. Packed with oats, quinoa, and almonds these bars will keep you full longer.
Ingredients
  • ⅓ cup quinoa, rinsed well
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 cups quick rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 T. ground flax seed, optional
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tbsp virgin coconut oil
  • ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup) + 1 T to drizzle on top
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup craisins
  • ⅓ cup almonds, crushed
  • ½ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F.
  2. Line a 9 x 13 baking pan with 1 pieces of parchment paper and then criss-cross another piece of parchment paper so the two pieces fold over the pan.
  3. Add quinoa and water to small pot, bring to a boil and reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff quinoa with a fork, transfer to a medium-sized bowl and let quinoa cool completely.
  4. Mix together the oats, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and ground flax seed in a large bowl.
  5. Combine the egg, coconut oil, honey, vanilla, and quinoa and stir until just blended then combine and mix with the oats mixture.
  6. Stir in craisins, almonds, and chocolate chips.
  7. Spread the batter evenly over the pan, packing down to evenly coat pan. Drizzle with more honey, if you desire.
  8. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is brown.
  9. Allow to cool completely.
  10. Refrigerate 30 minutes to allow bars to set.
  11. Using the liner, lift the mixture from the pan and transfer to a cutting board.
  12. Cut into bars and refrigerate or freeze to store.
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*To store, wrap each bar individually in plastic wrap or in plastic bag and keep in refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to a month.

Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy Bars

Also try my Homemade Granola or No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites for healthy, on-the-go snacks that keep you full of energy.

Healthy Homemade GranolaNo Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shop Products I used in this recipe:

Pampered Chef MEASURING CUP SET

Please let me know by leaving a comment below and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #thewelldressedkitchen.

THANK YOU FOR FOLLOWING ALONG! XOXO, REBECCA ROSATI @ THE WELL DRESSED KITCHEN! 💗

Filed Under: All Foods, Breakfast Foods, Cookies, Desserts, Snacks

No-Bake Cranberry Almond Energy Bites

June 9, 2017 by Rebecca Rosati

I love these No-Bake Energy Bites. They are easy to make, quick to grab, travel well and taste amazing! These bites are nutritious and a great source of energy before a workout or to start your day off just right, what’s not to love… 

No-Bake Cranberry Energy Bites

I make many variations of these No-Bake Bites, but they pretty much always have a base of Oats and Peanut Butter. For my basic recipe, check out my No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites.

For my Cranberry Almond Energy Bites, I combine old-fashioned oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, dried cranberries, slivered almonds and cinnamon.

No-Bake Cranberry Energy Bites

Add any ingredients you love.

You can add anything you like or what you have on hand to these bites. When making different variations you might find your bites are too dry and won’t hold together. A good rule of thumb is to add something sticky when your ingredients aren’t holding together. Whether it’s more peanut butter or honey add whatever sticky ingredient you’re using.

Here are some substitutions. Use whatever you have on hand and have fun with it!

Instead of Peanut Butter.

Use almond butter or cashew butter, just about any nut butter will work.

Instead of maple syrup.

Substitute honey, agave nectar, or brown rice syrup.

Instead of dried cranberries.

Any type of dried fruit such as raisins, mango, dates, apricot.

Instead of Slivered Almonds.

Add sunflower seeds, peanuts, cashews, or any nut you prefer.

No-Bake Cranberry Energy Bites

No-Bake Cranberry Almond Energy Bites
 
Author: The Well Dressed Kitchen
Recipe type: Snack / Breakfast
Prep time:  20 mins
Total time:  20 mins
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • ½ cup peanut butter
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup slivered almonds
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
  1. Mix all 6 ingredients (oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, slivered almonds, cranberries, and cinnamon in a medium sized bowl until well combined.
  2. Cover your mixture and let it sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour.
  3. Once cooled, roll into small bites (about 1 inch in diameter). Place into an airtight container and keep in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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For other No-Bake Energy Bites, try these no-bake peanut butter energy bites.

No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

Click here for my Homemade Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy Bars.

Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy Bars

Filed Under: All Foods, Breakfast Foods, Cookies, Desserts, Snacks

No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites

June 8, 2017 by Rebecca Rosati

I am obsessed with these No-Bake Energy Bites and I am so excited to share them with you. They are easy to make and the best part is they taste like cookies. I am not kidding, you have to try these!

No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

These energy bites are super easy and don’t require baking. With only 5 ingredients you can whip up a batch in no time.

The main ingredient in these Energy Bites is oats making them great for a quick breakfast on the go or a snack to get you through the rest of your busy day. I use old-fashioned oats for a chewier texture. These bites are made with whole food ingredients including peanut butter, coconut, and honey giving them a good mix of healthy fats, carbs, protein, and fiber to keep you going.

No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

Healthy Snack! 

Oats: Full of fiber and protein, oats are a nutritious way to keep you full throughout the day.

Peanut Butter: One serving of peanut butter contains 7 grams of protein. Filled with healthy fat and fiber, it’s sure to keep you full of energy.

Honey: A natural sweetener, honey is packed with vitamins and minerals.

Coconut: This fiber-rich food will help control your blood sugar and cholesterol, plus keep you full longer.

Dark Chocolate: High antioxidant content in dark chocolate along with soluble fiber and minerals can improve health and lower the risk of heart disease.

The variety of these energy bites is endless:

The base for these bites is oats and peanut butter, but you an add all sorts of super-foods and nutrient dense ingredients including – Chia seeds, flax seeds, substitute dark chocolate for cacao nibs or almond butter instead of peanut butter. You can add any dried fruit and nuts. The options are truly endless. Check out my No-Bake Cranberry Almond Energy Bites.

No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites
 
Author: The Well Dressed Kitchen
Recipe type: Snack / Breakfast
Prep time:  20 mins
Total time:  20 mins
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These energy bites are super easy and don't require baking. With only 5 ingredients you can whip up a batch in no time. Store them in your refrigerator for a quick and healthy breakfast or snack on the go.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • ½ cup peanut butter
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup coconut flakes
  • ½ cup mini dark chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Mix all 5 ingredients (oats, peanut butter, honey, coconut flakes, and dark chocolate chips in a medium-sized bowl until well combined.
  2. Cover your mixture and let it sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour.
  3. Roll into small bites (about 1 inch in diameter). Place into an airtight container and keep in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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These bites are great to make ahead of time, they store well in the fridge and are a good option to travel with you. They are also a nutritious snack for kids that are easy to grab and they love them.

No Bake Energy Peanut Butter Bites

Click here for my Homemade Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy Bars.

Cranberry, Nut, and Chocolate Quinoa Energy Bars

For other No-Bake Energy Bites, try these No-Bake Cranberry Almond Energy Bites.

No-Bake Cranberry Energy Bites

Shop Products I used in this recipe:

Pampered Chef MEASURING CUP SET

Please let me know by leaving a comment below and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #thewelldressedkitchen.

THANK YOU FOR FOLLOWING ALONG! XOXO, REBECCA ROSATI @ THE WELL DRESSED KITCHEN! 💗

Filed Under: All Foods, Breakfast Foods, Cookies, Desserts, Snacks

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