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No-Bake Whole30 Apple-Almond Butter Bars

These No-Bake Whole30 Apple-Almond Butter Bars are the perfect healthy snack! Chewy, nutty, and sweetened naturally, they’re a must-try!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Healthy, No-Bake, Nut-Free, Whole30
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almonds
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon plus additional for topping
  • to taste Flaky sea salt for topping
  • 1 1/3 cups dates loosely packed
  • 1 cup dried apples firmly packed
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons water
  • 5 tablespoons creamy almond butter melted, divided

Instructions

  • Start by lining your 9x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Leave some overhang on the sides to make it easier to lift out the bars later.
  • In your food processor, add the 1 cup of almonds and pulse until they are finely chopped but not turned into almond flour. You want some texture here!
  • Next, add the 1 1/3 cups of loosely packed dates and 1 cup of firmly packed dried apples to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture is well combined and sticky.
  • Add the 1 1/2 tablespoons of water and 3 tablespoons of melted almond butter (reserve 2 tablespoons for topping) to the processor. Blend until everything is evenly mixed and holds together when pressed between your fingers. If the mixture is too dry, add a little more water.
  • Sprinkle in the 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and pulse a few more times to incorporate the spice throughout the mixture.
  • Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Using a rubber spatula, press it down firmly and evenly across the bottom of the dish.
  • Drizzle the reserved 2 tablespoons of melted almond butter over the top of the bars. Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon and flaky sea salt for an extra touch of flavor.
  • Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the bars are firm enough to cut.
  • Once set, lift the bars out of the dish using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into squares or rectangles as desired and enjoy!

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • 9x9-inch Baking Dish
  • Parchment Paper
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula

Notes

  • Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Wrap bars individually in plastic wrap before freezing for longer storage.
  • Try swapping almonds for different nuts like pecans or walnuts for a flavor twist.